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Irish

Hot School Meals: The intentions are good, but the delivery is poor
Jen Cummins
Earráidí admhaithe ag Roinn na Gaeltachta i dtuarascáil phleanála teanga
EU pretends it's business as usual with Trump, but beneath the surface fears remain
Althought the immediate crisis has subsided, EU leaders still met in Brussels last night to decide a coordinated response to Trump’s threats — but not everyone was happy about it.
Multiple apps encouraging Irish users to swap women's faces onto pornographic images and videos
Thousands of ads for the apps have appeared on social media sites in recent weeks.
All but one of the apps were labelled as suitable for children in Google and Apple app stores.
The issue has come under the spotlight after criticism over Grok for allowing users to alter images of women and children.
Yesterday
22nd January 2026
Final death toll from Spain's rail disaster is 45 after two more bodies found
There was major drama in The Traitors UK this evening, heading into the final weekend
Taser deployed four times before fatal shooting of George Nkencho, inquest hears
Here's what happened today: Thursday
Spotted a new deduction from your payslip? It's probably your new pension
The auto-enrolment pension scheme, here’s how it works.
Donald Trump departs Shannon Airport on journey home from Davos
It’s understood the US President’s plane, Air Force One, refuelled on the tarmac in Shannon.
Noah Donohoe’s mother questions police probe, storm drain access and CCTV gaps as inquest begins
'That's my little girl': Jessie Buckley's mother is 'so proud' of daughter's Oscar nomination
Taoiseach wants 'clarification' on Trump 'Board of Peace' as Harris says there are 'red flags'
Investigation into Superintendent and gardaí was 'vicious', Garda penalty points trial told
Bord Bia board backs chair Larry Murrin amid backlash over Brazilian beef controversy
This off-duty Irish doctor helped save a victim of a shark attack in Sydney
Tánaiste says Cabinet proposals ready in weeks to deal with AI non-consensual sexual images
Man found guilty of the murder of Bruna Fonseca in Cork city
This leaping cow nearly caused a major crash on a rainy M6 this morning
Zelenskyy references Groundhog Day and criticises European inaction in Davos speech
Five children arrested in connection with alleged sexual assault of girl in Dublin
How is an Irish general driving EU defence strategy?
Serving Garda charged with rape, child cruelty and serious assault in Co Donegal
Jessie Buckley nominated for an Oscar for her leading role in Hamnet
Buckley’s co-star Paul Mescal missed out on a Supporting Actor nomination.
Child who waited years for dental care now has to have jaw 'broken twice', committee told
President Connolly cancels engagements scheduled for today after husband took ill at event
Celebrity chef Darina Allen tells TDs hot school meals are 'not fit for purpose' (not everyone agreed though)
Deception and delusion in Davos: What's going on in Trump's head?
Bobby McDonagh
Does a film’s runtime influence your decision to watch it?
Man hospitalised after collision with garda patrol vehicle in Waterford
No laughing matter: What is nitrous oxide and why are doctors alarmed by its use?
Dr Catherine Conlon
Who is the Irish former rugby player starring in the new Game of Thrones spin-off?
The Guardian remarked that Peter Claffey, a former rugby player clocking in at 6 ft 5 in, is ‘suitably tall’ for the role.
Suspicious package delivered to Donald Trump's Doonbeg golf resort deemed safe, gardaí say
Only an invasion will stop Ireland's day at the White House
Liverpool's 3-0 win over Marseille puts them fourth in Champions League table
Oscar nominations are going to be announced later. Here's what to expect
Taoiseach to travel from Davos to Brussels for emergency summit as Trump walks back threats
Irish general in top EU role: Military build-up is not about war - it's about sustaining peace
The former head of the Irish Defence Forces insists “we have to be at a position whereby we show enough deterrence to ensure that we sustain the conditions for peace”.