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"Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal single vehicle road traffic incident that occurred at the Sarsfield Roundabout, Wilton, Cork City, yesterday, Wednesday 3rd December 2025," a spokesperson for the force said in a statement.

This commission was a key demand from the Green Party (Miljpartiet De Grnne, MDG) in exchange for supporting the government 's budget. "We are now beginning to write the final chapter in Norway's oil history, and paving the way for all the new adventures that will make Norway progress," MDG official Ingrid Liland said in a statement. The "Restructuring Commission" will

The circa 2% gain for the Nikkei 225 came amid claims from BoJ Governor Ueda that the government's economic stimulus plans will positively impact economic growth, although it would also have inflationary effects. As such, the BoJ stand ready to raise rates this month, with the Government seemingly willing to tolerate the move. With Japanese 30-year bonds on the rise following a strong 10-year auction, stocks in the region are pushing higher after recent jitters.

The year's most searched term goes all the way back to the very start with Storm Éowyn, the record-breaking weather event named after the heroine from JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings novels. If you found yourself unsure how to pronounce the name of the storm, you were not alone, as "How to pronounce Éowyn" ranked third in "How to" questions searched on Google this year.

Russia's government has blocked access to popular gaming platform Roblox, citing concerns over child safety, terrorism and LGBTQ+ content. The country's media regulator Roskomnadzor claimed the US game, which has an estimate user base of 85.3 million daily active players, is inundated with "calls for violent crimes, and LGBT propaganda" and "inappropriate content that can negatively impact the spiritual and moral development of children".

London could halve the cost of major new transport projects by adopting a European model of planning and financing, a City Hall report has said. Infrastructure projects in London are often more expensive than in other European cities, with the Jubilee line extension costing 10 times as much per mile compared to a similar project in Madrid. The report, entitled Mind the Funding Gap, called on the mayor and TfL to restart work on Crossrail 2, which was paused after the government stopped funding during the Covid-19 pandemic.

EURUSD continues to maintain its recovery momentum as the USD weakens after expectations that the Fed will begin its rate-cutting cycle are reinforced, while the macro environment in Europe shows signs of stabilizing but remains far from solid. The current movement reflects a recalibration of interest-rate and growth expectations between the two economies, rather than a shift clearly favouring the Euro. According to Eurostat, annual HICP inflation in the Eurozone is moving closer to the ECB's 2% target (October inflation at 2.1%).

Almost 200 adult asylum-seekers were placed in Tusla children's accommodation over the last three years before it was learned they were over 18.

Authorities in Europe and Israel have targeted companies and suspects behind fraudulent social media advertising campaigns as part of a crackdown on a massive cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering operation, which allegedly scammed thousands of victims with fake online investment schemes. Coordinated actions by law enforcement in Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, and Israel in November led to two arrests and other suspects questioned, Europol said Thursday.

The Irish former teacher will spend Christmas Day behind bars after he was jailed in November for contempt of court. Burke was sent back to jail two weeks ago for disobeying a court order not to enter Wilson's Hospital School in County Westmeath for at least three years after routine attempts to trespass on school grounds. In 2022, Burke was suspended and subsequently fired from a teaching position at the school for aggressively confronting the head teacher,

there's a good chance you searched for one of the destinations outlined in Google's latest 'Year in Travel' list. These are the destinations that saw huge spikes in 2025, indicating they're unique to this year compared to last. While many of the cities and islands listed below are well-known and much-frequented by jetsetters, these places saw a sustained traffic spike in 2025 compared to 2024 - suggesting we pined over these spots more than anywhere else.

Sweden, long considered a progressive country, is sounding the alarm. According to the British Guardian daily newspaper, the Swedish government's equality agency says that there has been an increase in "hate, threats and harassment against female politicians," forcing many women to censor themselves or retire from public life altogether out of fear. One recent prominent example is the case of the Swedish politician Anna-Karin Hatt.

A government TD has revealed how his family has been plunged into the "most immense shock and grief" following the deaths of his uncle and first cousin within days of one another.

The European Commission has presented its plan to use frozen Russian state assets to help fund Ukraine. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the proposal would create a reparations loan, drawing on cash balances from immobilized Russian assets in the EU. "We have strong safeguards in place throughout to protect member states and reduce risks as much as possible," von der Leyen told reporters in Brussels. "For example, to ensure that an illegitimate award outside the Union cannot be enforced within.

Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations worldwide, offering a unique blend of history, culture, beauty, and atmosphere that appeals to nearly every kind of traveler. History buffs can see ancient Roman ruins, while art enthusiasts can revel in Renaissance masterpieces. If nature and scenery are more your style, there are plenty of charming seaside villages and rolling Tuscan hills. Italy feels like stepping into a living museum enriched with breathtaking landscapes.

Esther Gil, an employee of the Pasajes bookstore in central Madrid, said the shop had received around 50 pre-orders for the memoirs ahead of the Spanish edition's release. "This has been one of the most awaited books to come out," she told AFP as she stood by a table where copies of the memoir called "Reconciliation" were on display. "This is the first time the king has talked about personal stuff, and everyone was really curious about what he'd say. I guess it's partly just curiosity, but also a little bit of morbid fascination, and people love that."

London's position as Europe's leading clinical research hub generates profound impacts extending far beyond laboratory walls and hospital wards. Hundreds of London trials running simultaneously create a sophisticated ecosystem connecting pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, healthcare providers, and most importantly, thousands of patients seeking access to innovative treatments whilst contributing to medical advancement. This ecosystem delivers tangible economic value whilst simultaneously addressing patient needs that conventional healthcare often cannot meet.

The demonstration outside the parliament building in the Bulgarian capital, Sofia, on Monday afternoon was so big that it was hard to squeeze through the crowd. Although most people on the streets in Sofia were young, people of all ages were in attendance: from small children perched on their parents' shoulders to pensioners. "I never thought so many people would come out," one police officer was overheard saying to another as they stood on a small street packed with protesters near the main square.

The three-night trip begins with a round at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club just outside Rome (and host of the 2023 Ryder Cup) before heading to play at the San Domenico Golf Club in Fasano overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Travelers will then head down to Tuscany to play the private course at The Club at Castiglion del Bosco before playing their final round at the Argentario Golf Club.

Another premises that had a reported break-in was Goats Gruff, which serves drive-through coffee, wood-fired sandwiches, and pizzas, located in the heart of the Strawberry Beds. "Honestly, lads, breaking into small family businesses? Absolutely pathetic," they said. "Luckily, nobody was hurt and we have the area well covered with CCTV. "There's a lot of footage so far, and I think a lot more will come forward," they added.

Gardaí have advised the public to expect disruption in Dublin city due to the protest. Delays are expected in the vicinity of Dublin Airport and Conyngham Road to Merrion Street via the Northside city centre quay. Delays are also expected from UCD to Merrion Square via the N11, and the Estuary Road, Swords and Northwood, and Santry. Motorists have been encouraged to avoid these routes where possible and allow extra time for any commute in the surrounding areas.

But just as striking is the fact that an investigation into energy-sector kickbacks at the highest levels of government and business is happening at all. This is in many ways a victory for Ukrainian democracy, and for a civil society that, since the 2014 revolution on the Maidan, has worked tirelessly to hold its government to account, even during wartime.

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