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Social media giants face scrutiny over missing age verification plans
Major social media platforms including X and Reddit have not yet submitted their plans to Ireland’s media regulator on how they will prevent children from accessing pornographic content, as a July deadline for implementing age verification measures approaches. In comments to the Irish Examiner, online safety commissioner Niamh Hodnett revealed that several platforms under Coimisiún
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
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
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
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
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 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
AI adoption could boost Ireland’s economy by €250 bln within a decade, new report finds
The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) could add €250 billion to Ireland’s economy, as measured by GDP, within the next decade, according to a new report by Microsoft and Trinity College Dublin. The AI Economy in Ireland 2025 report also estimated that AI will increase Ireland’s Gross National Income (GNI) by at least €130 billion
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
