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Your Vote Matters - A Beat News Referendum Special
The Sunday Grill Your Vote Matters - A Beat News Referendum Special Aoife Kearns March 03, 2024 11:00 AM If you’ve got questions about the March 8th referendums on Family and Care you’re not the only one. Here at Beat, we want to break down the ballot box and help YOU in the lead up. On This Week's Sunday Grill, our Beat News team are looking at both sides of the two separate votes, what they mean to people in Ireland and the impacts of those votes when everyone has had their say.
Warning issued to public as bird flu detected in Ireland
News Share this article Health officials have issued a warning not to come into contact with sick or dead wild birds. The advice from the Department of Public Health Mid-West comes after avian influenza was detected in black-headed seagulls in Limerick. Officials have confirmed there has been no known contact by the public with birds that have the infection.
Fry-up farce: Cost of Irish breakfast soars as food staples hit by price rises
Tomas Doherty The cost of cooking a full Irish breakfast this weekend might be hard to swallow as rampant food inflation hits staples like milk and butter. Breakfast foods are on average 14.5 per cent more expensive compared to a year ago, according to a breakingnews.ie analysis of Central Statistics Office data. Milk prices have jumped by 30.6 per cent, butter is 22.9 per cent more expensive, while eggs rose 22.3 per cent. Bread is up 16.7 per cent compared to January 2022.
Elderly man seriously injured after dog attack in Wexford
An elderly man aged in his 70s was left seriously injured after he was attacked by a dog in Wexford earlier this week. A Garda investigation remains underway after the attack happened at around 5pm on Monday evening. It occurred in the Hempfield Estate area of Enniscorthy. The man was taken to Wexford General Hospital following the attack, though his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Four teenagers hospitalised in suspected drug-related incident in Kilkenny
Four teenagers were hospitalised on Friday morning, following a suspected drug-related incident in County Kilkenny. Emergency services were called to a house in the village of Mooncoin at around 10:50am. The four teenagers - three boys and one girl - were taken to University Hospital Waterford for treatment. Investigations are ongoing.
Former Armagh footballer Jarlath Burns chosen as next GAA president
Sport Newly elected GAA president Jarlath Burns is congratulated on his election by his sons Jarlath Ă“g and Conall. Photo: Inpho Share this article Muireann Duffy Former Armagh footballer Jarlath Burns has been selected as the GAA's next president following a vote at the association's annual conference on Friday evening. Burns received 158 of the 277 votes cast by delegates, seeing off Offaly's Pat Teehan and Donegal's Niall Erskine who received 70 and 49 ballots respectively.
Tiger Woods apologises for tampon ‘prank’ on his return to action
PA Sport Staff Tiger Woods has apologised for handing Justin Thomas a tampon after outdriving him during the Genesis Invitational. Woods, who was making his return to top-level action for the first time since July, could be seen handing the tampon to Thomas as they walked off the ninth tee in the first round. Thomas immediately threw it on the floor as Woods could be seen laughing as he put his arm around his playing partner.
Beat Breakfast Podcast - 18th February 2023
Goodbye to Lilt, the S Club 7 bus and the Honky Tonk playlist! Catch up with Niall and Sho on the Beat Breakfast Podcast!
Met Éireann issues Status Yellow weather warning for the South East
News Share this article Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Leinster, Tipperary and Waterford. It's set to become very windy or squally for a time today, with the chance of some isolated thunderstorms. The warning is valid from 2 pm today until 7 pm this evening. This follows a Status Yellow rain warning which has been in place for Tipperary and Waterford from 9 am this morning.
You Season 4 trailer and release date revealed
Oh hello...You. Yes, everyone's favourite serial killer is back. You Season 4 lands on Netflix next month, promising another season of lustful murder plots and sexy stalking. The new trailer reveals that Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgely) has assumed a new persona, Professor Jonathan Moore, who has quickly ingratiated himself with London's elite.
Gardaí appeal for information on missing 7-year-old collected from school by taxi
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 7-year-old Martha Alite who was reported missing on Monday, January 9th. Martha is described as being 4' 9" in height with a slim build. She has long blond hair and blue eyes. Martha was wearing blue trousers, a blue jumper, blue canvas shoes and a blue and pink jacket at the time she went missing. It is believed that Martha could be in the company of an adult male relative.
Drink driver crashes vehicle en route to AA meeting
News Share this article A motorist who crashed his van en route to an AA meeting has appeared in court. 35-year-old Richard Juniper of Leddington, Gloucestershire, England was more than two and a half times above the drink-driving limit when his van collided with another vehicle. Worcester Magistrates’ Court heard that on the day of the incident, Mr Juniper had been drinking in a pub before deciding to drive his van to an Alcoholics Anonymous counselling session.
Kilkenny's Ballyhale Shamrocks discover throw-in time for All-Ireland final clash
Sport Share this article Pat Hoban and his charge of Kilkenny supremos have discovered the timing of their All-Ireland clash with Antrim's finest. The GAA has confirmed the details for both Club hurling and football finals in Croke Park, which are set for Sunday, January 22. Having overcome Waterford kingpins Ballygunner in an intriguing semi-final, Ballyhale Shamrocks will start proceedings against Cuchullains Dunloy at 1.30 pm on the day.
Leaving Cert results likely to be delayed again in 2023
News Share this article The results of next year's Leaving Certificate is likely to be delayed again. It will be the forth year in a row that the results have been pushed back. The Irish Independent reported on Thursday that incoming first-year students to third-level colleges will start their courses late. Labour's spokesperson on education Aodhán Ó Ríordáin encouraged students to start protesting over the delays, claiming that the current Leaving Cert model was not fit for purpose.
Pele in pictures: The remarkable life of Brazil’s World Cup great
Sport Share this article By PA Sport staff Pele has died at the age of 82. We look back at the Brazil great’s career in pictures. London calling Fine Troon-ing Handbags at Hampden All smiles on arrival Small piece of history Change of role Bad day at Goodison Early exit World Cup winners Sheffield star Special guests Medical man Meeting Maradona Wembley way Record-breaking bid All-time greats Writing history Old Trafford outing Degree of recognition Anfield ovation Share this article
Tipperary Gardaí renew appeal for teenager who has been missing for over two weeks
An appeal has been re-issued by Gardaí, urging the public to help them in their search for a missing teenager in North Tipperary. 17-year-old Victor Costa, was last seen in Nenagh town, on the evening of Wednesday the 14th of December. He's also been known to often be in the Waterford City area. Victor's described as being 5 foot nine, of medium build with short brown hair, and brown eyes. When last seen he was wearing a black jacket, with black trousers, a white hoody and white runners.
Two men to appear in court in relation to an attack and stolen tractor in Kilkenny
Two men in their 30s will appear in court later today (Wednesday) charged in relation to a number of incidents in County Kilkenny on Christmas Day. A tractor was stolen from a farm in the Ballygurteen area of Paulstown at around 8 o clock on Christmas Night. The tractor was involved in a single vehicle crash a short time later. In seperate incidents in the area, a man in his 60s was found unconcious with head injuries.
Irishman (45) dies after falling from train in Thailand
News Share this article An Irish national has died after falling from a train in Thailand along what is known as the “death railway”. Patrick Ward (45), who was born in New Zealand but claims Irish nationality, fell down a slope after visiting the site made famous by the second World War film, The Bridge on the River Kwai.
Man stopped by police after being caught driving car with missing wheel
News Share this article By Nina Lloyd, PA A man was stopped by police officers after he was spotted driving a car with one of the wheels missing in the East Midlands in the UK. Nottinghamshire Police said concerned members of the public had reported the motorist as he travelled around the Ollerton area in the damaged Renault. Officers said it was ÔÇťquite unbelievableÔÇŁ that the vehicle was still moving with three wheels.
Youth mental health services ‘beyond emergency’ stage
By Michelle Devane, PA The head of a youth charity has warned Ireland’s youth mental health services are “beyond emergency” stage. Spunout chief executive Ian Power said it is a “huge injustice” to young people that services are not available at the level that is needed. He described youth suicide rates as “way too high”, adding health services are “not coping”. “We’re beyond crisis stage, we’re beyond even the emergency stage,” Mr Power told the PA news agency.
Childline contacted by hundreds of children over Christmas period
News Share this article Almost 600 calls, texts and online messages were answered by Childline, a 24-hour support line for under-18s, over the last three days. The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC), who operate the Childline service, said that drink and drug abuse were common concerns among children who contacted the charity on Christmas Day. Other issues raised by children who recently contacted Childline included family relationships, and sex or puberty.
Meet Beat’s newest News & Sports Editor!
Beat is delighted to announce Joleen Murphy as the station’s newest News and Sports Editor. Having previously worked as a senior journalist in the station’s newsroom, the Wexford native assumed the editorial role on December 23rd 2022.
'Like a war zone': Gardaí investigating after violent incidents in rural Irish town
News Share this article David Raleigh Armed gardaí were patrolling the town of Rathkeale in Co Limerick on Monday night after violent incidents erupted between rival groups, leaving the town “like a war zone”, locals said. A number of vehicles were written off in ramming incidents and machetes were allegedly produced, as gardaí sealed off a large section of the town.
Irish businessman allowed to write off over €3.4m in debts for €30,000
News Share this article High Court reporters A Personal Insolvency Arrangement (PIA) has been approved by the High Court that will allow a 47-year-old Cork man to write off over €3.4 million in debts for €30,000. On Monday Mr Justice Alexander Owens approved a PIA in respect of John Maloney, a project manager with a development company, of Chestnut Haven, Ballyclough, Kilworth in Co Cork.
Phoenix Patterson leaves Waterford FC for Fleetwood Town
Sport Share this article Waterford FC has confirmed that Phoenix Patterson has joined English League One side Fleetwood Town for an undisclosed fee. The 22-year-old was a fan-favourite, providing 40 goal contributions in just 58 games during his time at the RSC.
Waterford Gardaí renew appeal for missing teenager
Gardaí in Waterford are renewing their appeal to the public for information in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Liza Virginia Vidak, who was reported missing in Waterford city on Sunday, 27th November 2022. Liza is described as being approximately 5 foot 3 inches in height with an average build. She has black hair and brown eyes.
Drake loses $1 million on World Cup bet
Entertainment Share this article Lionel Messi likely wasn't the only person crying yesterday. Drake is down an astonishing one million dollars as a result of the World Cup outcome. The Canadian rapper actually bet that Argentina would win the World Cup final. But he still lost out, as his team was supposed to win the match in normal time. Argentina scooped the trophy by beating France 4-2 in penalties, so Drake still has to hand over a huge sum of money.
Smart Wexford town home hits the market for €225,000
Property in Wexford town is in high demand right now and we expect this home to be no exception. In fantastic overall condition, this 3-bed semi-detached house in Coolcotts, just outside Wexford town, comes to the market with countless added extras. Offering 80 sqm of living space, this home has been decorated to a high standard with neutral colour schemes creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you walk through the front door.
Here's the altered Christmas opening hours for supermarkets in the South East
With less than a week to the big day, there will likely be more than a few trips to the supermarket for most households this week. Many supermarkets have altered their opening hours and warned customers not to leave it too late to purchase essential items. Below are the opening hours for the main supermarket stores in the South East. Tesco All Tesco stores will open at 7 am this week, with some stores remaining open until after midnight.
Child's body found in back garden following week-long search
The remains of a child's body have been located in the back garden of a home in the UK following a week-long search operation. West Midlands Police had been excavating the garden of a home in Handsworth, Birmingham after receiving a tip-off on the possible death of a child in the area. A post-mortem is set to be carried out to establish the cause of death.
My new BF still has pics with his EX on insta
My new BF still has pics with his EX on insta A girl got in touch to say that she is not happy that this guy she's officially seeing still has his ex on the grid. Catch up on the Daily Dilemma here!
Met Éireann issue weather warning for Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford & Waterford
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford and Waterford for this morning, Monday December 19th. The national forecaster says "South to southwest winds will reach mean speeds of 45 to 65km/hr with gusts of up to 110km/hr." The wind warning began at 8 am and will remain in place until 12pm today. Higher temperatures have accompanied the wind and rain, bringing an end to over a week of freezing conditions.
Two brothers and their cousin among boys who died in frozen lake tragedy
British police say two brothers and their cousin were among four boys who died after falling into a frozen lake in Solihull in England. Samuel and Finlay Butler, aged six and eight, lost their lives along with their 11 year old cousin Thomas Stewart. 10 year-old Jack Johnson was the fourth boy who died following the tragedy on Sunday.
Tributes roll in for Private Seán Rooney (23) killed in Lebanon
Fiachra Gallagher and Vivienne Clarke A member of Óglaigh na hÉireann, the Irish Defence Forces, was killed while carrying out UN peacekeeping duties in Lebanon on Wednesday night.
Full League of Ireland fixture list for 2023 released
Sport Share this article The League of Ireland has today released the 2023 fixture list with the SSE Airtricity Women’s National League, now renamed the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division, alongside the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division and SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division as part of its new brand identity. The new structure will mean that there is a League of Ireland Premier Division for both men and women, followed by a League of Ireland Men’s First Division.
Cost of using your kettle to de-ice your windscreen revealed
With temperatures at a record low, many households are using their electrical kettle to get on the road this week. However, the Irish Mirror reports that motorists are spending 20 cents every morning by using a boiled kettle to remove ice. The news outlet claims that the "cost of boiling a kettle is 6.7 cents per five-minute boil" and researchers estimate that many motorists use three kettle loads to clear their windscreens.
Dublin Airport security officer photographed running mini marathon weeks after knee injury claim
News Share this article Ray Managh A โฌ60,000 damages claim by a security officer at Dublin Airport, who was alleged to have taken part in a road race only weeks after suffering a knee injury, has been described by a judge as outrageous. โI have no doubt whatsoever that this case has come to court with the view of maximising her claim for damages,โ Judge John Martin said in the Circuit Civil Court.
The guy I met on Tinder is perfect however, he is so HAIRY!!
I met this guy on Tinder and he's basically perfect however there is one problem! He is SOOOOO hairy all over, it's matted onto him and honestly it's a turn off! Is it too cheeky to ask him to shave? Listen to the full Daily Dilemma Confession Box above
Ireland manager Vera Pauw 'exerted excessive control' over player eating habits, report alleges
Texas-based football club Houston Dash has apologised to players affected by alleged misconduct by two previous managers, including Republic of Ireland coach Vera Pauw. An investigation into misconduct in the National Women's Soccer League in the US was released last night. The report says that Pauw — who was in charge at Houston Dash in 2018 — attempted to "exert excessive control" over players "eating habits".
Watch horrifying moment slingshot ride chord snaps at busy Christmas theme park
Two people were left hanging by a literal thread at a popular theme park last night when a bungee chord supporting their ride snapped. The incident happened after 10 pm on Wednesday, December 14th on the 'Slingshot Ride' at Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland â a London attraction popular with Irish tourists.
New Status Orange weather alert for Kilkenny, Carlow & Tipp
A new Status Orange Weather warning has been issued for three South East counties. The low temperature and ice alert details that it will be "extremely cold on Wednesday night with widespread temperatures below -5°C leading to severe frost & ice." The warning adds to an existing Status Yellow weather alert for low temperatures for Wexford and Waterford until Friday. Met Éireann says it will remain "very cold through the week with widespread sharp to severe frosts and icy stretches.
Police 'rescue' unconscious woman that turned out to be a mannequin
News Share this article Police in London broke down the doors of a London Gallery in a frantic attempt to rescue the life of an unconscious woman, or so they thought! 'Kristina' is an art installation that is on display at the London Gallery and was mistaken for a real woman. Steve Lazarides, the former agent of Banksy, commissioned the piece in question, which had been drawing large crowds beforehand.
Irish mother handed life sentence following murder of baby son
A mother has been sentenced to a minimum of 20 years in prison over the murder and attempted murder of her two sons. The 42-year-old mother from Co. Antrim, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was sentenced at Belfast Crown Court today, Tuesday, December 13th. It was heard that the woman stabbed her two sons, aged two years and ten months and eleven months, at a house outside Larne, Co. Antrim in March 2020.
Woman dies after car collides with a number of pedestrians
News Share this article Kenneth Fox A woman in her early 50s has died after a traffic collision in Cork on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at Dromanallig, Ballingeary, Cork at 1.10am. A car collided with a number of pedestrians in the village of Ballingeary. The woman's body has been removed to Cork University Hospital where a post-mortem will take place in due course. Two other female pedestrians (40s) were also taken to Cork University Hospital with serious injuries.
Two hospitalised following house fire possibly caused by gas explosion
Two people have been taken to hospital following a fire in the South East. The fire took place at a house in Co. Wexford this morning. It happened in the Ferns area at around 7.30am. A man in his 40s and another in his 90s were brought to Wexford General Hospital as a result. It's understood they are being treated for non-life threatening injuries. Early reports suggest the fire it may have been caused by a possible gas explosion. Investigations are underway.
Aldi's heated car seat cover goes on sale this week – and it costs less than a tenner! | Beat102103.com
Aldi's sell-out heated car seat cover returns to stores nationwide this Thursday, December 14th. With the Arctic blast well and truly upon us, customers are expected to rush into stores across the South East for this gadget which should make the morning commute that little bit easier. The electric cover will retail at €9.99 and plugs into a vehicle's 12-volt power socket. Complete with high and low temperature settings this nifty device is sure to be snapped up quickly in the middle aisle.
The Dáil will debate a confidence motion in the Housing Minister this evening
The Dáil will debate a confidence motion in the Housing Minister this evening. People Before Profit is bringing this motion in Darragh O'Brien saying the housing crisis is worse than ever more than two years into his tenure as Minister. They site soaring homelessness, record high rents and the general unaffordability of housing as reasons the Minister should be sacked. The Government will present a countermotion today expressing confidence in Darragh O'Brien.
Government to sign off on €10 million fund to help with energy bills
Kenneth Fox A €10 million fund to help struggling families and individuals on pay-as-you-go energy tariffs is to be signed off by Government as part of a new energy poverty action plan. As the Irish Examiner reports, Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan will seek Cabinet approval for the new action plan which will include the establishment of financial support fund.
The hot guy I'm seeing has Reindeer Antlers and a nose on his car
Daily Dilemma The hot guy I'm seeing has Reindeer Antlers and a nose on his car Shonagh Lyons December 12, 2022 11:51 AM Share this article The hot guy I'm seeing has Reindeer Antlers and a nose on his car. We matched on Tinder and met in person for the first time over the weekend. I fancy him, he has banter but then when I saw the car with the reindeer antlers and the nose I got the 'ick'!! Catch up on the Daily Dilemma here! Share this article
Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder: Gardaí say new witnesses being identified
News Share this article At least one person has information about the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier and has not come forward yet, gardaí have said. Investigators have renewed their appeal for witnesses almost 26 years since Ms Toscan du Plantier was killed. The French film-maker was found dead in Schull in west Cork on December 23rd, 1996. Former journalist Ian Bailey was twice arrested in connection with her death, but has never been charged in Ireland.
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