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#immigration
fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

Information security
fromIndependent
12 hours ago

More than 200 fake websites targeted Irish residents with scams last year

Financial scams targeting Irish residents increased 52% in one year, often impersonating Revenue, An Post, and Irish banks to steal money.
fromIrish Independent
13 hours ago

Dramatic fall in number of breath tests despite a million more drivers on road

Incredibly, the annual number of breath tests carried out in the last 15 years has plummeted as the number of drivers has skyrocketed.
Public health
Berlin food
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Batches of Lidl chicken fillets recalled by FSAI over salmonella presence

Two Lidl chicken breast product batches were recalled due to being past use-by dates; customers should not eat them and may freeze them instead.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Ambulances hit by 24-hour strike as services 'at breaking point', Dail told

The 2,000 HSE ambulance service workers will begin a 24-hour work stoppage over pay from 8am on Tuesday. While Dublin will still have Dublin Fire Brigade ambulances to rely on, many other counties - where long journeys are sometimes required to get a patient to the nearest hospital - will be more vulnerable.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'Publicans have said they've never seen anything like this' - rising costs leave rural pubs facing 'existential threat' as energy crisis hits

Many rural pubs are facing an "existential threat" from mounting bills as a growing number are forced to close their doors, it has been claimed.
London politics
NYC parents
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'I genuinely don't understand how people can spend over a grand on the day' - meet the parents resisting the urge to splurge on communion costs

Communion parties in Ireland often cost €1,000 to €2,700, but some families avoid expensive spending and one-upmanship.
Real estate
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Homeowners rush to fix their mortgage rate ahead of expected spate of rises

Homeowners are switching mortgage deals to lock in new fixed rates amid expectations of rising mortgage costs.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Gardai issue appeal for missing girl (15) believed to have boarded flight to Paris

Gardaí now believe that Emily boarded a flight which arrived at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris on Saturday morning, with a missing person poster circulated in France giving this as her last known location. She is last known to have been walking to a bus depot at the airport.
Paris food
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Wastewater testing in five Irish locations to provide HSE with real-time data on drug trends

Tests for traces of illicit drugs in wastewater in five cities and towns this summer will give the HSE a real-time picture of spikes in usage.
London politics
#glp-1
Medicine
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a major barrier for many.
Medicine
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a barrier for 55% of people.
Medicine
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a major barrier for many.
Medicine
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a barrier for 55% of people.
Women
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Woman found dead with newborn baby believed to have suffered complications during birth

A woman and her newborn baby were found dead in a bathroom at their home, and catastrophic birth complications are believed to be involved.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

The Indo Daily: 'All Ana wanted was a friend' - Eight years on from the disturbing killing of Ana Kriegel

Ana Kriegel was lured from her Dublin home, violently assaulted and murdered, and her death sparked lasting public shock and anger in Ireland.
Berlin food
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Where Michelin chefs go to eat burgers in Ireland: 'I don't like when they have too many toppings - I don't think many people do'

Michelin-star chefs across Ireland share where they eat off-duty, and the piece centers on ideas for the perfect burger and beef choices.
Media industry
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Declan Lynch: The Dawn Chorus is lovely, but when exactly did all-nighters go from Leeson Street to Lyric FM?

Birdsong on radio can be calming and beneficial for mental health.
#divorce
fromIndependent
6 days ago
Relationships

The Divorce Diaries: 'He cheated when I was pregnant - I found messages and pictures from her on his spare phone'

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Relationships

The Divorce Diaries: 'I was terrified he'd kill me, but I stayed because I wanted to have a baby'

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Relationships

The Divorce Diaries: 'We had a lovely house, two holidays a year and plenty of money, but I was a doormat'

Relationships
fromIndependent
6 days ago

The Divorce Diaries: 'He cheated when I was pregnant - I found messages and pictures from her on his spare phone'

Divorce stories from Ireland reveal common challenges and regrets
Relationships
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

The Divorce Diaries: 'I was terrified he'd kill me, but I stayed because I wanted to have a baby'

A woman in her mid-50s shares her experience of marriage, domestic violence, and the pressure to have children.
Relationships
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

The Divorce Diaries: 'We had a lovely house, two holidays a year and plenty of money, but I was a doormat'

A man reflects on his marriage, noting a lack of strong connection and friction in their physical relationship.
Law
fromIndependent
1 week ago

SNA who fell and broke wrist was 'author of her own misfortune' and must pay school's 30,000 legal costs

A court dismissed a personal injury claim by a special needs assistant who fell while following a teacher's directive.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Irish regulators are investigating whether Meta is using 'dark patterns' to steer people away from non-algorithmic feeds - Engadget

Meta is under investigation for potentially violating the Digital Services Act by not providing accessible alternatives to targeted feeds.
European startups
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Coinbase to cut 14pc of staff as AI-induced layoffs deepen in Irish-based tech giants

Coinbase is reducing its workforce by 14% due to AI advancements and a down market, impacting around 21 jobs in Ireland.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Brianna Parkins: The thing I like most about Ireland is that it preserves its heritage, but the new plan for Stephen's Green Shopping Centre is the latest symptom of beige-ification

Ireland retains a unique sense of community and soul that contrasts with more modern places.
#sexual-assault
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Medicine

Man jailed for sexually assaulting three women in Louth hospital

Mihai Csiki pleaded guilty to sexual assault on two patients and a staff member at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in March 2022.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Law

Security guard pleads guilty to sexually assaulting cleaner at multinational's Dublin office

A security guard pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a cleaner and is awaiting sentencing after a probation report.
Law
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Security guard pleads guilty to sexually assaulting cleaner at multinational's Dublin office

A security guard pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a cleaner and is awaiting sentencing after a probation report.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'There's a bit of a buzz about being older': Liz McManus on ageing, life after politics and why she thinks Trump is a monster

Ireland is a favorable place for aging, according to Liz McManus.
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Emerald Isle in all its glory! Ireland is cloud-free in rare image

Ireland's stunning satellite image reveals bright green vegetation and clear waters, showcasing its lush landscape and environmental conditions.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Tanya Sweeney: In my next life, I want to come back as a dad so someone else can handle the invisible household load

The centre is well-known in Ireland's creative community, and is designed for people to take time out of their daily routines and have enough space - both physical and psychological - to work on new projects.
Renovation
#weather
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Met Eireann issues Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for three counties

Counties Leitrim, Donegal, and Sligo are under a thunderstorm warning until 6pm Saturday, with potential for lightning, power outages, and flooding.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Met Eireann issues Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for three counties

Counties Leitrim, Donegal, and Sligo are under a thunderstorm warning until 6pm Saturday, with potential for lightning, power outages, and flooding.
US Elections
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Poll latest: Backing for Jim O'Callaghan to become next Fianna Fail leader plummets by 22 points, but he is still favourite

Jim O'Callaghan remains the front-runner to succeed Micheál Martin as leader of Fianna Fáil despite a significant drop in support.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Brad Pitt spotted by fans as Hollywood star films on location at Cork Airport

One For All is based on the 1994 novel The Riders by Australian author Tim Winton. It tells the story of Fred Scully, who will be played by Pitt, who plans to move from Australia to Ireland with his family.
Film
Renovation
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Mark Keenan: 'Racetrack rezoning' is back with a bang as the Land Development Agency continues to play with its low-hanging fruit

Ireland faces a 30-year intergenerational housing crisis exacerbated by land management and rezoning practices.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Taoiseach condemns Israel for swoop on Gaza flotilla in international waters as all seven Irish citizens now freed

Seven Irish citizens detained by Israeli authorities during a Gaza-bound flotilla have been released in Crete, prompting condemnation of Israel's actions.
London startup
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Panda Waste to add 'surcharge' on bin collections as fall out from Middle East conflict continues

Panda Waste introduces a temporary fuel surcharge of €12 annually due to rising fuel costs affecting operations.
Law
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Legal watchdog seeks to stop 'out of depth' barrister practising in Ireland due to lack of insurance cover

A barrister is facing prohibition from practicing in Ireland due to lack of required professional indemnity insurance.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Stay on 530m TikTok fine and data transfer decision upheld by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court allows TikTok to operate in Ireland amid ongoing privacy law investigations by the Data Protection Commission.
English Premier League
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Sean O'Connor: Who are the fringe players in the Murcia mix as post-Prague life looms for Heimir Hallgrimsson's Ireland?

Ireland's squad for training camp in Spain will be named next week, focusing on fringe and younger players for Euro 2028.
#electricity-prices
Europe news
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Australian states are providing free electricity through renewables - why can't we?

Irish consumers experience some of the highest electricity prices in Europe, necessitating innovative solutions from the Government and energy suppliers.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Irish energy prices highest in EU and consumers face more rises in years ahead - ESRI warns

Annual household electricity bills in Ireland may rise by up to €106 in the next four years due to higher network tariffs.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Autism organisation under review said HSE was aware public funds from Ireland were transferred to wider UK operation

The HSE did not approve, nor was it notified in advance or retrospectively, of any transfer of HSE-funded monies or assets by Autism Initiatives Ireland to UK-based or other external entities.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Adrian Weckler: As tech job numbers wobble, what's the outlook for the biggest Irish employers?

Meta's recent job cuts have significantly affected the tech employment landscape in Ireland, contributing to a broader trend of layoffs across the sector.
London startup
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Mystery Palestinian flag continues to fly high over Dublin as removal deemed too risky

A Palestinian flag has been stuck atop Dublin's Spire for seven months, with removal efforts deemed too dangerous or futile.
#technophobia
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Gambling firms reaching young Irish men on social media at over double the rate of women, new study shows

Young men in Ireland are disproportionately targeted by gambling advertisements on social media, with significant exposure among 25 to 34-year-olds.
London politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Messages reveal Sean McGovern's plan to have 'easy target' Noel 'Duck Egg' Kirwan killed to restore hitman's 'confidence'

Kinahan cartel leadership casually discussed murder tactics, including targeting innocents, during their feud with the Hutch gang.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

We Asked 6 Travel Pros Where They'd Send First-time International Travelers-and They All Picked the Same Place

Ireland is recommended as the ideal first international travel destination for U.S. travelers due to its accessibility and welcoming culture.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ireland revenge mission falls flat amid flurry of squandered chances but England march on | Sarah Rendell

Ireland faced France in a tense match but missed key scoring opportunities, resulting in a continued losing streak against them.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: Did Leo Varadkar have a point in the urban v rural Ireland debate?

The former taoiseach initially claimed that rural Ireland is subsidised by the urban economy but later admitted he overstated his case, acknowledging the complexity of the issue.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

What should Simon Harris's new investment scheme look like - and who should it target?

Experts emphasize that by cherrypicking the best aspects of savings and investment schemes abroad, Ireland can learn what works best in its own financial context.
Retirement
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

France v Ireland, Women's Six Nations: Can Girls In Green get revenge for World Cup defeat?

Ireland's women's rugby team is aiming to make history by defeating France on their home soil for the first time in the women's Six Nations.
France news
Europe politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Who really pays for Ireland? What the facts tell us about Leo Varadkar's rural-urban divide

Leo Varadkar emphasizes unity between rural and urban Ireland, rejecting divisive narratives and highlighting the pandemic's impact on appreciation for rural areas.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

RTE sent 41 staff and contractors over to Czechia to cover World Cup play-off semi-final

RTÉ sent 12 people in on-air roles, including presenters, panellists, commentators and co-commentators for video and audio coverage. Some of the on-air personalities who travelled to Czechia included RTÉ Radio 1's Liveline presenter Kieran Cuddihy, 2FM Drive with Demi & Mikey presenters Demi Isaac and Mikey O'Reilly and Inside Sport presenter Marie Crowe.
Europe news
San Jose Sharks
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Are we waiting for this species to go extinct?' Inside the fight to save rare angel sharks off west coast of Ireland

The critically endangered angel shark faces threats from fishing in Ireland's marine park.
#homelessness
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

5,571 children in emergency accommodation as homelessness reaches new record high

Homelessness in Ireland has reached record levels, with 17,517 people in emergency accommodation as of late March.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Homelessness reaches new record high with 17,517 in emergency accommodation including 5,571 children

The number of people in emergency accommodation in Ireland rose to 17,517, with record levels of both adult and child homelessness.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Donal O'Donovan: Backlash against Leo Varadkar shows we would rather not hear awkward truths

Enda Kenny's remarks about modern Ireland reflect public frustration with government transparency during the 2010 bailout situation.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

New lines of inquiry into murder of Joe Deacy in Mayo being 'actively pursued', inquest told

A 21-year-old man died from head injuries sustained in a driveway in Ireland, with ongoing investigations revealing new lines of inquiry.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Security watchdog warns of significant threat of 'lone wolf' terrorist attacks

Ireland's inspector of security services calls for legal changes to intercept messaging platforms due to concerns over Islamist terrorism.
#ryder-cup
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ryder Cup tickets hit record Europe high at 434 a day in Ireland next year

Ticket prices for the 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland have nearly doubled compared to the previous event in Rome.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ryder Cup tickets hit record Europe high at 434 a day in Ireland next year

Ticket prices for the 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland have nearly doubled compared to the previous event in Rome.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Leo Varadkar says he 'went too far' and apologises for urban v rural Ireland comments

I went too far in comments about the gap between urban and rural Ireland, and I did not mean to annoy anyone.
UK politics
#daniel-kinahan
Fundraising
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Company has more than 2m stolen from account following cyber attack

Future Energy Capital Limited lost over €2m due to a cyber attack last October.
#politics
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: Could Nigel Farage lead the charge for a united Ireland?

Nigel Farage is now involved in cryptocurrency as a shareholder in the bitcoin firm Stack amid rising support for his Reform UK party.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Ireland v Poland, Women's World Cup qualifier: Girls in Green aiming for back-to-back wins

Ireland's women's team is targeting back-to-back wins to secure third place in their World Cup qualifying group, which would provide a more favorable play-off route later this year.
Women
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Amee-Leigh Costigan interview: 'You adapt your life. And being able to do it while growing two babies, it's a challenge'

Amee-Leigh Costigan decided to have a scan four months ago - not because she was feeling sick or unwell. It was quite the opposite, in fact.
Women
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

The Indo Daily - Extra: Daniel Kinahan detained in Dubai in major breakthrough for Gardai

Kinahan's arrest in the UAE marks a significant development in the fight against organized crime in Ireland.
#fuel-protests
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
London politics

On the streets of Dublin I met fuel protesters and the people who support them yet our leaders still don't get it | Caelainn Hogan

fromIndependent
1 month ago
London politics

'There is not a f**king oil truck moving until we get what we want': three key players in the fuel blockades

Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Why are fuel price protests sweeping the Republic of Ireland?

Fuel price protests in Ireland are the most significant unrest since the 1920s, drawing comparisons to the Yellow Vests movement in France.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

On the streets of Dublin I met fuel protesters and the people who support them yet our leaders still don't get it | Caelainn Hogan

Fuel protests in Ireland highlight the impact of high fuel taxes on farmers and the broader population, emphasizing the need for a transition to clean energy.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
London politics

'There is not a f**king oil truck moving until we get what we want': three key players in the fuel blockades

Wine
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Ikea in Dublin sold 105,000 moving boxes last year, more than any other branch in the world

Ireland leads in sales of red wine glasses according to Ikea's report.
London politics
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Wicklow boy (11) who solved Rubik's Cube 2,318 times wins national speedcubing title

An 11-year-old from Wicklow won a national speedcubing competition, having solved the Rubik's Cube 2,318 times.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

The Fallen by Louise Brangan review an enraging account of Ireland's Magdalene laundries

The Magdalene laundries in Ireland operated as brutal institutions for women and girls, reflecting deep societal issues and inhumane treatment.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Healy-Rae brothers were no chip off the old block for sticking with government

The late Séamus Brennan, the former Fianna Fáil minister, had a famous tale about his time as government chief whip.
SF politics
#football
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Michael Healy-Rae to resign as junior minister after fuel blockades as TDs to vote on Government confidence motion

Michael Healy-Rae will vote no confidence in the Government and resign as Minister of State, citing concerns for workers and farmers.
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Motion of no confidence in Government gets underway in Dail; Danny Healy-Rae refuses to say how he will vote

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald stated that the Government is 'utterly disconnected, utterly incompetent' and has 'aggravated and escalated the level of protest' due to its handling of the fuel crisis.
Europe politics
European startups
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

'Today, no, we won't be offering mortgages' - Monzo chief shares expansion plans as UK neobank enters Irish market

Monzo has launched in Ireland, aiming to compete with Revolut by offering superior customer service and anti-fraud tools.
#ptsb
Europe politics
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Senan Molony: Who are the biggest winners and losers after a tumultuous week of fuel protests?

Ireland's government faced significant challenges due to protests, leading to costly new measures.
Europe news
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Irish PM offers $592 million fuel tax cut to reopen refinery as farmers and truckers wage cost-of-living protest | Fortune

Irish government proposes 505 million euros in fuel tax cuts to address protests over rising gas costs amid supply chain disruptions.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Minister wants investigation into 'unbalanced and lopsided' reporting of fuel protests by the media

Patrick O'Donovan calls for an investigation into perceived unbalanced media coverage of fuel protests in Ireland.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Ready to Build' scheme delivers just 32 sites as councils fail to take up programme

Only 32 sites across the country have benefited from a scheme that was launched to tackle vacancy in towns and villages and allow people to build homes.
Renovation
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Paschal Donohoe eased concerns of top three corporate tax multinationals before joining World Bank

The Government is considering the possibility of enhanced tax credits for multinational companies, which include major players like Apple, Eli Lilly, and Microsoft.
European startups
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Man arrested for allegedly damaging US military aircraft in Shannon airport

A man was arrested for allegedly damaging a US military aircraft at Shannon airport in Ireland after entering an unauthorized area.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Another institutional abuse': UK survivor of Irish mother and baby home can't afford to accept compensation

Compensation for survivors of Ireland's mother and baby home scandal risks penalizing those accepting it, creating disparities between siblings.
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