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Sunday 1 February 2026 Dublin: 6°C
Dublin
Man dead and two women hospitalised after fatal assault in Dublin
Shortly before 1.30am Gardaí and emergency services responded to reports of an assault that occurred on Foster Terrace, Dublin 3.
rising waters
ESB warns of Kildare flooding as release of water from reservoir may be needed
Ceasefire violation
Israeli strikes kill 28 people, including children, in Gaza
Organised Crime
Gardaí and Customs seize €10m worth of cannabis in County Louth operation
Flood damage
Flood relief payments to increase following Storm Chandra damage, Tánaiste says
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dark of winter
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Storm Chandra aftermath

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Union Rules
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forecasting
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back of the net
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Rules
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rising waters
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