Allan Stratton: There is no pride in alphabet activists shaming a small town
In 2020, Borderland Pride asked the township of Emo, Ont. (pop. 1,300) to proclaim Pride Month and fly the Pride flag. In a 3-2 vote, the council declined. It was…
More than 100 protesters arrested during pro-EU demonstrations in Georgia
More than 100 demonstrators were arrested overnight in Georgia as protesters clashed with police following the government’s decision to suspend negotiations to join the European Union, the country’s interior ministry…
‘A positive day for us’ – Social Democrats look set to make gains in Dail
The Social Democrats have had “a positive day” as they look set to grow their representation in the Dail parliament. Party leader Holly Cairns, who gave birth to a baby…
Two ‘suspicious devices’ thrown at properties in Co Antrim cause ‘significant damage’
The PSNI has said that two explosive devices that were thrown at properties in Co Antrim “could have caused serious injury or even worse”. A security alert in the Carnany…
New driving laws and road rules coming into effect in December 2024
December has finally rolled around, and it brings with it some big changes when it comes to driving laws and the rules of the road – including mileage rates for…
Health board resolves ‘critical incident’ caused by over-capacity hospitals
A health board has resolved a “board level critical incident” in which a number of patients had to be diverted to other hospitals because of capacity issues. NHS Grampian announced…
Canada Post union files unfair complaint over layoffs amid strike
The union representing Canada Post workers has filed an unfair labour practice complaint with the Canada Industrial Relations Board over the layoffs of striking employees. The Canadian Union of Postal…
ITV Loose Women star pulls out of upcoming show due to ‘ill health’
Denise Welch has withdrawn from her role in an upcoming pantomime amid ongoing concerns for her health. The 66-year-old Loose Women panellist was set to star in a Christmas rendition…
Ireland v Australia: Joe Schmidt returns to the Aviva as Andy Farrell looks to bow out before Lions break with win
Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt is back in Dublin as his Australia side look to spoil Andy Farrell’s farewell before his Lions sojourn. Kick-off at Lansdowne Road is 3.10pm and you…
Breaking one bad habit could cure your spots and breakouts this winter
An expert has revealed a surprising factor that could be causing an increase in spots and breakouts during the colder months, and it’s linked to your sleep patterns. Many people…