RTÉ needs to ‘get its act together’, says Taoiseach Simon Harris

Portia Vincent-Kirby, 33, was reported missing after her mother, Janina, noticed signs that she hadn't been home for some time, including a neglected flat and unmade bed. Portia was last seen on February 21, 2025, in Hyde Park, and after concerns from friends, Janina contacted the police upon returning from a holiday. A sighting of Portia at the Blind Beggar pub on March 14 provided a lead, as police are now reviewing CCTV footage to...

Donald Trump's recent travel ban is criticized as a means of normalizing cruelty rather than a genuine security measure, with the administration justifying it by claiming the need for reliable vetting from certain countries. Countries like Myanmar, which are experiencing violence and unrest, are included despite no history of terrorist incidents linked to them, while nations like Egypt and Saudi Arabia are notably absent from the list. The ban is portrayed as a political strategy...

The UK has seen a decline in music festivals, with 192 disappearing since 2019 and 60 cancelled or postponed last year, attributed to factors like the pandemic, inflation, and a lack of connection, according to industry experts Will Page and Nico Perez. They argue that AI-driven music curation has led to a homogenization of music tastes, resulting in festival lineups feeling like "playlists made for someone else," causing attendees to prefer day passes over full...

A double-decker bus crashed into a railway bridge on A215 Portland Road in south London, peeling off its roof after the driver misjudged the height. The incident occurred around 12:30 PM, leading to road closures and disruptions in London Overground, Southern, and Thameslink services, with delays of up to 15 minutes expected. The bus, which had L plates indicating it was part of a learner driver’s lesson, was mostly empty, and footage showed the bus's...

Summary King Charles visited the inaugural SXSW festival in London, braving the rain while engaging with key figures in the creative arts and technology sectors. He highlighted a sustainability-themed immersive art installation called "Grounding" by artist Damien Roach and participated in a panel titled 'Love the Earth.' The festival, running from June 2 to June 7, features various prominent speakers and performers, including Idris Elba and Erykah Badu, marking a historic cultural moment for the...

A 16-year-old boy died and another boy, aged 18, was seriously injured after being struck by a grey Audi while walking and riding an electric bike, respectively, on Staniforth Road in Sheffield. The Audi failed to stop, prompting a manhunt, while the deceased's family is being supported by specialist officers. Authorities are investigating the incident, which occurred around 4:50 PM, and have urged the public not to share distressing footage related to the crash. Full...