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29th March 2026 - 4th April 2026
Poll: Should renting out garden pods be allowed and should there be tax relief perks?
U2 releases surprise 'Easter Lily' EP of anti-war anthems and personal ballads
Minister plans major boost to CAB powers to seize crypto-assets
Trump says US forces yet to start 'destroying what's left' in Iran
Here’s how transport services will be disrupted across the country this Easter weekend
Wind warning issued for entire country for Saturday as Storm Dave sweeps in
The warning will come into effect for the entire country at 2pm on Saturday.
The Road Safety Authority has urged road users "to take extra care" over the weekend.
The National Severe Weather and Flooding Coordination Group said local authorities "will be responding" in affected areas where needed.
Crime and class: Who really ends up behind bars in Ireland?
Lynn Ruane
'Mearbhall' ar eagras Ghaeilge i gcathair Chorcaí taréis diultú na Roinne dá phlean teanga
Calls to make public transport free to help conserve fuel as energy prices soar
“We can’t tax cut our way out of this crisis and every energy crisis,” Labour TD Ciarán Ahern said.
Man charged with animal cruelty as part of operation into alleged cock fighting in Tipperary
Eight people reported dead and 95 wounded after US strike on Iran's tallest bridge
After historic NASA mission launch, Artemis II astronauts given green light for lunar orbit
Saharan dust storm turns sky a deep red over holiday island of Crete
Gardaí investigating Creeslough explosion submit supplementary file to the DPP
Supporters of Lismore farmers occupy London book shop over Duke of Devonshire rent dispute
Five men arrested for failing to stop for gardaí and later being involved in collision with two cars
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
Two men arrested after €1m of cannabis seized in Co Louth
Prosecution of Trump's foes and Epstein files missteps marked Pam Bondi's turbulent tenure
‘You have to be serious’: Macron hits out at Trump for ‘unrealist’ statements on Iran war
Man arrested in connection with 2020 murder of Robbie Lawlor
Why are some Catholics upset at Pope Leo for washing the feet of 12 priests on Holy Thursday?
Donald Trump has sacked Pam Bondi as US attorney general
The US president described the 60-year-old as a "loyal friend".
Deputy attorney general Todd Blanche will take up the role on an interim basis.
Bondi said serving in the role had been "the honor of a lifetime".
FIFA criticised for 'ridiculous' pricing as World Cup final tickets on sale for almost $11k
Debunked: German chancellor did not say ‘send them all back’ about Syrians living in Germany
Seven-month-old baby killed by 'stray bullet' in New York
Turbulence ahead: Airline fuel costs are surging - so how will passengers be affected?
Eoghan Corry
Spring has sprung at Dublin Zoo with several new arrivals, including a sea lion from Mallorca
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Does Simon Harris want to create a nation of investment bros?
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Mission for 'highly skilled' Irish troops in Lebanon 'remains unchanged for now', says Chief of Staff
Gardaí are investigating after two men were shot in the early hours in Limerick city
Farage sacks Reform UK housing spokesman after 'everyone dies in the end' Grenfell fire comment
Leaving Cert orals clash forces Sligo football team to miss out on Connacht final
Anger in France over Trump remark that Macron 'treated very badly' by his wife
Wicklow GAA facing backlash after April Fools post that 'made a mockery of women in sport'
MetroLink boss Seán Sweeney steps down in fresh blow to long-awaited rail project
The New Zealander, who was appointed to the role in June 2024, said being separated from his family had become “unsustainable”.
2FM announces schedule shakeup with departure of Tracy Clifford and extended morning show
Dublin's Wax Museum hopes to shake off Sinéad O'Connor fiasco with €40k Taylor Swift figure
The waxwork is the first to be unveiled since a figure of Sinéad O’Connor was removed from display in 2024 after family complaints.