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Yesterday
26th April 2026
Sitdown Sunday: The devoted World Cup fans skipping this year's US matches
Last week
19th April 2026 - 25th April 2026
Von der Leyen pushes defence spending as Ireland to host showdown on massive €2 trillion budget
The EU club are delighted Orbán didn't make it to Ayia Napa - but is there 'too much euphoria'?
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk quipped before Friday’s working dinner in the Mediterranean resort of Ayia Napa that there were finally “no Russians in the room”.
EU pessimistic on economic impact of Iran war, but Taoiseach says Ireland will 'still grow'
Martin made the statements while in Cyprus for an informal meeting of the European Council.
Working from home vs commuting: As fuel prices rise, we want to hear your stories
'Substantial packages' to be announced for agriculture and transport sectors, Taoiseach says
The Taoiseach said the packages will lead to a “significant reduction” in the cost of green diesel.
Micheál Martin heads to Ayia Napa as resort town plays host to leaders from across EU
Census data reveals almost 9,000 people were confined to mental institutions in 1926
People in Mother and Baby Homes were not included in the figure, as the National Archives could not categorise the centres as institutions in the release of the records.
Thousands of civil servants should be allowed work from home more due to fuel prices and congestion, says union
Sitdown Sunday: Does Trump think he has become Jesus?
This month
April 2026
Jessie Sludds wins Late Late Show competition and earns a slot opening for Shania Twain
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Almost €1.4m raised at auction of seized gold bullion
Search for second suspect stood down after two gardaí injured in patrol car ramming in Monaghan
Special education row reignited as advocacy group call on minister to pause new class plans
President convenes Council of State to discuss constitutionality of International Protection Bill 2026
AI videos depicting Jesus Christ attacking Trump are 'disgusting and detached from reality' - Hegseth
The Iranian Embassy in Tajikistan altered Trump’s now deleted AI post depicting himself as Jesus, and added Jesus Christ attacking the president and throwing him into hell.
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Woman (60s) dies following two-car collision in Louth
Anger as two potbellied pigs euthanised by NI officials were left in Armagh woodland
'Cash upfront is an issue' for homeowners who want to retrofit, SEAI chair admits
Rare Greenland shark that washed up in Sligo could be 150 years old
New Michael Jackson film risks 'rewriting history', Irish abuse charity warns
Organisations that support survivors say the new biopic risks distressing sexual abuse survivors.
Government to make Public Services Card a form of identification
Unite members of the National Ambulance Service join strike action next month
Petition to suspend trade between EU and Israel reaches one million signatures
Man (20s) charged with several road traffic offences after being arrested at Whitegate
SIPTU members of the National Ambulance Service to strike in May
The Taoiseach is a fan of electric tractors - but it seems they’re a ‘good bit off’ for Ireland
Pope has 'no intention to debate' Trump after US President calls him 'WEAK on crime'
Martina and Ammi Burke released from prison after being jailed for contempt of court
Sitdown Sunday: Can you get a refund for a haunted house?
Essential goods shortages 'only a matter of time' if fuel protests continue
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Fuel protests to continue after no agreement reached in government meeting with representatives
Further 36 sets of infant remains recovered from site of former Tuam mother and baby home
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
Pedestrian (70s) seriously injured after collision with car in Mayo
Up to 40 forecourts in Munster are running out of fuel or have closed pumps due to shortages