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THE office of Taoiseach Micheál Martin has been vandalised, the third such attack in weeks.
The attack took place last night at the Taoiseach’s constituency office in Turner’s Cross on the Southside of Cork City last night.
The window of the office was daubed with the words “Zionist pawn” in black paint.
Red paint was used to deface the door and walls of the building.
It comes after personal threats were previously made against the Fianna Fail leader.
A spokesperson for Mr Martin’s office told us: “I can confirm there was an act of vandalism on the constituency office last night. This is the third such attack.
“Personal threats have also previously been sent to the office, warning the Taoiseach it will be made impossible for him to navigate in public spaces.
“This is a working office with constituency staff acting on a daily basis to support the community on various issues.
“Those responsible for the criminal acts and intimidatory and abusive threats are fundamentally anti-democratic.”
The spokesperson added: “We believe the vast majority of people who are appalled by the situation in Gaza would have nothing to do with such actions.”
A poster was also pinned to the door of the office.
It claimed the Irish Government has been “complicit in the apartheid, occupation and genocide of the Palestinian people inflicted by Israel.”
Gardai are investigating this incident and others.
Technical experts were in attendance today and were collecting evidence at the site.
The office has a number of CCTV cameras and Gardai have collected footage and are examining this, hoping it will lead to an early arrest.
A FASHION fan has tried on a stunning new outfit from Dunnes Stores that’s perfect for a wedding – and it can be styled two ways.
The retailer has been bringing out a range of summer essentials, and shoppers have been racing to pick them up.
One Irish shopper gave fans three fun outfits to try on Instagram using the Savida Bella sequin skirt.
Yvonne O’Connor, who uploads under the user @stridetostyle, shared how she styled the €30 sparkly item.
Wearing a size 12 in the set, she said “It is much better than I thought it was going to be and perfect for anyone who likes their arms out.”
The fashion fan switched it up with an oversized white T-shirt and some low top trainers for a more chic day-to-day look.
And finally, Yvonne is stunning in a pink blazer and kitten heels for a “beautiful look” – for a unique outfit this wedding season.
Many of her followers rushed to the comments to compliment her style, calling her new looks “Gorgeous” and “Beautiful.”
Shop the look as the top costs just €30 with the matching skirt retailing for €35.
Sizes range from XXS and go up to XXL, so everyone can shine this summer.
Both items are available online and in stores.
Meanwhile, shoppers can get a more elegant look this wedding season.
The new Mia satin dress features a stunning back detail for just €40.
The midi dress is designed with a daring low cut front in a deep navy blue.
With the back of the dress featuring a striking cross over style, the latest arrival is also the perfect wedding guest fit.
It ranges in sizes from XXS-XXL, but fans will have to be quick as only smalls, mediums and larges are left online.
And Dunnes Stores has the perfect heel to match your new stunning looks this summer.
The Kitten Heel Slingback Shoes are a steal at just €20.
Choose from black, blue or lemon which is reduced to just €10.
Sizes range from 36 to 41 with only 37 left in the warm yellow colour.
All these wedding guest staples are available in stores and online now.
DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit.
Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland’s first ‘shopping frenzy’.
During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne’s ‘Better Value’ bargains.
Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 – starting with apples and oranges.
The retailer said: “Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town.
“Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong.
“Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas.”
The retailer’s first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960.
They added: “In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed.
“Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England.”
Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
ZACH Bryan fans have been hit with some major warnings ahead of his three Dublin shows this weekend.
The Oklahoma man, 28, is preparing to play to 180,000 people in Dublin’s Phoenix Park across Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
But before the music kicks off, Aiken Promotions have issued a list of important rules and safety advice for those attending the gigs – with fans being urged to plan ahead and follow strict entry guidelines.
They have strongly advised punters attending the shows to use public transport and have their tickets downloaded to their phones.
For early-entry ticket holders, gates open at 4.30pm while general admission begins at 5pm.
The show is due to start at 6pm and wrap up around 10.30pm.
Fans are also being reminded that the main entrance from Phoenix Park is around a 45 minute walk, so concergoers should be prepared for a long trek in and out of the venue.
The gig will be fully cashless and early queuing is not permitted, while no re-entry will be allowed once you’re inside the grounds.
There are also strict bag rules in place with only bags A4 size or smaller permitted.
Prams, umbrellas, chairs and even items like food, alcohol, bottles, flairs and flagpoles will not be allowed through the gates.
U18’s must be accompanied by an adult or guardian and children under five are not permitted to attend the gigs.
Attendees are also advised to bring photo ID.
While small 35mm cameras are allowed, any professional camera equipment or recording devices will be confiscated.
Security has also urged fans to “beware of bogus ticket sellers” and not to purchase from any unofficial sources.
If you lose an item during the show, lost property will be managed at the information point or you can contact lost@aikenpromotions.com afterwards.
Supporting acts across the weekend include US country band Turnpike Troubadours and Canadian singer-songwriter Noeline Hofmann.
Noeline Hoffman gained popularity last year after her collaboration with Bryan on her track Purple Gas and Turnpike Troubadours have just released their latest album, The Price of Admission.
Meanwhile, concerts chief Peter Aiken has claimed that Bryan’s next step will be headlining Croke Park like Garth Brooks.
He told The Irish Sun: “The last time Zach played here was to 3,000 people in The Helix.
“Now two years later, we have 180,000 coming to Phoenix Park, so Croke Park is definitely next.”
But Peter admits the rise of the country star, whose hits include Something in the Orange and I Remember Everything, has surprised many.
He told us: “A guy in the newsagents this morning asked me, ‘Who is Zach Bryan?’
“He didn’t know the name but by the weekend everybody in Ireland will know Zach Bryan.”
A LOCAL MP in Derry has pleaded with people to “stop causing havoc” after a second night of disorder yesterday.
It is understood two Catholic boys were allegedly attacked in April, with ongoing issues across Derry as a result.
These tensions erupted in violent disorder with large crowds gathering in areas across the city on Monday and Tuesday night.
The PSNI confirmed petrol bombs and masonry were thrown at officers during violence in the Nailors row area of Derry yesterday.
Missiles were also thrown as part of the unrest outside a facility for the elderly in the area.
An 18-year-old and a 13-year-old were arrested on Monday night on suspicion of riotous behaviour.
Both were later released.
Colum Eastwood MP is now pleading with young people to avoid getting sucked into violence that will “haunt” them as he slammed the recent disorder.
He also pleaded with parents to prevent their children engaging in antisocial behavior and have sit down conversations with their children about the violence seen across Northern Ireland recently.
Mr Eastwood said: “For the second night in a row young people put themselves and others in danger around Nailor’s Row.
“It’s the last thing that anyone in the city wants or needs and it needs to stop before someone is seriously hurt or worse.
“Elderly people living in nearby Alexander House were left worried and distressed about what was happening around their homes. They don’t want or deserve that.
“The last thing that any of us wants is for young people in Derry to throw away their futures for a moment of madness.
“I’m urging parents to sit down with their kids today, talk to them about this and about the violence across the North over the last week.
“Explain to them the impact that it has on our community, the danger they’re putting themselves in and the serious risk that a criminal conviction will follow and have a lasting impact on their lives.
“There is a lot of good community work going on to minimise disorder. I know there are first class outreach and engagement workers that are trying to give young people an alternative to this.
“It’s really important that we invest in those projects and provide people in the city with the tools to divert young people from this kind of future.”
Police warned people to avoid the area last night as the disorder broke out for the second night.
In a statement they said: “Police are dealing with ongoing disorder in the Nailors Row area of Derry / Londonderry this evening, Tuesday June 17.
“A number of missiles, including masonry and petrol bombs, have been thrown towards officers.
“We would ask motorists and pedestrians to avoid the area until further notice.”
The disorder in Derry comes just days after almost a week of violent protests in Ballymena in Antrim.
The unrelated disorder broke out after a peaceful protest in Ballymena last week.
2,500 people gathered after a teenage girl was allegedly the victim of a serious sexual assault last weekend.
The crowd had initially gathered to support the family of the girl but violence broke out later in the evening, with homes being smashed in and missiles thrown through the windows.
Several people were arrested and are due in court, with police requesting public help identifying further suspects.
It is reported 64 officers were injured amid the violence.
THE Princess of Wales has pulled out of Royal Ascot as she continues her cancer recovery.
It is understood the Princess of Wales “is disappointed” not to go but “has to find the right balance” on returning to full time duty.
Kate, 43, was listed by Royal Ascot as arriving in the carriage procession with Prince William.
But minutes later the palace revealed the mother-of-three, last seen at Order of the Garter, on Monday.
Prince William is still attending.
It is understood Princess is disappointed not to be there at the races.
But sources say she to find the right balance as she fully returns to public facing engagements.
The palace insist there has always been flexibility around her engagements more than a year after her cancer announcement.
She attended Trooping the Colour and Order of the Garter in recent days plus a visit to V&A East Storehouse last week.
