NEED TO CATCH up? The Journal brings you a round-up of today’s news.

IRELAND

A large protest against the use of Shannon Airport by the US military took place in Clare today The Journal The Journal

• All Irish troops are unharmed in Lebanon, the Defence Forces confirmed, but the Taoiseach said he is “extraordinarily concerned” amid growing unrest.
• Two people were arrested at a protest in Co Clare against the use of Shannon Airport by the US military.
• A Roman Catholic diocese in the south-east has been strongly criticised amid heightened concern it’s been “mainstreaming conspiracy theories” in the region.
• How far along are the main parties in picking election candidates? Here’s what you need to know.
• Local authorities reported a sharp increase in recorded attacks on people by dogs last year with a total of 442 people reporting being physically injured.
• The draws have been made for the 2025 provincial GAA championships, with an Ulster preliminary round clash between Donegal and Derry the standout tie.

WORLD

Then-SNP leader Alex Salmond launching his party's manifesto in Edinburgh in 1997 Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo

#SCOTLAND Tributes were paid to Alex Salmond, former First Minister of Scotland, who died aged 69.

#FLORIDA At least 16 people are dead in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton, as rescuers begin to pick through the debris and damage scattered across the Sunshine State.

#WHITE HOUSE The campaign team of US Vice President President Kamala Harris said she plans to release a report on her medical history to show “she possesses the physical and mental resiliency” needed to serve as the next American leader.

PARTING SHOT

Rafael Nadal announced his retirement from professional tennis on Thursday.

Since then, people have been revisiting the highlights of a remarkable career which saw the Spaniard win 22 grand slam titles including 14 French Opens.

With this in mind, please enjoy this compilation of some of his greatest moments.

Vamos Rafa!