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International

The Morning Lead
Trading sites Polymarket and Kalshi have Irish users betting big on elections, wars and stolen KitKats
The platforms are turning real-world events into tradable bets, and experts warn they’re operating in a dangerous regulatory grey area.
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up up and away
Artemis astronauts capture Earth as they leave it behind and blast towards Moon
The astronauts are now on a “free-return” trajectory, which uses the Moon’s gravity to slingshot around it before heading back towards Earth without propulsion.
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FactCheck
FactCheck: What does a price map tell us about energy costs in Ireland compared to Europe?
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F-15 fighter
US fighter jet goes down over Iran, one crewmember rescued by US forces
It marked a major escalation in the conflict just two days after Donald Trump said the US had ‘beaten and completely decimated Iran’.
Updated 12 hrs ago
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Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
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Newshound Quiz
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
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new music
U2 releases surprise 'Easter Lily' EP of anti-war anthems and personal ballads
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Middle East
Trump says US forces yet to start 'destroying what's left' in Iran
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THE LUAS ISN'T FREE
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.
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Michael O'Leary warns of fuel supply disruption but travel agents say no evidence of surcharges yet
1 Apr
Petrol and diesel hikes: Government pushes the same old fix in a worsening climate crisis
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Thursday
2nd April 2026
B1 bridge
Eight people reported dead and 95 wounded after US strike on Iran's tallest bridge
2 Apr
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to the moon
After historic NASA mission launch, Artemis II astronauts given green light for lunar orbit
Updated 2 Apr
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Greece
Saharan dust storm turns sky a deep red over holiday island of Crete
2 Apr
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News Fix
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
2 Apr
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another one bites the dust
Prosecution of Trump's foes and Epstein files missteps marked Pam Bondi's turbulent tenure
2 Apr
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Donald Trump has sacked Pam Bondi as US attorney general
2 Apr
'Washed-up loser lawyer!' - How Pam Bondi's hearing on Epstein descended into yelling and chaos
12 Feb
Too much talk
‘You have to be serious’: Macron hits out at Trump for ‘unrealist’ statements on Iran war
2 Apr
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Catholic Church
Why are some Catholics upset at Pope Leo for washing the feet of 12 priests on Holy Thursday?
2 Apr
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You're Fired
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".
2 Apr
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World Cup
FIFA criticised for 'ridiculous' pricing as World Cup final tickets on sale for almost $11k
2 Apr
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FactCheck
Debunked: German chancellor did not say ‘send them all back’ about Syrians living in Germany
2 Apr
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Brooklyn
Seven-month-old baby killed by 'stray bullet' in New York
2 Apr
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irish peacekeepers
Mission for 'highly skilled' Irish troops in Lebanon 'remains unchanged for now', says Chief of Staff
Updated 2 Apr
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Backlash
Farage sacks Reform UK housing spokesman after 'everyone dies in the end' Grenfell fire comment
2 Apr
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undiplomatic
Anger in France over Trump remark that Macron 'treated very badly' by his wife
2 Apr
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wax era
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.
2 Apr
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Utah
Teenager identified as Ted Bundy victim more than 51 years after her murder
2 Apr
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White House
'We are going to finish the job': Trump tells US that Iran war victory near, but vows big strikes
After Trump’s speech, gasoline prices in the US surged above $4 per gallon (just under €1 per liter) for the first time in years.
2 Apr
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Florida
Lift-off: NASA's Artemis II crew blast into space on historic Moon mission
NASA teams and spectators cheered the spacecraft as it ascended away from Earth.
Updated 1 Apr
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The White House
Trump again claims US is talking to Iran, this time with the country's 'New Regime President'
Updated 1 Apr
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On The Mend
US rapper Megan Thee Stallion recovering after falling ill on stage in Broadway show
1 Apr
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Iran
War's impact on inflation and jobs are the big fears for Paschal Donohoe at the World Bank
1 Apr
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Lebanon
Ireland among 15 European nations to say it is 'appalled by escalation of violence in Lebanon'
1 Apr
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UK
Scott Mills says he 'fully cooperated' with 2016 police probe over sex offences allegations
1 Apr
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Ryanair
Michael O'Leary warns of fuel supply disruption but travel agents say no evidence of surcharges yet
The Ryanair CEO said up to 25% of the airline’s jet fuel could be at risk if the war in Iran continues past this month.
If the war continues, there's a risk that between 10 and 20% of Ryanair's fuel supply might be at risk through May and June, he said.
The EU Commissioner for Energy endorsed IEA recommendations against air travel and encouraged use of public transport.
Updated 1 Apr
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Space Exploration
Crowds gather as astronauts arrive at launch pad ahead of historic Moon mission
Updated 1 Apr
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NOT EGG-CITING
'It's like cooking chocolate': Why Big Chocolate is changing the taste of our favourite bars
People are saying the taste of well known chocolate brands in Ireland has changed.
1 Apr
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itamar ben-gvir
Israeli minister has been wearing a noose pin to support new death penalty bill for Palestinians
1 Apr
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PodcastThe 42FM
The tragedy of Tiger Woods
Sinead O’Carroll and Gavin Cooney discuss the rise and prolonged downfall of golf’s greatest ever player.
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april fool's day
Wolves in Phoenix Park and public transport goes contactless: Today's best jokes (so far)
1 Apr
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Charges
Tiger Woods to ‘seek treatment’ after pleading not guilty to DUI charge
The 42
1 Apr
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Lurgan
Taoiseach 'absolutely shocked' by suspected dissident republican bomb attack on PSNI
1 Apr
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