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Politics

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March 2026
Alan Shatter sues Paul Murphy TD over social media post about Jeffrey Epstein
Up to 20 families in one Limerick apartment block are given eviction notices
Phibsborough residents got their paintbrushes to spell out a message about these derelict homes
Residents on a busy Phibsborough street have painted a mural highlighting two long-derelict homes after plans to redevelop them as social housing were scrapped due to rising costs.
Taoiseach and Starmer enjoy a stroll in Fota House and back plans for 'Philomena’s Law'
The two leaders have attended several events in Cork for the second annual summit today and yesterday, including a business roundtable.
Senator tells GAA to 'get stuck in' and deliver 2027 timeline for integration
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
Pentagon says Iran's new supreme leader 'wounded' amid ongoing speculation over his health
Simon Harris signals interest in Swedish-style savings scheme
The finance minister spoke to The Journal at the Embassy of Ireland in Paris about plans for a new savings scheme.
Farmers say the collapse of a major carrot grower is a red flag for Ireland's vegetable farms
Hughes Farm in Co Kilkenny is responsible for 12% of Ireland’s carrot production but the company going under has raised questions.
Taoiseach announces €5 million in funding for UK-Ireland cultural projects
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
Artificial Intelligence at war: How the US and Israel is using AI in its bombing of Iran
The United States has confirmed that it is using artificial intelligence in its bombardment of Iran but it is not a new venture for the American military.
'F**k Keir Starmer': Kneecap hit back after British PM calls rap trio 'intolerable'
Tax relief extended to pharmacist treatments for cold sores, shingles and more
Green Party proposes doubling new hotel charges and using proceeds to lower homebuilding costs
Harris 'open to spending more' on defence
Second government-chartered flight lands in Dublin
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Beyond the Regency: Is boxing in Dublin about to have another moment?
'Under no circumstances can we ​participate in World Cup' - Iran sports minister
Mandelson files released: Starmer was warned of ‘reputational risk’ of Epstein links
'You falsely tried to label me a terrorist' - Jubilant scenes greet 'free mawn' Mo Chara
‘Kneecap are on the right side of history,’ said their solicitor Darragh Mackin.
Denis O’Brien says DPP won't pursue prosecution against him over Moriarty Tribunal findings
Italian PM condemns 'massacre' at Iranian school, Harris says focus should be on 'de-escalation'
Simon Harris says surge in Irish home heating oil prices far above EU average is concerning
'I’m a free mawn!': Kneecap's Mo Chara wins decisive legal victory in UK court
The Crown Prosecution Service has lost an appeal against the decision to throw out the case.
Plan to relocate Dublin City Council offices from Wood Quay moves ahead as contract signed
Minister and HSE issue formal apology to family following Bryonny Sainsbury's death
Health Minister voices overspend concerns when asked if State could fund weight-loss drugs
Photo of Gerry Adams wearing beret 'is proof he was in IRA', former member tells UK court
Wexford estate residents pressing ahead with rental watchdog cases in spite of landlord u-turn
The controversy grabbed attention last week as it came amid major reforms to the rental sector.
Taoiseach meets Spain's vocal anti-war Prime Minister in Madrid
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Michael Lowry says DPP won't pursue prosecution against him over Moriarty Tribunal findings
The DPP has been contacted for comment.
Ireland could be getting its first direct flight route to Brazil
Occupied Territories Bill could be ready by the summer, Tánaiste says