Met Éireann issues orange and yellow rain warnings on Friday and Saturday for different counties

Met Éireann has issued multiple weather warnings for Friday and Saturday as heavy rain and strong winds are set to hit parts of the country. Dublin, Wexford, and Wicklow will be under a Status Orange rain warning from 2pm Friday until 11am Saturday, with significant rainfall and possible flooding, especially on higher ground. A Status … Read more

Overnight security alert team discovers viable pipe bombs in Derry

Two viable pipe bombs were discovered during an overnight security alert in the Skeoge area of Derry in Northern Ireland. Police received a report shortly after 12:30am on Thursday about suspicious devices in the Glenabbey Close and Beraghvale area, prompting a major safety operation and the evacuation of nearly two dozen homes. Ammunition technical officers … Read more

Twenty-nine people arrested in major Dublin shoplifting operation

Man (20s) seriously injured in violent incident in Dublin; Hatchet and knife recovered from scene

A man in his 20s has been seriously injured following a violent incident at St Cuthbert’s Court in Clondalkin, Co Dublin, early Wednesday morning. Gardaí, the Armed Support Unit, and emergency services responded to reports of two armed men involved in a disturbance shortly after 6:15 am. On arrival, officers discovered a man with serious … Read more

Ireland prepares major immigration policy overhaul as government faces mounting pressure

Ireland prepares major immigration policy overhaul as government faces mounting pressure

Ireland is bracing for significant changes to its immigration system, with Tánaiste Simon Harris confirming that a comprehensive policy review is underway and new guidelines expected to be announced next month. Harris sparked widespread debate after stating that “the current immigration rate cannot continue; the current system is stretching beyond the country’s capacity.” His comments … Read more

Twenty-nine people arrested in major Dublin shoplifting operation

Twenty-nine people arrested in major Dublin shoplifting operation

Gardaí have arrested 29 people as part of Operation Proscilla, a targeted crackdown on shoplifting activities across Dublin. The suspects, comprising 25 men and four women, face a range of charges including theft, handling stolen goods, criminal damage and assault on retail staff. All 29 individuals are due to appear in court this morning. The … Read more

Ireland to hold next census in May 2027 with digital option for first time

Ireland to hold next census in May 2027 with digital option for first time

Ireland’s next national census will take place on May 9, 2027, with the government set to sign a memorandum of understanding today confirming the date. For the first time in the country’s history, residents will have the option to complete their census forms online, marking a significant modernization of the data collection process. However, traditional … Read more

Planning permission granted for Ireland's first national cricket stadium in Dublin

Planning permission granted for Ireland’s first national cricket stadium in Dublin

Authorities have approved planning permission for the construction of Ireland’s first National Cricket Stadium at the Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin, marking a significant milestone for the sport in the country. Final approval was granted yesterday for the first phase of construction work on the stadium, which will be developed in two stages. The initial … Read more

Ryanair announces four new routes from Shannon airport in major expansion

Ryanair announces four new routes from Shannon airport in major expansion

Ryanair has unveiled plans to launch four new international routes from Shannon Airport, marking the airline’s largest ever operation from the Clare-based facility. The budget carrier will introduce flights to Rome, Warsaw, Poznan and Madrid as part of a $400 million investment program, with services commencing in 2026. Flights to Rome and Poznan will begin … Read more

Man in his fifties stabbed in Dublin City Centre, suspect detained

Man in his fifties stabbed in Dublin City Centre, suspect detained

A middle-aged man is recovering in hospital following a stabbing incident in Dublin’s city centre during the early hours of this morning. The victim, a man in his 50s, was attacked on South Great George’s Street at approximately 12.30am. He was immediately transported to St James’s Hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment. Medical staff … Read more

Yellow weather alert issued for eight Irish counties as heavy rain expected

Yellow weather alert issued for eight Irish counties as heavy rain expected

Met Éireann has issued yellow weather warnings for eight counties across Ireland today, with forecasters predicting heavy rainfall that could cause significant disruptions. The national weather service initially issued alerts for Cork and Kerry, with the warning taking effect from midnight last night and remaining in place until 2 pm this afternoon. A separate yellow … Read more

Dublin's 500-year wait for Catholic Cathedral may end with Pope Leo decision

Dublin’s 500-year wait for Catholic Cathedral may end with Pope Leo decision

Vatican expected to elevate Pro-Cathedral to full cathedral status during bicentennial celebrations The Catholic community in Ireland awaits Pope Leo’s intervention on a 500-year-old question: when will Dublin’s Archdiocese finally have an official cathedral headquarters? Since the Reformation stripped Catholics of Christ Church Cathedral in the 16th century, Dublin has operated with St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral … Read more

Catherine Connolly to be sworn In as Ireland's 10th president today

Catherine Connolly to be sworn In as Ireland’s 10th president today

Independent candidate who won landslide victory pledges presidency focused on listening, peace, and climate action Catherine Connolly will be sworn in as Ireland’s 10th President today during a ceremony at Dublin Castle, following her comprehensive election victory as an independent candidate. The former psychologist and barrister, who secured nearly 70% of votes in early tallies, … Read more

Kottarakkara Ireland Association launches on Kerala Piravi Day

Kottarakkara Ireland Association launches on Kerala Piravi Day

New cultural organization aims to preserve heritage and unite diaspora community across Ireland The Kottarakkara Ireland Association (KIA), a cultural organization for residents of Kottarakkara now living in Ireland, was officially established on November 1, 2025, coinciding with Kerala Piravi Day celebrations. The inaugural meeting took place in Dublin, where members unanimously elected the governing … Read more

Early winter signs emerge as forecasters predict potential snow for mid-November

Early winter signs emerge as forecasters predict potential snow for mid-November

WX Charts shows cold front approaching Ireland with wintry conditions possible November 15-16 Ireland may experience an early taste of winter next week, with weather forecasters predicting the first signs of wintry conditions and potential snow as soon as November 15-16. Following last week’s widespread rainfall across the country, WX Charts forecasting service has identified … Read more