Dublin has been named among the world’s most congested cities, highlighting the growing traffic crisis in the Irish capital. According to the latest data from TomTom, Dublin ranks as the sixth slowest city globally and sits third on the list of the most congested cities. The findings show that traffic delays are costing drivers a … Read more
Around 49,000 families across Ireland have received a one-off €420 child benefit payment under a scheme introduced in 2025. The payment is part of the Newborn Baby Grant, which supports families caring for a newborn or a newly adopted child. Since the scheme was launched last year, close to 50,000 families have benefited from the … Read more
The Irish government has confirmed that 10,000 refugees who were previously living in state-run asylum accommodation have moved into community housing over the past three years. The disclosure was made by Jim O’Callaghan, Ireland’s Justice Minister, in a written response to a parliamentary question. According to the minister, around 4,000 people moved into housing in … Read more
Permanent TSB has announced a significant cut to its fixed-rate mortgage products after receiving approval from the Central Bank of Ireland to use new IRB (Internal Ratings Based) mortgage models. The approval allows PTSB to reduce the risk weighting on its residential mortgage book to 32.8% by the end of June 2025, down from 36.4%. … Read more
An Garda Síochána have warned the public about a new WhatsApp-based scam circulating in Ireland, urging users to stay alert. The scam begins with a message that appears to come from a friend or known contact. The sender claims that your phone number was mistakenly used to register on WhatsApp and asks you to share … Read more
The Irish Government has signed a major new agreement with pharmaceutical companies that promises quicker access to medicines and lower costs for patients across the country. Under the new deal, the time it takes for new medicines to reach patients will be sharply reduced. At present, life-saving drugs often take more than 600 days to … Read more
An Garda Síochána has launched a new digital platform called Help4U, aimed at supporting children and teenagers in Ireland who are experiencing sexual assault, abuse or online threats. The platform allows anyone under the age of 18 to seek help not only for physical or in-person abuse, but also for online threats, including coercion, harassment … Read more
Ireland’s national weather service, Met Éireann, has issued a yellow wind warning for parts of the east and south-east of the country due to strong winds. The warning applies to Dublin, Wexford and Wicklow, and will remain in force from 8 am to 2 pm today (Tuesday). Authorities are urging people travelling in these areas … Read more
People across the European Union, including those in Ireland, are preparing for the annual switch to daylight saving time. This year, clocks will move forward by one hour in the early hours of Sunday, March 29, bringing longer and brighter evenings. The change comes as many are weary of winter’s cold mornings and long, dark … Read more
The Indian Embassy in Ireland has reiterated its commitment to the safety and well-being of Indian-origin students in Ireland, stressing that the country remains safe, inclusive and welcoming to international residents. In a statement, the embassy said Ireland is among the safest countries in the world for international students, ranking second globally and first within … Read more
Ireland was one of only two European Union countries to see a drop in tourism last year, even as the EU recorded its highest-ever level of tourist accommodation stays. New data from the European Commission shows that nights spent in tourist accommodation in the Republic of Ireland fell by an estimated 1.8% in 2025, to … Read more
A 19-year-old man has died following a car accident in Galway, police have confirmed. The fatal crash occurred near the town of Loughrea in the early hours of Sunday morning. The accident happened on the N65 at Moyleen at around 2.20 am. According to An Garda Síochána, the vehicle lost control and crashed. The teenager, … Read more
Ireland’s Department of Education is facing growing opposition over its new school curriculum, with complaints pouring in from parents and students across the country. Objections have been sent mainly through emails and petitions since the revised curriculum specifications were introduced last year. More than 100 petitions have reportedly been submitted. Some parents have warned they … Read more
Indian-origin students have become the largest group among international students in Ireland, marking a clear shift in the country’s higher education landscape. Latest figures show that 9,175 Indian-origin students are currently studying in Ireland, accounting for 10% of the total international student population. Ireland hosted 44,500 international students last year, up from 40,000 the previous … Read more
Ireland is seeing a sharp rise in flu cases, putting heavy pressure on hospitals and emergency departments across the country. According to the Health Service Executive, the flu wave has now reached its peak, with a growing number of people needing hospital care. At present, an estimated 800 to 1,100 patients are being treated for … Read more