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Thursday
26th March 2026
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Trump claims Iran ‘afraid to say’ it wants deal, inflation could rise due to energy crisis, and Irish descend on Prague for crucial play-off.
Updated 26 Mar
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Negotiations
Trump claims Iran is 'afraid to say' it wants a peace deal
In Abu Dhabi, two people were killed and three others injured after missile debris struck a residential area.
Updated 26 Mar
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get up to speed
All you need to know about the biggest Ireland football match of the decade so far
Updated 26 Mar
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Mike Cubbard
Mayor of Galway running to fill vacant Connolly seat on 'Galway First' platform
26 Mar
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Economic Outlook
Energy shock caused by war in Iran could push inflation above 4%, Central Bank warns
26 Mar
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The Morning Lead
'It will be absolutely packed' - Dublin pubs get set for one of the busiest nights of the year
Pubs across the country will be packed to the rafters with nervous fans this evening as Ireland face Czechia.
26 Mar
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Wednesday
25th March 2026
Squaring tickets
Solicitor for 'vindicated' Limerick gardaí said garda management refused to listen to warnings
Niall O'Connor
Reporting from Limerick
Updated 25 Mar
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Prague
VIDEO - LIVE FROM PRAGUE: Holy Troy Parrott | The Irish takeover continues
25 Mar
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RIP
Tributes paid to Alex Lawes, co-founder of popular Dublin bar and brewery, after his death
25 Mar
52.7k
John Cooney
Family of Galway boxer who died after professional fight ‘hope inquest will bring change to the sport’
25 Mar
13.2k
Infrastructure delivery
Government criticised for exempting Critical Infrastructure Bill from pre-legislative scrutiny
25 Mar
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evening fix
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
25 Mar
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Diageo
Planning green light for Guinness producer to double capacity of Kildare Brewery at cost of €260m
25 Mar
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Irish heritage
Lean ar aghaidh: The Irish language is having a moment, as the country rediscovers its voice
Finbarr Bradley
25 Mar
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personal story
From 'tearing across the M50' to the cusp of the World Cup - Dara O'Shea's dad reflects on son's journey
In a quiet corner in Prague, Sean O’Shea speaks of his pride as son prepares to take his place at heart of Ireland’s defence tomorrow.
David Sneyd
reports from Prague
25 Mar
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Health
Commercial sunbeds should be banned as 'no safe level of exposure', says working group
25 Mar
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special envoy
Mairead McGuinness has got a new gig promoting freedom of religion on behalf of the EU
25 Mar
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39
price at the pumps
The excise cuts kicked in at midnight - so why haven't all filling stations dropped their prices?
25 Mar
15.1k
76
Courts
Five members of Dublin gang jailed for assault in which ‘RAT’ was branded on victim’s face
25 Mar
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flying visit
Taoiseach was lobbied about Dublin Airport's passenger cap by US airlines in Washington
25 Mar
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Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
25 Mar
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Lyra McKee
Three men accused of murder of Lyra McKee linked to scene by clothing and physical features
25 Mar
3.4k
beg your pardon
Government to exclude applications from before 1922 for consideration of Presidential pardon
25 Mar
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anyone buying or selling
Over 2,000 Ireland fans expected to be in home end for World Cup play-off
25 Mar
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6
Supreme Court
Asylum seekers had to 'defecate on the street' as they had no access to toilet facilities
However, a barrister representing the State argued that the situation is not something asylum seekers can sue over.
Stephen McDermott
Updated 25 Mar
13.9k
Groundhog Day
CHI CEO says over 500 staff still needed as Children's Hospital handover is delayed again
25 Mar
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Divine Intervention
This father-son team has brought along homemade Saint Troy Parrott candles for a Prague miracle
Graeme Finegan and his 12-year-old James forging memories of a lifetime together in Prague.
David Sneyd
reports from Prague
25 Mar
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Leaders' Questions
Dáil hears how there are 'no options' for aging parents of children with disabilities
25 Mar
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Shannon
Man (20s) injured in weekend electric scrambler crash in Co Clare dies
25 Mar
10.1k
Green Light
Seamus Coleman declares himself fit and ready for Ireland's World Cup play-off with Czechia
The 42
reports from the Fortuna Arena, Prague
25 Mar
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spending and saving
How are you dealing with the cost of living? Would you like to keep a Money Diary for us?
The Journal reader
25 Mar
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Courts
Marketing executive charged over cannabis seizure at Dublin offices of Newstalk and Today FM
Seafra O’Donovan, an employee of Bauer Media, was charged with unlawful possession of cannabis and having it for sale or supply at Marconi House.
25 Mar
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Cost of Living
Construction inflation caused by Iran War could hit house building in Ireland, ESRI warns
25 Mar
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The Daily Poll
Will you go to any gigs this summer?
25 Mar
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46
outsourcing the problem
MEP Maria Walsh: Why I’m voting against Europe’s migration ‘return hubs’ policy
Maria Walsh
Updated 25 Mar
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45
passenger cap
Dublin Airport's passenger cap could mean fare increases and 'US retaliation', airlines tell TDs
25 Mar
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41
head to head
'You're in right bad humour': Healy-Rae accuses radio host of 'badgering' him about fox hunting
25 Mar
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bit windy
Last night's heavy winds caused hazardous conditions and ongoing power outages
25 Mar
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Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Unresolved bicycle theft, fuel excise cuts, and proposed ceasefire plans for the Middle East.
Updated 25 Mar
2.8k
One Man's Trash
A Fianna Fáil TD wants the British Museum to give us back our artefacts
25 Mar
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