No fear of Roses wilting under the pressure as Thomas and Ó Sé offer reassuring hand – The Irish Times

Three major UK phone networks, EE, Vodafone, and BT, have experienced significant outages for the second time in 24 hours, affecting thousands of users' ability to make calls or send texts. While EE and BT confirmed ongoing issues, Vodafone claimed no network problems, although customers on other carriers like Three and O2 reported difficulties likely related to the outages. Want More Context? 🔎

Police forensics have discovered multiple bodies in a wooded area in Cornwall while investigating the murder of Daniel Coleman, whose remains were found earlier this month. James Desborough, charged with Coleman's murder, awaits his court hearing as the Devon and Cornwall Police, supported by the National Crime Agency, works to identify the additional remains and understand the circumstances surrounding them. Want More Context? 🔎

Riverdance creator Michael Flatley, 67, plans to seek a nomination for Ireland's presidency, as disclosed during a High Court case regarding works at his Cork mansion. With President Michael D Higgins' term ending in November and Flatley's Irish citizenship making him eligible, he aims to return to Ireland in the next two weeks to prepare for the election expected in late October. Want More Context? 🔎

An e-bike rider, Kian Monks, was sentenced to 22 months in prison after crashing into 60-year-old Margaret Scaldwell in Wigan, leaving her with life-altering injuries. Monks, who was speeding at 40mph and fled the scene, was caught by bystanders, while Scaldwell described her post-crash life as dehumanizing and lacking independence. Want More Context? 🔎

Jay Slater, a 19-year-old British teenager who went missing in Tenerife, died accidentally after falling 20 to 25 meters down a ravine while attempting a 14-hour walk home from a night out. The coroner ruled his death as accidental, noting that Slater suffered severe head injuries, and there was no evidence of foul play or duress involved in the incident. Want More Context? 🔎

Drivers on the M11 in Essex are experiencing significant delays due to two crashes near London Stansted Airport, with traffic backed up five miles southbound and seven miles northbound. As millions travel for the summer holidays, experts warn of potential congestion, especially on "Frantic Friday," with additional traffic expected near Wembley Stadium for the Oasis reunion concert. Want More Context? 🔎