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This month
May 2026
no surprises there
Wes Streeting (finally) confirms he will run in any leadership contest to replace Starmer
Updated 16 May
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22
RELATED
Why does almost nobody in Britain seem to like Keir Starmer?
16 May
Burnham to seek Westminster return after path opens to challenge Starmer
14 May
Keir's woes: Starmer may be weak, but his opponents are not strong
14 May
The people who could be the next UK Prime Minister if Keir Starmer goes
12 May
Staying Put
Taoiseach dismisses leadership speculation amid poor Fianna Fáil polling in byelection
16 May
14.0k
57
Champions Again
Celtic claim Scottish Premiership title with dramatic win over Hearts
The 42
16 May
10.4k
38
Cost of Living
'Very strong emphasis' on easing pressure on families in Budget 2027, says Taoiseach
16 May
13.2k
59
UK
At least 11 arrested as thousands descend on London for two major protests
16 May
10.4k
Boys of Tommen
Cast for TV adaptation of Cork author's novel series announced
16 May
14.8k
13
St Macdara’s Island
Body of man (30s) recovered off Co Galway coast after boat capsized
16 May
10.9k
tommy fleming
'I'm finally being honest': Singer Tommy Fleming says he is gay after years 'living a lie'
16 May
27.9k
Revenue
Man arrested following €515k seizure of cannabis at Dublin Airport
16 May
8.0k
Nigeria
Trump says IS second-in-command killed in US-Nigerian mission
16 May
6.9k
45
Witness appeal
Investigation after man (30s) dies following incident on Dublin's Henry Street
The incident has also been referred to Fiosrú, the garda ombudsman.
16 May
33.4k
Surrealing in the Years
Surrealing in the Years: How is Bertie Ahern still finding new ways to disappoint us?
Carl Kinsella
16 May
7.5k
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Keir Starmer’s leadership challenge, milder weather from next week, and what exactly does Derek Mooney do at RTÉ?
16 May
2.9k
Weather
An unsettled weekend ahead, but a milder spell is due next week
16 May
9.0k
21
Palestine
Israel kills at least seven in strike on Gaza it says targeted Hamas military leader
Gaza has seen near-daily Israeli fire despite a US-brokered ceasefire agreement reached in October.
16 May
2.3k
Taiwan
Taiwan says it is a 'sovereign' country after Trump warned against declaring independence
16 May
12.0k
The Daily Poll
Poll: Who do you think should be the next leader of Fianna Fáil?
16 May
22.5k
140
Road Deaths
Drink-driving: If your chance of being caught is 1 in 77, where is the deterrent?
Paddy Comyn
16 May
9.5k
46
local democracy
'The answer is early intervention': South Dublin groups highlight anti-social behaviour issues
16 May
14.4k
67
Golf
McIlroy charges up the leaderboard at PGA Championship as Lowry clings on
The 42
Updated 16 May
18.5k
15
The Morning Lead
Why does almost nobody in Britain seem to like Keir Starmer?
‘Unambitious’, ‘bland’ and ‘worst of both worlds’ – the critics have not been kind to Starmer in recent months.
Andrew Walsh
16 May
12.8k
69
League of Ireland
Daniel Kelly delivers edge required for Shelbourne against St Patrick's Athletic
The 42
reports from Richmond Park
15 May
2.4k
top five
Watkins double downs Liverpool and helps Aston Villa book Champions League spot
The 42
15 May
6.7k
News Fix
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
15 May
2.6k
Beijing
Trump warns against Taiwan independence after China visit
15 May
12.4k
48
mooney goes wild
What does Derek Mooney do at RTÉ?
15 May
30.5k
51
Eurovision
'No Stage for Genocide' concert held in Vienna, with more protests expected over weekend
Updated 15 May
5.6k
34
WASHINGTON TALKS
Israel and Lebanon extending ceasefire despite new strikes
15 May
1.4k
19
any good recs?
Poll: What did you make of Legends?
15 May
11.7k
children's health ireland
Robots will be used to transport food, medicines and supplies around National Children’s Hospital
Twenty of the driverless robots have been purchased for use in the new National Children’s Hospital.
15 May
14.7k
75
childhood in a rocky world
Navigating an uncertain world: The adults are panicking, but the kids are alright
Gwen Loughman
15 May
3.2k
14
FactCheck
Debunked: Posts misrepresent a routine honour given to the Iranian ambassador by the Vatican
15 May
3.9k
The Morning Lead
Owner 'furious' as busy café at Dublin Castle ordered to shut down for EU presidency
The Silk Road Café was looking forward to celebrating 25 years in business in July before it was told it must close for six months.
Emma Hickey
Updated 15 May
74.8k
108
Courts
Family of woman stabbed 13 times 'haunted' by what her final moments must have been like
15 May
8.6k
walks like a duck
'Groundhog Day': RTÉ under fire as it confirms Derek Mooney earned enough to make top 10 lists
RTÉ said that in 2020 up to 2024 Mooney was designated as a producer, and not as a presenter
Updated 15 May
33.2k
92
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RTÉ paid Ray D’Arcy and Claire Byrne combined €97k after they stopped working for broadcaster
15 May
Courts
Man found guilty in trial of six men accused of sexually abusing deaf relative
15 May
11.1k
Controversy
Bertie Ahern regrets remarks as Martin says former Taoiseach free to canvass for party
15 May
19.7k
114
Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
15 May
2.0k
Newshound Quiz
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
15 May
13.4k
9
FactCheck
Debunked: There is no government scheme offering free cheese to recipients of a hantavirus vaccine
15 May
4.0k
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