SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea agreed Tuesday to send a delegation to next month’s Winter Olympics in South Korea, Seoul officials said, as the bitter rivals sat for rare talks at the border to discuss how to cooperate in Olympics and improve their long-strained ties.The Koreas’ first talks in two years were arranged after North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un recently made an abrupt push for improved ties with South Korea after a year of elevated tensions with the outside world over his expanding nuclear and missile programs. Critics say Kim may be trying to divide Seoul and Washington in a bid to weaken international pressure and sanctions on the North.ADVERTISEMENT Jiro Manio arrested for stabbing man in Marikina Suspension of the military drills would be unacceptable for Seoul because that would seriously undermine the alliance with its chief ally the United States, which wants to put more pressures on Pyongyang. The North views the drills as a rehearsal for a northward invasion.President Donald Trump on Saturday expressed hope for some progress from the talks and said he was open to talking with Kim himself. But U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley later said the U.S. administration isn’t changing its conditions regarding talks with North Korea, saying Kim would first need to stop weapons testing for a “significant amount of time.”In his New Year’s Day address, Kim said there is an urgent need to improve inter-Korean ties and that he is willing to send a delegation to the Pyeongchang Games. He urged Seoul to halt the military drills with the U.S. and said he has a “nuclear button” to launch missiles at any target in the United States.South Korean liberal President Moon Jae-in, who favors dialogue as a way to defuse the North Korean nuclear standoff, welcomed Kim’s outreach and proposed talks at Panmunjom. Kim quickly accepted.“As President Moon has said, the improvement of relations between North and South Korea cannot advance separately from resolving North Korea’s nuclear program,” Brian Hook, a chief adviser to U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, told reporters in a conference call late Monday Washington time. “And so, we remain focused on our global pressure campaign. That campaign is designed to bring Kim Jong Un to the table for meaningful negations.”The Trump administration agreed last week to delay springtime military drills with South Korea until after the Games. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis insisted the delay was a practical necessity to accommodate the Olympics, not a political gesture.Trump and Kim traded bellicose warlike rhetoric and even crude insults last year, as the North conducted it sixth and most powerful nuclear detonation and three tests of intercontinental ballistic missiles.The International Olympic Committee said Monday it has “kept the door open” for North Korea to take part in the Games. IOC spokesman Mark Adams said the registration deadline has been extended and that the Switzerland-based committee supports North Korean athletes in the qualification process, while respecting U.N. sanctions against North Korea. 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He was hit five times but survived.The meeting began with an amicable atmosphere Tuesday morning, with chief North Korean delegate Ri Son Gwon saying he hopes the talks would give “a New Year’s first gift — precious results (of the talks) to the Korean nation.” Ri’s South Korean counterpart, Unification Minister Cho Myoung-gyon, said he also hopes they would come up with a “good gift” for people in both Koreas.The overall prospect for the negotiations was still unclear. The two Koreas have a long history of ending key talks without any agreement and failing to follow through with rapprochement accords.An agreement on the North’s Olympic participation had been widely expected before the talks began, but the Koreas remain sharply at odds over how to improve their overall ties.North Korea is expected to demand rewards in return for South Korea’s offer for family reunions and military talks, like Seoul halting propaganda broadcasts and scaling back or halting military drills with the U.S., observers say.ADVERTISEMENT Don’t miss out on the latest news and information. Scottie Thompson also worthy of Finals MVP, thinks Cone OSG plea to revoke ABS-CBN franchise ’a duplicitous move’ – Lacson
LATEST STORIES During the talks, the North Korean delegation said it would send an Olympic delegation, which includes officials, athletes, cheerleaders, journalists and others, South Korea’s Vice Unification Minister Chun Hae-sung told reporters, according to media footage from the border village of Panmunjom, the venue for the talks.South Korean Unification Minister Cho Myoung-gyon, left, shakes hands with the head of North Korean delegation Ri Son Gwon before their meeting at the Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone in Paju, South Korea, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018. South Korean media said North and South Korea have begun talks at their border about how to cooperate in next month’s Winter Olympics and how to improve their long-strained ties. (Korea Pool/Yonhap via AP)The South Korean delegation, for its part, proposed North Korea send a big delegation and conduct a joint march during the Feb. 9-25 Game’s opening and closing ceremonies, Chun, one of the five South Korean negotiators, said.FEATURED STORIESSPORTSTim Cone, Ginebra set their sights on elusive All-Filipino crownSPORTSGinebra beats Meralco again to capture PBA Governors’ Cup titleSPORTSAfter winning title, time for LA Tenorio to give back to Batangas folkHe said South Korea also suggested resuming temporary reunions of families separated by war and offering military talks designed to reduce animosities in frontline areas. South Korea also stressed the need to achieve denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, Chun said.North Korea responded by saying the two Koreas must try to promote peace and reconciliation through dialogue, he said. Brian Heruela arrival bolsters Phoenix backcourt, defense Walk-off: Alabama beats Georgia in OT for national title View comments OSG plea to revoke ABS-CBN franchise ’a duplicitous move’ – Lacson Judy Ann’s 1st project for 2020 is giving her a ‘stomachache’ Redemption is sweet for Ginebra, Scottie Thompson Steam emission over Taal’s main crater ‘steady’ for past 24 hours
‘Ebola is Escalating’
The Liberian National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) says the current spread of the deadly Ebola virus is escalating. He warned that efforts must be multiplied to urgently contain it.This can be done with collective efforts of government, citizens and international partners, he said.The LNRCS secretary general, Fayiah Tamba, said that the latest confirmation from Bong, Bomi and suspected cases in Grand Gedeh Counties is an indication that the spread of the virus is now rapid and troubling.Mr. Tamba also warned the general public to do away with the concept of denial and follow all precautionary measures, including regular hand washing and avoiding close contact with sick persons suspected of the virus.Mr. Tamba stressed the Red Cross will continue to scale up its vigorous operation in seven counties including, Bong and Bomi, where Ebola cases have been reported.Since the outbreak of the Ebola virus in the Mano River Union, it has claimed over 660 lives in the three affected country with Guinea receiving more fatalities followed by Sierra Leone and Liberia.The current outbreak of Ebola in West Africa is now the largest in history with more than one thousand cases and 660-deaths while more than 240 of the cases and 127-deaths occurred in Liberia.“The Red Cross is complementing government efforts in the areas of social mobilization and awareness, contact tracing, psychosocial counseling and providing survivor kits to victims since the outbreak,” Mr. Tamba said.Mr. Tamba also disclosed that The Red Cross, in addition to its regular services, has agreed for now to assist the Ministry of Health in the area of dead body management and burial of Ebola victims in Montserrado.The LNRCS has welcomed the latest move by the Government to close all borders, except the Roberts International Airport, James Springs Payne Airport, Foya Crossing, Bo Waterside Crossing and Ganta Crossing, where preventive and testing centers will be established.The LNRCS Secretary General wants government and its partners to pay more attention to protecting health Care workers who are the front lines in this fight against the Ebola virus.According to him, if the health workers are protected, we will regain their confidence to return to the various Health facilities that are currently abandoned across the country.Meanwhile, the Lofa Chapter of the LNRCS says it is strongly considering to fully intervening in the Ebola outbreak in Zango town, where the death toll is now alarming.Zango town is in the Voinjama District, with a population of little over 2000, but at least 19 people have reportedly died since the outbreak of the virus there.According to the Red Cross Emergency Preparedness and Response Officer, Daniel Kossigbo, plans have been concluded for the possible move in the community for social mobilization and awareness, contact tracing and psychosocial counseling.The LNRCS has already provided survival kits to victims of Ebola in the community as well as rehabilitated two damaged hand pumps to restore community access to safe drinking water.The Red Cross is currently complementing government efforts in 726-communities in Foya, Vahum, Bolahum, Kolahum, Zorzor and Voinjama Districts, reaching the total of at least 117,886, a number representing the total households of 2,885 since the start of the Ebola intervention in Lofa.The Liberian Red Cross has also reached the total of 2,190 in ten Communities in Margibi under its campaign to stop further spread of the Ebola Virus in Liberia.The Liberian Red Cross continues its vigorous operation in Montserrado, Margibi and Lofa while plans have been finalized for immediate scale-up in Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu, Bong Nimba and Bomi in the coming days.Mr. Kossigbo said the Red Cross Ebola awareness activities in the counties are making significant impact in that community members are gradually accepting the fact that Ebola exists and has no cure but denial and fear of stigma in some quarters remain challenging.For the latest news and updates, follow us at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Liberian-Observer-Online/42279623238.Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
Latino and black students get dose of mutual respect
RESEDA – The lies almost killed him. The lies about how to be a man by drinking vodka straight up. By doing dope and failing classes. And by hating anyone who was different. The lies almost killed Richard Santana, a former street tough from Fresno who believed in the urban myths passed on to him by his friends. But one teacher stepped up to tell him that he was important and could change. The high school’s population is predominantly Latino, while about 350 of the students are African-Americans. The two communities share many similarities, said Andre Chevalier, one of The Village Nation’s founders. “We suffer from the same problems, the same issues,” he said. “We need to get together and uplift each other.” Reaching out to Latinos, the African-American group invited Santana to speak as a symbol of solidarity, said Fluke Fluker, another founder of The Village Nation. “Our group is about helping to unite us and pay recognition and respect,” Fluker said. At a time when racial tensions among African-American and Latino gangs have grown, the program couldn’t have been more timely, said Bob Marks, principal of Cleveland High School. “In an era when you pick up the newspaper and you read about the violence, this program is a great outreach effort because it’s about one group sponsoring an assembly for another group,” Marks said. Santana, who has a Harvard degree in adolescent psychology, runs a company called Homeboy Goes to Harvard. He said he intends to encourage Latinos to respect their culture now and in the future. For some students Tuesday, Santana’s story about his youth had a familiar ring. “I think he made an impact because people all around are always saying, `You can’t do this,’ `You can’t go here or there because you’re the wrong color, or you’re poor,”‘ said Evelin Juarez, 16. Santana, shaking hands with 17-year-old Carina Pena after the assembly, listened to her remark. “It’s too late for me and my grades; I’m going to be 18,” she said. “There’s always adult school. You have some time yet,” he told her. “He’s inspiring Latinos to progress,” said Mara Saldinas, 14. “He’s saying if he can make it, then we can make it, too. “He’s saying that there can be change.” susan.abram@dailynews.com (818) 713-3664160Want local news?Sign up for the Localist and stay informed Something went wrong. Please try again.subscribeCongratulations! You’re all set! It was that truth that helped Santana turn his life around, he told more than 1,000 Cleveland High School students Tuesday during an assembly titled “Black Brown Love.” That teacher’s truth changed him, he said – made him respect himself as well as others. “This homeboy who was brought up to hate, caught up in drugs, with violence, this homeboy graduated with a master’s degree from Harvard University,” Santana said. “I wasn’t supposed to be a Harvard graduate. I was supposed to be dead.” Santana’s visit was sponsored by The Village Nation, a group of African-American students created about four years ago by three faculty members at Cleveland High School. The group’s mission is to encourage African-American students on campus to achieve academic and social success. Standardized test scores among students in the group have steadily increased over the past three years, organizers said. 
Dems: Iraq timetable is what voters want
“Last November, people in New Hampshire and across the country voted for change. They voted for a new Congress that would stop acting as a rubber stamp for this president and begin confronting the problems and challenges facing our nation,” Hodes said. On Saturday, he emphasized the Iraqis must meet the benchmarks Bush proposed in January. “As we enter the fifth year of the war, Iraq remains in chaos, and the Iraqi government has failed to stand up and take ownership of the country.” The Senate is expected to take up legislation as early as Monday. WASHINGTON – The Democrats’ plan to bring U.S. troops home from Iraq next year responds to voters’ demand for change, New Hampshire Rep. Paul Hodes said Saturday. Hodes and other House Democrats on Friday pushed through a rebuke of President George W. Bush and the war in Iraq. Bush promised a veto of the spending bill, which demands combat operations end before September 2008 – and perhaps earlier. “With our vote this week, we’re helping our troops, protecting our veterans, and fighting to end the waste, fraud and abuse,” Hodes said, delivering the Democrats’ weekly radio address. “After four years of a failed policy, Democrats are insisting on a new direction in Iraq and a real plan that holds the Iraqi people accountable for their own country.” Hodes, elected in November, was part of the Democratic takeover of both chambers of Congress. He has opposed the war and any efforts to escalate it.
Slovakia Under-21s 1-2 England Under-21s: Young Lions stars rated and slated
Substitute: Jacob Murphy – 7 – Brought on at half-time, Murphy immediately provided a new attacking threat. He set up the equalising goal with a superb cross from the right flank, and was solid for the remainder of the half in an unnatural right-back position. However, Murphy did make an error which led to a fine chance for Haraslin which he fortunately missed. Jordan Pickford – 6 – click the right arrow to see the rest of the England Under-21 player ratings – He had little to do for much of the match, though was easily beaten for Slovakias opening goal; Chriens header really should not have beaten his outstretched arm. Showed how well he commands his area with some important catches from Slovakian deliveries into the area. 14 John Swift – 6 – A tidy performance from the Reading man, though he provided little in the final third. He was composed in possession and put a shift in, but Swift has shown he is much better than this. 14 Substitute: Demarai Gray – 4 – Surprisingly started the game on the bench, and was not even introduced at half-time with England needing a goal. Brought on with 10 minutes left, Gray offered little as he was forced to defend with Slovakia chasing an equaliser. 14 Calum Chambers – 6 – Grew into the game after a shaky start, and was a key reason Slovakia didnt have a clear chance in the final moments despite sending cross after cross into the area. He was dominant in the air, making sure he got his head to the ball before any opposition player could. 14 14 14 14 Ben Chilwell – 6 – Ran the left flank well, providing solidity in defence and support in attack. His crossing was below the expected level for a player of his quality – a trait which also came to the fore during the match against Sweden. 14 England Under-21s have kept their Euro 2017 hopes alive by beating Slovakia to ensure they can still qualify for the knockout stages.After a disappointing 0-0 draw with Sweden, things seemed to be going from bad to worse for the Young Lions when Martin Chrien’s header meant Slovakia were one goal ahead at half-time.But Aidy Boothroyd’s men came out after the break with a renewed vigour, and probably deserved the three points they picked up thanks to Alfie Mawson’s equaliser and Nathan Redmond’s winning goal.So, just how did the England players perform in Poland? Click the right arrow, above, to see talkSPORT’s player ratings from the draw with Slovakia… 14 Mason Holgate – 4 – Struggled on the right of defence, appearing both shaky at the back and unable to offer much going forward. Was unsurprisingly substituted at half-time. 14 Alfie Mawson – 7 – Was Englands most impressive player in the defensive third, and he also kickstarted the comeback by scoring the equalising goal with a close-range finish. Looks composed on the ball and rarely appears troubled under pressure. Lewis Baker – 5 – Having enjoyed a great season at club level, Baker is still trying to rediscover that form at the Under-21 Euros. He was on the periphery for much of the match, and failed to show his exceptional set piece ability. Nathan Redmond – 8 – Scored an excellent winning goal to cap an exciting performance. He was the only England player willing to run at the Slovakia defence, and it is not a surprise he was, by far, the most threatening of Boothroyds men. 14 Tammy Abraham – 7 – Provided almost no service in the first half, Abraham constantly made intelligent runs and looked to create space for himself and teammates. Though presented with few goalscoring chances of his own, his superb shielding of the ball led to Redmonds winning goal. 14 14 James Ward-Prowse – 6 – Was completely off the pace of the game in the first-half, struggling both in and out of possession. His usually excellent set pieces were remarkably subpar, and it is obvious Ward-Prowse should not be playing in a central position as his best performances come from the right of midfield. Slightly improved after the break, and played a neat pass that led to Redmonds winning goal. 14 Nathaniel Chalobah – 7 – Sat in front of the defence well and dictated play from deep, though it was a strange tactical decision to field two holding midfielders in a must-win game. Showed his experience and leadership by constantly ordering teammates around on the pitch. Substitute: Cauley Woodrow – NA
Man charged in fatal Bundoran crash appears in court
A 21-year-old man charged with dangerous driving causing deaths following a Bundoran car crash last August has remanded on continuing bail at Ballyshannon District Court.Joseph Gilroy was charged with dangerous driving causing the deaths of Shiva Devine and Conall McAleer on 19th August 2018 at Eastend, Bundoran. He was also charged with causing serious bodily harm to another crash victim, Rachel Elliott. Elliott was in the court on Friday.Gilroy, from Lisnaskea, Co Fermanagh, is also charged with driving with no licence, no insurance, failing to report a hit and run, and other offences.During proceedings in Ballyshannon District Court, Tom MacSharry, defence solicitor, told the court the Book of Evidence was not yet ready.McSharry said there were summary matters before the court.They were adjourned to July 19th.A defence application for legal aid for the defendant’s appearance in the district court was denied but Judge Kevin Kilrane said he would grant legal aid for circuit court.Man charged in fatal Bundoran crash appears in court was last modified: June 22nd, 2019 by Staff WriterShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)
WELCOME DR MAGUIRE – THE COMMUNITY HAS BEEN EXPECTING YOU
Glenswilly celebrate at Foxhall.Shay Farrell claimed he wasn’t quite sure who the man behind him was as he addressed the masses gathered in Glenswilly GAA Hall.“Some fella by the name of Mick Murphy. I think he has a son playing for the under 10s,” said the adopted Glenswilly man via Dublin circa 1984 with a hint of sarcasm.Enter a Mayo man by that very name who just happens to be Glenswilly chairman. Someone else mentioned his young fella plays a bit of football as well.Mick Murphy leaned on the podium clearly overwhelmed by the occasion and the folk of Glenswilly who had come to thank their heroes.Bonner, Ward, Kelly, Gallagher, Gibbons and the rest. Names with their roots in the soil of the Glen.Labourers, farmers, carpenters, plasterers, teachers. People of the community. There was an air of expectancy out Foxhall way all week.Not an entitled air because names such as Murphy, Gallagher and McFadden were in the panel.An air of entitlement that Glenswilly had every much as right as St Eunans, Gaoth Dobhair, Dungloe, Ardara or Kilcar to take home Dr Maguire.Had they not toiled all year since January when frost was on the ground and the darkness had arrived not long after children had left the local primary school a few hundred yards away?Because that is indeed the magic of the championship. Gallant Malin may have thought after their stunning quarter final display that their name was on the cup.Nobody gave Naomh Chonaill much of a chance when they did it for the first time with Gildea and McGuinness against Eunans.Last night belonged to the people of Glenswilly.That they had it two seasons ago for the first time is a bonus. But in a strange and slightly twisted way, it was even more magical second time around.It was as if to say the first time wasn’t a fluke.It was as if to show other communities what can be done by hard work and belief.And in Glenswilly they believe.Manager Gary McDaid talked percentages and drills and backroom teams.Yes, he was probably going to have a few pints in McClaffertys but the planning has already started for 2014.“I know there is another championship in this team,” he told the packed hall.It was left to a man from Monaghan to sing the Hills of Glenswilly.He may not have the X Factor but teak tough vet Eamon Ward can hold a tune – and he knows all the words.And to show it truly was a community effort, the kids from Glenswilly National School finished the night with a specially penned ode to their heroes.Down Glenswilly way, it’s not about Murphy, the starting fifteen or the 30 strong panel.It’s about community and that includes blow-ins from Dublin, Mayo and Monaghan.WELCOME DR MAGUIRE – THE COMMUNITY HAS BEEN EXPECTING YOU was last modified: October 20th, 2013 by StephenShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:Dr MaguireglenswillyMichael MurphyMick Murphy
DD LOCAL: DRUMKEEN COMMUNITY NEWS
Drumkeen Youth ClubYouth Club this Fri 28th Feb 7.30-9.30 pm. Leaders on duty this week Claire Gallen, Julie Gavigan, Aidan Guthrie. Hoodies now available to those who have paid their €20. This Fri is Fitness night so please remember to wear suitable clothing and bring a sweat towel and water bottle. AB Fitness will be there to give us a fun workout.“Date for your Diary” our Easter quiz is on Fri 07th April, more details later. Drumkeen Community ChildcareEnrolment Evening (ECCE / Playschool places only)Date: Monday 10th March 2014 Time: 7.30pm Venue: Drumkeen Community Childcare Parents are asked to bring the following information;Both child & parent’s PPS number, Copy of Child’s Birth Certificate, Copy of Child’s Immunisation,Authorisation of collection photos (person collecting your child on your behalf)To qualify your child must be no less than 3 years 2 months and no more than 4 years 7 months on September 2014 (children must be born between 2 February 2010 and 30 June 2011). Phone 074 91 49919 for enquiriesSpinning/Circuits/BoxerciseWould you like to get fit or maybe just lose a few pounds? Spinning classes are available mornings and evenings, also circuit training and Boxercise? There is something to suit everyone just give Benny a call on 086 4562271 for details or check out our Facebook page AB Fitness. Jiving ClassesJiving classes continue in the parish hall every Monday from 9pm-10pm. For more information contact Aaron on 086 2431359.St. Mary’s GAABingo continues in Hall at 8.30 The National GAA Draw tickets are now on Sale priced at €10 ALL money goes directly to your Local GAA Club there are great prizes to be won from All-Ireland Football and Hurling packages AND trips to Australia and New York . Ticket sellers from St Marys Club will be calling around the Parish soon. Underage training from 6-7 on Fri Bring €2 and Drink Can all parents please ensure that their child keeps on the Footpath and that they are collected from the Playing Field after each session. Senior men Training as NormLadies training 7-8 Tues evening and sun morning 10.30 till 11-30 in clubhouse check page for detail new players welcomeBest wishes our Ladies Niamh Mailey, Cathy De Ward and Kelly Wilson in their matches for the Donegal Senior ladiesDrumkeen Utd FCThe lotto jackpot was not won. James Mc Bride matched 3 numbers and won €100. Next Sunday the jackpot will be € 3,260.00 draw will take place as usual in Jameson’s bar at 11 pm. thank you for your continued support and good luck to all taking part Lotto’s only €2 on sale in Jameson’s Bar Drumkeen Patton’s shop or the clubhouse.Charlie Daly & H-Block Martyrs Sinn Féin Cumann DrumkeenLotto Results 19th Feb 06, 08, 11, 19. No jackpot winner. 5 winners €20 each Nellie Cannon, Drumkeen. Mark Mc Cafferty, Drumkeen. Sean Toner, Newton. 2 winners c/o Fred, Buncrana. Next weeks jackpot €2,075. Go raibh maith agat.Parish HallAnyone wishing to book the hall should contact Charlie Quinn on 91/34010 or 087 7728608Drumkeen NotesAnyone wishing to have material included for next weekPlease Email: drumkeennotes@gmail.com or text 086 4083625 (Deadline Fri @ 8pm)DD LOCAL: DRUMKEEN COMMUNITY NEWS was last modified: February 22nd, 2014 by John2Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:Drumkeen notes
Proline FC cruise past hapless Mbarara City
Proline FC players during a past training session. File photo.FOOTBALL–Proline FC cruised to an emphatic victory as they dispatched hapless Mbarara City 3-0 to record their second successive victory of the season.The Mbarara-based side exuded fatigue after arriving just three hours to kick-off and fall behind to early Fahad Bayo goal inside the first five minutes.The gangly forward read and rose highest above his markers to direct a powerful header past tried and tested goalie Ali Kimera courtesy of an inviting cross from pacy winger Sula Matovu. It was Fahad Bayo’s second goal of the season.And the visitors did not relent after taking an early lead. Sula Matovu, who was a constant menace on the flanks all evening, on the interim, swapped his crossing boots for scoring roles when he scored his sided’s second goal to virtually make safety of the three points going into half time break.Mbarara City coach Viali Bainomugisha was staring down the barrel of a humiliation and elected to be cautious introducing Samuel Arinaitwe for Swalihi Babe and Bassey Methodius for Solomon Okwalinga in the 58th and 60th minutes respectively.But Joseph mandela hit the last nail in Mbarara City’s well vanished coffin with another headed goal as Fahad Bayo turned provider in a slick team move to inflict the Mbarara based side to their second defeat in a row of the season.Mbarara City Coach Viali Bainomugisha blamed the combination of fatigue and his players being alien to the artificial turf. “ We were abit unluncky to concede a very early goal but the boys were fatigued due to late travels.The playing surface was alien to most players, we didn’t get ample time for them to practice on it and we hope next time they won’t be affected by the same.”Victory took Proline’s tally to 7 points while Mbarara City drops to12 th on a 16-team log.Comments
Donegal student’s fierce design earns place in Junk Kouture final
Carndonagh student Natasha Devlin has won a Wild Card nomination for this year’s Junk Kouture young designers competition.Now in its eighth year, Ireland’s leading fashion and art competition for secondary school’s challenges students encourages young designers to create striking couture designs and impressive works of wearable art from everyday junk that would normally find its way into the bin.Bank of Ireland this week surprised five schools with Wild Card nomination for the grand finale of Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture 2018. Natasha Devlin from Carndonagh Community School in Donegal was presented with a precious Wild Card on Monday to earn her place on the grand stage.Natasha Devlin from Carndonagh Community School in Donegal was presented with a precious Wild Card. Photo Clive WassonWearing Erebus, which she created old handbags, springs from clothes pegs, and feathers to create texture and atmosphere.The Northern Regional Final on March 8th saw George Houston of Scoil Mhuire Buncrana and CCS students Deirdre Brennan, Tamika Melarkey and Natasha Kerby getting through to the final on 19th April 2018.Natasha Devlin is pictured along with from left Deirdre Brennan, Jimmy Stafford, BOI, Natasha Devlin, Michelle McBride Teacher, Stephen McLaughlin, Judge, Paul Fiorentini, Judge, Tamika Melarkey, Mary Molyneaux, BOI Manager Carndonagh and Natasha Kerby. Photo Clive WassonScoil Mhuire Buncrana student Mariusz Malon won the overall prize in 2017 with his ingenious Engimatic costume. For a full list of finalists for Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture 2018 visit https://www.facebook.com/BOIstudents Donegal student’s fierce design earns place in Junk Kouture final was last modified: March 16th, 2018 by Rachel McLaughlinShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Tags:Carndonagh Community SchoolJunk Kouture
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