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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...

Fall in anti-immigrant protests in Dublin, but aggression increasing

There has been a fall in anti-immigrant protests in Dublin, Garda Assistant Commissioner Angela Willis has said. However, she noted the level of ag...

Broadcaster Adrian Kennedy ‘fell off the chair’ after receiving prostate cancer diagnosis

Mr Kennedy opened up about battling prostate cancer “after much consideration” on his podcast Opinions Matter with Adrian & Jeremy.The radio st...

Plans submitted for space exploration centre in Co Roscommon

Plans for a new visitor attraction in Co Roscommon focused on space exploration have been submitted to Roscommon County Council. Metaversal Ltd has...

Eamonn Holmes addresses split with Ruth Langsford in first public appearance

Eamonn Holmes addresses split with Ruth Langsford in first public appearance Eamonn Holmes has thanked fans for their support ...

Dulux factory in Cork to close

The Dulux Paints factory in Cork is to close after 140 years in operation. A decision was recently taken by Dulux's parent company, Dutch firm Akzo...