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International

This month
October 2025
'A conservation giant': Global figures react to death of revered chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall
EU leaders looking to build a 'drone wall' to counter Russian threat
Australia 'mushroom murderer' Erin Patterson to appeal conviction
Death toll from Philippines earthquake rises to 72 as search and rescue efforts wind down
Seven Irish citizens among activists detained as Israeli forces seize flotilla ships, organisers say
It is understood that at least four vessels have already been boarded by Israeli forces.
Hunter S. Thompson's death to be reviewed by officials 20 years after it was ruled a suicide
Oktoberfest grounds closed after fire and explosions leave one person dead in Munich
Tight security as Taoiseach and other EU leaders meet in Denmark to talk defence and drones
'As if the Earth stopped spinning': At least 69 killed in Philippines earthquake as search continues
Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban
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
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
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.
Boyzone are reuniting for a big stadium gig in London next summer
Ryanair won’t resume flights to Tel Aviv in row over move to 'high-cost' terminal
Catherine Connolly mentioned it a lot last night - what exactly is a military industrial complex?
The Simpsons Movie is getting a sequel after two decades
YouTube to pay Trump $22m settlement for suspending his account
Lawyer for suspect in Charlie Kirk killing wants more time to review evidence
Donald Trump unveils plan for peace in Gaza - with a job for Tony Blair
Independent Ireland councillor in legal bid to stop Bob Vylan concert after TD wrote to venue
Video game giant behind FIFA bought in record $55bn deal
EU environment boss tests positive for 'toxic' forever chemicals in her blood
Rory McIlroy criticises fan behaviour as video shows his wife Erica being hit by beer cup
Moldova's election result hailed as 'loud and clear' pro-EU vote - despite Russian pressure
Iran executes Israeli spy over access gained to vital databases
Shane Lowry said he lives for the Ryder Cup - now his name lives forever within it
Breaking down the moment Shane Lowry defied Europe’s potential disaster to guarantee victory.
At least four people killed after shooting and fire at Mormon church in Michigan
Arsenal complete dramatic comeback with 96th-minute win at Newcastle
China sentences its former agricultural minister to death
Gaza death toll climbs above 66,000 as Netanyahu prepares to meet Trump
Criminals could exploit Ireland's antiquated paper system of registering ships, experts warn
'Drained' McIlroy defies the hecklers as Europe take record lead into last day of Ryder Cup
Munster off to winning start under new boss Clayton McMillan
Liverpool's perfect Premier League start ended after last-gasp Crystal Palace winner
Israel blows up alleged Jerusalem attacker's house
England crowned Women's Rugby World Cup champions after defeating Canada
Europe lead USA by five at Ryder Cup after Saturday's Foursomes
Trump says he will send troops to Portland to handle ‘domestic terrorists’