An Irishman has told how he prayed for three hours as he waited for his wife after two bomb blasts ripped through the Boston Marathon, killing at least three people.

As winter arrives and sales of soup increase, Cobh-based company, Just Food is finding new markets in Europe for winter minestrone, spicy lentil and Moroccan chickpea.

Donegal and Armagh claimed wins in the Nicky Rackard Cup today, while Warwickshire made their long journey to Leitrim count, with victory over the hosts at Ballinamore.

These are tough times for the Chicago Police Department.