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International

Last week
15th March 2026 - 28th March 2026
Joseph Kent
US counter-terrorism chief appointed by Trump resigns over war in Iran
Updated 17 Mar
21.5k
Middle East
Fresh explosions in Dubai and Doha as Israel launches 'wide-scale' strikes on Tehran
The UAE shut down its airspace as the military reported it was “responding to missile and drone threats” from Iran.
Updated 17 Mar
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RELATED
Taoiseach says Ireland won’t be getting involved in Trump plan to secure Strait of Hormuz
16 Mar
‘This didn’t just happen last week’: Rising fuel prices push motorists to fill up in the North
12 Mar
Afghanistan
Up to 400 people reported dead after Kabul hospital hit by strike blamed on Pakistan
17 Mar
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10
the big breakfast
US vice president JD Vance urged to visit Ireland by Taoiseach during Washington DC breakfast
17 Mar
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When in America
Taoiseach quizzed on negative Irish media coverage of US relations during Fox News interview
17 Mar
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Ali Larijani
Israel says it has killed Iran's national security chief
17 Mar
7.7k
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Gardaí investigate suspected stabbing in Cork, Martin set for White House visit – and warm, sunny weather on the way.
Updated 17 Mar
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visiting ukraine
It turns out Sean Penn had a pretty good excuse for not showing up to collect his Oscar
17 Mar
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New York
Zohran Mamdani says he hasn't 'thought enough' about whether he supports a United Ireland
16 Mar
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Havana
Trump vows to 'take' Cuba as the island reels from US-imposed oil embargo
16 Mar
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strait of hormuz
Trump wants more enthusiasm from US allies for mission to secure Strait of Hormuz
Global oil prices have surged by 40 to 50% as Iran attacks shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
16 Mar
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Middle East
Iranian players head for Oman as five squad members drop plans to seek asylum in Australia
16 Mar
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Academy Awards
'No to war and free Palestine': How politics took centre stage at this year's Oscars
Updated 16 Mar
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EU Navy Solution
Taoiseach says Ireland won’t be getting involved in Trump plan to secure Strait of Hormuz
Any ships used would need anti-aircraft capability as a pre-requisite for joining, which would rule out Ireland as a partner.
16 Mar
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Dubai Airport
Dublin Airport warns of disruption to Middle East flights today after drone attack in Dubai
Updated 16 Mar
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Oil Prices
UK government announces cap on energy bills for next three months due to soaring prices
Updated 16 Mar
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West Bank
Children who survived Israeli gunfire recount troops killing their parents and brothers
16 Mar
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oscars 2026
In Memoriam: Billy Crystal's tribute to Rob Reiner and Barbra Streisand sings for Robert Redford
Updated 16 Mar
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Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Jessie Buckley makes history in Los Angles as Irish Americans in Boston give their views on Trump and the Taoiseach.
Updated 16 Mar
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Iran
Trump appeals to other countries to send warships to keep Strait of Hormuz 'open and safe'
16 Mar
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86
Luck of the Irish
Dubliner Richard Baneham adds to Ireland's tally with his third (!) Oscar win
16 Mar
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and the oscar goes to...
Oscars 2026: All the winners as One Battle After Another bags six awards, including Best Picture
The American epic also won Best Director, Best Supporting Actor, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Editing and the first ever Oscar for Best Casting.
16 Mar
24.3k
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Kerry Gold
'The beautiful chaos of a mother’s heart': Jessie Buckley makes Irish history with Best Actress Oscar
The Killarney native is the first Irish woman to win the award.
16 Mar
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86
gold statuettes
Michael B Jordan bests DiCaprio and Chalamet to scoop Best Actor Oscar for Sinners
Updated 16 Mar
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lights camera action
Conan O'Brien opens the Oscars with digs at ex-prince Andrew, AI and Timothée Chalamet
15 Mar
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on the red carpet
All the best gúnas and tuxes from the 98th Academy Awards
There’s never any shortage of glitz and glamour on Oscars night.
Updated 15 Mar
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16
Quiz
Quiz: Do you remember these infamous Oscar moments?
15 Mar
11.6k
5
Academy Awards
How likely is an Irish win, who's hosting and where can I watch? Your essential Oscars guide
We’re just hours away from finding out whether Jessie Buckley will be the first Irish woman to win Best Actress at the Academy Awards.
Updated 15 Mar
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RELATED
Ireland and the Oscars: A story of talented nominees, nearly a century old
15 Mar
Drones, snubs, racial politics and felines: this Oscars has a host of possible controversies
14 Mar
Inside the expensive race to win an Oscar from Ireland
8 Mar
Premier League
Richarlison's late equaliser at Liverpool earns Spurs their first point under Igor Tudor
The 42
15 Mar
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Palestine
Israeli strike on police vehicle kills nine officers, Gaza ministry says
15 Mar
3.9k
Helen McEntee
'No reason to believe' Irish airspace being used by US as part of war on Iran, Minister says
Jane Matthews
reports from Boston
Updated 15 Mar
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In command
United strengthen grip on Champions League places with Villa win
The 42
15 Mar
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Peace Talks
Zelenskyy says Ukraine waiting on US and Russia to set next round of talks
15 Mar
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Norfolk
London’s Burning actor John Alford dies in prison months after being jailed for sexual assault
15 Mar
28.2k
Neutrality
Switzerland refuses two US overflights linked to war on Iran
15 Mar
19.3k
61
Middle East
Iran vows to 'target and kill' Netanyahu as Trump threatens more strikes 'just for fun'
The Israeli air force said yesterday that more than 200 Iranian targets were struck in a 24-hour period.
Updated 15 Mar
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7 deadly reads
Sitdown Sunday: What really happened to the missing Malaysian Airlines flight MH370?
15 Mar
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Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Iran vows to ‘target and kill’ Netanyahu, Taoiseach US trip continues and Irish hopefuls head to Academy Awards.
15 Mar
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The Voice of Hind Rajab
Palestinian actor says that Trump's travel ban means he cannot attend Oscars tonight
15 Mar
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shamrock shakes
Leo, Enda and Bertie: The Irish blueprints for the Taoiseach's St Patrick's Day dilemma
From Gaza to jobs, the Taoiseach must decide whether to risk it or play it safe during the high-stakes Oval Office meeting.
15 Mar
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