European Elections 2024: Michael McNamara, Kathleen Funchion and Cynthia Ní Mhurchú elected as MEPs in Ireland South as Mick Wallace loses seat

A tragic incident in Scotland claimed the life of 18-year-old Kyle McLean, who died after a jet ski crashed into a pier at Gremista marina in Lerwick on April 22, with a 17-year-old also hospitalized. A family friend described him as a "beautiful young man" and initiated a fundraiser to support his family, aiming to raise £3,000, of which £2,750 has been collected. As police inquiries continue, the community reflects on the profound loss felt...

SummaryThe UK government has announced new rules barring asylum claims from foreign nationals convicted of sex crimes, following the case of Abdul Ezedi, who assaulted a woman and her children before committing suicide. Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips emphasized the government's commitment to women's safety, stating that current laws inadequately address serious crimes, particularly those with sentences under 12 months. The changes include stricter asylum procedures, fines for fraudulent immigration advisors, and the introduction of AI...

Felix Rojas, 44, was arrested for allegedly raping a corpse on a New York City subway train on April 9. He reportedly entered the R train, found an unconscious man, Jorge Gonzalez, 37, who had died of natural causes, and engaged in sexual acts with the body before fleeing, an incident captured on CCTV. Rojas, who has no prior criminal history, turned himself in and faces first-degree rape charges, with an arraignment expected soon, amid...

Hollywood actor and jazz musician Jeff Goldblum is in the UK to launch his fourth album and perform concerts, making a notable appearance in King’s Cross. In a former red-light district, he is selling T-shirts and his jazz albums while interacting with fans, signing merchandise, and drawing large crowds, with queues extending over 50 yards on a sunny Monday afternoon in London. Goldblum's charm and celebrity status have made it effortless for him to engage...

Marks & Spencer was experiencing a strong start to 2025, driven by a fashion revival and warm weather, but this momentum has been disrupted by a significant cyber-attack that halted website sales. In response to the attack, staff have reverted to manual methods such as using pens and paper to manage stock, as internal systems remain down. Additionally, Marks & Spencer has paused the delivery of certain food items to Ocado amid concerns about order...

Marks & Spencer has suspended orders on its website and apps, offering refunds for transactions made after Wednesday due to an ongoing cyber-attack that has disrupted their systems. The company has instructed hundreds of warehouse staff to remain at home while customers face continued challenges, including the inability to collect orders, purchase or use gift cards, and access the Sparks reward scheme. Four days into the incident, there is still no indication of when M&S...