Celtic came from behind to win at Easter Road, with Kelechi Iheanacho netting a late winner as Alistair Johnston impressed on his return but Sebastian Tounekti struggled before being hooked.

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Martin O’Neill believes a draw between William Hill Premiership title rivals Hearts and Rangers would be the best result for Celtic after they kept themselves firmly in the three-horse race with a “very edgy” 2-1 victory away to 10-man Hibernian.

Substitute Kelechi Iheanacho scored the decisive goal in the 72nd minute after the Hibees – who had Jamie McGrath sent off in the 20th minute – cancelled out Daizen Maeda’s 41st minute opener when Joe Newell notched in first-half stoppage time.

The Hoops moved level on points with the table-topping Jambos – with an inferior goal difference – and four ahead of third-placed Gers. Those two teams play their game in hand against each other at Tynecastle on Monday evening – and both still have to visit Celtic Park.

Here is how the Bhoys rated at Hibs:

VILIJAMI SINISALO

Given freedom to operate as a sweeper keeper for most of the match in Leith but was found wanting for the leveller. He misjudged his attempt before Joe Newell’s controversial effort found the back of the net. The Finland international attempted to maintain tempo with the numerical advantage and found himself unexpectedly busy as Hibs mounted late pressure. 6

ALISTAIR JOHNSTON

A game-changing presence who elevates Celtic whenever he features. His willingness to vary his positioning by drifting wide before surging into central areas proved highly effective. Johnston’s assist for the opening goal capped a tireless display down the right flank. The Canada international deservedly got his rest and his current form is encouraging ahead of the run-in. 8

AUSTON TRUSTY

When the towering American is attempting efforts from distance, you know Celtic are in control. Owen Elding worked hard but found little joy against Trusty and his defensive colleagues. A menace at attacking set pieces, he would have shared the general frustration with the inconsistent quality of delivery on an afternoon when dead-ball situations were plentiful. 6

LIAM SCALES

He slumped to the turf with relief when the whistle blew and the Irish defender gave everything physically. Scales seemed deliberately quickening his distribution and that matched the away side’s early ambitions. He was required to defend resolutely in the dying moments. 6

KIERAN TIERNEY

While he didn’t match Johnston’s impact on the opposite flank, the Scotland international produced a solid performance without any significant mistakes. Sebastian Tounekti, despite his shortcomings, seems well-suited to playing alongside the 28-year-old on the left side, given his preference for cutting infield. Although Tierney remained relatively quiet for extended periods, apart from delivering a few tidy crosses, he sparked into life during the closing stages. 7

ARNE ENGELS

The Belgian midfielder’s distribution fell below his usual standards at Easter Road. With the opposition sitting deep with 10 men behind the ball, his energy couldn’t make an impact, and he failed to provide the goalscoring threat that Martin O’Neill believes he’s capable of. His passing was often wayward and his attempts at clever through balls didn’t come off, though he did finish strongly. 6

CALLUM McGREGOR

The captain elevated his performance at Easter Road. He was both composed in possession and aggressive when winning the ball back. McGregor also showed his willingness to make forward runs and get ahead of play, a characteristic that seems to complement Alistair Johnston’s return to the first team. 7

BENJAMIN NYGREN

While the Swede’s 20-goal haul is clearly impressive, this match offered opportunities to both increase his tally and dominate proceedings. He thrives in the half spaces, yet there were numerous occasions where he hesitated rather than being decisive in crucial moments. Anthony Ralston came on to replace him late in the game. 6

YANG

While not quite the ideal complement to Johnston in the manner Nicolas Kuhn proved to be, the South Korean showed plenty of willingness to exploit space behind a tiring Hibs defence. At 23, he brings natural equilibrium when deployed on the right flank and posed problems in the opening period. However, when that extra touch of class was required, he fell short. Yang continues to be a valuable asset as the season reaches its climax. 6

DAIZEN MAEDA

An absolute bundle of energy from first whistle to last. If his finishing matched his work rate, his valuation would be through the roof. But there’s little point dwelling on weaknesses – the 28-year-old has rediscovered his form and his presence in attacking areas poses a genuine danger to Premiership opponents. He looked electric playing centrally and virtually unstoppable after switching to the left flank. 8

SEBASTIAN TOUNEKTI

The Tunisia international wasn’t flawless upon his introduction but at least demonstrated ambition. The 23-year-old now seems lacking in self-belief as he opts for the cautious option repeatedly. He was withdrawn for James Forrest after 63 minutes, though his substitution could have arrived much earlier. The player who once seemed guilty of overcomplicating matters has been diminished to a peripheral figure. Concerning for both immediate and future prospects. 5

LUKE MCCOWAN (Johnston, 64)

The former Dundee man made his presence felt and his incisive distribution pushed Hibs deeper. The former Dundee man displayed composure in the dying moments to help see out the match. 4 JAMES FORREST: (Tounekti, 64): He came on for Tounekti, prompted Yang to switch flanks and offered a reliable outlet down the right during the closing stages. 4

KELECHI IHEANCHO: (Yang, 70)

His finish was ice cool and summed-up his perfect role in this team. A specialist made for the biggest moments. They call it a closer in baseball and that’s what the Nigeria international is. Potentially a season-defining goal. 7

ANTHONY RALSTON: (Nygren, 77)

Bar a hairy backpass for Sinisalo, the Celtic utility man didn’t put a foot wrong. 4

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The sign is seen commonly at both underground and overground stations, but its purpose and role on the railway network appears to have left many travellers baffled

The purpose of a small sign that appears prominently beside London Underground and overground railway tracks has seemingly left many puzzled for years. Each one displays a series of numbers and letters alongside a slider, which prompted one person to seek answers online.

“What’s this for?” they asked in the London Underground community on Reddit alongside a snap taken of one of the signs at a Tube station. The question received responses from several knowledgeable individuals, with one explaining: “Its a Datum Plate, believe they are used for measuring height and track alignment, so it can be checked during engineering works and safety inspections.”

A second person agreed: “This is right on the money. This is the same as the ones on the National Rail network.”

While a third provided additional detail: “Trackmen use it to ensure the track is at the right level to the platform. My understanding is the track and the slider need to be set to level and everything is okay.

“If it’s way off the would be concern the train could collide with platform. My father fitted these many years ago, I remember having a kitchen full of them one upon a time.”

Then a fourth Reddit user highlighted: “Track datum plate some have red sliders, some are green sliders.

“Red is the current installed position. Green is absolute so basically the designed position.”

On YouTube, railway enthusiast Railway Mayhem suggests datum plates hold the “secret” to keeping the railways running smoothly.

“The coloured block is the key – if they have a red block, it shows where the track was when the plate was first installed, ensuring the train stays at the correct distance from the platform edge,” they explained.

“But if it is a newer green block, that indicates that the ideal track position according to new modern standards.

“Taking into account the speed limit and the slope and incline of the track, engineers use the information from the plates along with precise surveying tools to make adjustments ensuring the track is perfectly aligned for safe and smooth train travel.”

Elsewhere, the Railway Shop, which sells such plates that are no longer in use, states on its website: “Datum plates are fixed to structures (bridges, platforms and overhead line masts, etc.) that are located near the track.

“The details on the plate specify the relative position of the track from said structure, which can then be monitored for movement.”

Ryanair is closing its seven-aircraft base at Berlin Brandenburg Airport, cutting over two million seats a year

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Ryanair is poised to reduce flights from several UK airports following confirmation it will close a significant base in Germany.

The airline has revealed it will shut its seven-aircraft operating base at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) from October 24, 2026. As part of this decision, Ryanair confirmed it will slash its flight capacity to and from the German capital by 50% during its winter timetable, reports the Express.

This means routes between Berlin and UK cities including London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh are anticipated to be impacted. Ryanair presently operates direct flights from those airports to Berlin multiple times weekly, with journeys lasting approximately two hours.

While the airline has not specified which particular UK routes will be axed, it stated its Berlin passenger numbers will drop from 4.5 million to 2.2 million in 2027. The carrier added that over two million Ryanair seats annually will be lost as a consequence of the closure.

Ryanair confirmed it will maintain services to Berlin, but using aircraft stationed outside Germany. All seven Berlin-based aircraft will be relocated to lower-cost airports in other EU nations, including Sweden, Slovakia, Albania and Italy.

The airline attributed escalating airport charges and aviation taxes in Germany for the move.

Ryanair DAC CEO Eddie Wilson said: “We regret to announce this planned closure of our seven aircraft Berlin base from 24 Oct 2026, but we have no alternative following the Airport’s latest 10% fee increase to its already high airport fees.

“This comes on top of the 50% increase in Berlin’s airport fees since 2019. Despite Berlin Airport losing 30% of its pre-Covid traffic thanks to its excessive airport charges, and Germany’s stupid aviation tax regime, they have now decided to increase charges by a further 10%, which will result in the loss of more than 2m Ryanair seats p.a. and seven based aircraft.

“Ryanair will still serve Berlin but on a/c based outside Germany and our Berlin traffic will fall by 50% from 4.5m to 2.2m pax in 2027.”

He added: “German aviation is broken. The Govt. admits that it is uncompetitive, yet there is no strategy to cut aviation taxes or high airport fees – despite Ryanair warning that Germany would lose traffic, connectivity, jobs and trade.”

Mr Wilson also warned that additional reductions in Germany were “now inevitable” without significant cost reform.

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He went on to say: “Efficient operations and competitive airport fees are the foundation which enable Ryanair to deliver long-term traffic growth and increased connectivity for airports and regions.

“This is impossible at Berlin following the German Govt’s failure to abolish its harmful aviation tax and Berlin Airport’s decision to again increase its already high airport fees.”

Ryanair confirmed that pilots and cabin crew based in Berlin have been informed of the planned base closure. Consultations with staff are set to commence imminently, with those affected being offered the opportunity to apply for alternative positions within the airline’s wider European network.

Nigel was diagnosed with a brain tumour after experiencing slurred speech that led to seizures

A Co Tyrone community are rallying around a father of four who is fighting against a terminal brain tumour.

Omagh resident Nigel Humphrey, 40, has been unable to carry out everyday tasks, work, or drive since receiving the diagnosis in March 2025.

Initially, it was thought that Nigel was dealing with a low-grade tumour. But on April 14, he received the devastating news that the tumour had progressed further and was now a grade four glioblastoma which has not responded to radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

The devoted father has been told there are no further treatment options available to him, and he has now been referred to the palliative care team. His family is now raising £110,000 to fund advanced overseas treatment including debulking surgery and personalised immunotherapy, as they fight to give him more time.

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Nigel’s sister Amanda told Belfast Live: “We as a family don’t accept that this is the end fo the road and we want to do everything we can to help Nigel. He wants to fight this for his kids. We started researching and looking into different avenues including going abroad for alternative therapies.

“We have had support to help him get his body prepared for these treatments. A specialist in London has started him on new medication, supplements and a specialist diet. He is on a hydration and oxygen inhalation machine which was purchased by a friend of the family.

“We are on a very limited timeframe and we need to get him over to Turkey to start this treatment to help prolong his life. There are travel, accommodation and medical expenses so we are trying to raise as much money as possible because we as a family aren’t capable of affording it all.

“The community has been great, his friends have stepped up and come together. There have been some great prizes put up for raffles by people and we appreciate all of their efforts. All proceeds are going towards Nigel’s treatment and we really appreciate people donating.”

Amanda said Nigel loved sport and passing his passion onto his children. He previously played for Beragh Swifts and also took pride in his car, which his sister said he spent hours detailing. Nigel has also completed several projects around his house that highlighted his independence.

He is the father of 14-year-old twins Emma and Thomas. Nigel also has two other sons, Scott who is 26, and William, 22. Nigel was working full-time as a welder F and H engineering in Omagh when he was diagnosed.

Amanda added: “Nigel is too good to just give up on, he is independent and tries to do things for himself. He is struggling a bit with his speech at the moment but is determined to keep fighting. Since we set up the GoFundMe campaign he has been so positive to everyone around him.”

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A mixture of weather is forecasted by the Met Office for the week ahead

The Met Office has forecasted a mixed bag of weather for the region over the course of this week.

The “unsettled” pattern will see a dry start to the week with sunny spells predicted for early Monday before a risk of evening showers sets in around evening.

A spokesman from the Met office said Monday would be: “A dry day with good sunny spells and light winds. A few showers arriving from the northwest in the evening. The maximum temperatures will be 15C.”

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The mid-week outlook will see a mixture of sunshine and showers on Tuesday and Wednesday, with longer spells of rain possible on Thursday.

Rounding out the week, Friday and the weekend are expected to again be a mixture of weather, continuing the early week pattern anticipated.

Here’s what the Met Office’s Mark Sidaway had to say: “Bank holiday Monday will remain changeable, with lingering cloud and scattered showers across southern and central areas, but these should be lighter and fewer than over the weekend.”

“Farther north and northeast it will feel fresher and cooler, with a few scattered showers, some possibly wintry over higher ground in the far north east.

“Winds will be mostly light to moderate, though stronger at times in the far northeast, and while temperatures will be close to average for many, it will feel noticeably chillier in northern and north-eastern areas.”

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Anglian Water is set to upgrade old water pipes

A Cambridgeshire road will be closed for around two months to upgrade water pipes. Anglian Water will begin work on Gadd’s Lane in Wisbech from Tuesday, May 5, running until July.

During this time, the road will be closed. An Anglian Water spokesperson said: “We’re upgrading older water pipes on Gadd’s Lane from May 5 to reduce bursts, low pressure and interruptions, helping keep your water reliably.

“To do this work safely, Gadd’s Lane will be closed while we install the new pipe.” During the road closure, people who live along the road will still be able to access their properties.

The work will begin near Leverington Common, with access from the Barton Road end. As Anglian Water moves along, access will change to Leverington Common end.

The Anglian Water spokesperson added: “Your water will stay on as normal while we work, and if we ever need to turn it off for a short time, we’ll let you know in advance. We know we’ve been working in Wisbech recently and really appreciate your patience while we carry out this next phase of improvements.”

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