Oct 15, 2026, 03:30 PM UTC

Gardaí have initiated a murder investigation following a fatal arson attack on a home in Waterford City. The early Tuesday morning fire resulted in the deaths of Philip and Kim English alongside two of their children, aged nine and 12. Two other children sustained severe injuries and remain in critical condition.

Irish police have arrested a man in his 20s and a woman in her 30s in connection with the incident. Investigators are currently examining potential links between the fatal attack and organized drug gangs.

Sources: STV News, BBC Northern Ireland, The Journal.

Although inflation has eased from its pandemic peaks, ongoing economic pressures continue to impact consumer affordability. A combination of trade tariffs, rising energy expenses, and increased demand driven by artificial intelligence technology is maintaining elevated price levels. While a limited number of spending categories have seen price reductions, broader financial relief remains scarce for consumers. In response to these persistent dynamics, economic discussions have revisited the Federal Reserve's long-term strategy. However, altering the central bank's established two percent inflation target carries significant credibility risks for policymakers attempting to stabilize expectations.

Sources: Bloomberg

Belfast Harbour is set to serve as a real-world testing site for zero-emission transport and energy infrastructure, supported by a £15 million grant. The funding comes from the UK Research and Innovation's Local Innovation Partnerships Fund.

Led by maritime design firm Artemis Technologies, the project will focus on integrating electric vessels, high-capacity marine charging stations, autonomous transport solutions, and advanced energy networks. The system will rely on secure digital twin technology to connect and simulate these components within an active operational environment.

The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of clean technology across maritime and industrial transport sectors by demonstrating its viability in a functioning port.

Sources: BBC Northern Ireland

US President Donald Trump has cancelled plans to broadcast the execution of Nidal Hasan live online. Hasan, a former US Army psychiatrist, was sentenced to death for the 2009 mass shooting at the Fort Hood military base in Texas.

Trump had previously voiced support for livestreaming Hasan's execution by firing squad. However, the proposal faced widespread criticism regarding the implications of broadcasting capital punishment publicly. Vice President JD Vance had also cast doubt on whether the broadcast would occur, stating he would not watch it. The decision represents a reversal of the administration's previous position.

Sources: BBC News

US producer prices increased in September at their fastest monthly pace since early 2022, propelled primarily by sharp gains in energy costs. According to figures released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the producer price index climbed 1.3% from the previous month and registered a 6.3% rise compared to the same period last year.

The upward momentum was largely driven by wholesale energy prices, which surged 10.8% during the month due to higher oil and gas costs. The report highlights lingering inflationary pressures upstream in the supply chain as volatile fuel markets continue to influence broader economic indicators.

Sources: Bloomberg