Ireland to build first winter sports arena in Cherrywood under €190 million plan

Ireland to build first winter sports arena in Cherrywood under €190 million plan

A landmark €190 million development is set to transform an eight-acre site in south Dublin’s Cherrywood into Ireland’s first dedicated winter sports and entertainment arena. Backed by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, the project is led by Prime Arena Holdings, which aims to submit planning documents by September. The venue will serve as the future home

Apprenticeship graduates enjoy strong employment outcomes and competitive wages

Apprenticeship graduates enjoy strong employment outcomes and competitive wages

New data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveals that over 90% of apprentices who qualified in 2020 were employed two years later, earning a median weekly wage of €935. The study, which marks the CSO’s first dedicated analysis of apprenticeship outcomes, shows significant improvement since the economic recession. The percentage of qualified apprentices neither

Dublin’s property boom continues as resale prices near €600,000

Dublin’s property boom continues as resale prices near €600,000

The average price of a resale property in Dublin has risen to €593,936, marking an increase of over €50,000 since March 2024, a new property survey for Q1 2025 has revealed. According to the latest residential market review from estate agents DNG, prices climbed by 1.9 per cent in the first three months of the

Survey reveals most people in Ireland support welcoming immigrants

Survey reveals most people in Ireland support welcoming immigrants

A recent survey revealed that around 64 per cent of people believe that Ireland should welcome individuals who move to the country in search of a better life for themselves or their families. However, 18 per cent of those surveyed disagree with this stance. The survey, conducted by Ireland Thinks for the Migrant Rights Centre

Pope Francis: A legacy of change and compassion

Pope Francis: A legacy of change and compassion

The world mourns Pope Francis, who died yesterday at age 88, just hours after delivering his final Easter Sunday message from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica. Newspapers across the globe have commemorated his papacy with headlines that highlight his connection to ordinary Catholics and his efforts to reform the Church. “We must use the

Northern lights expected to be visible across Ireland tonight, weather permitting

Northern lights expected to be visible across Ireland tonight, weather permitting

A geomagnetic storm is expected to make the Aurora Borealis visible throughout Ireland tonight, though cloud cover may interfere with viewing opportunities in some areas. Professor Peter Gallagher of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) Dunsink Observatory confirmed to The Journal that a “big solar storm” occurred two days ago, sending a burst of

Revolut launches instant access savings for under-18s, offering up to 2.5% interest

Revolut launches instant access savings for under-18s, offering up to 2.5% interest

Revolut has introduced instant access savings accounts for users of its ‘Revolut <18’ app, tailored for children aged 6–17 and linked to a parent or guardian’s main account. This new feature is designed to help young users grow their pocket money by earning daily interest—just like adult accounts—with no cap on how much interest they

Ireland's young footballers secure maiden World Cup spot in dramatic qualification

Ireland’s young footballers secure maiden World Cup spot in dramatic qualification

In a momentous achievement for Irish football, the Republic of Ireland’s Under-17 national team has qualified for the 2025 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, marking the first time the men’s youth squad has reached this prestigious tournament. Manager Colin O’Brien’s talented young squad sealed their historic qualification through a compelling performance in the UEFA European