'That's quite a welcome home' - Hoy receives emotional ovation at Murrayfield

John Swinney pays tribute to Pope Francis

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to Pope Francis, calling his death "deeply saddening" and a moment of heartbreak for the Catholic community. Swinney praised the Pope’s commitment to peace, justice and leadership on global issues including Gaza and Ukraine. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage: Reform now main opposition in red wall areas

Nigel Farage has claimed Reform UK is now the main challenger to Labour in the Midlands, North, Wales and Scotland, pushing the Conservatives into third place. In a campaign speech, he said voters felt betrayed by the Tories over Brexit and immigration, adding that backing the Conservatives in red wall areas would be a “wasted vote.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

First Minister sets out resilience plans ahead of US tariffs

First Minister of Scotland John Swinney said he will publish his Government’s legislative programme earlier than usual to help tackle tariff challenges. Speaking at a press conference at Bute House in Edinburgh on Monday, Mr Swinney said the programme for government would be published on the 6th of May to "enable a full year of delivery between now and the Scottish election”. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Redgrave meets Environment Sec over Thames pollution

Olympic gold medallist rower Sir Steve Redgrave has handed a letter to the environment secretary Steve Reed to share his and young people's concerns about "effluent being put into the rivers, and how dirty and vile they are". Head of Communities at River Action Erica Popplewell says she feels "encouraged" that the government has banned bonuses for pollutant water bosses, but wants to see further action. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

IOC President Kirsty Coventry Opposes Olympic Bans Over Conflicts, Open To Russia’s 2026 Return

IOC President Kirsty Coventry opposes banning athletes over armed conflicts, signaling a shift in Olympic policy. She plans to discuss Russia’s return to competition, emphasizing a case-by-case approach. Coventry, the first African woman to lead the IOC, will form a task force to guide sports decisions amid global conflicts. She highlights Africa’s ongoing crises and the need to protect athletes. Her stance challenges previous Olympic restrictions, which barred Russian and Belarusian teams after the Ukraine war escalated in 2022. #IOC #Olympics #KirstyCoventry #Russia #Belarus #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #SportsPolitics #Putin #UkraineWar #Athletes #GlobalSports #OlympicBan #InternationalSports #Zimbabwe #SebastianCoe #JuanAntonioSamaranch #NeutralAthletes #SportsNews #BreakingNews Also Read Double Olympic Medallist Manu Bhaker Excluded From Khel Ratna Nomination: Report :: https://www.oneindia.com/sports/double-olympic-medallist-manu-bhaker-excluded-from-khel-ratna-nomination-report-4023777.html?ref=DMDesc India's 2036 Olympics Dream: PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Highlights Commitment To Host Olympics :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/indias-2036-olympics-dream-pm-modis-independence-day-speech-highlights-commitment-to-host-olympic-011-3908087.html?ref=DMDesc US Matches China in Gold Medals at Paris Olympics with Women's Basketball Win :: https://www.oneindia.com/sports/us-ties-china-in-olympics-gold-medal-count-011-3905035.html?ref=DMDesc

Meet Diyora Keldiyorova: The Olympic judo Champion inspiring Uzbekistan’s next generation

In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet Diyora Keldiyorova, the Olympic judo champion whose historic gold medal win is transforming the perception of women in sports.

Netanyahu’s Arrest By ICC: Israeli PM Flight Takes Longer Route to U.S to Avoid Arrest Warrant

Netanyahu’s Arrest By ICC: Netanyahu flight longer than usual as his plane reroutes to avoid countries that could enforce the ICC arrest warrant. The Netanyahu flight longer path included flying over Croatia, Italy, and France—avoiding nations like Ireland and the Netherlands due to fear of arrest. The Netanyahu flight longer route signals growing legal pressure over war crimes in Gaza, with international scrutiny rising ahead of his meeting with Trump. #Netanyahu#FlightDetour#ICCWarrant#GazaWarCrimes#MiddleEastCrisis ~GR.124~HT.408~

Fact-check: Unlikely that Conor McGregor can run for Irish presidency

Fact-check: Unlikely that Conor McGregor can run for Irish presidency He may be in favour with the Trump administration, but Conor McGregor's chances of making the ballot paper in Ireland's presidential poll are close to zero, experts tell Euroverify. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/27/fact-check-unlikely-conor-mcgregor-can-run-for-irish-presidency Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Innovation at the service of the rural world to keep local brains in the villages

How to retain local brains in a village of 7000 souls like Buncrana, Ireland? Developing innovation and digital through a technology hub close to home.

Trump Hosts Friends Of Ireland For Lunch | Delivers Speech On Peace Efforts | Ireland-U.S Ties

Trump hosts friends of Ireland lunch at the white house with speaker Mike Johnson and Irish PM Martin. The event marks St. Patrick’s day, highlighting strong US-Ireland ties. Before the lunch, VP JD Vance hosted Martin for a breakfast meeting. Martin aims to discuss US-Ireland cooperation on global peace efforts, including conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Trump delivered a full speech emphasizing diplomatic ties and peace strategies. The annual gathering underscores the enduring bond between the two nations. #Trump #Ireland #StPatricksDay #FriendsOfIreland #MikeJohnson #JDVance #UshaVance #IrishPM #WhiteHouse #BilateralTies #USIreland #PeaceEfforts #MiddleEast #UkraineWar #Diplomacy #PoliticalNews #GlobalAffairs #InternationalRelations #TrumpSpeech #BreakingNews