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I grew up in Australia. We moved there when I was three, so the first time I was ever on a plane was moving our lives across the world. My favourite memories were just being outside. That’s why the ambassador work with MiWadi FAI Football Camps is a perfect fit; so many of my best memories come from that freedom. An aerial view of Sydney’s iconic Opera House, city skyline, and expansive waterfront at dawn. Kids now have so much structure: school, sports, and rules. Summer camps were where we could just be free. I remember being on the road…

Jim McGuinness has strongly criticized the GAA’s decision to schedule Donegal’s final Group 1 match against King and Moffatt in Dr. Hyde Park, Roscommon. Following Donegal’s narrow victory over Mayo, secured with a late point in front of 18,371 spectators, the Donegal manager stated that they will advocate for a Sunday fixture next weekend. Despite the win, McGuinness expressed his dissatisfaction with the chosen venue, citing concerns for both his team and Donegal supporters. “That’s a conversation for another time but we would definitely be looking for the seven days,” he said post-match. “We don’t believe we should have been…

Donegal manager Jim McGuinness lauded his team’s discipline and execution in their victory over Mayo at Dr Hyde Park. Fergal Boland’s late score, with just 15 seconds remaining, had tied the game. A draw would have placed Donegal second and Mayo third in the group, with both teams progressing to the next stage. However, McGuinness’s side pressed for a winning score, and Ciaran Moore delivered after the final whistle, eliminating Mayo. Donegal finished second in the group based on their head-to-head record against Tyrone. “We discussed this morning in the hotel that we would go out, play our game, and…

A mother who died in the Air India plane crash had been reluctant to travel and feared leaving her young son behind for the first time, a colleague has said. Abdhiben Patel, known as Abdhi, 40, was killed when flight AI171 crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on Thursday. She didn’t want to go. She wasn’t excited. It was a sense of duty. Her mum was unwell, but you could tell it was weighing on her She had flown to India just two weeks earlier to care for her elderly mother, but was hesitant to make the trip and leave…

A Donegal resident is set to stand trial following accusations of assaulting his granddaughter, who is a minor. During a session at Letterkenny District Court, a book of evidence was presented to the man’s solicitor. Garda Sergeant Jim Collins informed the court that the book of evidence was officially served to Mr. Rory O’Brien. To protect the identity of the alleged victim, the defendant’s name is being withheld. The charges relate to an incident that allegedly occurred in May 2024. He is accused of assaulting the victim and causing her harm, a violation of Section 3 of the Non-Fatal Offences…

A dramatic late point from Ciaran Moore secured a thrilling victory for Donegal over Mayo in Roscommon, sparking jubilant celebrations. Thousands of enthusiastic Donegal supporters travelled to Hyde Park to cheer on their team. Among the travelling faithful was photographer Evan Logan, who captured some fantastic images of Jim McGuinness’ side’s memorable win. Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in Roscommon Donegal supporters in…

Scoil Mhuire in Buncrana is celebrating the achievement of their former student, Caoimhe Kenny, who has been crowned Miss Ireland 2025. Caoimhe is the daughter of Stephen and Siobhán Kelly. Stephen is widely recognized as the former manager of the Republic of Ireland national soccer team. The family previously resided in Fahan during Stephen’s tenure as the manager of Derry City Football Club. Scoil Mhuire conveyed their congratulations to Caoimhe this afternoon, stating: “Congratulations and well done to our former pupil Caoimhe Kenny, who has been crowned Miss Ireland 2025. “We wish you the very best in the upcoming year.”…

Fergal Boland, with a stunning point as time was running out, believed he had clinched their place in the preliminary quarter-final. However, one final kickout remained. Jason McGee leaped high to claim possession and launched a pass to Moore, who secured the winning score. News Source : Irish Examiner

David Blane and Keith Barry are the celebrity names, but our more usual encounters with magicians are at kids’ birthday parties, or maybe the odd corporate event. Lately though, magic has been making its way into the mainstream. Pubs from The Liberty in Cork City to Cronins in Crosshaven have been booking magicians. They wander through bars, often table to table, entertaining punters on the way with everything from card tricks to disappearing coins. Initial scepticism gives way to wonder as they ply their trade. Zac Coveney is part of this growing number of magicians. He’s even a member of…