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The vice-chair of Larne Business Forum is calling on Stormont to take action on derelict town centre properties in the area. With many buildings sitting empty and falling into disrepair, local businesses are feeling the impact of the neglected properties. In a recent statement, the vice-chair highlighted the negative effects that these derelict buildings are having on the town’s economy and overall appearance. He emphasized the need for urgent action to revitalize these properties and attract new businesses to the area. Local residents have also expressed frustration with the lack of progress on addressing the issue of derelict properties in…

A recent study has found that there is no need to dramatically change the default 20mph speed limit across Wales. The evidence suggests that slower speeds are not only better for people’s health but can also have a positive impact on communities. The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Wales, looked at the effects of lower speed limits on road safety and public health. They found that reducing the speed limit to 20mph can significantly reduce the number of accidents and fatalities on the roads. Dr. Sarah Jones, lead researcher on the study, explained that…

UN ‘horror’ at mass grave at hospitals in Gaza The UN has expressed horror over reports of mass graves being discovered outside two Palestinian hospitals.  It said it was corroborating Gazan officials’ reports that 283 bodies were found at Nasser hospital and 30 at Al Shifa. “We feel the need to raise the alarm because clearly there have been multiple bodies discovered,” said Ravina Shamdasani, the spokesperson for the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. “Some of them had their hands tied, which of course indicates serious violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, and these…

Inzaghi celebrated being Serie A Champions as a manager amidst a chilly, rain-soaked evening at the San Siro.

Rasmus Hojlund fell out with two Manchester United team-mates after complaining Bruno Fernandes wasn’t passing to him Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund fell out with two of his team-mates earlier this season after complaining that Bruno Fernandes was ignoring him on the pitch. The Dane joined the club in a £71million move from Atalanta last summer and he’s become a fans’ favourite for his spirited and energetic displays. While Hojlund’s goals tally of 13 in 37 appearances is respectable for a 21-year-old in his first season at the club, the Dane feels he should have scored more. Hojlund failed to…

Casemiro reveals Manchester United defender Harry Maguire played FA Cup win over Coventry City while injured Casemiro has revealed Manchester United defender Harry Maguire played in the FA Cup semi-final victory over Coventry City with an injury. United survived a huge scare to progress to the FA Cup final despite throwing away a three-goal lead at Wembley. Maguire scored either side of goals from Scott McTominay and Bruno Fernandes to put Manchester United in complete control, but Coventry produced a stirring fightback to take the tie to extra-time. Coventry were celebrating what they thought was a last-minute winner in extra-time…

Manchester United and INEOS have one major concern over sacking Erik ten Hag Erik ten Hag could avoid the sack as INEOS are reportedly concerned there is not a ‘stand-out candidate available’ to become Manchester United manager. All signs point to a new manager being in the Old Trafford dugout next season as the pressure continues to mount on Ten Hag following a difficult campaign. Champions League qualification is all but over and though they have reached the FA Cup final, their shocking capitulation in Sunday’s semi-final against Coventry highlighted United’s weaknesses under the Dutchman. Regardless of where they finish…

Why Rwanda? Migrant deportation bill explained and what life’s like at Hope Hostel Rishi Sunak’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda has finally passed through parliament after a crunch vote in the Commons. MPs passed the Rwanda Bill after hours of debate and months of political ‘ping pong’ over the highly controversial proposals. The lengthy legislation has a rather simple goal: allowing the government to put some asylum seekers on one-way flights to Rwanda. Rather than have their claims proceed by British immigration officials, those who sought sanctuary with the UK in mind will be potentially resettled in the…

Child among at least five migrants who died trying to cross English Channel At least five people have died while trying to cross the English Channel this morning. One child, believed to be a four-year-old girl, is among the dead, according to a local charity. The migrants were attempting to travel over the busy stretch of water after leaving from a patch of shoreline near the French town of Wimereux. Local police were operating at a beach in the area today, with the French coast guard saying there were several ‘lifeless bodies’. A spokesperson said it has been a ‘busy’…

Alec Baldwin taunted by woman asking ‘why did you kill that lady?’ in very tense interaction Alec Baldwin smacked a woman’s phone away after she repeatedly asked him to say ‘free Palestine’ and taunted him about Halyna Hutchins’ death in a coffee shop confrontation. The 66-year-old is facing charges of involuntary manslaughter after the fatal shooting of cinematographer Hutchins on the set of Rust in October 2021. Baldwin was on the phone in a coffee shop when he was accosted by a woman, who repeatedly requested he show support for Palestine and also asked: ‘Why did you kill that lady?’…