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Regressive migration policies risking Ireland’s economic performance, says Immigrant Council of Ireland

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Irish Times News 46m ago policy
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Speaking at the National Migrant Inclusion Conference, Immigrant Council of Ireland chief executive Teresa Buczkowska said the Government was placing too much focus on refugees and deportations. Photograph: Alan Betson
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Nearly 6,000 former racing greyhounds born in 2021 and 2022 in Ireland are dead

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TheJournal.ie 11h ago General
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A total of 11,618 greyhounds were born in 2021, while 10,845 dogs were born in 2022.
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Egypt, Ireland explore deeper industrial cooperation in pharmaceuticals, electronics

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Daily News Egypt 12h ago policy
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Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem, met with Ireland’s Ambassador to Egypt, Aidan O’Hara, to discuss expanding industrial cooperation and strengthening trade and investment ties between the two countries. The meeting, attended by…
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Ireland’s data centre strain a ‘cautionary tale’ for rest of world, UN says

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Irish Times News 12h ago General
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Data centres are forecast to use more than 30% of Ireland's electricity in the next few years. Photograph: Naoise Culhane
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Dublin workers need 13 years' salary to buy typical home, compared with six in Belfast

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TheJournal.ie 14h ago General
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The CSO said the affordability gap has widened considerably in many parts of Ireland since 2014.
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Have your say: should students with dyslexia get extra points in exams?

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Irish Times News 18h ago General
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The Dyslexia Association of Ireland has insisted there are genuine reasons why many of these students are studying a European language. Photograph: Getty Images
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Nigeria: Ireland Tightens Rules for Long-Term Student Visa Applications

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AllAfrica Education 19h ago research
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[Leadership] International students planning to study in Ireland for more than three months must now obtain a long-term study visa before travelling, the country's Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) has announced.
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Slovenia reportedly blocks Israeli flight for 'political reasons'

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Middle East Eye 20h ago policy
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Slovenia reportedly blocks Israeli flight for 'political reasons' An Israir Airline flight headed to the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana, was forced to divert to Zagreb, Croatia, after Slovenian authorities denied permission to the Israeli…
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Number sitting Leaving Cert climbs to record level

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Irish Times News 1d ago General
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A record number of students are sitting their Leaving Certificate exams this year. Photograph: Bryan O'Brien
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Gardaí studying video footage of moments leading up fatal Grafton Street stabbing

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Irish Times News 1d ago General
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Qayyum Balogun was from a Nigerian family but had grown up in Ireland and was living in Dundalk, Co Louth.
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If you see a hedgehog you should report it to the authorities

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TheJournal.ie 1d ago General
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Researchers are seeking to track the population of Ireland’s hedgehogs.
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Heavy rain to hit Ireland as Met Éireann warns of possible thunderstorms

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Irish Times News 1d ago General
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Rain interrupted play in the Ireland-West Indies women's match at Clontarf Cricket Club on Monday. Met Éireann expects plenty more rain across the country this week. Photograph: Ben Brady/Inpho
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Here is the draw for Round 2A and 2B of the All-Ireland senior football championship

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TheJournal.ie 1d ago General
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All-Ireland champions Kerry travel to Kildare, while Dublin hit the road to Cavan.
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Ireland's Katie McCabe seals move from Arsenal to Chelsea

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TheJournal.ie 1d ago General
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The 30-year-old spent 10 and a half years at the Gunners.
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1,848 O'Sullivans gathered in Ireland to set Guinness World Record, defeating the Gallaghers

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VnExpress International 2d ago General
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Almost 2,000 people with the last names O'Sullivan and Sullivan travelled from around Ireland and the world to meet in County Cork on Saturday, in the largest ever recorded gathering of people with the same surname.
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Death of Yves Sakila puts Ireland’s race relations under scrutiny

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Africanews 2d ago General
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The death of Yves Sakila, a 35-year-old Congolese man who died after being restrained by security guards in central Dublin, has sparked protests, international attention and renewed scrutiny of racism in Ireland.
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'What’s going on with teenagers in Ireland?': Do we have a problem with youth crime?

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TheJournal.ie 3d ago General
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Some statistics corroborate the view that youth crime is increasing – but is there more to it?
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Should Ireland ban the sale of tobacco products to all people born after the late 2000s?

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TheJournal.ie 3d ago policy
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The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland said momentum for such legislation was building internationally.
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Late Craig Lennon goal helps Louth overcome Dublin in All-Ireland Football Championship clash

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TheJournal.ie 3d ago General
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Wee county have beaten Dublin in the Championship for the first time since 1953.
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Doctors group calls for ban on sale of tobacco products to all people born after a certain year

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TheJournal.ie 3d ago General
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The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland has claimed such a measure is necessary for what it calls ‘tobacco endgame’.
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Holocaust survivor Tomi Reichental, who moved to Ireland in the 60s, has died aged 90

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TheJournal.ie 3d ago General
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Tomi Reichental and his family were deported to Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1944, and he came to Ireland in 1960.
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Maria Walsh: Behind closed doors, thousands of Irish women are fighting for motherhood

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TheJournal.ie 3d ago General
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As she prepares to become a mother, the MEP speaks honestly about fertility treatment, single parenthood and the need for Ireland to catch up with modern families.
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Ireland gears up for self-driving cars with the government working on new national strategy

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TheJournal.ie 4d ago policy
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Russell Vickers, CEO of Future Mobility Ireland, said the new technology would have to be introduced on a phased basis due to infrastructural limits.
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Armagh overpower Derry to get All-Ireland series off the mark

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TheJournal.ie 4d ago General
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Tiernan Kelly’s goal helped pave the way for a comfortable win.
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Sinn Féin to bring Dáil motion calling for boycott of Ireland's matches against Israel

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TheJournal.ie 4d ago General
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Ireland are due to face Israel in the Nations League at a neutral venue on 27 September before a return game in Dublin on 4 October.
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'The system's hungry for ideas': The monthly meet-up dedicated to fixing the infrastructure crisis

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TheJournal.ie 4d ago policy
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Between its push for garden homes to its links to Stripe boss John Collison, Progress Ireland is a growing presence in Irish policy.
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Prices are rising but changing energy supplier could save you €600 – here's how to do it

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TheJournal.ie 4d ago General
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With Electric Ireland and others pushing up prices again, experts say many customers are still stuck on outdated deals they’ve never switched from.
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You may spot a blue moon over Ireland tonight (spoiler alert: it's unlikely to be blue)

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TheJournal.ie 4d ago General
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They only happen once in a blue moon.
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Ironman inquest hears of family's frustration at lack of probe into deaths

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TheJournal.ie 5d ago General
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The family say there has been a “serious lack of accountability” for Cork County Council, Ironman and Traithlon Ireland.
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Harris pushes back on claim Irish housing crisis among ‘most severe’ in Europe

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Irish Times News 5d ago policy
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'When I go to Europe housing is a challenge in all member states,' Tanaiste Simon Harris said on Friday following remarks from chair of the European Parliament’s housing committee that Ireland's crisis was among the most severe in Europe.…
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The seven women killed on the island of Ireland so far this year

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TheJournal.ie 5d ago General
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Women’s Aid keeps a list of the women killed in the Republic of Ireland since 1996, and 283 have died violently over this period.
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A proposed boycott of Ireland's game with Israel may have moved a small step closer

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TheJournal.ie 5d ago General
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One of the three governing groups of the FAI has backed calls to hold an EGM to discuss a boycott.
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Sunak is right that our students need financial literacy – but that shouldn’t mean yet more maths | Simon Jenkins

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The Guardian Education 5d ago policy
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Education should prepare young people for dealing not only with practical things such as insurance, pensions and taxes but also with tech and mental health What is it about ex-ministers that they suddenly know how to run the country? Tony…
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John Gibbons: The planet is burning, but Ireland still isn't taking climate change seriously

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TheJournal.ie 5d ago General
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From deadly heatwaves to missed targets, the climate warning signs are flashing red, while political urgency in Ireland is nowhere to be seen.
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Israel football dispute to ‘heat up’ after protest in Ireland-Qatar match

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Al Jazeera English 5d ago General
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Ireland's football match against Qatar was stalled by pro-Palestinian protests over upcoming games against Israel.
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The 8 at 8: Friday

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TheJournal.ie 5d ago General
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Tax on sun cream, a space rocket explosion and Ireland’s match against Qatar halted by protests…
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Mother and carer: You don't appreciate public services until your child needs them to survive

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TheJournal.ie 5d ago General
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Stephanie Park has cared for her son Oliver, who has cerebral palsy, in two very different countries. In Zambia, support was out of reach. In Ireland, the system helps carry the weight.
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Ireland's McGrath Calls for Resolution to Israel Fixture Controversy

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Asharq Al-Awsat (English) 5d ago General
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Ireland and Qatar halted twice by protests against upcoming Israel fixtures

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Al Jazeera English 6d ago General
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Republic of Ireland are set to face Israel twice in UEFA Nations League matches, but are facing calls for a boycott.
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Michael D Higgins calls on Ireland to recover the 'moral standing' of the EU during its presidency

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TheJournal.ie 6d ago policy
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Higgins criticised the government’s prioritising of economic interests over moral convictions and international law.
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Ireland friendly with Qatar disrupted twice by protesters urging a boycott of Israel games

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TheJournal.ie 6d ago General
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Groups of fans threw tennis balls on the pitch Aviva Stadium and chanted support for Palestine.
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LIVE: Republic of Ireland v Qatar

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TheJournal.ie 6d ago General
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Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side host Qatar at the Aviva Stadium this evening.
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‘FTD brothers’ complete 32 marathons in 32 days across Ireland in aid of dementia research

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Irish Times News 6d ago research
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Cian and Jordan Adams embrace after crossing the finish line in Dublin on Thursday. Photograph: Nick Bradshaw
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Electric Ireland to raise electricity prices by €138 a year and gas prices by €117

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TheJournal.ie 6d ago General
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The move announced by Electric Ireland today will impact around 1.1 million electricity customers and 145,000 gas customers.
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Electric Ireland to increase electricity prices by 8%, domestic gas costs to climb by 7.7%

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Irish Times News 6d ago General
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The price hikes come in the wake of spiralling energy prices on global markets in the wake of the conflict in the Middle East. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire
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Ireland football coach urges players to ‘win this war’ against Israel

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Al Jazeera English 6d ago General
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Ireland are set to play Israel in home and away Nations League matches, but there has been pressure to boycott games.
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Ireland records 30C while Portugal nears 37C in May heat

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Africanews 6d ago General
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A record May heatwave sent Irish temperatures above 30C and Portugal’s to 37C, drawing crowds outdoors and renewing worries over climate change.
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Can Arsenal win their first Champions League? Our pick of this weekend's sports on TV

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TheJournal.ie 6d ago General
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There are also rugby, championship GAA, and League of Ireland clashes to look forward to.
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Food security must be made a priority of Ireland’s EU presidency

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Irish Times News 7d ago General
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Displaced Palestinians crowd around a food distribution point at Al-Saada charity kitchen in Al-Mawasi, Khan Younis, in the Gaza Strip on May 13th, 2026. Photograph: Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/AFP/Getty
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‘Hostile’ agents may be among 14,000 Russians granted Irish visas in four years

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Irish Times News 7d ago General
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Ireland, like most EU countries, continues to issue visas to Russian citizens. Photograph: Getty Images
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Ireland's data centre energy drain: How Big Tech added €1.4bn to household electricity bills

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TheJournal.ie 7d ago research
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New research by Friends of the Earth has found that soaring demand for data centres in Ireland has driven up energy prices, with Irish households paying the hidden cost.
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'We are not the bad guys': Ireland boss urges support for team rather than protest Israel games

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TheJournal.ie 7d ago General
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Heimir Hallgrímsson said he would prefer people rally around the squad instead of “doing somthing that’s damaging”.
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Taoiseach accuses Bacik of being 'naive' on climate change as he defends government record

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TheJournal.ie 7d ago policy
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Ireland is on track to deliver only half the reductions of greenhouse gas emissions needed by 2030.
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Ireland’s climate targets out of reach as Minister O’Brien points to ‘early 2030s’ timeline

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Irish Times News 7d ago policy
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Minister for Climate Darragh O’Brien. Photograph: Brian Lawless/PA Wire
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Should sunbeds be banned?

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TheJournal.ie 7d ago General
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A group of doctors and cancer charities is calling for sunbeds to be banned in Ireland.
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Fianna Fáil members approve bill to lift ban on nuclear power

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TheJournal.ie 7d ago policy
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Nuclear power is currently prohibited in Ireland under existing legislation, and any change would require a formal reversal of that ban, which the proposed bill would do.
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The 8 at 8: Wednesday

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TheJournal.ie 7d ago General
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Ireland won’t meet greenhouse gas emissions reduction target, peacekeepers welcomed home and Trump builds a cage-fighting arena
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Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions to fall by just half of the amount pledged

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Irish Times News 8d ago General
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Emissions from transport are required to halve, but the drop is expected to be 28% at best. Photograph: Stephen Collins/Collins
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Names of Defence Forces officers involved in sensitive operations published online

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Irish Times News 8d ago General
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The detained yacht with up to €100m worth of cocaine, off the southwest coast of Ireland, with offshore patrol vessel LÉ Niamh. File photograph: Provision
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Ireland on track to deliver only half the reductions of greenhouse gas emissions needed by 2030

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago General
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Nearly all sectors are on course to exceed their emissions’ ceiling by 2030.
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Kelly Earley: Militarism might be Ireland’s next economic disaster

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago General
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From the crash to housing, each generation has lived through political failures in Ireland. Let’s not sleepwalk into militarisation and abandoning our neutrality.
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Ireland captain says team won't 'hold back' players who want to 'take a stand' over Israel game

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago policy
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Nathan Collins also says Republic of Ireland players must trust FAI and the government over stance to fulfil fixtures.
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What is the 'heat dome' over Ireland that's causing temperatures to keep rising?

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago General
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Temperatures reportedly hit 31 degrees in parts of the country today.
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Government urged to follow France and ban Israeli ministers entering Ireland

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago policy
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Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan says it is legally possible to ban individuals from the country.
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What is causing record-breaking temperatures? Here is what you need to know

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Irish Times News 8d ago General
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Hot weather is being caused by “an intense area” of high pressure over parts of Europe and Ireland. Stock image
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Everyone should have a home but the evidence suggests Ireland doesn't believe it

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago research
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Homelessness has been normalised, unlike in Finland where affordable, secure housing is an ethical and economic priority.
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Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July

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Al-Monitor 8d ago policy
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DUBLIN, May 26 (Reuters) - Ireland aims to pass a law curbing goods trade with settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank by mid-July with Israel, some U.S. lawmakers and business groups opposing the move, Foreign Minister Helen McEntee…
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Daniel Ennis says Ireland should boycott Israel matches as he arrives at the Dáil

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TheJournal.ie 8d ago General
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The former League of Ireland footballer came out strongly against Ireland playing Israel in two controversial Nations League fixtures scheduled for September and October.
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Inside a Quaker-ethos secondary school in Ireland: ‘You have to get out of the boat if you want to walk on water’

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Irish Times News 9d ago General
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Newtown School, Waterford: The atmosphere is informal and relaxed on the spacious campus. Photograph: Nick Bradshaw/The Irish Times
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Calls to extend lifeguarding season to May as temperatures soar to high 20s

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TheJournal.ie 9d ago General
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The official lifeguard season covers weekends in June and every day of July and August, Ireland’s meteorological summer.
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Deportations to continue for EU citizens who commit serious crimes in Ireland, says Minister

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Irish Times News 9d ago policy
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Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan doubled down on his commitment to deport those convicted of serious crime. Photograph: Bairbre Holmes/PA
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Ireland ends deployment as UN Security Council fails to renew mandate on Mediterranean mission

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TheJournal.ie 9d ago General
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Operation Irini is focused on stopping weapons from getting into the hands of groups in war torn Libya.
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FactCheck: Are there stricter limits on genetically modified foods for animals than for humans?

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TheJournal.ie 9d ago General
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So-called “Frankenfoods” aren’t grown in Ireland, but they can be sold here.
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Temperatures in Ireland could reach 29 degrees on Tuesday as Met Éireann issues warning on sun exposure

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Irish Times News 9d ago General
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Jamie Cannon, James Rhein, Isaac Stanley, Abbie Cannon, Lisa Cannon and Céire Rhein from Donabate on their way to Donabate beach as temperatures are set to remain in the 20s for the next few days. Photograph: Alan Betson / The Irish Times
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Thirty-four men deported to Poland and Lithuania from Ireland on grounds of criminality

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Irish Times News 10d ago General
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34 men were deported from Ireland to Poland and Lithuania. Photograph: Getty Images
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EU sanctions against Israel could happen after Ireland assumes presidency, Dooley says

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TheJournal.ie 10d ago policy
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The Fianna Fáil TD could not guarantee that the Occupied Territories Bill will pass before the Dáil rises in July.
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Planning rules for one-off housing to be eased under new proposals

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Irish Times News 10d ago policy
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Currently rural housing policy varies from county to county in Ireland. Photograph: Getty Images
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Why AI-fuelled job cuts at multinationals risk blowing a hole in Ireland’s public finances

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TheJournal.ie 10d ago General
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Ireland’s deal with the tech giants is at risk of breaking down, as big companies appear keen to take an axe to their workforces.
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Video: Flotilla activists allege abuse after release from Israeli custody

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Middle East Eye 11d ago General
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Video: Flotilla activists allege abuse after release from Israeli custody Groups of activists were deported from Israel to their home countries via Turkey after Israeli forces intercepted the boats of the flotilla and kidnapped the…
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From the League of Ireland to Leinster House: Who is Daniel Ennis?

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TheJournal.ie 11d ago General
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After entering politics at a local level just two years ago, Ennis has brought the number of Social Democrats seats in the Dáil to 12.
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Joy for Ireland's Egan as Hull City seal Premier League promotion with play-off victory

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TheJournal.ie 11d ago General
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Oli McBurnie scored the injury-time winner in the final against Middlesbrough.
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LIVE: Kerry v Donegal, All-Ireland senior football championship

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TheJournal.ie 11d ago General
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All-Ireland series opens with heavyweight clash in Killarney.
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Newly-qualified doctors could have college fees paid in bid to stem numbers moving abroad

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Irish Times News 12d ago General
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Many newly-qualified doctors in Ireland emigrate to work in different locations around the world. Photograph: Getty Images
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Los buceadores italianos que murieron en Maldivas carecían de equipos adecuados, según un rescatista

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La Prensa Panamá 12d ago General
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Olivia Ireland - BBC News Un miembro del equipo de buceo que recuperó los cuerpos de los buceadores italianos en Maldivas declaró que el equipo que llevaban los fallecidos “no era el óptimo”. Las imágenes del interior de la cueva donde…
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Ireland’s population grew by 1.6% last year, EU figures show

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Irish Times News 12d ago General
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Eurostat predicts that the population of the State will reached six million in 2035. Photograph: Getty Images
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‘I used to think I was going to be a writer’: Paschal Donohoe awarded library medal

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Irish Times News 12d ago policy
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Former minister for finance Paschal Donohoe receiving a gold medal from the president of the Library Association of Ireland, Lorna Dodd. Photograph: Ronan McGreevy
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Ireland joins EU push to ban trade with Israeli settlements amid flotilla backlash

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Al-Monitor 12d ago policy
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European frustration with Israel intensified this week after a far-right Israeli minister posted a video of the mistreatment of international activists detained in the country.
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Temperatures could reach 25 degrees early next week, Met Éireann says

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Irish Times News 12d ago General
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Ireland's weather is set to turn summer-like next week, according to Met Éireann. Photograph: Nick Bradshaw
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Hundreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’

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Al Jazeera English 12d ago General
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ndreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’
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Man accused of role in smuggling cocaine worth nearly €60m into Ireland loses bail appeal

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Irish Times News 12d ago General
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Raul Taberes Garcia (50), of Cadiz in Spain, has lost his appeal against a High Court ruling denying him bail. Photograph: Michael Mac Sweeney/Cork Courts
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Details emerge of journey to Ireland of Somali national accused of killing Ukrainian teenager

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Irish Times News 13d ago General
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Dublin District Court is conducting an age inquiry, applied for by Tusla, regarding the Somali national. Photograph: Tusla stock image
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2 S. Korean flotilla activists return from Israel

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Korea Herald National 13d ago General
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Two South Korean activists from Gaza-bound flotillas returned to Incheon Airport on Friday morning, a day after Cheong Wa Dae announced that they had been released from Israel. Kim Ah-hyun, was aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla named Lina Al…
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Yves Sakila's family call for postmortem report as large protest takes place outside Dáil

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TheJournal.ie 13d ago General
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Black Coalition Ireland has called on political leaders to take action following the death of Yves Sakila.
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EU countries urge sanctions on Israeli minister for activists' treatment

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Al-Monitor 13d ago policy
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Italy, Ireland and Spain have called on the EU to sanction Israel's far-right national security minister, who posted a video showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla forced to their knees with hands bound. A global outcry…
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X and Meta rank as two of the least reputable organisations in Ireland

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TheJournal.ie 13d ago General
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Credit unions were perceived to be the most fair, friendly, genuine and sincere organisation among the 100 studied.
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Daily News 21 / 05 / 2026

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EU Commission Press Releases (EAC) 13d ago General
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European Commission Daily news Brussels, 21 May 2026 Commission disburses €249 million to Ireland under NextGenerationEU Today, the European Commission disbursed €249 million in grants to Ireland, marking the four...
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Europeans are catching gonorrhoea more than ever (but Ireland is doing OK)

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TheJournal.ie 14d ago General
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It’s been suggested that changes in sexual behaviours post-pandemic may be a factor in the European increase of bacterial STIs.
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Why are rents in Ireland at record levels?

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Irish Times News 14d ago General
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The new rules mean landlords can increase rents by 2 per cent or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower
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Gardaí appeal for witnesses after Spanish woman (23) hit and killed by car in Dublin

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Irish Times News 14d ago General
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Belén Arana Núñez had been working with a language immersion camp for teenagers coming to Ireland to learn English.
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Approval granted for Ireland’s first supervised drug injection facility to become permanent

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TheJournal.ie 14d ago General
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The centre officially opened in December 2024 after it secured a temporary 18-month planning permission.
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With four years to go, Ireland already looks set to miss its offshore energy target

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TheJournal.ie 14d ago General
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A new report said delays are damaging confidence in Ireland as a destination for offshore wind investment.
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Baby food from Ireland recalled due to potential mould growth and spoilage: SFA

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Straits Times Singapore 14d ago General
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The affected product is Glenisk Baby Organic Fromage Frais Strawberry with Banana, Vanilla & Oats (4x60g) from Ireland.
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Bank of Ireland and AIB join consortium planning to launch euro-pegged cryptocurrency

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TheJournal.ie 14d ago General
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Some 37 European banks across 15 countries have joined the initiative.
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Meta to cut up to 350 jobs from Irish workforce

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TheJournal.ie 14d ago General
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The number of layoffs the firm is pursuing in Ireland is considerably higher than what was expected.
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Ronaldo, 41, leads Portugal into his sixth World Cup

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Gulf Times Qatar 15d ago General
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Veteran Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo will lead his country into the 2026 World Cup this summer after coach Roberto Martinez named the 41-year-old in his squad on Tuesday. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star, now at…
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Ronaldo, 41, leads Portugal into his sixth World Cup

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Gulf Times Education 15d ago General
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Veteran Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo will lead his country into the 2026 World Cup this summer after coach Roberto Martinez named the 41-year-old in his squad on Tuesday. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star, now at…
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Kerry retailer attached ‘Made in Ireland’ labels to jumpers made in Pakistan

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Irish Times News 15d ago General
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The CCPC found Quills, a major tourist retailer, falsely attached ‘Made in Ireland’ labels to products made in Pakistan. Photograph: CCPC
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Catering (to) Changes: Is Trinity Going Plant-Based?

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University Times Ireland 15d ago higher-ed
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Food is meant to bring people together. It is meant to be savoured over laughs and enjoyed amongst friends, family and colleagues. And yet, sometimes food separates, excludes and punishes those who are just that bit different – those who…
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Hundreds of suspected dodgy-box users in Ireland get warning letters from Sky

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Irish Times News 15d ago General
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Sky has written to suspected users of dodgy boxes to warn them they could face legal action if they continue watching content illegally. Photograph: iStock
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Bureau to tackle invasive species set up in Waterford

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Irish Times News 15d ago policy
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Claire Deasy and Sam Bayley, from the National Parks and Wildlife Service team, and David Law, from David Law Tree Care, removing the first Asian hornet nest found in Ireland. Photograph: Department of Housing, Local Government and…
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Ireland needs to set a point after which no new gas and oil boilers can be installed - SEAI

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TheJournal.ie 16d ago General
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A ‘phase-out’ is needed – but it ‘may not necessarily be a ban’.
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Met Éireann forecasts temperatures in Ireland to rise into the 20s later this week

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Irish Times News 16d ago General
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The weather across Ireland will start to get warmer from Wednesday, Met Éireann. Photograph: Bryan O’Brien
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More than 20 million vapes sold in Ireland last year were not recycled

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TheJournal.ie 16d ago General
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Only 1.4 million used vapes and e-cigarettes came back for recycling, according to new figures.
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Ireland's energy future: What if the real failure here is that we stopped thinking bigger?

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TheJournal.ie 16d ago General
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Why Ireland keeps mistaking managed decline for wisdom — and what the Bord na Móna moment reveals.
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Catering on deportation flights changed after pork sausages served on journey to Pakistan

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Irish Times News 17d ago General
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The Airbus A330 transported 24 adult men from Ireland to Pakistan. Photograph: George Pachantouris/ Getty Images
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Minister urged to strengthen new law restricting disclosure of counselling notes

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Clíona Saidléar, executive director of Rape Crisis Ireland: ‘Survivors have waited long enough.’ Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill/The Irish Times
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Local authorities to set social housing targets for people with disabilities

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Irish Times News 17d ago policy
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Ireland's Local Authority Housing Delivery Action Plans 2027-2030 will be published in the coming months, according to Minister for Equality Norma Foley. Photograpg: Getty Images
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott

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Al Jazeera English 17d ago General
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Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.
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Richard Boyd Barrett: Sanction Israel now, the way we did Russia

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TheJournal.ie 17d ago policy
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Ireland’s trade with Israel reaches billions, and with a sanctions bill headed for a vote this week, the government’s position on Gaza is increasingly impossible to defend.
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Israeli minister praises Eurovision result amid boycott protests

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Middle East Eye 17d ago policy
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Israeli minister praises Eurovision result amid boycott protests Israeli defence minister Israel Katz congratulated Israeli performer Noam Bettan after the singer finished second in the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, while criticising…
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An Spidéal in a byelection: We're caught between dereliction, development and a lack of vision

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Local resident, Toner Quinn, looks at how a half-cleared marsh, shuttered buildings and promises of ambitious new projects illustrate the challenges facing one of Ireland’s much-loved Gaeltacht villages.
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‘Powerful and heartbreaking’: A couch is what Ireland’s homeless children say they want most

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Irish Times News 18d ago General
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Sophie (11), has been living in hotel emergency accommodation with her family for almost a year. Photograph: Enda O'Dowd
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Eurovision final begins amid protests over Israel’s participation

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Middle East Eye 18d ago General
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Eurovision final begins amid protests over Israel’s participation The final of the Eurovision Song Contest began on Saturday under tight security amid continuing criticism over Israel’s participation. The contest has faced pressure for a…
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Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel

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Al Jazeera English 18d ago General
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Spain, Ireland, Iceland, Slovenia and Netherlands all withdrew in protest against Israel's participation amid Gaza war.
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Palestine solidarity march calls for sanctions on Israel and boycott of FAI match

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Irish Times News 18d ago General
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Protesters taking part in a march organised by the Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign in Dublin on Saturday. Photograph: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie
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Full list of all the Blue Flag beaches across Ireland revealed

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Irish Times News 19d ago General
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All counties with a coastline, excluding Limerick and Leitrim, received at least one Blue Flag
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Katie Lynch Elected Next Chairperson of Trinity Sport Union

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University Times Ireland 19d ago higher-ed
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Katie Lynch has been elected as the new Chairperson of Trinity Sport Union (TSU) after the Annual General Meeting took place last week. Lynch takes over from Jane Prendergast in the sabbatical role, where she will oversee the operations of…
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Former Royal College of Physicians admin worker unfairly dismissed, tribunal hears

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Irish Times News 19d ago General
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The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland in Dublin. Photograph: David Sleator
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Seamus Coleman to finish Everton playing career at end of season before deciding next move

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TheJournal.ie 19d ago General
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The defender has the option of taking up a coaching role at Everton or continuing his playing career with another club and the Republic of Ireland.
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Bank customers urged to be vigilant for card tap scams

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Irish Times News 19d ago General
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Bank of Ireland is urging customers to check the total before tapping their card. Photograph: Getty Images
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Would you watch ads on a streaming service if it meant paying less for your subscription?

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TheJournal.ie 19d ago General
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Netflix is introducing a new subscription tier, which will include ads, in Ireland from next year.
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Met Éireann forecasts sunny spells today, but heavy rain is on the way this weekend

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Irish Times News 19d ago General
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Persistent rain is expected to develop in the west and move eastward across Ireland throughout Saturday. Photograph: Getty
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The 8 at 8: Friday

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TheJournal.ie 19d ago General
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Trump wraps up visit to China, Dublin Castle café forced to shut over Ireland holding EU presidency, and Brexit regret in the North
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Lynn Ruane: The evidence clearly shows that the 'war on drugs' was a failed experiment

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TheJournal.ie 19d ago research
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Despite all the evidence showing the effectiveness of decriminalising drug possession, Ireland continues to shame and punish people for drug use.
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RTÉ to be queried over reports it sent 41 staff to cover the World Cup play-off in Czechia

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TheJournal.ie 20d ago General
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RTÉ said at the time that Inside Sport, Liveline, Morning Ireland and 2FM Drive would be in Prague providing coverage of the event.
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Ireland ‘faffed around’ on Metrolink and 'wasted a good recession' to build it, summit hears

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TheJournal.ie 20d ago General
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A transport expert said that Dublin “loses €700,000 euro every day” due to congestion and lost productivity in the absence of a metro system.
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Reuse of vacant buildings could meet 40% of Dublin’s housing targets, report finds

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Irish Times News 20d ago General
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The former Bank of Ireland in Phibsborough, Dublin 7. The cost of refurbishing the city’s empty building stock is high, the report finds. Photograph: Olivia Kelly
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People urged to double-check card machines before paying after surge in overcharging scams

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TheJournal.ie 20d ago General
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Bank of Ireland has warned of an increase in people being overcharged at card payment terminals
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Two-thirds of 25-year-olds in Ireland report some type of discrimination

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Irish Times News 20d ago research
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Most 25-year-olds who felt they had experienced discrimination said they thought it was on grounds of gender, according to new research. Photograph: iStock
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Cartels likely to see remote corners of Ireland as access route to Europe, says senior garda

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Irish Times News 21d ago General
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The MV Matthew being escorted into Cobh harbour in 2023. Gardaí cited its 2.2 million tonne cocaine cargo as an example of efforts by smugglers to pass the southern Irish coast as an entry point to Europe. Photograph: PA
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Heckler ejected from Eurovision after Israel song disruption

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Al-Monitor 21d ago General
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Four people were thrown out of the first Eurovision Song Contest semi-final, which saw attempts to disrupt Israel's performance, organisers said Wednesday. As 28-year-old Israeli singer Noam Bettan began his performance of "Michelle"…
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One ticket from Ireland to Europe: EU seeks to simplify cross-border train travel and booking

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TheJournal.ie 21d ago General
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The move, opposed by operators, would make journeys more seamless, helping passengers to find, compare and buy tickets in one go.
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Ireland ‘could be forced to borrow next year’ if oil prices keep rising, says top economist

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Irish Times News 21d ago General
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Oil prices could rise by significantly more than the estimate built into a recent Department of Finance worst-case scenario, economist John FitzGerald has warned. Photograph: iStock
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The 8 at 8: Wednesday

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TheJournal.ie 21d ago General
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Ireland’s imported fossil fuels dependence, an arson attack on a Dublin park, and Israel are through to Eurovision final.
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Tourist attraction Dún Laoghaire Baths the only 'poor' bathing water in Ireland last year

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TheJournal.ie 22d ago General
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The classification of Dún Laoghaire Baths was caused by wastewater overflows and dog fouling, the EPA said.
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Data centres 'cannibalising' renewables as Ireland warned of fossil fuel 'energy shock'

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TheJournal.ie 22d ago policy
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It’s been warned that the instability in global energy markets ‘reinforces the importance and urgency’ of the government ending Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels.
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Ireland’s newest official bathing area off limits to swimmers this summer over water pollution

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Irish Times News 22d ago General
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The popular swimming spot in Dún Laoghaire was the only one of 153 sites to fail to meet minimum standards. Photograph: Nick Bradshaw
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Government under fire over energy costs: 'Ireland's sky-high bills are not normal'

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TheJournal.ie 22d ago policy
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The energy regulator said this week that energy providers are not making “excessive profit”.
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Kelly Earley: Should we scrap HAP? Ireland urgently needs an alternative

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TheJournal.ie 22d ago General
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HAP was meant to be a solution to the housing crisis, but instead its recipients are being pushed deeper into poverty, isolation and housing insecurity.
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Misinformation is leading to abuse and harassment of staff and volunteers in NGOs

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TheJournal.ie 22d ago General
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Non-profits have been targeted by “bait emails” asking about how to illegally enter Ireland.
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Boy whose thumb was crushed in bollard accident settles action for €40,000

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Irish Times News 22d ago General
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The GAA National Games Development Centre in Abbotstown Co Dublin, part of Sport Campus Ireland. Photograph: Bryan O'Brien
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Future days off considered for Irish football playoffs at Oireachtas committee

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Irish Times News 22d ago General
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Republic of Ireland fans at the World Cup playoff against the Czech Republic in Prague in March. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho
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Catherine Connolly criticises pollution of Irish rivers in first major speech on the environment

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TheJournal.ie 22d ago General
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The president gave her assessment of where we’re at seven years since Ireland officially declared a climate and biodiversity emergency.
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Israel takes the stage in semis of boycotted Eurovision

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Al-Monitor 22d ago General
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Israel will take to the stage as the Eurovision semi-finals kick off in Vienna on Tuesday, with its very participation triggering the song contest's biggest-ever political boycott. This year marks the 70th edition of Eurovision, the…
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How a PLC course can forge your path in education after the Leaving Cert

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Irish Times News 23d ago General
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Post Leaving Certificate courses can help ground people after secondary school and give them a feel for a subject area they may want to pursue further. Illustration: Getty Images/iStockphoto
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Energy providers in Ireland are not making ‘excessive profit’, regulator says

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TheJournal.ie 23d ago research
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Ireland has the highest household electricity prices in the European Union, according to new research from statistical agency Eurostat.
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Boycotters Spain, Ireland, Slovenia will not show Eurovision

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Al-Monitor 23d ago General
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The public broadcasters for Spain, Ireland and Slovenia said Monday they will not show the 70th anniversary Eurovision Song Contest this week, as they boycott the TV extravaganza over Israel's participation. The three countries, along with…
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Ireland leads push for EU-wide sanctions on violent Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank

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TheJournal.ie 23d ago General
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Helen McEntee has said that the EU “cannot continue to be bystanders” as Ireland seeks sanctions against violent settlers.
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Diageo opens Guinness brewery in Kildare, focused on new markets

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TheJournal.ie 23d ago General
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Guinness sold in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and North America will continue to be made at St James’s Gate in Dublin 8.
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Secretary-General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs meets Irish Ambassador

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Gulf Times Education 23d ago higher-ed
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His Excellency Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi met on Monday with the Ambassador of the Republic of Ireland (non-resident) to the State of Qatar Alison Milton, on the occasion of the end…
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Secretary-General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs meets Irish Ambassador

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Gulf Times Qatar 23d ago higher-ed
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His Excellency Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi met on Monday with the Ambassador of the Republic of Ireland (non-resident) to the State of Qatar Alison Milton, on the occasion of the end…
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The 8 at 8: Monday

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TheJournal.ie 23d ago General
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Ambulance service members begin industrial action, Irish people on board hantavirus cruise ship back in Ireland and Trump rejects Iran’s terms for ending war
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Here are the 12 vacant and derelict buildings that Ireland's councils asked to CPO in March

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TheJournal.ie 24d ago General
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Six councils sought to CPO houses via An Coimisiún Pleanála last month.
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Two Irish passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship return home

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Irish Times News 24d ago General
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A ambulance leaving Casement Aerodrome in Baldonnel, Dublin, after passengers from the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius cruise ship were repatriated to Ireland on Sunday night. Photograph: Niall Carson/PA Wire
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Why the share price at Ireland’s biggest gambling company has crashed by over 60%

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TheJournal.ie 24d ago General
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The stock price for Flutter, the firm behind Paddy Power, is currently tanking, and is down to a third of the price that it was at less than a year ago.
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Amid a boycott and with past winners steering clear, what can we expect from Eurovision 2026?

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TheJournal.ie 25d ago General
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Five countries that traditionally take part aren’t sending an act while Ireland, Spain and Slovenia are ignoring the contest altogether and won’t be braodcasting the shows.
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Opinion: Germany's 'constructive dialogue' is a sham, a cloak used to shield its support of a genocidal regime

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Middle East Eye 25d ago higher-ed
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Opinion: Germany's 'constructive dialogue' is a sham, a cloak used to shield its support of a genocidal regime On 21 April, Germany, together with Italy, blocked a motion by Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia to suspend the EU-Israel trade…
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This country is expected to hold a referendum on joining the EU

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TheJournal.ie 26d ago policy
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Thomas Byrne, Minister of State for EU Affairs, said Ireland would welcome such a referendum.
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DUSciFi, an Up-and-Coming Society

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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A quintessential Trinity experience: You see a flyer for an upcoming Phil debate and say to yourself, “What the hell, might as well give the Pav a break”, and decide to enrich your Thursday afternoon with some lively parley. Excitedly, you…
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The Unsuspecting Gallery: An Investigation into Art and the Ussher

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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“I never understood the educational value of bare walls”, wrote George Dawson, at the inauguration of the Exhibition Hall and the Henry Moore exhibition at the then-Berkeley Library, 1967. Following a long tradition of appreciation for the…
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Rethinking Waste in Dublin’s Busiest Season

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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The evidence of Dublin’s busiest season is not initially found in its crowd, not even in the swelling queues that curl out of your favourite cafes. It is in the black bin bag tied and lifted before dawn that you glimpse on your walk home.…
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Dublin’s Fantastic Film Clubs

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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As we edge closer to what is going to be a perfectly Irish summer, Dublin is coming alive in all its cinematic sunniness, and the best way to experience that is by going to one of the city’s many film clubs. April has already seen the…
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Four TV Series and a Film: April 2026

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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Four Films and a TV is a very special column that has been giving out very special recommendations. Every month, the editor has made a list of underappreciated but unparalleled films (four) and (TV) series (one). The intentions of this…
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Where to Snack and Study For Exams

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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Blás Cafe Just off of Parnell St, on King’s Inn St, Blás cafe is much more local than it is central, as it sits in an art hub. The large open space is ideal for studying in larger groups, and as your final presentations rear their ugly…
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‘Don’t jump to conclusions’: Reform’s rise and what it could mean for Ireland

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TheJournal.ie 26d ago policy
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The ascendancy of Reform is ‘ominous’, but Irish government figures are cautious in their reaction.
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No Coach, No Problem: Trinity Women’s Volleyball Claim Third Championship Title, Men’s Finish Second Overall

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University Times Ireland 26d ago higher-ed
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Overview: On Friday, March 27th, Trinity Women’s and Men’s Collegiate Volleyball travelled to the University of Limerick to face off against Maynooth University and the University of Galway, respectively, for the championship titles of the…
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Is nuclear energy a realistic option for Ireland?

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TheJournal.ie 26d ago General
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Has modern technology answered the long-standing concerns over nuclear safety, and is it even viable for a country of our size?
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Recycling rates stagnate as waste volumes grow, leaving Ireland way off target

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Irish Times News 27d ago General
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Ireland's recycling rate has been stuck at 41-42 per cent for the last four years, but it should have reached 55 per cent last year. Photograph: iStock
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Seán Kyne holds a narrow lead over Independent Ireland candidate in TG4's Galway West poll

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TheJournal.ie 27d ago policy
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The former Government chief whip, Seán Kyne of Fine Gael is leading the way in Galway West, according to a Nuacht TG4 opinion poll published this evening.
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Charles wants to visit, but we're not sure what to do with him

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TheJournal.ie 27d ago General
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Christine Bohan, Christina Finn and Rónán Duffy discuss what kind of visit this should be, and whether Ireland has moved on enough that it’s just another head of state dropping by.
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Minister says former colonial powers should return 'loot' and 'plunder' to Ireland

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TheJournal.ie 27d ago policy
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Patrick O’Donovan said there is a “compulsion” on countries that are funding museums they know to contain things that was taken from people against their will to return it.
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Kerry-Donegal game to be shown on GAA+ as All-Ireland SFC fixtures revealed

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TheJournal.ie 27d ago General
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Cork-Meath and Roscommon-Tyrone will also be live on GAA+, while RTÉ have Galway against Kildare.
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Time to act: Animal cruelty still happens every day in Ireland – our laws must catch up

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TheJournal.ie 27d ago policy
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From dog breeding to greyhound racing, Pat Watt of the NSPCA outlines the reforms needed to match public concern with real protections for animals in law.
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Trinity Sport Union Holds AGM, Hears from Prospective Committee Candidates

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University Times Ireland 28d ago higher-ed
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On Wednesday, May 6th, Trinity Sport Union (TSU) hosted its annual general meeting, where the current Chairperson, Jane Prendergast, delivered her end-of-year report and prospective candidates for the Chair role in 2026/2027 delivered…
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Taoiseach doubles down on nuclear energy comments amid heated Dáil debate

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TheJournal.ie 28d ago General
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Micheál Martin says he believes Ireland should look at nuclear energy, and work out costs and timelines.
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Harris' saving scheme would favour wealthy and 'be another hole in our tax base', economists warn

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TheJournal.ie 28d ago General
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Take-up for the savings scheme “will be low” among the bottom 20% of earners in Ireland, economists will warn.
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Children’s Rights Alliance calls on Meta to engage with media watchdog investigation

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Irish Times News 28d ago General
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Meta platforms Instagram and Facebook are being investigated by Ireland's media watchdog for any Digital Services Act breaches. Photograph: Alamy/PA
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The 8 at 8: Wednesday

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TheJournal.ie 28d ago General
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Trump puts Strait of Hormuz operation on pause, Spain to receive hantavirus-hit cruise ship and Ireland paying highest electricty costs in the EU.
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Ireland has the highest household electricity prices in the EU

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TheJournal.ie 28d ago research
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New research shows that, at 40.42 cent per kilowatt-hour, prices here are almost 40% above the EU average.
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Poll: Should Ireland lift the ban on nuclear power?

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TheJournal.ie 29d ago General
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Taoiseach Micheál Martin suggested Ireland could revisit its ban on nuclear power at a European summit yesterday.
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Ireland just signed up to a global pact aimed at keeping things from kicking off in outer space

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TheJournal.ie 29d ago General
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The agreement sets out how countries should work together to explore the Moon and beyond.
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First EB-specific gel treatment in Ireland made available by the HSE

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TheJournal.ie 29d ago General
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EB, also known as butterfly skin, is caused by the absence of proteins between the skin layers, making the skin ultra fragile and easy to wound.
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Tesco fails to get order forcing homewares retailer to stay open in superstore

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Irish Times News 29d ago General
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The High Court has ruled that a loss-making independent homewares retailer in a Tesco Ireland superstore does not have to continue to stay open pending the full hearing of a dispute over a “keep open” clause in a licensing agreement…
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Debunked: No, nine out of ten Ukrainians in Ireland are not unemployed

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TheJournal.ie 29d ago General
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Many Ukrainians cited English language skills as a barrier to employment.
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Government considering loan write-off scheme for medicine students - if they stay in Ireland

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TheJournal.ie 29d ago policy
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The proposal could see Graduate Entry Medical students given a bursary conditional on them staying in Ireland after graduation.
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Economic growth expected for island of Ireland but at slower pace due to fuel supply turbulence

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TheJournal.ie 29d ago General
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EY has said events in the Middle East had ‘adversely affected’ Ireland’s inflationary outlook.
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Met Éireann forecasts cooler weather across Ireland as high pressure dominates

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Irish Times News 30d ago General
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It is likely to turn cooler and more mixed towards the end of the week, Met Éireann said. Photograph: Chris Maddaloni
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Man City drop points in title race as last-gasp leveller rescues draw at Everton

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TheJournal.ie 30d ago General
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Jeremy Doku scored a dramatic equaliser for City, with Ireland defender Jake O’Brien among the Everton goalscorers.
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Toxic chemical fears may see Ireland's furniture fire safety law scrapped

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TheJournal.ie 30d ago policy
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Ireland’s regulations are an outlier in the EU. Ikea has called for changes to be made quickly.
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Ireland, an electrostate: 100 years after Ardnacrusha, we now face the same energy challenges

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TheJournal.ie 30d ago General
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Barry Andrews argues that until Ireland embraces true energy independence, we will be caught up in the endless global turmoil that comes with fossil fuel dependency.
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