Irish Film & TV: Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker (My Left Foot, Home Alone 2) has died at 81 in Dublin, with tributes highlighting her landmark 1990 Oscar win and decades-long screen career. Dublin & Travel Culture: RTÉ World Cup commentator Darragh Maloney shares what it’s like being away from family while covering the tournament, including missing his son’s Leaving Cert. Wildlife & Heritage: Farmers in western Ireland have long used cows’ swimming ability to move cattle to offshore grazing islands—an old practice behind viral “cows swimming” clips. Aviation Safety Watch: Passengers on a United Airlines flight diverted to Shannon after an engine issue say they felt violent vibrations and saw reports of a large hole in the engine after landing. Family Holiday Costs: A new price check finds Portugal’s Algarve is among Europe’s cheapest spots for typical family holiday staples, with Sorrento flagged as far pricier. Travel Planning: Cruise options from Liverpool for 2027 include 21 destinations, with train access to the port taking about 35 minutes. Events in Ireland: GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival returns to Dublin (July 28–Aug 3) with screenings across Light House Cinema, the Irish Film Institute and IMMA. Road & Safety: A man was wrestled to the ground after brandishing what appeared to be a gun at Cork’s The Lough; Gardaí say no matching incident is in their system.