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Man found guilty in trial of six men accused of sexually abusing deaf relative
Bertie Ahern regrets 'if anyone was offended' but says 'these are real issues' with immigration
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
'It's Groundhog Day': Minister rounds on RTÉ over why Derek Mooney wasn’t named as presenter
Minister Patrick O’Donovan said: ‘He’s always been a presenter. It’s like a duck, if it walks and quacks like a duck, it’s a duck.’
Debunked: There is no government scheme offering free cheese to recipients of a hantavirus vaccine
RTÉ paid Ray D’Arcy and Claire Byrne combined €97k after they stopped working for broadcaster
RTÉ director general Kevin Bakhurst said it would have cost a ‘shed load more money’ to enter into a ‘legal fight’ over the payment.
Bumble is killing the swipe and replacing it with AI matchmaking – how romantic
Did your local beach or bathing spot get a Blue Flag this year? The 2026 list is out
What's the atmosphere like at Eurovision? Odd, fraught - but less intense than recent years
New rules make for a more sedate environment at the 2026 Eurovision – in spite of continuing protests over the presence of Israel.
Win or bust for Tipp and Clare | How Monaghan punch above their weight
Seamus Coleman to finish Everton playing career at end of season before deciding next move
Got soaked in a hailstorm yesterday? The warmer temperatures are to blame, believe it or not
Colum Eastwood condemns Free Derry Corner graffiti that ‘seeks to hurt Bloody Sunday families’
Shane Lowry's chip-in eagle gets him in the mix as Rory McIlroy unravels at US PGA Championship
Would you watch ads on a streaming service if it meant paying less for your subscription?
Asbestos materials removed from roads and footpaths after fire at Waterford industrial estate
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British psychodrama and Bertie's big blunder
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Cuban president calls for US to lift blockade as oil supplies dwindle
Woman arrested in connection with 2008 murder of Andrew Burns in Donegal released without charge
Nothing is untouched by the pristine fingers of the clean-living movement, not even raves
A series where Emer McLysaght saves us from chasing every trend but instead points us to things worthy of our time (and money).
'Pick a finger or a toe': Man jailed for 'disturbing' attacks on ex-girlfriend
Large majority in the North see Brexit as a failure and feel it has made break-up of UK more likely
Lynn Ruane: The evidence clearly shows that the 'war on drugs' was a failed experiment
Lynn Ruane
Owner 'furious' as busy café at Dublin Castle ordered to shut down for EU presidency
The Silk Road Café was looking forward to celebrating 25 years in business in July before it was told it must close for six months.
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RTÉ to be queried on sending 41 people to cover World Cup play-off in Czechia, PAC chair says
More chicken products from major supermarkets recalled over salmonella warning
Could Israel win this year's Eurovision?
The second semi-final of the world’s biggest live music show played out in Vienna tonight – but what might happen on Saturday?
Rose of Tralee condemns 'racism and abuse' directed at Dublin Rose Suad Mooge
Ireland ‘faffed around’ on Metrolink and 'wasted a good recession' to build it, summit hears
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
The Late Late Show should learn from SNL - or become a podcast
'Club legend': Katie McCabe to leave Arsenal
McIlroy's back in action this weekend — here are some other sporting highlights to look out for
RTÉ revises 2024 top earners list to include Derek Mooney after it 'reconsidered' presenter role
Sinn Féin leading Dublin Central race while Fianna Fáil has only 4% of the vote, poll shows
No candidates running for the government parties made it into the top three in a new opinion poll from TG4 and the Irish Times.
The Bezos Ball: This year's Met Gala sold its soul to billionaires, did anyone notice?
Cathy O'Connor
Retired nun 'no longer feels safe' after man broke into her home, court hears
Cheltenham winning jockey who died after fall was reaching 'pinnacle of his career', inquest hears