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Tragic Death: Man Dies in Lawnmower-Car Collision on Country Road

A man in his 30s who died when the ride-on lawnmower he was operating collided with a car in Co. Tipperary has been identified locally as Kieran McArdle from Ballypatrick, Clonmel. The fatal incident occurred Friday night at approximately 9:50 pm on the N76 at Kilcash Cross, about 2km from Mr. McArdle's home. It is understood he had borrowed the ride-on lawnmower to cut grass in a communal area at Kilcash Cross. Local officials have expressed their condolences. Labour Party councillor Michael Brennan from Carrick-on-Suir remarked, "The man comes from a lovely family, and the entire community in the area is devastated over what has happened. Everyone's thoughts, of course, are with everyone affected by the freak incident." Fine Gael councillor and cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Suir municipal district Mark Fitzgerald added, "This is a very tragic accident for the family of […]

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Trump’s Latest Medical Results Show Surprising Health Changes After Assassination Attempt

White House physician Sean Barbabella released a memo Friday detailing President Donald Trump's annual physical, concluding that the president is in "excellent health." According to the memo, Trump exhibits "robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical function." Barbabella noted that the president's "active lifestyle continues to contribute significantly to his well-being." "President Trump's days include participation in multiple meetings, public appearances, press availability, and frequent victories in golf events," he wrote. "President Trump exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health and is fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State." The physical included diagnostic and laboratory testing with consultations from fourteen specialists. Barbabella's diagnostic summary mentioned scarring on Trump's right ear from last summer's assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to the memo, Trump's heart, lungs, eyes, hearing, and abdominal exam results were all normal. His […]

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Arson Attack at Governor Shapiro’s Home Forces Middle-of-Night Family Evacuation

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an arson attack that caused significant damage to Governor Josh Shapiro's official residence in Harrisburg. In a social media statement, Shapiro recounted that his family was awakened at 2 a.m. Sunday by state police banging on their door. He and his wife, Lori, expressed profound gratitude to the authorities who helped evacuate the family. "Thank God no one was injured and the fire was extinguished," Shapiro wrote. "Every day, we stand with the law enforcement and first responders who run towards danger to protect our communities." Photos from the scene showed smoke billowing from one of the residence's windows, with the exterior trim blackened by soot. A glimpse through the window revealed substantial interior damage, including what appeared to be a completely charred piece of furniture. The Shapiros have four children: Sophia and Jonah, who […]

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Phone and Computer Prices Dodge Trump’s Mega-Tariffs

The U.S. administration has announced key exemptions to its recent tariff policies, specifically excluding smartphones, computers, and electronic components from the 125% China-specific tariff and the 10% global tariff affecting most other nations. The exemptions, detailed in a U.S. Customs and Border Protection release, cover a range of electronic products including laptops, hard drives, computer processors, and memory chips. This decision acknowledges the current reality that these items are primarily manufactured outside the United States, with domestic production capabilities potentially requiring years to develop. The exemption mainly benefits Apple's operations, as the company primarily manufactures its phones in China through orders from its Cork, Ireland facility. There had been concerns that supply chain disruptions could impact the profitability of Apple's Irish operations and subsequent corporate tax payments in Ireland. Semiconductor manufacturing equipment also received exemption status, a significant development for […]

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Arena Bomber’s Brother Launches Brutal Attack on Prison Officers

Three prison officers at HMP Frankland in County Durham suffered severe injuries after an attack by Hashem Abedi, who is serving time for his role in the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing. The incident occurred Saturday in a high-security separation center housing fewer than 10 of Britain's most dangerous extremist prisoners. The Prison Officers' Association reported that Abedi used hot cooking oil and improvised weapons to inflict burns, scalds, and stab wounds on the officers. As of 4:00 PM Saturday, one female officer had been discharged from the hospital, while two others remained hospitalized with serious injuries. A prison officer at the facility described the staff as "shaken," questioning their career choice following such incidents. Abedi, 28, was previously convicted in 2022 for another assault on prison officers, in addition to his 2020 conviction for 22 counts of murder, attempted murder, […]

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Auto Tariffs Will Cost Industry 100 Billion Dollars and Cut Sales by Millions

New vehicle tariffs are reshaping the automotive landscape, with industry analysts forecasting significant impacts on both manufacturers and consumers. The 25% tariff on imported vehicles and upcoming similar levies on auto parts are expected to create ripple effects throughout the sector. Financial experts project the policy changes could add between $110 and $160 billion in annual costs industry-wide. For U.S. automakers alone, expenses could rise by $107.7 billion, with Detroit's Big Three facing $41.9 billion in additional costs. These increased expenses are likely to affect consumer prices, with analysts predicting average vehicle cost increases of $2,000-$4,000 over the next year. Imported vehicles could see price hikes up to $6,000, while U.S.-assembled vehicles may increase by $3,600 due to parts tariffs. Manufacturers are responding differently: domestic producers are offering temporary employee pricing deals, while some international brands have suspended U.S. shipments. […]

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ECJ Advisor: Ireland Must Accommodate All Asylum Seekers Despite Housing Crisis

An advisor to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has issued a legal opinion stating that Ireland cannot use housing shortages as a justification for failing to accommodate single male asylum seekers. The opinion, published Thursday by the Luxembourg-based court, indicates that Ireland "cannot use force majeure to justify failure to provide basic needs for international protection applicants." It further states that even during "a large influx of people" applying for asylum, "member states cannot invoke force majeure to avoid responsibility for providing adequate reception conditions or compensating for harm caused." This development challenges a key argument used by the Irish government in an ongoing legal dispute. The Department of Children is currently appealing a High Court ruling from August that found the state in breach of fundamental rights by failing to provide accommodation to single male asylum seekers. The […]

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Woman Freed in US-Russia Prisoner Exchange After Jailing Over Small Ukraine Donation

A Russian-American citizen has been released in a prisoner swap between Moscow and Washington after spending more than a year in a Russian prison. Ksenia Karelina, an amateur ballerina and Los Angeles resident, was arrested in early 2024 while visiting family in Yekaterinburg. Russia's FSB security service accused her of fundraising for a Ukrainian organization that allegedly provided arms to the Ukrainian military. She pleaded guilty last August and received a 12-year prison sentence. According to Russian human rights activists, Karelina had made a single $51 (ยฃ39) donation to a Ukrainian charity on February 22, 2022โ€”the first day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The charity in question has denied raising money for weapons or ammunition, stating that its focus is humanitarian aid and disaster relief. The FSB reportedly discovered the transaction on Karelina's phone. In exchange for her release, […]

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Irish Government Unveils Welfare Package

In response to ongoing cost-of-living challenges, the Irish government has introduced a comprehensive social welfare package as part of Budget 2025. These measures aim to support vulnerable groups financially through various lump-sum payments and benefit increases. The government's welfare package includes several significant provisions: The Carer's Support Grant has increased by โ‚ฌ150 to โ‚ฌ2,000 annually. This non-taxable grant supports those providing full-time care for at least six months. Applications open in April, with payments beginning June 5. A โ‚ฌ300 lump sum fuel allowance payment will help eligible households manage winter heating costs. Those receiving the Living Alone Increase will get a โ‚ฌ200 lump sum payment to assist with independent household management. Families will benefit from double Child Benefit payments in November and December, plus an additional โ‚ฌ100 cost-of-living payment per qualifying child. Individuals on Disability Allowance, Blind Pension, or Invalidity […]

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Irish Payroll Manager Avoids Court Punishment After Spying for Rival and Destroying Evidence

A Dublin payroll manager who admitted to spying on his employer for a competitor has escaped court sanctions despite deliberately destroying evidence he was ordered to preserve by the High Court. Keith O'Brien faced potential jail time for contempt after admitting he destroyed a phone with an axe and disposed of it in a drain at his mother-in-law's house, directly violating court orders. Rippling, a US-headquartered multibillion-dollar HR software provider, initiated High Court proceedings against their former employee last month, alleging he passed trade secrets to rival company Deel while working at Rippling's Temple Bar office. In Thursday's hearing, Mr. Justice Mark Sanfey determined there was "no purpose served" by punishing O'Brien, despite acknowledging his actions were "blatantly" in contravention of court orders and had "done damage" to the litigation. The judge noted that after receiving legal advice, O'Brien began […]

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