New travel warning as three diseases spread and one comes to UK
Travellers have been warned about three potentially deadly viruses after new cases saw the diseases spread to 17 countries – with cases in the UK. Marburg, Mpox and Oropouche continue…
Australian police arrest 13 in largest cocaine bust in country’s history
Australian Federal Police say the 2.3-tonne seizure has a street value of $494m. Australian Federal Police officers pose with approximately 350kg of seized cocaine in Brisbane, December 2, 2024 Australian…
Elton John has to be led away from stage after losing eyesight
Sir Elton John had to be lead away from the stage by husband David Furnish after losing his eyesight, reports the Mirror. Sir Elton, 77, was at a production of…
Prunella Scales not well enough to understand loss of husband Timothy
Actor Prunella Scales is now well enough to fully understand the loss of her beloved husband Timothy West, son Samuel has said. Fellow actor West died last month at the…
Symptoms to watch for and what you must do as 561 people a month spiked
People are being urged to learn “spiking first aid” to help anyone affected during the Christmas party season. St John Ambulance said people should learn the basics of what to…
World snooker champion Terry Griffiths dies after long health battle
Former world snooker champion Terry Griffiths has died at age of 77 after a long battle with dementia, his family has confirmed. Griffiths, from south Wales, came through the qualifying…
Alan Nolan: ‘Making a living as a full-time kids’ author? It’s almost possible. I have a side hustle doing illustration’
Alan Nolan is a children’s author and illustrator. The Dubliner, who grew up in Windy Arbour, is known for books such as The Riddle of the Disappearing Dickens, The Curious…
Conor McGregor case exposes how little has changed for sex assault victims
After years of using arrogance to bully his way through life, Conor McGregor is finally learning that there are consequences to his actions.
Economy Minister challenged over public money to companies aiding Israeli army
Economy Minister Conor Murphy has been challenged on whether Invest NI has funded companies helping to provide support to Israel.
Search and rescue charity blocked from joining PSNI teams that hunt for missing people
An award-winning charity that helped find survivors of a devastating earthquake has been stopped from joining a register which would enable the PSNI to task it with finding missing people.