Wed, 02 Aug, 2023 - 07:02

What the papers say: Wednesday's front pages

All the top stories from across the national newspapers
What the papers say: Wednesday's front pages

Tributes following the deaths of two teenagers in a fatal collision in Co Monaghan cover much of the national front pages.

The Irish Times' headline reads: 'A night of celebration became a night of suffering and heartbreak', while the Irish Examiner says the two girls will be 'cherished, forever missed'.

The Examiner also reports on the findings of the annual Barnardos Back to School survey, reporting parent 'lie away at night' over school costs.

Meanwhile, The Echo says the Enivornmental Protection Agency has welcomed plans for a new water treatment plant for Cork.

The Irish Independent, Irish Daily Mail, Irish Daily Mirror and Irish Daily all carry images of Kiea McCann (17) and Dalava Mohammed (16).

The Mail claims a 'convoy of pupils' saw the collision on the way to their debs.

In Britain, police told to hand cautions out for minor crimes, a new cancer pill and AI helping spot breast cancer are among the top stories on the front pages of Wednesday’s newspapers.

The Daily Telegraph relays a message from the British Ministry of Justice who are telling police that thieves and drug users should be handed cautions rather than jail time.

The Metro says a new cancer pill inspired by a nine-year-old destroys tumours, but not healthy cells.

The Times features a story on AI being able to spot more breast cancer cases.

The Mirror reports Anton Du Beke was stabbed by his father as a young man.

The Independent’s campaign to keep the Afghan war pilot in the UK continues.

The i leads with fears of recession as interest rates are set to rise until Christmas.

Businesses have breathed a “sigh of relief” as the plan for a post-Brexit rival to the EU’s CE product quality mark was ditched, according to the Financial Times.

The Daily Express reports on the biggest housing price fall in 14 years but warns a rise is on the way.

And the Daily Star says “NASA boffins” have lost a spacecraft worth £1 billion after they “fiddled with the aerial”.

More in this section

Four Courts Dublin DK Windows boss facing proceedings for disqualification
Cork couple sue over death of baby two days after birth at CUMH Cork couple sue over death of baby two days after birth at CUMH
Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Vatican City Burnham's electricity VAT cut could put pressure on Martin amid cost-of-living pressures
The SunIrish ExaminerIrish IndependentThe Irish TimesTimesTelegraphpressmetroDaily ExpressDaily MirrorDaily StarIThe IndependentIrish Daily MailThe Echo
New NI Secretary Bryant says his door will be open to all Stormont parties

New NI Secretary Bryant says his door will be open to all Stormont parties

READ NOW

Sponsored Content

"My master's at UL taught me that structured learning and a demanding career can coexist" "My master's at UL taught me that structured learning and a demanding career can coexist"
Three days of steam, music and heritage at the 62nd National Steam Rally Three days of steam, music and heritage at the 62nd National Steam Rally
How 50 years of innovation and investment have fuelled Bord Gáis Energy – and empowered Cork How 50 years of innovation and investment have fuelled Bord Gáis Energy – and empowered Cork

Latest

EL car logoThe Echo logo
The Echo paper

DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME FOR FREE

FREE HOME DELIVERY SERVICE

The Echo paper
SIGN UP TODAY
Contact Us Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited

Add Echolive.ie to your home screen - easy access to Cork news, views, sport and more