Poorest children in North live in lower-income homes but less deprived than those in poverty in Republic – The Irish Times

At least six people were killed in a helicopter crash in Sri Lanka during a military graduation parade when a Bell 212 helicopter plunged into the Maduru Oya Reservoir. The Sri Lanka Air Force reported that the aircraft had 12 people on board, including two pilots, and that four special forces personnel and two air force gunmen died from their injuries, while six others were hospitalized. Emergency services are conducting a rescue operation, and the...

Passengers on the London Underground are facing significant delays this morning, particularly on the Elizabeth Line, which has been impacted since 6:50 AM due to vandalism-related equipment repairs between Shenfield and Whitechapel. Transport for London (TfL) is allowing ticket acceptance on the Tube via any reasonable route, while the Piccadilly Line is also experiencing minor disruptions due to a track fault on Caledonian Road. Monitoring site True Tube Status reports that journeys are currently about...

Summary Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the first American pope, now known as Pope Leo XIV, and has openly criticized former President Donald Trump's immigration policies. The 69-year-old has highlighted the suffering caused by deportations, sharing personal stories on social media, including a case of a father being separated from his children. Additionally, Pope Leo XIV has voiced his opposition to family separations in immigration practices, drawing on his experiences from his time...

Igloo Cooler Recall Igloo is recalling nearly 1.2 million of its cool boxes following 78 injury reports, including 26 fingertip amputations, due to a hazardous tow handle that can pinch fingers. The recall affects coolers manufactured before January 2024, identifiable by a specific date code on the bottom, and they were sold at major retailers and online between January 2019 and January 2025. Consumers should stop using these coolers and contact Igloo for a free...

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a pre-Mother's Day celebration at the White House honoring military mothers, where Trump praised Melania for her parenting skills and their son Barron's accomplishments. Melania, reflecting on motherhood's challenges and strengths, encouraged military moms to prioritize their well-being for the future of their children. This event marked a rare moment of public affection between the couple, occurring shortly after Melania's appearance at Pope Francis' funeral and...

A 25-year-old British man, Eli Sweeting, has been missing for four days after he solo climbed Mitre Peak in New Zealand. Originally from Bristol and now living in New Zealand, his family is concerned as they travel to help search for him, while a GoFundMe page has been established to fund the efforts. Search teams, including 60 volunteers and police, are conducting searches in the challenging terrain, and despite no concrete leads, they remain hopeful...