Some hardened criminals may soon swap ‘Glocks’ for garden hoes to tend to begonias and dahlias.

The search for a Dutch tourist missing since last Saturday resumes today after the body of his friend was taken from the sea off the West Cork coast yesterday.

A man in his 40s remains in garda custody this morning in connection with the disappearance of a dog breeder in Cavan almost two years ago.

WE have certainly seen the mob instinct in operation this past 10 days – or, if you prefer, a stunning exhibition of group think psychosis. I don’t think there’s a single journo or fan left who hasn’t delivered his own version, in print or online, of “Fergie and United are doomed.”

A 29-YEAR-OLD office manager from Lucan, Co Dublin, mixed high street fashion with tasteful accessories to win the best dressed lady award at a sun drenched Bloom ’09, the country’s premier gardening showpiece.

WHILE it is not beyond the bounds of possibility that a computer will beat all the best human brains together at chess, there is no way it will ever come up trumps at contract bridge or solve a cryptic crossword. Put that in your pipe and smoke it, Bill Gates.

The scent of sweet smelling flowers will fill the air today as thousands of roses go on show to the public.

MAGAZINE readers in Ireland are paying 25% more for their favourite monthly read than buyers in Britain.

THERE are three great things about receiving a cow for Christmas.

BARCELONA’S victory over Arsenal in the Champions League final was tremendous for the beautiful game.

CATERING and support services provider Sodexho has presented workers Gerry Daly, Catherine Peel and Ann Farrell from Cork with long service awards.

THE HazMat suits on the gardaí were the puzzling bit. The guardians of the peace exiting a suburban bungalow clutching bags of money in their normal uniforms would have made great pictures.

Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane is hoping to have double cause for celebration on Thursday when he wins his 50th cap as also has the chance to become his country’s leading goalscorer.