Bernard Jackman: Cause for concern for Ireland as loss to New Zealand shows real need for rebuild

Five jockeys, Rowan Scott, Callum Rodriguez, PJ McDonald, Tom Eaves, and Jack Garritty, were forced to turn back mid-flight due to an engine failure in their Piper PA-31 aircraft while en route to Goodwood. The pilot managed a safe emergency landing at Bagby Airfield, with no injuries reported, and an investigation into the incident is set to be conducted by the UK Civil Aviation Authority and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch. Want More Context? 🔎

Hundreds of far-right protesters have gathered in Epping for three consecutive weeks, demanding the closure of the Bell Hotel, where an asylum seeker was charged with attempting to kiss a minor. While the council voted to close the hotel, anti-racism counter-demonstrators outnumbered the far-right, highlighting the ongoing tensions over the housing of asylum seekers in hotels. Want More Context? 🔎

A resurgence of acid rain concerns has arisen with the detection of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a persistent "forever chemical," in various environments, including rainfall, rivers, and even human urine. While the environmental impact of TFA remains uncertain, its increasing prevalence poses potential threats to ecosystems and human health, prompting calls for regulatory action. Want More Context? 🔎

A five-month-old boy died from heat exposure after being left in a hot car by his father, Jeremy Hansen, who forgot him while at a business in Hastings, Nebraska. Hansen, 36, was arrested and charged with negligent child abuse resulting in death, with community members expressing support for him amid the tragedy. Want More Context? 🔎

Ameiya, 13, and her 11-year-old brother, Ricardo Junior, tragically drowned during a family holiday in Salou, Spain, after being swept away by strong currents while swimming with their father. Despite rescue efforts, the siblings could not be saved, prompting their family to set up a GoFundMe to help cover the costs of bringing them home and providing a dignified farewell. Want More Context? 🔎

The family of Samantha Mickleburgh, who was murdered by her ex-fiancé James Cartwright at a Surrey hotel, expressed relief at his conviction for her murder and rape, stating he is "no longer free to harm" others. They remembered Samantha as a "kind light" and emphasized her passion for life, hoping she would not be defined as a victim. Want More Context? 🔎