Immigration has risen too fast, says Varadkar; why Budget 2025 is set to put up to €1,000 in your pocket – The Irish Times

Luciano Frattolin, 45, has been charged with second-degree murder and unlawfully disposing of a corpse after his nine-year-old daughter, Melina, was found dead in a pond in New York. After reporting her missing during their vacation, inconsistencies in his statements led to his arrest, with police believing he killed her shortly after she spoke with her mother. Want More Context? 🔎

England's Euro 2025 semi-final preparations against Italy have been impacted by defender Jess Carter's recent experience of racial abuse, prompting team support while maintaining focus on defending their title. Coach Wiegman faces decisions on Carter's potential start as England aims for a third consecutive major tournament final amid concerns over their defensive performance. Want More Context? 🔎

A serious incident occurred outside K1 Barbers on Sutton High Street around 2:10 PM, resulting in two men, aged 35 and 26, being hospitalized, one with knife injuries. The police responded with a significant presence, cordoning off the area, and both men have been arrested; their injuries are non-life-threatening, and authorities are not seeking additional suspects. Want More Context? 🔎

Richard Dyson, 58, who went missing in Barnsley in 2019, has prompted a murder investigation following the discovery of human remains in a house in Hoyland. Two men, aged 71 and 72, have been re-arrested on suspicion of murder as police continue to search for answers and provide support to Dyson's family during this difficult time. Want More Context? 🔎

A 148-year-old logistics company, KNP, collapsed after hackers accessed its systems by guessing a weak password, leading to a ransom demand from the gang known as Akira. With an estimated 19,000 UK companies affected by similar cyber attacks, KNP's closure highlights the urgent need for improved cybersecurity measures in businesses facing rising ransomware threats. Want More Context? 🔎

Fifteen people were injured when a double-decker bus collided with a bridge in Eccles, Greater Manchester, tearing off its roof. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, which occurred around 3:10 PM at the junction of Barton Lane and Trafford Road, with reports indicating that this was not the first collision involving the low bridge. Want More Context? 🔎