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28th December 2025 - 3rd January 2026
Sinn Féin may boycott US St Patrick's Day trip again next year
This year the party boycotted the visit in protest over US involvement in the genocide in Gaza.
When Bertie Ahern brought loyalists to Dublin and they raised 'ethnic cleansing' by republicans
The Loyalist Commission had representatives from the UVF, UDA and Red Hand Commando.
Live the high life at this hilltop haven overlooking Malahide for €2,100,000
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December 2025
How might Ireland fare at the Oscars in 2026?
Shannon Airport was an 'emergency landing' spot for the Space Shuttle if multiple engines failed
Dáimh Scoil Mhúscraí ag fiafraí an féidir leis an intleacht shaorga dán Ghaeilge a chumadh?
Teenage boy driving a tractor dies following collision in Clare
The crash happened shortly before 2pm on the R458, north of Crusheen.
Munster v Leinster, URC
Dry and bright weather to continue into new year
Arsenal return to Premier League summit after edgy victory over Brighton
Zelenskyy says overnight bombardment of Kyiv shows Russia does 'not want to end the war'
The barrage came ahead of tomorrow’s meeting between the Ukraine and US leadership in Florida.
Florian Wirtz nets first goal for Liverpool in nervy win over bottom side Wolves
Connacht v Ulster, URC
Thailand and Cambodia declare truce after weeks of fighting killed dozens
Photo released of man wanted in connection with alleged attempted murder in Co Down
Manchester City move top of the table momentarily with win at Nottingham Forest
US and Nigeria diverge in details over Christmas Day strikes on militants
Dublin Airport warns of disruptions to flights due to snowstorms in United States
Planning a 2026 holiday? Don't forget to check whether your passport is expiring
Should Ireland offer paid gap years for teenagers in the army?
Woman (70s) dies in Co Down crash on St Stephen's Day
White House did not want photo of Clinton shaking hands with Adams during 1995 visit
UK to offer gap years in the military to boost country’s defence
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Our picks for the political dramas to binge during Twixmas
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'Brit cards' raised eyebrows recently, but similar plans in 2005 didn't go down well here either
Newly released documents show anxious discussions among officials after Northern Bank Robbery
Tributes paid to young farmer who died in St Stephen's Day crash in Co Tyrone
Do you still have any Christmas leftovers?
Fans hospitalised for 'hysteria' at Boyzone gig in '95 had the Irish State all hot and bothered
Analysis: Ireland is still paying attention to news - just not in the same way we used to
Finian Murphy
Thirty years before CervicalCheck, sending smears abroad was being considered to save money
Prince Charles's team told Irish officials that Diana might fancy 'upstaging' him by visiting Ireland
State Papers from 30 years ago detailed the behind-the-scenes chat about Charles’ visit here.
Dorgu delivers the winner as Man United climb up to fifth in Premier League
Man United held off Newcastle to register a first home win in two months.
How much do you know about these Stephens, Steves, Stevies and Stephanies?
Here's What Happened Today: St Stephen's Day
From Rosie O'Donnell to Saipan: The biggest Late Late Show moments of 2025
Opinion: Abandoning the Triple Lock would be a grave mistake
Tom Clonan
Zelenskyy says he will meet Trump again in Florida this weekend