Politics

Pentagon releases fresh batch of declassified UFO files
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Debunked: Anthony Fauci did not say that Covid was nothing more than the common flu
US appeals court upholds order to halt construction of Trump's White House ballroom
Dentists to be legally required to complete ongoing training under new plans
Criticism that HSE data has 'significant blind spot' on mental health emergencies
Yesterday
6th August 2026
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
Taoiseach and President soak up the vibes at Belfast's first Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
Tax receipts climb over 6% on last year as Harris hails resilient economy
Primary school hours under review as department considers changes to school day
Gravestones 'smashed to pieces' in criminal vandalism of historic Wexford graveyard
Gardaí are appealing for information on the incident, which they believe occurred between April and July.
Harris's new investment scheme could tax savers even if they lose money, Green Party warns
Applications open for Ukrainians to remain in State accommodation as contracts get phased out
Wednesday
5th August 2026
Here's what happened today: Wednesday
'He knows where I live': Female councillors continue to report 'unsettling' calls from private number
Over 160 e-bikes and e-scooters among seizures during garda day of action
Significant fuel price hike would force reconsideration of excise unwinding plan, says minister
Armed man arrested at Trump's golf course was ‘monitoring security’ ahead of his visit, police say
More than 6,000 people waiting for HSE counselling as waiting lists rise
Over two-thirds of parents are worried about the 'outrageous' cost of school uniforms
Tuesday
4th August 2026
'It's been terrifying': locals say action needed in wake of Dublin mountains wildfires
A local councillor is calling for the establishment of a special taskforce to deal with wildfire response.
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
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Cén fáth go mbíonn muid fós ag streachailt leis an síneadh fada?
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EU ready to back Spain and protect borders after Ceuta crisis, says Jim O'Callaghan
This week
2nd August 2026 - 7th August 2026
Sinn Féin and Fine Gael level in latest poll, as Fianna Fáil fall to two-year low
A fake story about the housing crisis tried to make me gamble with an online casino in Cyprus
Trump to hold off on new strikes as Middle East allies reach outline of deal to end Iran war
Government touts faster asylum decisions as lawyer warns rushed process risks genuine claims
There has been criticism of cases being decided without an oral hearing.
Last week
26th July 2026 - 1st August 2026
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
Belfast native and Labour candidate voted in as Manchester mayor, succeeding Andy Burnham
We will actually lose something when we get rid of our motor tax discs
Paddy Comyn
E-scooter ban puts promised bike and electric car rental hubs on ice
The Green Party has criticised the government’s decision to stall the pilot scheme as ‘totally spurious’.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Irish Rail lodge planning application for second of eight new railway stations in Cork
'Show me the money!' - Why Wall St and Silicon Valley are having a Jerry Maguire moment over AI
After years of funding Silicon Valley’s AI ambitions, investors want more than grand visions.