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Politics

This month
October 2025
Explainer: Why were the Áras candidates asked about the tricolour in the first TV debate?
Opinion: The means test for carers is an insult and must be scrapped
Liam Quaide
US government shuts down as Republicans and Democrats fail to pass funding plan
Roughly 750,000 federal workers are expected to be furloughed, some potentially fired by the Trump administration.
Last month
September 2025
Councillor says she was struck in face during random attack on Dublin street
Construction bosses say they're sending their staff abroad for work because of uncertainty here
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The presidential debate raised many questions (like why doesn't Jim Gavin talk GAA?)
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Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Government urged to either expand UHL or build a new hospital to tackle overcrowding
Taoiseach says inquiry into scoliosis and spina bifida care must be 'transparent and public'
What's in the 20-point plan that Trump has proposed for peace in Gaza?
The plan calls for a ceasefire, release of hostages by Hamas within 72 hours, disarmament of Hamas and the gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
Fiery exchanges in Dáil over tender for €100k National Maternity Hospital bike shed
Michael Collins 'not happy' with councillor who took legal action over Bob Vylan gig
Taoiseach tells construction chiefs to 'stand up' for importance of immigration to industry
Catherine Connolly mentioned it a lot last night - what exactly is a military industrial complex?
Presidential debate: Connolly will be pleased, Gavin had his Weetabix and Humphreys seemed nervous
YouTube to pay Trump $22m settlement for suspending his account
There were 4,251 local authority homes sitting empty at the end of last year
Change to Dublin Airport passenger cap edges closer as minister seeks power to remove limit
Triple Lock divisions and a surprising OTB answer: What we learned from the Tonight Show debate
From the tricolour and immigration to housing and defence spending — there were a few rocky moments, but no major upsets arising from the debate.
Three Áras hopefuls talk defence, Gaza and immigration in first TV debate
Here’s how it played out.
Player Ratings: How did the presidential candidates perform in the first TV debate?
Donald Trump unveils plan for peace in Gaza - with a job for Tony Blair
Government commits to inquiry into scoliosis and spina bifida care
Independent Ireland councillor in legal bid to stop Bob Vylan concert after TD wrote to venue
'I'm saving the state money': Minister defends €10,000 offer to families to drop asylum claims
Gardaí received no reports of alleged attack and robbery of NFL quarterback in Dublin city
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson was allegedly attacked in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Students urged to check if they're eligible for grants as SUSI applications soar
It's showtime! The first of the presidential debates is tonight and it's all to play for
Taoiseach: 'There won't be a border poll before 2030'
The Good Friday Agreement “has to fulfill its potential”, said Martin.
Jim Gavin launches his presidential campaign in Dublin
Ireland's Central Bank governor wants to raise the retirement age - why are politicians so quiet?
Ireland’s pension system is heading for trouble as the population ages, but politicians are reluctant to raise the retirement age — leaving the country’s finances on a ticking time bomb.
Online smears spread about Jim Gavin came from 'far right' figure, Taoiseach says
Taoiseach says he would have 'no issue' with US President Donald Trump addressing the Dáil
We asked a graphic design expert to rate the presidential election posters
Who’s used a very discreet party logo? And who scores a miserable 4/10?
Catherine Connolly 'understands opportunity of Irish unity', says Mary Lou McDonald
Families seeking asylum to be offered up to €10,000 to drop claims and leave the State
New drone sightings over Denmark military base as EU plans 'drone wall' to prevent incursions
At least 38 people killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza overnight
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What each candidate needs to do to win the presidency
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