Landlord evicted family of eight while wielding hammer, court told – The Irish Times

A landlord has been ordered to immediately allow a family of eight back into a rental property from which he allegedly evicted them while wielding a hammer and accompanied by eight others. Granting the orders on Monday, Judge Brian Cregan said the circumstances of the case, as alleged by tenant Muhammad Amjad, were “appalling”. The … Read more

Cycling in Dublin for commuting rises 50% as most residents back more bike lanes – The Irish Times

The number of Dubliners using bicycles on an almost daily basis has increased by 50 per cent in just two years, according to new research from the National Transport Authority (NTA). The vast majority of residents across the State’s five main cities want increased investment in cycling infrastructure, even when that results in less road … Read more

A word on the sport Éamon de Valera said was best suited to the Irish psyche – The Irish Times

As the French rugby side massacre their way to being champions of the 2026 Six Nations – yes, it’s the year of the French! – it might help, as we lick our wounds after the assassination of Ireland in Paris last month, to reflect on the game itself. Not many people know, even suspect, that … Read more

Robert Carradine, actor known for Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire, dies aged 71 – The Irish Times

Robert Carradine, a member of the famed acting family who was known for his roles in Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire, has died aged 71. Carradine died by suicide after years of living with bipolar disorder, his family said in a statement, which they said they hoped would raise awareness. “It is with … Read more

Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents – CTV News

Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents  CTV News Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in the killing of parents Rob and Michele  BBC Rob Reiner’s son pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents  Toronto Star Rob Reiner’s son returns to court, may enter plea in the killing of … Read more

Dear Abby: Trivia night is no fun when sister-in-law belittles my brother in front of us

DEAR ABBY: Once a month, my wife and I play music trivia with my brother and his wife at our local pub. We invited them, thinking it would be a great way for us to get closer. (I have an older brother we are closer to.) As it turns out, my sister-in-law belittles my brother … Read more

Gut health in modern infancy impacts children’s immune health

“Many babies born today, even under otherwise healthy conditions, are starting life with a microbiome that is fundamentally different from what human biology evolved to expect,” she told NutraIngredients. “This microbial gap is now linked to higher risks of allergies, immune-related conditions and other health challenges, making early microbiome restoration a central challenge—and opportunity—of modern … Read more

Golf Club secretary warned of perjury risk after trying to swear oath without Bible – The Irish Times

The secretary of a Dublin golf club was warned of the risk of being prosecuted for perjury after admitting the book he tried to use to swear a religious oath was not the Holy Bible. It happened in an online Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) hearing on Wednesday into an unfair dismissal complaint against Skerries Golf … Read more