Ireland is preparing for a significant intensification of winter conditions as Met Éireann warns of an Arctic air mass arriving between January 1 and January 7. The national weather service has forecast temperatures in Dublin dropping to -1 degrees Celsius this week, with even colder conditions expected in the coming days. Met Éireann predicts temperatures … Read more
A warning has been issued to approximately 1.25 million health insurance customers in Ireland to prepare for steep premium increases. Major insurance providers including Irish Life Health, VHI, and Laya Healthcare have raised their rates again, placing additional financial pressure on policyholders. Irish Life Health has announced a 5% increase effective January 1, marking the … Read more
Shanthakumari, mother of renowned actor Mohanlal, has passed away at the age of 90. She had been undergoing treatment for age-related ailments for an extended period while residing at Mohanlal’s home in Elamakkara, Kochi. The funeral is scheduled to take place tomorrow. Shanthakumari is survived by her son Mohanlal. Her husband, the late Viswanathan Nair, … Read more
Ireland plans to introduce mandatory identification verification for social media users during its EU presidency, aiming to prevent anonymous accounts, bots, and online abuse across the European Union. Tánaiste Simon Harris announced that Ireland will lead a project to implement ID-verified social media accounts throughout the EU. While Ireland’s digital age of consent is currently … Read more
The HSE in Cork and Kerry has reminded people that free mental health supports are available for anyone struggling during the holiday season. Martin Ryan, resource officer for suicide prevention, emphasized that help is accessible in many forms at all times, including throughout the holidays. “This might be a challenging time and might bring up … Read more
The Health Service Executive has warned of a norovirus outbreak spreading across Ireland, with cases expected to rise further during the festive season. The timing coincides with increasing influenza cases, placing additional pressure on healthcare services. Norovirus, commonly known as the winter vomiting bug, is a highly infectious disease causing vomiting and diarrhea. The virus … Read more
St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Parish in Portlaoise, Ireland, held its annual Yeldo festival services on Saturday, December 24. The parish operates under the UK, Europe and Africa Diocese of the Malankara Orthodox Church. Rev. Fr. Jithu Varghese, the parish vicar, presided over the traditional Yeldo celebrations, which featured a full program of liturgical ceremonies. The … Read more
Dublin’s aging DART fleet is set for a complete overhaul as all carriages in service since 1984 are being replaced with modern trains. The comprehensive replacement program marks the end of an era for the capital’s electric rail service. Authorities have ordered 100 new carriages in addition to two previous orders, bringing the total investment … Read more
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland has reminded nurses and midwives that time remains to renew their annual registration over the Christmas and New Year period. The registration renewal window will stay open throughout the holidays until January 31, 2026. While 37,000 nurses and midwives have already completed their renewal, those who have not … Read more
An Bord Pleanála has granted planning permission to Amazon Web Services for three new data centres in north Dublin, three years after plans were initially submitted in December 2022. Universal Developers LLC secured approval for the facilities with a combined power load of 73MW on a 65-acre site at Cruiserath Road, Dublin 15. Fingal County … Read more
The European Union has been monitoring Ireland’s approach to introducing excess water use charges, according to documents obtained through a Freedom of Information request. The revelation comes amid controversy over plans that critics have called water charges “by the back door.” Earlier this year, reports emerged about plans to introduce charges for excess water use, … Read more
The winter sales have arrived, offering bargain hunters the perfect opportunity to snap up marked-down decorations, new year gym gear, or that fancy tech they’ve been eyeing. As the post-Christmas lull settles in and many still have time off work, Dublin’s major shopping centers and stores are opening their doors for the annual sales rush. … Read more
Electricity prices in Ireland have risen sharply over the past year, according to the latest report from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The data shows electricity prices increased by 21.9% in the 12 months to November, though this remains approximately 70% lower than the peak price increase recorded in August 2022. Food prices have also … Read more
Charities have warned that budgets for essential services will be affected by new auto-enrolment pension rules beginning January 1, 2026. The scheme will automatically enroll workers aged 23 to 60 earning over €20,000 who lack pension coverage into the government’s retirement savings program. Under the new rules, pension contributions will be automatically deducted from salaries, … Read more
The Indian-origin community in Ireland is celebrating Christmas 2025 with enthusiasm despite the bitter cold. While there is no snowfall, the clear weather has enhanced the festive atmosphere across the country. Ireland is experiencing severe winter conditions today, with daytime temperatures hovering between 2 and 4 degrees Celsius. The wind chill makes it feel significantly … Read more