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27th September 2026 - 3rd October 2026
SeriesInternet Diaries
Dublin's Winter Lights has moved to January, and the haters expect 'Ramadan lights' will follow
Last week
20th September 2026 - 3rd October 2026
Must ReadRevolving Door
How 63 former politicians and civil servants lobbied their one-time colleagues dozens of times
The disclosures illustrate the pathway between public office and lobbying for charities, businesses and interest groups.
An analysis of more than 83,000 returns filed on the Lobbying Register since 2020 found dozens of instances of politicians lobbying former colleagues.
The lobbyists include former Taoisigh, Táinistí, cabinet ministers, TDs, senators and special advisors.
Exclusivelobbying register
Two former Fine Gael ministers and an ex-special adviser lobbied Simon Harris over the summer
FactCheckfactfind
FactFind: Are vapes 'nearly worse' than cigarettes?
The Taoiseach claimed they were earlier this month – but is he right?
Last month
September 2026
FactCheckPharma police
FactCheck: Four claims made by Donald Trump during his trip to Ireland
The US president had a lot to say about pharma companies, oil prices and his pledge to give every American adult $5,000…
SeriesInternet Diaries
The Burke family are expanding their online output, but I'm left wondering who their audience is
Rising again
Irish Yeast Company building owner drops plans for takeaway as historic shop could be restored
FactCheck
Debunked: Letter from Andy Burnham ordering British troops to be deployed to Ukraine is a hoax
SeriesPretty Vacant
Here are the three derelict buildings that Ireland's councils asked to CPO in August
SeriesInternet Diaries
A strange article about Glen Hansard led me to the promise of €500k before it disappeared
Must ReadExplainer
Why is Ireland's Central Bank facing pressure again over the sale of Israeli bonds?
Must ReadHigh Court
Denis O'Brien has launched a new legal case against Meta's headquarters in Dublin
The businessman is already suing the social media platform over scam ads on Facebook and Instagram.
Must ReadDóchas Centre
'Bespoke' mother-and-baby suite at Ireland’s largest female prison will accommodate just one pair
Three women gave birth while imprisoned in the Dóchas Centre last year.
August
August 2026
SeriesInternet Diaries
Ireland should ask Mark Zuckerberg the next time we need billions to look like money well spent
Our FactCheck editor details the internet trends seen by a thirtysomething-year-old man.
Must ReadHigh Court
Ex-2FM presenter Keith Walsh sues RTÉ over bogus self-employment and claim of unfair dismissal
Must ReadWhodunnit?
Why are unsupported social media theories spreading about the Lindsay Clancy murder trial?
Must ReadPretty Vacant
Four derelict buildings that Irish councils asked to CPO in July - including one in Rathfarnham
SeriesInternet Diaries
What's not enjoyable about the minor panic over a Cat in the Hat prowling the sunny south-east?
Must ReadGerard Chimbganda
Conor McGregor sued by the Irish-based Zimbabwean owner of a controversial care company
Explainer
How do platforms like GoFundMe ensure money goes to the right place when campaigns go viral?
Must ReadSocial Media
Tribute posts to M9 teenagers prompt angry backlash and more than 2,000 comments on Facebook
SeriesInternet Diaries
A fake story about the housing crisis tried to make me gamble with an online casino in Cyprus
July
July 2026
Women’s Rights Network
'Women's rights' group supported by JK Rowling withdraw legal challenge against Belfast festival
Must ReadWomen’s Rights Network
Who are the group taking legal action against a Belfast festival and how is JK Rowling involved?
ColumnInternet Diaries
You're not my mate, Dublin Airport; please stop posting banter online like one of the lads
Must Readthe burkes
'Actions have consequences': Three members of Burke family banned from attending court cases in person
SeriesInternet Diaries
Keep politics out of football? Try telling that to the internet's army of World Cup shitposters
Must ReadHigh Court
Judge outlines exactly how much Enoch Burke owes in fines after 205 days trespassing at school
Must ReadThe Morning Lead
Irish sovereign wealth fund still investing in companies linked to Israeli settlements and genocide
The fund’s shareholdings in five companies listed on UN databse rose by almost €1.5 million last year.
Must ReadPretty Vacant
Here are the 20 derelict buildings that Ireland's councils asked to CPO in June
The figure was the highest number since this series began more than a year ago.
SeriesInternet Diaries
Seinfeld memes went viral this week and made me worry too much about the future
Must ReadHigh Court
Enoch Burke has launched yet another court challenge, this time against the decision to sack him
SeriesInternet Diaries
The 'banned' Armie Hammer film promoted by Musk that turns anti-immigrant violence into culture
Our FactCheck editor details the internet trends seen by a thirtysomething-year-old man.
June
June 2026
Internet Diaries
My conspiracy theory about Biscoff showed me how low-stakes paranoia can make life feel better
High Court
Enoch Burke 'roughly' owes the state over a quarter of a million in fines, High Court hears
Internet Diaries
'Cheater buster' sites: The latest scam that offers to expose your partner's secrets for a fee
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