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TEN people have been injured in a horrifying ‘mystery liquid’ attack in Costco.

Customers in a Costco in Somerset were rushed to hospital after being sprayed with a painful homemade chilli spray on Monday night.

Officers were called to the wholesale store in Avonmouth just after 6.30pm after a teenage boy allegedly started to spray people with an unknown liquid.

Staff members at Costco provided first aid until the ambulance service arrived to help those affected.

Cops, fire crews and the ambulance service all rushed to the store and Avon and Somerset Police said ten people complained of stinging or itchy eyes and skin.

A teenage boy was detained by members of the public in relation to the incident.

A police spokesperson said: “Emergency services were called to Costco in Avonmouth, Bristol, just after 6.30pm on Monday 17 February.

“A teenage boy was detained by members of the public after reportedly spraying people with an unknown liquid.

“Police, fire and ambulance crews attended in a co-ordinated multi-agency response.

“Ten people – including the boy – were complaining of stinging or itchy eyes and skin. Store staff provided first aid until ambulance crews arrived.

“People responded well to treatment and were discharged by the ambulance service at the scene.

“The liquid is believed to be a type of home-made “chilli spray” with no strong acid or alkaline ingredients.

“A juvenile was arrested on suspicion of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm and administering a noxious substance, and remains in police custody.

“The incident concluded by about 8.30pm and police resources cleared the scene by 9pm.

“If you saw what happened, or have any footage or information which could help the investigation, please call 101 and give the reference 5225042707.”

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Multiple people were injured in a horrifying ‘mystery liquid’ attack[/caption]

THE home GAA club of All-Ireland winner Tony Kelly has said it is “more than disappointed” after vandals “deliberately burnt holes” in its astro-turf pitch.

Ballyea GAA Club released images of the damage to its website, alongside a statement pleading for information.

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Ballyea GAA shared photos of the damage that had been caused[/caption]

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It read: “It is more than disappointing to find that somebody has deliberately burnt holes in our Astro Turf.

“This is clear vandalism and the culprits must be found.

“Whoever has done this needs to come forward ASAP or else the Gardaí will be informed.  

“If anyone has any information, please let the undersigned know. 

“Can parents please ask their children who have been at the club over the last couple of days if they have any information on this incident and let us know?

“The matches have been recovered and will be evidence for the Gardaí.”

Alongside the statement, Ballyea GAA released photos of the damage, showing scorch marks on the surface.

The club also published pics of matches that were left behind and are believed to have been used to vandalise the pitch.

The club helped produce the likes of Tony Kelly, who orchestrated Clare’s sensational win over Cork in last year’s All-Ireland hurling final.

The role played by Ballyea was on the mind of the five-time All Star in the lead-up to the showdown against the Rebels.

And Kelly himself admitted his primary goal for the game was to repay the faith and dedication shown by his club coaches.

He said: “I’m not too caught up with legacy.

“It would be more worthwhile for the work, the work maybe your family has done is worthwhile.

“Your family are I suppose first and foremost in terms of who you’re representing; when you go onto the field you want to do your utmost for them, your utmost for the county.

“Your partner at home hasn’t been able to travel for 12 years. They’ve put their lives… do you get me?

“It’s more worthwhile in terms of, ok, ‘the club put this amount of work into yourself and Paul Flanagan, it was worthwhile doing.’

“I would say that’s more worthwhile than legacy or validation or anything like that.

“In terms of validation from a personal point of view, obviously you want to win, you want to win All-Irelands and rack up as much as you can, but I don’t think validation is quite the right word.

“It would be more ‘worthwhile’, if you get me.

“The work and years you put into it, it’s been worthwhile because I think that team from 2013, it has passed.”

A RARE opportunity to live and work on a tiny Scottish island with just 170 people is up for grabs.

The job is on the Isle of Lismore, which is located in the Inner Hebrides, near Oban.

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A job opportunity to work and live in Lismore is up for grabs[/caption]

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Locals can get daily ferry services to and from Oban[/caption]

The local primary school is currently on the look out for a new head teacher.

Lismore Primary School is described as “small and friendly”, and is “embedded in the life of the community”.

Its website adds: “It is a family school, where children, families, staff and friends can feel at home.

“The school is a happy, bright and welcoming place where achievements and learning are celebrated by everyone.

“There is a relaxed atmosphere of mutual respect, consideration and security.”

There are a total of nine pupils in the primary classroom, and three children in the Early Learning Centre.

Argyll and Bute Council have advertised the “exciting” opportunity to become head teacher, with a salary of £64,000.

The right candidate will become “an integral part of an island community”.

Closing date for the application is Friday, February 21.

You can find more information about the job here.

The population of the island is around 170.

The island, dubbed the Great Garden, has a medieval Parish Church, a public hall, and the award-winning Gaelic Heritage Centre and Museum.

There is also a well stocked island shop and Post Office, as well as a popular cafe in the Heritage Centre.

Lismore Primary School pupils usually continue their education at Oban High School.

There are several daily ferry services to and from Oban which takes around an hour.

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The Isle of Lismore has a population of around 170 people[/caption]

A WEATHER expert has pinpointed when we can expect sunshine to return after “unsettled” weather with heavy rain and strong gusts.

It comes after Met Eireann revealed that the Dublin Airport weather monitoring station recorded zero hours of sunshine in the last week.

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Strong winds will batter the country this week[/caption]

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Heavy downpours will be widespread[/caption]

The station has also recorded 32 per cent more rain than normal.

A Status Yellow rainfall warning issued for Cork, Kerry, Waterford on Sunday lifted at 6am this morning.

However, those high rainfall levels will continue into the rest of the week as Met Eireann promise “unsettled conditions”.

Met Eireann’s Andrew Doran-Sherlock said: “Our weather is going to be unsettled through the rest of this week, with frequent wet and breezy spells. It will be mild for the time of year.

“So for today. while it’s been a damp and misty start with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle.

“That will clear northwards towards the morning and early afternoon and it will become largely dry with some hazy sunny spells developing.

“Still breezy though with moderate to fresh and gusty southeast winds, strong at times near coasts.

“Highs of 6C to 12C, coolest for the north and mildest for the west and southwest.”

And after a dry start tonight rain will move into the southeast early on and track north.

By morning that rain will clear from the southwest leaving some clear spells there.

Temperatures will drop to between 3C and 8C overnight, coldest in Ulster.

Wednesday then will start dry with some early sunny spells, however rain will return from midday.

Those noon spells in the southwest will spread across the country and Met Eireann have warned downpours may be “heavy” in parts.

And highs will sit at between 9C to 13C, with gusty winds accompanying.

Overnight on Wednesday things will take an even windier turn along with outbreaks of rain, although temperatures will stay above 7C.

Met Eireann warn: “Showery outbreaks of rain at first, clearing northeastwards early in the night as it becomes largely dry for a time.

“However, further showery outbreaks of rain will move in from the southwest later, extending across the country by morning as southerly winds increase fresh to strong and gusty by morning, reaching near gale force near southern and western coasts.”

‘STRONG AND GUSTY’

More showers on Thursday with “heavy” downpours a possibility.

This rain may be paired with thunderstorms at times and spot flooding is a risk.

Come evening it will start to ease with clouds forming in 10C to 14C temperatures.

And weather expert Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather warned: “Plenty of wind coming Thursday and Friday with strongest winds Sunday.

“Also spells of heavy rain Thursday, Friday and Sunday mornings.”

And more of that “heavy” rain is set to fall on Thursday night with “localised flooding possible, especially for southern areas.”

Another windy night with “strong and gusty” winds but temperatures again staying above 7C.

‘LOOKING FOR SUNSHINE?’

On Friday it will be another mixed day starting wet and cloudy before showers ease to a sunny afternoon, leaving downpours isolated to Atlantic areas.

Afternoon temperatures could reach 13C but isolated thunderstorms are a possibility once again.

After the wet week there is set to be a change in the forecast over the weekend with sunshine returning.

Weather expert Alan O’Reilly took to social media to highlight the exact day we can expect some rays.

He said: “Looking for sunshine? Saturday looks to be the day.”

And Met Eireann added: “A day of sunny spells and scattered showers, mainly for Atlantic areas at first but extending eastwards through the morning and afternoon. Cloud will build from the southwest later.”

But “heavy” rain and “near gale force” winds look set to return in early forecasts for Sunday.

DENISE Welch has revealed she was rushed to hospital in “the worst pain ever” – but spent 24 hours waiting for a bed.

The Loose Women star, 66, shared the update with her fans on social media and opened up about the dramatic experience.

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In a now-deleted post, she said: “2 weeks ago I was in the worst pain ever.

“We waited 90 minutes for an ambulance and then I spent 24 hours in A&E waiting for a bed on the surgical ward.”

Fans were quick to send Denise well wishes and, while she didn’t expand on the reason for her hospital stay, she said: “I’m much better thank you x.”

RANGERS have faced major issues this season with a struggle to keep first team centre backs fit.

The experienced John Souttar and Leon Balogun have faced time out while Clinton Nsiala took months to break into the fold.

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Ben Davies in action for Rangers prior to his move in August[/caption]

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But one central defender who was shipped from Ibrox on loan has opened up on the uncertainty of his future with the club.

Ben Davies was a regular fixture for the Glasgow team when he joined in 2022/23, but last year he struggled with fitness and missed out on more than 40 games.

He started the season with his parent club, but was soon sent over the border to Birmingham City on loan where he seems to be enjoying his time, becoming a key player for Chris Davies’ side.

The Blues sit nine points clear at the top of English third tier with a game in hand and boast the best defensive record in the league – conceding just 19 in 29 games.

Davies, whose contract at Rangers has another year left to run, has featured 28 times in all competitions, helping his side to 15 clean sheets and earning himself calls from Blues fans to be secured permanently.

On the love he’s getting from the supporters, he said: “I don’t go on social media, or not looking for myself at least, so I haven’t noticed but if that’s the case it’s really flattering and brilliant to have their support.

“I came here looking to play as many games as possible and when I first came I realised the strength-in-depth that the squad had and the quality that they had all over the pitch, especially at the back so it took a bit of time and I’ve been patient.

“I’ve done a good run of games now so it feels good.”

Though he remained tight-lipped on what the future holds given he does not seem to be part of the plan for Philippe Clement‘s team: “I haven’t thought about it yet, I just wanted to do a year’s loan and try to get going again, it was a bit stop-start at Rangers.

“I’m happy with the way it’s going but I haven’t thought past now.”

The defender’s loan agreement does not include an option or obligation to buy, so what will happen when the season comes to a close remains to be seen.

Birmingham have lost just two league games this season and look favourites for promotion to the English Championship.

Davies is one of two Gers stars on loan at the club, with Kieran Dowell also joining in January.

Ex-Light Blues star Scott Wright also moved to Birmingham permanently last summer.

Meanwhile, Davies’ former Rangers teammate Ryan Kent could finally be close to finding a new club.

The winger’s contract with Fenerbahce was terminated back in October and he’s remained a free agent since.

Kent was reportedly offered the chance to move to Iran but he still hasn’t joined a new club.

According to fresh reports out of Turkey, two Spanish clubs are interested in signing him now.

Those reports claim that both Real Sociedad and Villarreal are considering a swoop to sign the former Ibrox man.

Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page

THOUSANDS of Scots drivers face a 200-mile detour and a four-hour journey due to a major road closure.

Bear Scotland is carrying out essential carriageway resurfacing at Inchree, north of Onich, on the A82.

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Bear Scotland is carrying out essential carriageway resurfacing at Inchree[/caption]

Works are to get underway on Sunday, March 9 and will run until Tuesday, March 18 between the hours of 7pm and 6am.

Motorists have been informed there is “no alternative route” and those who miss amnesties could be forced on a four-hour – or 200 mile detour, reports The Press and Journal.

Bear Scotland said there is “no option” other than to close the road due to “narrow roads”.

A detour would take motorists to Fort William, to Spean Bridge and over to the A9 to Laggan, down to Perth back over the A85 through Crief to Tydrum and then back onto the A82 through Glencoe.

A Bear Scotland spokesperson said: “Unfortunately, an alternative route is not available.

“We understand that works of this nature will be disruptive and have planned the works consecutively to reduce the impact of the works.

“Bear Scotland and Transport Scotland wish to thank the local communities in advance for their patience during these essential works.

“Should you require further information, or wish to discuss these proposals, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at NWConsultation@bearscotland.co.uk.“

Elsewhere, we told how a busy bridge in Edinburgh is to shut for six weeks sparking traffic chaos.

Edinburgh‘s busy North Bridge is closed to all northbound traffic.

Only southbound traffic – travelling from Princes Street to South Bridge – will be permitted to use the stretch of road.

The bridge is undergoing improvement works to allow the southbound approach to the bridge to be resurfaced.

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SHOWING off her post-baby figure, Charlotte Crosby has wowed fans by rocking a skintight black bodysuit.

Just 16 days after welcoming her second child via c-section, doting mum Charlotte, 34, has shown off her figure saying “I don’t know how I look this good”.

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Pixi is Charlotte’s second child[/caption]

The former MTV star confirmed the arrival of her daughter, baby Pixi, on social media on February 3, and now she has shown off her postpartum body.

Sharing a short video of herself posing up a storm in front of a full-length mirror in a skintight black bodysuit on Snapchat, Charlotte said: “How?????” before writing a more lengthy caption.

Writing over the tip of the clip, she penned: “I’m slightly confused at how I look and feel this good about my body 16 days after Pixi, but I’m here for it.

“I’m still in pain but I’m bloody here for it,” she said alongside a string of laughing face emojis.

She added: “I have improved my diet hugely and upped my protein!

“But honestly, it took me a year to feel semi ok after Alba!

“The body is crazy isn’t it!”

When Charlotte announced the news of her newborn baby’s birth at the start of the month she took to Instagram to post a photo of her partner Jake Ankers cradling the tot and their daughter Alba, two.

After Charlotte confirmed she had welcomed her daughter into the world via her newsletter, she also shared the sweet moniker they’d chosen, revealing that the tot’s name is Pixi Cecilia.

HOSPITAL DASH

But just days after welcoming the newborn, the reality star provided a worrying update, telling her fans that Pixi was rushed to the hospital after a worrying discovery.

“Our Pixi girl has had a hell of a morning bless her soul,” Charlotte revealed on her Instagram stories on February 7.

“I noticed a little lump on Pixi’s chin a couple of days ago! And wanted to flag it with our doctors before we left,” she added.

She then revealed: “After some bloods and an ultrasound and a lot of tears watching my brave little girl having to go through all of this at only 7 days old, we’ve got some good news that it’s hopefully nothing to worry about and we just need to keep an eye on it.”

Pixi’s arrival came after Charlotte and Jake were left terrified just after the star’s £1million home was burgled – while they were upstairs.

SCARY ORDEAL

Jake, 33, revealed on social media that a gang of masked robbers armed with machetes stormed inside their stunning mansion.

The Sun later told how the pair had taken extra measures to make sure that they are free from danger.

Just weeks after that ordeal, the TV personality was rushed to hospital shortly afterwards where it was revealed she had a urine infection.

Scared Jake shared at the time:  “We are not having a good week!!!

“Now Charlotte has been rushed in to hospital as she is having serious pains in her stomach, they are running all the necessary checks to make sure Charlotte and baby are ok.”

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The couple are smitten with their little family[/caption]

THE legendary Japanese car firm facing collapse has revealed its talks for a “mega-merger” with its rival.

Popular amongst Brits since the sixties, the brand has been the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer for decades.

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Makoto Uchida (left) and Toshihiro Mibe appear to have been in discussion for some time over a potential merger[/caption]

Honda could be re-entering talks with Nissan to create the world’s fourth-biggest car producer but there’s a catch.

According to those close to the chief executive of Nissan, it may require Makoto Uchida to step down before progress can be made between the companies.

Despite the 58-year-old being an advocate for the relationship, his Honda counterpart has reportedly been frustrated by Nissan’s money problems and lack of speed.

It is thought Uchida plans to stay on until 2026 but recent pressure from board members could lead to an earlier exit.

A source told the Financial Times how Honda could be prepared to re-enter discussions of a future with Nissan if the talks were with a different boss.

Nissan remains an attractive business partner due to its capital ties with Mitsubishi Motors and foothold in south-east Asia.

Toshihiro Mibe original opened up about the break-down, describing “regret”.

Although a spokesperson for Honda has revealed business discussions have not been fully ruled out.

The two Japanese car giants have both been framed for their reliability and quality.

Merger talks were originally thought to have been cancelled earlier this month after one senior Nissan official strongly objected to the “rude things” his company had been told.

Nissan has been struggling with sales in recent years, brought about by poor management decisions and a failure to adapt to the growing electric vehicle (EV) market.

Worries have been further exacerbated by the Zero-Emission Vehicle, or ZEV, mandate, requiring 28 per cent of car sales to be electric in 2025 — or face fines of £15,000 for every car they fall short on.

A merger with Honda could cut costs for both companies, but there has been two key reasons behind the collapse in talks.

Firstly, discomfort came from Honda’s demand that Nissan would become its subsidiary, something the latter felt went against previous agreements, reports The Japan News.

Secondly, Honda also told Nissan to restructure its business and abandon its original hybrid vehicle (HV) system, e-Power, in order to adopt Honda’s HV system.

Nissan was previously a top contender for its EV production but recently has struggled to keep up with Toyota and Honda.

The company published its financial outlook for the year ending in March and a net loss of hundreds of millions of pounds has been predicted.

Industry insiders have revealed that Nissan is now open to mergers with other automotive or technology firms.

One of the potential companies is Foxconn, also known as Hon Hai Technology Group.

This follows the 9,000 job losses that were witnessed at Nissan.

Without much-needed support, a Nissan official has claimed that the firm only has “12 to 14 months to survive”.

The brand also runs the UK’s largest car factory in Sunderland but pressure from the Government’s EV sales targets has played a part in Nissan’s woes.

It was previously reported that Uchida spoke to the Prime Minister to raise his concerns about the impact of government rules on the business.

He was also thought to have warned ministers, including Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, that current rules could pose a direct risk to the Sunderland plans.

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