#ireland

#ireland

The rising trend of single women in Ireland pursuing motherhood alone reflects a 50% increase in inquiries about sperm donation from 2022 to 2023, showcasing a significant shift in societal norms.

"I put myself in charge of booking our accommodations, and picked splurgy hotels... the person I imagined enjoying those thick mattresses, rainfall showerheads, and no-brakes breakfast buffets was me."

Ryanair introduced charges for everything from checked bags to seat selection and onboard refreshments, reinforcing its 'no-frills' business model defined by low-cost travel.

A recent jobs measurement survey reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to replace graduate jobs in Irish white-collar firms, indicating a shift in the employment landscape.

They said that they don't have the documentation... we've sent them the documentation multiple times. I have screenshots [of sending the documentation], because you can't get a receipt [from the website]. They have added new documents that we were never ever asked for, ever.

When the first stores opened in Ireland 25 years ago, there was quite a bit of snobbery about the chain, but I knew Lidl was the place for me.

Killarney National Park is Ireland's oldest national park and part of the Kerry UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, housing rare native Irish plants and animals.

A poll showed that 64% of respondents do not agree that owners of 'dodgy boxes' should face fines or prosecution, while 18% support prosecution.

Live music has exploded in Ireland since the end of the pandemic, with fans flocking to events despite rising prices, demonstrating a resurgence in demand for live performances.

The EU law mandates the connection of Ireland's busiest airport to a high-speed rail line by 2040, highlighting the urgent need for efficient transport infrastructure.

Tesla's new energy storage device, priced at €8,500, can store energy from home solar panels and the grid, accommodating up to four units.

Microsoft is set to cut about 4% of its global staff, with several divisions expected to be affected. The company confirmed plans to cut jobs in Ireland.

Gardaí have detained two men in West Cork following a significant drug seizure believed to involve around 500 kilos of cocaine valued at €35 million. A Joint Task Force, including gardaí, Defence Forces, and Revenue, was formed due to intelligence on maritime drug smuggling efforts. The arrested individuals, linked to the operation, were part of a 'landing crew' who collected the drugs after their arrival by another group known as the 'collection crew.' Further arrests are anticipated as investigations continue.

When New Zealander Lydia Inglis turns up at a farm in the west of Ireland with a flask of bull semen to discuss cattle breeding, she admits it often raises a few eyebrows.

In Ireland, the average age of women becoming mothers has steadily risen to nearly 32, climbing from 25 in 1973.

The annualised EU Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for Ireland rose by 1.6pc in the 12 months to June 2025, highlighting ongoing inflation pressure.

Becoming a whistleblower in a senior position at an accountancy firm raises significant concerns about career consequences and cultural resistance to reporting unethical practices in Ireland.

Many Irish residents are choosing to relocate abroad due to the rising costs in their home country. Living in cheaper countries offers them better accommodation, social life, and health insurance.

The department confirmed it paid estate agency Knight Frank €522,394 in 2024 to cover just a single-year lease on the English property, which is home to ambassador Martin Fraser.

Government TDs are experiencing increasing anxiety that a budget without giveaways shortly before the presidential election could lead to the downfall of Coalition party candidates.

In this regard, I am pleased to report that NSAC is progressing work to consider the further expansion of our cancer screening programmes and has submitted a request to the Health Information and Quality Authority (Hiqa), which has a section dedicated to undertaking evidence synthesises on behalf of the committee, to assess the evidence for a proposed expansion to the age range eligibility of the BreastCheck programme to include those aged 45 to 49 years and those aged 70 to 74 years.

The aim of the programme is to finance urgent and large-scale investments in defence technology to strengthen Europe's overall defence readiness.

The court ruled that Colum and Ciaran Butler acted honestly but not responsibly in their roles as directors, leading to a five-year ban.

Patrick and Linda's love blossomed over subsequent video calls during the pandemic, leading Duffy to profess his love after a simple 'goodbye'.

Seán Fitzgerald highlights that the recent €3 million windfall from the transfer of an Ireland goalkeeper to Brentford will significantly contribute to developing young talent in the club.

The ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Annie McCarrick, an American student who vanished in 1993, continues with searches in Clondalkin and the questioning of a businessman in his 60s.

A judge has ordered the arrest of two teenage sisters after they failed to appear in court for theft charges related to vulnerable adults in Dublin.

Browne's overhaul of Rent Pressure Zones will arguably make the cost of rent worse, initially, in order to increase the supply in the longer run.

With approximately 20% of the Irish population now possessing a net worth of €1 million or more, perceptions of wealth in Ireland have shifted profoundly in 2025.

There has been a 25pc drop in young people travelling from Ireland to the US on student visas, indicating a significant trend affecting educational migration.

The Central Bank has once again scaled back its housing forecast for the year, now projecting only 32,500 housing completions. This is only a slight increase from last year, indicating ongoing challenges in the housing market.

When confronted over the "scandalous" treatment of older people in privately run nursing homes, Taoiseach Micheál Martin replied that he had "no issue" with bigger fines being imposed.

"As Margaret had no relatives in Ireland she went back to the UK to her brother temporarily but she now wishes to return to her own place again."

We just want an equal opportunity to get on with our lives. I know many people who have moved to Australia, moved abroad. Something needs to be done.