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‘Vulnerable’ taxi man who took possession of loaded handgun in ‘moment of madness’ jailed
A 'vulnerable' taxi driver who took possession of a loaded gun handed to him by a criminal in a 'moment of madness' has been jailed for three and a...
Eight people charged over Ireland’s biggest drugs haul off Cork have cases transferred to Special Criminal Court
The seizure of €157m of cocaine from the MV Matthew off Cork was the biggest in the history of the State. Photo: PAEight men charged in relation to...
Man in court charged over alleged attempt to remove Palestinian flag from Leinster House
A man who was arrested for scaling the railings at Leinster House in an alleged attempt to remove the Palestinian flag has been granted bail. The i...
GAA and GPA express ‘deep concerns’ about crisis in Gaza and call for immediate ceasefire
An Antrim supporter raises a Palestine flag before the Leinster SHC round five match against Carlow at Corrigan Park in Belfast. Photo: Shauna Clin...
Over 100 motorcyclists killed in road incidents in last five years
A total of 105 motorcyclists were killed on roads in the State over the last five years, a new report from the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has rev...
Record-holding Sherpa guide concerned about rubbish on Everest’s higher camps
Renowned Sherpa mountain guide Kami Rita, left, returning from Mount Everest after his record 30th successful ascent, arrives at the airport in Kat...
Israel denies strike on camp near Rafah that Gaza officials say killed 21 people
LATEST | Twenty one dead after shells hit tent camp, say Gaza officialsIsrael says 'contrary to...reports', it did not strike campIsraeli tanks adv...
Man charged over alleged threatening incident at Parnell Square
A man arrested in connection with an incident at Parnell Square in Dublin city on Tuesday has been charged. The man aged in his 30s was arrested on...
Crackdown on road deaths: Gardaí to test for drugs at crash sites from Friday
In the past, gardaí could use their discretion whether or not to test for drugs. However, this will now be mandatory for drivers who are involved i...
What the papers say: Wednesday’s front pages
Ireland's recognition of the state of Palestine, questions over Professor Philip Nolan's new role, and payments to asylum seekers are some of the s...
Dáil suspended after protesters in chamber call for sanctions on Israel, as Taoiseach calls for ceasefire before ‘Netanyahu’s next tragic mistake’
Simon Harris told the Dáil that recognising the state of Palestine is “a proud day for Ireland” The group of demonstrators, who were sitting in the...
Harris’ call for review of bulk-purchase of homes criticised as ‘spoof’
Simon Harris’ call for a review of the bulk purchase of homes has been criticised by Mary Lou McDonald as a “spoof”. The Taoiseach and Fine Gael le...
We must bring about ceasefire in Gaza before ‘Netanyahu’s next tragic mistake’, Taoiseach tells Dáil
Simon Harris told the Dáil that recognising the state of Palestine is “a proud day for Ireland” In a statement to the Dáil, as Ireland formally rec...
VW Group to sell cars directly to Irish customers for all its brands from 2026
Volkswagen Group is to sell its new cars directly online to Irish customers from June 2026 in a move that will see its retailers become responsible...
Man (30s) ‘brandishing knife’ arrested outside school on Dublin’s Parnell Square
breaking | Stock imageKen Foy and Neil FetherstonhaughToday at 14:20A man has been arrested following an incident on Dublin’s Parnell Square involv...
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