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Oasis is back on the road in 2027, and fans are buzzing — but Slane Castle tickets next September are going to sting. While the band’s vowed to ditch chaotic dynamic pricing, the cheapest general admission tickets still hit €181.25 — way up from their Croke Park shows. Front-standing seats top out at over €200, and grandstand reserved seats? A whopping €501.25 with perks like dedicated facilities...

On the same day President Connolly hosted Trump at the White House, her sister Dr. Margaret Connolly sparked controversy by telling CNN the White House should be “flattened” — a fiery metaphor for U.S. involvement in Gaza, calling it genocide. While President Connolly publicly urged Trump to consider Ireland’s stance against war and normalization of violence, Taoiseach Micheál Martin defended Dr....

A tragic turn in a June assault case: 36-year-old Arturas Mauruca, originally charged with assaulting an 18-year-old at Watergate Bar in Navan, now faces a far more serious charge — unlawful killing — after the victim’s death. Mauruca remained silent when told of the new charge. Judge Patricia Cronin set bail at €6,000 (€3,000 cash) and imposed six strict conditions. The trial is postponed until O...

Fourteen-year-old Noah Donohoe vanished from his Belfast home in June 2020, last seen biking to meet friends—his body found six days later in a storm drain. His mother, a fierce advocate for answers, has kept the community united in grief and search efforts. As an inquest looms for January 2026, calls grow louder for transparency in police files, with hopes that justice and closure may finally be...

A brilliant, curious 14-year-old from Belfast, Noah Donohoe, vanished in June 2020 and was found dead six days later in a water tunnel—his life cut short before he could chase his dreams of becoming a doctor. His mother and friends painted a picture of a deeply empathetic, intellectually gifted boy who loved learning and connected with everyone, yet his disappearance defied his usual quiet, privat...

Fiona Donohoe’s relentless quest for justice began when her 14-year-old son Noah vanished in June 2020 — a search that gripped the nation even during lockdown. Just days after his disappearance, Noah’s body was found in a Belfast tunnel, shattering hearts and sparking a national outcry. Grief-stricken but unyielding, Fiona turned sorrow into action, building “Noah’s Army” on social media to demand...

Nitrous oxide misuse is exploding—treatment seekers have doubled since 2022, with over half being teens. The “laughing gas” delivers a fleeting high but carries serious risks: frostbite, paralysis, even death. Discarded canisters litter parks, and emergency room data remains missing. Despite calls for regulation, lawmakers are dragging their feet—leaving a growing public health crisis dangerously...

A Belfast inquest jury has concluded that failings by Stormont’s Department for Infrastructure may have contributed to the tragic death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe, who drowned in an underground water tunnel in June 2020. While not ruling it “probable,” the jury found it “possible” that poor management of the culvert — including no warning signs or secure barriers — allowed Noah to enter and peris...

A convicted murderer on the run: Gary Anderson, 29, escaped from a day release program at HMP Maghaberry after being moved to a maximum-security facility — a move he says tore him apart from his brother Sean, also jailed for the same 2018 murder. Described as 5’11”, slim, with brown hair, a right-hand scar, and a smiley face tattoo on his ankle, Anderson was reportedly protesting his separation wh...

Activists in Ayrshire boldly wrote “AI? EH NAW” in the sand beneath an airport flight path, targeting executives headed to the King’s AI summit — a protest against massive new data centers threatening Scotland’s natural resources. They’re demanding a moratorium, arguing the scale is unprecedented across Europe and that decisions are moving too fast without full environmental impact assessments. Wi...

Heating oil prices have surged 44% in a year, slamming households ahead of winter — and the Irish government is moving fast. Taoiseach confirms action in the upcoming budget to ease the burden, with Tánaiste hinting at tax cuts for heating oil by 2027. Rising fuel costs aren’t just limited to kerosene — petrol and diesel are up too. Options include slashing carbon tax or adjusting VAT, while indus...

A jury has delivered a narrative verdict in the Noah Donohoe inquest, detailing the circumstances of the 14-year-old’s death after he went missing in June 2020. Found six days later in a storm drain, his cause of death was confirmed as drowning with no signs of assault — though the jury criticized subsequent investigative errors by police and highlighted poor maintenance of the drain. Despite wide...

Raheem Sterling’s glittering football career hits a major legal snag after he admitted to dangerously driving his Lamborghini on key UK roads, including the M25 and M3, while also possessing nitrous oxide canisters and failing to provide a breath sample — all leading to serious charges in court. Though no one was hurt in the single-vehicle crash, the incident has thrust the England star, known for...

BWG Foods is turbocharging its foodservice expansion across Ireland with four new spots—O’Briens Café, Abrakebabra, Bagel Factory, and the buzzy Oasis of Taste Food Hall in Dublin—creating over 100 jobs and signaling a bold push into high-growth areas. With plans to open three more locations before year’s end and sales on track to hit €50 million, BWG’s quick-service strategy is scaling fast, fuel...

Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne is facing serious legal consequences after being arrested nearly two and a half times over the legal alcohol limit during a routine morning checkpoint in May. Despite stepping down from his AI committee role and insisting he’s fully cooperating with authorities, Byrne remains defiantly open about the incident, calling drink-driving “wrong, period.” Taoiseach Micheál Ma...

Taoiseach Micheál Martin challenges Sinn Féin’s strategy, warning that aligning with Scottish and Welsh independence parties could undermine Irish unity efforts. He insists Northern Ireland’s unique partition status demands separation from British political games. In contrast, Sinn Féin’s Michelle ONeill fires back, accusing Martin of being out of step, urging him to actively lead the unity conver...

Northern Ireland manager Michael ONeill is defending young star Ceadach ONeill, criticizing the FAI for pressuring an 18-year-old—still just two years into his professional career—to choose international allegiance. O’Neill argues it’s wrong to force such a pivotal, irreversible decision so early, especially since Ceadach has been part of Northern Ireland’s system since childhood. He contrasts thi...

A mother sentenced to ten years for stabbing her eight-week-old son to death and seriously injuring her two-year-old daughter in a July 2021 home attack, now faces supervised release after a court acknowledged her severe postpartum depression and history of domestic abuse — but still held her accountable for the tragic act. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/...

Cliftonville crushed Knockbreda 7-0 in a dominant display, securing their place in the BetMcLean League Cup quarter-finals with a performance that left no doubt about their strength and depth. Goals from Joe Gormley and Liam Boyce (two each), Tomas Cosgrove, Stephen Garrett, and a penalty by Johnny Frazer sealed the win. The team executed their game plan flawlessly, leaving opponents helpless. Wit...

Pip claims hit a record high as over 4.09 million people in England and Wales now qualify for the disability benefit, sparking urgent calls for reform. With costs soaring toward £41 billion by 2031 and approval rates plummeting to just 36%, the system faces mounting pressure. Psychiatric disorders lead claim reasons, while working-age adults dominate—but those over 50 make up half the total. A gov...

The inquest into the tragic death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe has concluded with a unanimous jury verdict after five grueling days. The jury answered ten critical questions, including the exact date of Noah’s death and whether police errors contributed to his passing — a deeply emotional process for his family, especially his mother Fiona. As coroner Mr Justice Rooney receives the findings,...

A heartbreaking verdict has been reached in the inquest of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe, whose body was found drowned in a Belfast water tunnel after a six-day search. After weeks of testimony, evidence review, and emotional courtroom moments — including his mother’s steadfast presence — the jury delivered a unanimous decision on the cause and circumstances of his death, addressing key questions about...

Manchester United’s frustration from their derby loss is fueling a determined push under Michael Carrick, as they face Brighton in the Carabao Cup — a chance to turn things around after a shaky start to the season. Carrick insists the team must channel anger over the controversial City game into resilience, praising their “edge” and past comebacks. With Brighton hot on their heels and a trophy-hun...

Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is ramping up international police efforts to dismantle transnational crime networks that threaten Irish communities, following a string of successful extraditions. Speaking at the National Ploughing Championships, he stressed that criminals can no longer operate with impunity abroad — their illegal activities, including trafficking drugs and weapons, must be met wi...

Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is sounding the alarm on a surge of brazen burglary gangs terrorizing towns near major highways, calling their actions “horrendous” and their members “career criminals.” Deploying a specialized 200-officer unit trained for high-risk pursuits, the Gardaí are launching aggressive, intelligence-driven operations to dismantle these crews and keep communities safe — even...