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Yesterday
16th January 2026
Learner drivers 'failing tests' due to severely faded road markings
The difficulty of tests has been compounded by unclear or “invisible” lines and symbols, the head of a major driving school has said.
This week
11th January 2026 - 17th January 2026
Ministers who owe money to the State have 'sought clarification' on sums before repaying
Man arrested over Edenderry house fire that killed four-year-old boy and his great-aunt
What happens to RTÉ and BBC NI in the event of a united Ireland? Cross-border experts took a look
Researchers explored several potential options – including having RTÉ absorb the structures of BBC Northern Ireland.
Significant widening of SMA infant formula recall over risk of 'nausea and severe vomiting'
'She ate that': Maura Higgins turns heads at Golden Globes with old Hollywood look
Simon Harris to meet California governor Gavin Newsom during US visit
What is the 'Be Good' pin some celebrities were wearing at the Golden Globes?
'A real honour, I love what I do': Jessie Buckley wins Golden Globe to continue her awards run
President Catherine Connolly said it was a fantastic recognition of the actor’s “outstanding work”.
The Golden Globes are tonight and Ireland's got a shot - here's everything you need to know
Last week
4th January 2026 - 17th January 2026
GAA club issues warning after young person targeted by AI-generated sexual content
'A colossal own goal': Trump withdraws US from 66 global organisations and treaties
Two in three dying people in Ireland were not informed they were likely to die
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Man (50s) hospitalised following alleged assault in Co Carlow
Revenue seizes 13 million cigarettes at Dublin Port
Alarm for possible €28bn climate fine as Ireland falls way short on greenhouse gas targets
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
Ski resort fire: 15 teenagers among the dead, and countries pledge to take legal action
This month
January 2026
Housing: Average gap between asking price and sale price grew to near record high in 2025
Last month
December 2025
Quiz: How much do you know about chat shows and their hosts?
Quiz: How much do you know about films released in 2025?
Police confirm man found dead in search for suspect of Bangor stabbing was the attacker
Still waiting for a kidney transplant, Adrian Cummins urges people not to opt out of 'giving the gift of life'
Fewer people donated organs this year than last, despite new legislation making it an opt-out system.
Dublin Buses averaged just 13.5km/h during morning rush hour in October
Teenage boy driving a tractor dies following collision in Clare
The crash happened shortly before 2pm on the R458, north of Crusheen.
Dry and bright weather to continue into new year
Dublin Airport warns of disruptions to flights due to snowstorms in United States
Planning a 2026 holiday? Don't forget to check whether your passport is expiring
Woman (70s) dies in Co Down crash on St Stephen's Day
Winter sales begin today - here's a guide to which shops in Dublin are open and when
Quiz: How much do you know about Christmas traditions from around the world?
Thirteen photos that tell the story of Ireland's political year
Suspect at large after Christmas Eve stabbing incident at home in Bangor
At what time do you eat your Christmas dinner?
In photos: Merrymakers brave the cold for a Christmas Day dip
Here’s how some festive swimmers got on.