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New Look is set to close all 26 stores across the Republic of Ireland, resulting in approximately 350 job losses, in a mass exodus from the market.The fashion retailer announced it would enter liquidation following several years of sustained losses and challenging market conditions.The company, which has operated in Ireland since 2003, currently employs 347 people across its network in the Republic with the decision coming as New Look plans to refocus investment on its UK business and digital offering.Despite this latest store closure announcement, collections will remain available to Irish customers through online retailers Asos and Very.No new locations…

Luke Littler has sent fans into a frenzy after posing for a picture with American rapper and singer Pitbull ahead of tonight’s Premier League action.The 18-year-old will be hoping to build on last week’s victory in Glasgow, where he overcame Luke Humphries to reign supreme.Littler initially struggled on week one, crashing to defeat against Michael van Gerwen in Dublin.But the teenager is back in form and will be eager to lay down another marker when the tournament resumes tonight.Luke Littler has sent fans into a frenzy after posing for a picture with American rapper and singer Pitbull ahead of tonight’s…

Drivers have been warned they could face penalty points on their licence and hefty fines for crimes committed by their children under UK law. According to reports, parents could face a £300 fine and six penalty points on their driving licences if their children are caught riding illegal e-bikes on UK roads.The penalties, which are designed to crack down on non-compliant e-bikes, can be transferred from under-18s to their parents under a specific section of law. These sanctions issued by police apply when young people are found riding e-bikes which fail to meet the UK’s legal requirements.Do you have a…

David DeansPolitical reporter, Wales NewsGetty ImagesYoung people will be able to ride for £1 on buses across Wales as part of a budget deal between Welsh Labour and the Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds.The deal, worth more than £100m, will also see extra money which officials hope will complete the roll out of universal childcare to two year olds.It means the Welsh government’s £26bn spending plans for the NHS, education and other public services will pass in the Senedd next month, and includes a ban on greyhound racing and cash for local councils.Dodds said the agreement “is a positive…

Gatland’s second reign as head coach ended on the back of the dire display in Rome which was an eighth successive Six Nations defeat to equal Wales’ worst record in the tournament.It was Wales’ 14th successive Test loss and within 72 hours Gatland had gone – with Cardiff boss Sherratt appointed on an interim basis for the remaining Six Nations fixtures against Ireland, Scotland and England.Wales have dropped to a lowest position of 12th in the world rankings and have not won a Test match since October 2023.They have lost seven successive internationals at the Principality Stadium since defeating England…

A leading security expert has called for Britain to implement a modern form of conscription amid growing concerns about the nation’s military readiness.Professor Anthony Glees, speaking to GB News, warned that the UK’s conventional forces are dangerously inadequate for potential future conflicts in Europe.READ THE FULL STORY HERE

A former Conservative advisor who defected to Reform UK has called on the party to take a stance on Russia and Ukraine. Tim Montgomerie, founder of Conservative Home and a Tory Party member for over three decades, defected to Farage’s party in December. However, he has now called on the Clacton MP to make his stance clear and break his silence on Trump and Ukraine. He joins Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham who have also criticised the party. Farage has come under fire from Tim Montgomerie and Sir Ed DaveyPAColumnist Tim Montgomerie joined…

Meghan Markle has hit two million followers on her personal Instagram account despite the Duchess of Sussex launching the profile just last month.The 43-year-old former working royal surprised fans when she launched the account on January 1, after vowing to never return to any social media platform.The duchess launched her account under the single-name handle @meghan with a beach video teasing a 2025 project.This marked her first return to social media since stepping away from royal duties in 2020.Meghan Markle has hit two million followers on her personal Instagram account despite the Duchess of Sussex launching the profile last monthGetty…

Gold surged to a fresh all-time high of $2,954.69 per ounce on Thursday morning, marking its 10th record this year amid mounting concerns over US President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats.The precious metal has gained 12 per cent since the start of 2024, as investors seek safe-haven assets. Spot gold climbed 0.7 per cent to $2,953.12 an ounce by 0853 GMT, whilst US gold futures rose 1.2 per cent to $2,970.7.Since returning to the White House last month, the US President has unleashed chaos on the global economy with promises of tariffs on key industries and allies; pledging taxes of…

Greater Manchester PoliceGreater Manchester Police say they would like to speak to the man picturedA charity is offering a £5,000 reward for information leading to a conviction following an alleged antisemitic attack in central Manchester.The Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) said it had been supporting the victim, who said he was hit with what felt like a bottle by someone who shouted he was “responsible for the war in Gaza”.The victim, who described himself as visibly Jewish, said he was walking in Exchange Square at 13:30 GMT on 3 February when he was “hit extremely forcefully.” He said the blow shattered…