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Irish Independent
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming choices: An Ghig Mhór, Forgetting Sarah Marshall and The Survivors
An Ghig Mhór RTÉ One, 8pm New series in which a seasoned music scene veteran mentors an up-and-coming band or artist. First up, singer-songwriter John Spillane takes Kilkenny-based rockers The Donnys under his wing as they organise a gig in their hometown. Hell for Leather: The Story of Gaelic Football RTÉ One, 9.35pm A five-part documentary focusing on the important part that the sport plays in the nation's cultural and social history begins with Brian Fenton offering his emotional response to the game, before we get a glimpse of David Clifford's magical feet in slow motion. BETH Channel 4, 10pm Nicholas Pinnock and Abbey Lee star in a one-off sci-fi drama focusing on a couple who think all their dreams have come true when they have a longed-for baby — but the birth reveals a shocking secret. Forgetting Sarah Marshall TG4, 9.30pm Hit romantic comedy starring Jason Segel as a puppeteer who heads to Hawaii to mend a broken heart, only to find his ex-girlfriend there with her new rock star lover. Kristen Bell, Russell Brand and Mila Kunis co-star. The Survivors Netflix, streaming now We're mostly used to two types of Australian viewing: soaps and super-dry (to the point of cringe) comedy. This is different. The drama follows Kieran Elliott's life after two people drown in his hometown of Evelyn Bay, Australia. To top it off, a young girl also went missing. Returning with his family 15 years later, the simmering guilt resurfaces, especially when the body of a young woman is found on the beach… K.O. Netflix, streaming now No one does visceral city grit like the French. Bastien has lived as a recluse since accidentally killing his opponent Enzo in an MMA fight three years ago. Now, Enzo's widow tracks him down as, essentially, he owes her one. Her request? Find her missing teenage son. Tyler Perry's Straw Netflix, streaming now Between this and last month's release of She the People, Mr Tyler Perry is getting himself around. This offering, however, is far more stark than May's fare. Here, one mum's day unfurls as it goes from tricky to catastrophic. Pushed to the precipice by a world that seems indifferent to her plight (until they can livestream it), she soon gets attention when she unwittingly holds up a bank. The Orkney Assassin Prime Video, streaming now The Orkney Isles lie 130 miles north of Aberdeen. It's a peaceful place with a strong sense of community. In June 1994, however, Bangladeshi waiter Shamsuddin Mahmood was working at the lone curry house when a masked man fatally shot him. This documentary revisits one of Scotland's most extraordinary murder cases, examining racism, loyalty, and the impact of trauma decades later.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- General
- Perth Now
Principals' new powers in school crackdown
The Allan government has announced sweeping new powers for school principals across Victoria, allowing them to take further action for student behaviour outside school grounds and the first day of term 3 this year, principals across Victorian schools will have expanded powers to suspend or expel students for behaviour outside the school gates and behind a screen. Victorian principals will be granted the power to suspend or expel students for behaviour outside school or online. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia The change in powers is in line with NSW and South Australia, which have implemented such capacities for principals to suspend, exclude or expel students for behaviour that could affect student and staff safety. It is also in response to an increase in online abuse and harassment among students, particularly online, including deepfakes and AI-generated images. In February, police launched an investigation after a 'number of sexually explicit, digitally generated images of teenage girls who attend Gladstone Park Secondary College were circulated online'. The Allen government will introduce the new powers in term 3. NewsWire / Luis Enrique Ascui Credit: News Corp Australia Education Minister Ben Carroll said the change would 'send a clear message that harmful behaviour outside of school or online has consequences'. 'In Victoria, community safety comes first,' he said.'The safety of students, teachers and school staff is our top priority – we're investing in programs that foster more respectful schools and acting to protect school communities. 'This builds on our nation-leading ban on mobile phones in schools and our support of a social media ban for kids – keeping kids safe in the classroom and online.' The new powers aim to crack down on bad behaviour outside school grounds and online. NewsWire/ David Crosling Credit: News Corp Australia As part of the sweeping new powers, $4.2m will be invested to offer support for victims who experienced sexual harm and abuse from another student – either online or in person – through Sexual Assault Services Victoria. The state budget also allocated $10.4m to expand the Positive Behaviour Support program, which teaches students appropriate behaviour, develops safe learning spaces and offers support for students who require behavioural assistance.
Perth Now
13-05-2025
- General
- Perth Now
Shocking rate of kids skipping school
School attendance levels have dipped for another year, with the number of students attending classes falling below pre-Covid-19 levels. Across Australia, the attendance rate for students in primary schools and high schools was 88.3 per cent, a slight dip from the same period the year before. However, attendance levels – the percentage of students with attendance at or above 90 per cent – show a different story. School attendance levels have dipped for another year. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia According to the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), the 2024 attendance levels of students attending at least 90 per cent of their classes across government, Catholic and independent schools were 59.8 per cent – a sharp decline from the 74.9 per cent attendance levels in 2019. School attendance levels vary in each state, though attendance rates are generally higher in big cities compared with regional areas. There's also a significant gap with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students attending school compared with non-Indigenous students, though these figures have narrowed slightly by 0.7 percentage points. The pandemic played a role in these figures, but it's not entirely to blame. NewsWire / Nikki Short Credit: News Corp Australia A Department of Education spokesman said the increase in students wagging classes was concerning, and 'every day of school missed is a day of learning lost'. 'Regular school attendance is critical to successful student outcomes and engagement,' they told NewsWire. While the pandemic had a role to play in this figure, they said the 'national school attendance rates have trended downwards over the past decade'. 'The Covid-19 pandemic further exacerbated this trend,' they said, adding 'while national student attendance rates have improved from the lows of the pandemic, they are yet to return to pre-Covid levels'. 'They are not at an all time low,' they said. Students have not been attending as many classes over the last decade. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia There were several reasons for the sudden decline in attendance levels, including 'anxiety and worry', Australian Primary Principals Association president Angela Falkenberg told NewsWire. 'Schools look at each student and their family to understand the reasons for non-attendance,' she said, explaining schools will complete 'conversations' with kids and parents to explain their absences. While she said it was 'vital' for schools to work with parents and families to ensure children were in class, Ms Falkenberg admitted that this 'may not always be a reality'. 'Some (truancy) can be due to anxiety and worry which can result in poor sleep,' she said. Another reason why students may not be able to attend school comes down to issues at home, including 'family discord, poor mental health, food and housing insecurity and even transport to school'. 'Some might be due to children's friendship struggles,' they said. 'Schools can work with the child on managing conflict (or) joining in a game.' Anxiety, stress and family issues may contribute to children skipping school. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia In April 2024, the Senate Education and Employment References Committee issued an inquiry into the national trend of school refusal and related matters. Following the inquiry, the Department of Education spokesman said the education ministers 'agreed that wellbeing for learning and engagement is one of the priority areas of the agreements, and reforms include initiatives which support student engagement in learning, for example through greater student participation, attendance, inclusion and/or enhanced school-family engagement'.
Perth Now
05-05-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Jetstar launches insane sale
Jetstar is offering customers free return fares on a bunch of international and domestic flights to celebrate its 21st birthday. There are more than 95,000 free seats available on Jetstar flights, as part of a sale where customers who purchase select outbound starter fares get a ticket home at zero cost. The offer is available across more than 80 domestic and international routes, including from Melbourne to Singapore, Sydney to Vanuatu and Adelaide to Bali. The Jetstar offer is available across more than 80 domestic and international routes, including from Melbourne to Singapore, Sydney to Vanuatu and Adelaide to Bali. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia Select domestic fares from $38 can be booked with $0 return flights, while some international fares from $154 can be booked with $0 return flights The dates available vary depending on the route, but include early September 2025 to late March 2026 for domestic and late May 2025 to late March 2026 for international. The 48-hour sale kicks off at midnight on Tuesday May 6, and ends at 11.59pm AEST Thursday May 8, unless sold out prior. The deal is extended for Club Jetstar members, who have 12 hours of exclusive early access from midday AEST Tuesday. Customers who are not already a Club Jetstar member can sign up when making a booking for $65. 'Over the years, we have become famous for running a huge birthday sale – and our 21st year is no exception,' Jetstar Group CEO Stephanie Tully said. The 48-hour Jetstar sale kicks off at midnight on Tuesday May 6, and ends at 11.59pm AEST Thursday May 8, unless sold out prior. NCA NewsWire / Ian Currie Credit: News Corp Australia 'We know that Aussies love a sale almost as much as they love a holiday, so we are proud to offer these incredibly low fares to customers as we celebrate the start of our third decade. 'Around one in three Jetstar customers travel for less than $100 and we're committed to keeping fares low so our customers can spend more on their holiday.' The deal is only available from the same arrival and departure ports, and travellers must pack light as checked baggage is not included.
Perth Now
02-05-2025
- General
- Perth Now
Popular kids' item pulled from shelves at Spotlight
A popular children's hoodie has been urgently recalled from Spotlight stores over safety fears. The grey Happy Easter White Rabbit hoodie, which was available for purchase across Spotlight stores and online, has been pulled from the shelves by the ACCC as it did not have the required fire hazard label. A popular children's hoodie has been recalled from Spotlight stores over safety fears. Supplied Credit: Supplied The hoodie does not have the required fire hazard label. Supplied Credit: Supplied 'There is a risk of serious burn injuries if exposed to a heat or flame source,' the ACCC statement read. 'Consumers may not be aware of this risk.' The grey hoodies were sold in sizes 6-8 years and available to buy at Spotlight both online or in-store in Victoria, NSW, Queensland, WA, Tasmania and SA between February 8 to April 14 2025. Customers have been told to return the item to Spotlight for a refund. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia Customers have been urged to stop using the hoodie immediately and keep out of reach of children. Those who purchased the item can return it to a Spotlight store for a refund, even if there is no receipt. Anyone who is unable to return the item, or has sold it or gifted it to another person has been urged to email Spotlight for further action.
