Samurai sword killer remanded in custody on failing to return to jail just one day after release

Stephen Henry, 41, was convicted of murdering father-of-two John Cooke in Lisburn in 2004.


Government looks at 15c levy on disposable coffee cups

According to the Irish Independent, around 2 million takeaway cups are sent to landfill every day.


Police film lorry driver checking phone while resting foot on the dashboard

Shocking footage has been released showing a lorry driver checking his mobile phone while resting his right foot on the dashboard.


26 people killed in mass shooting in Texas

Officials say the youngest victim was aged just 5 – the eldest, 72.


WATCH: Wicklow brothers impress on X Factor Latino Week with Sia cover

Sean and Conor Price were safely voted through to next weekend’s shows.


The Kilkenny jersey is getting an update and people aren’t happy

The iconic Kilkenny jersey is getting a reboot for 2018.


Giant message no mystery – It’s a farmer saying sorry for being moody

Social media was awash with speculation after a police helicopter saw the letters “SUE x” etched in huge letters on a field in Tetsworth, near Thame.


Fuel spilled on runway after transatlantic superjumbo diverts to Shannon

LATEST: The crew of a transatlantic flight which diverted to Shannon Airport with an ill passenger this afternoon reported an issue with a fuel valve before landing.


Pádraig Harrington stars in the European Tour’s HUGE Mannequin Challenge

They’ve taken it to a new level by involving hundreds of golfers, caddies, coaches, media and officials.



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