In a significant development, three new shipwrecks have been uncovered on Portmarnock Strand beach in Dublin. The wrecks, which became exposed due to a shifting sandback, could possibly be the remains of a 19th century fishing trawler, according to a release by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The vessel, which has been … Read more
Roderic O’Gorman, the Green Party leader and Minister for Children, has proposed a special once-off bonus child benefit payment for new parents, alongside their first regular payment for their newborn. This initiative aims to offer additional financial support during the early stages of parenthood. In an interview with RTE, O’Gorman explained that the proposal would … Read more
A new global research has revealed Irish employers are the least likely to use artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. The study, which was carried out by HR firm The Peninsula Group, surveyed 79,000 businesses across Ireland, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK. It noted that employers in Australia and New Zealand lead in … Read more
Team Ireland is set to receive a hero’s welcome as they return home today after a triumphant performance at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. The 35-strong team will touch down at Dublin Airport around 2:30 PM, greeted by cheering friends, family, and fans. The Irish Paralympians are bringing back an impressive collection of six … Read more
In a poignant ceremony today, An Garda Síochána will award Scott medals for bravery, recognizing the exceptional courage of its members, both past and present. The prestigious accolade, symbolizing the highest order of valor within the force, will be bestowed upon serving, retired, and deceased officers. Three medals will be awarded posthumously, honoring officers who … Read more
In a significant move towards digital healthcare, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is set to roll out a new patient app by the end of this year. Damien McCallion, HSE’s chief technology and transformation officer, announced that testing for the app has been successfully completed, paving the way for its launch. The app, which marks … Read more
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to touch down in Dublin this Saturday, marking the first visit by a UK leader to Ireland in five years. The trip aims to breathe new life into British-Irish relations, with trade taking center stage. Starmer will meet with Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris to discuss boosting the €100 … Read more
Popular television broadcaster Gráinne Seoige is set to enter the political arena. She has been chosen to represent Fianna Fáil in the upcoming general election for the Galway West constituency. Seoige, a native of the Gaeltacht village An Spideal in Galway, was selected alongside Councillor John Connolly at a party convention in Oughterard on Friday … Read more
Belfast’s new £340 million public transport hub, Grand Central Station, is set to open to passengers this weekend, marking a major milestone for Northern Ireland’s transport infrastructure. The station is located on Grosvenor Road, just a ten-minute walk from Belfast City Hall. Grand Central Station is being hailed as a “game-changer” for both bus and … Read more
Plumbers, fitters, welders and apprentices are staging a strike action across the country in a move that has affected construction projects for major companies in Ireland. Workers, who are members of the Unite trade union, have commenced a full-day work stoppage in a dispute over travel allowances. The strike action began at midnight, with workers … Read more
Bus Éireann, Ireland’s national bus company, is taking action against a peculiar online scam that promises unrealistically cheap bus fares. The scam, which has surfaced on Facebook, bizarrely features images of Cork-born Oscar winner Cillian Murphy and former Cork lord mayor Kieran McCarthy. The fraudulent advertisements show Murphy and McCarthy holding Leap cards, Ireland’s public … Read more
In a move set to lighten the load on Irish wallets, Taoiseach Simon Harris has unveiled plans for a substantial tax cut in the upcoming Budget 2025. Speaking at the Ibec presidential dinner, Harris outlined a €1.4 billion tax package aimed at putting more money back in the pockets of hardworking citizens. The centerpiece of … Read more
In a disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through Cork, an Indian student fell victim to a racially motivated attack in the city center. The assault, which involved a rope being placed around the victim’s neck, has raised serious concerns about the safety of international students in the area. Dr. Lekha Menon Margassey, president of … Read more
Approximately 230,000 children in Ireland are currently experiencing material deprivation, according to a latest report by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). This is a measure of poverty based on the inability to afford essential items and activities considered necessary for a basic standard of living. The ESRI’s findings reveal a concerning rise in … Read more
Electric Ireland, the country’s largest energy supplier, is set to reduce its electricity and gas prices for domestic customers starting in November. The move, which is set to benefit over 1.1 million residential customers, marks the third price cut from Electric Ireland in the past 12 months. Most electricity customers will see their unit rates … Read more