A TERRIFIC effort from Carlow schoolchildren has reaped the benefit for children in Nairobi and closer to home.

The baby François' langur was born on February 1st—St Brigid’s Day—to mother Mei, and father Shinobi, who are both nine years old.

This year, February 3rd will be a public holiday to celebrate St Brigid and the traditional festival of Imbolc.

Met Éireann has said February is considered to be one of the three winter months for "climatological and meteorological purposes".

The Brigid 2025 - Spirit of Kildare Festival is an inclusive celebration that invites locals and visitors alike to engage with Kildare’s rich heritage.

University Hospital Limerick is the most overcrowded hospital