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International

Family of EastEnders actor Derek Martin share tribute after his death aged 92
The Golden Globes are tonight and Ireland's got a shot - here's everything you need to know
Man United's hopes of silverware ended with Cup defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford
More than 500 killed in crackdown on Iran protests, says human rights agency
The death toll in the crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran has spiked to at least 538 people, activists said.
Videos posted to social media showed large crowds taking to the streets in new protests in several Iranian cities.
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran would hit back if the US launched military action.
Israel has said it supports the Iranian people's "struggle for freedom".
Trump warns Cuba to 'make a deal before it's too late' in aftermath of Venezuela intervention
Former UK ambassador Mandelson says he understands why he was sacked over Epstein friendship
Were you looking forward to watching Love Island?
The inconvenient truth for opponents of carbon tax is that it actually works
On the the question of whether it actually reduces emissions – the verdict is a near-unanimous yes.
Love Island filming suspended and villa evacuated due to wildfires
Founding member of the Grateful Dead Bob Weir has died aged 78
US launches round of strikes against Islamic State group in Syria
The US military said Saturday’s strikes were carried out alongside partner forces.
Yesterday
10th January 2026
Mercosur protest: Conflicting views on what faces Irish farming's future at Athlone rally
Heated Rivalry hits Irish screens today - but what exactly is the hit show about?
Anti-imperialist demonstration at US embassy met by Venezuelan counter protest
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Iranian government threatens protesters with death penalty
Elon Musk calls criticism of X's AI sexual abuse images 'censorship'
Thousands turn out for protest against Mercosur trade deal in Athlone
Up to ten farm organisations are gathering with politicians for today’s demonstration.
Anger grows over shooting of woman in Minneapolis by immigration agent
Ryan Reynolds watches true Hollywood story as Wrexham stun Nottingham Forest in FA Cup thriller
'We don't want to be Americans': Greenland politicians unite against threat of force from Trump
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4th January 2026 - 10th January 2026
Fresh demonstrations in Iran as France, UK and Germany 'strongly condemn killing of protesters'
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Viewers in the UK will finally get a chance to see Traitors Ireland as air date confirmed
US border agents shoot and wound two people outside hospital in Portland
Russia uses new 'devastating' hypersonic missile in attack on Ukraine
Nasa is bringing home space station astronauts early in medical evacuation
Switzerland holds day of mourning for young people killed in ski resort fire
Iranians step up protests as death toll mounts and authorities cut internet access
Monitoring group NetBlocks said Iran is “in the midst of a nationwide internet blackout”.
Arsenal fail to capitalise on rivals' slip-ups as Liverpool earn draw
Critics are raving about this medical drama - and Irish viewers will finally get to watch it in March
'A colossal own goal': Trump withdraws US from 66 global organisations and treaties
Ireland will vote against the EU's massive Mercosur trade deal
The deal is set to be ratified by the European Council tomorrow, but a small group of countries appear likely to vote against it, potentially blocking its approval.
French President Emmanuel Macron has said his country will also vote against the deal.
Protests escalate in Minnesota as woman shot dead by immigration agent is named
The victim has been named as Renee Nicole Good, a US national and mother of three who had recently moved to the city.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said his state "must be part" of the investigation after the FBI took control of the probe.
Explainer: What is Mercosur, and what will happen at tomorrow's landmark vote?
Storm Goretti bringing mucky, miserable weather this afternoon but we'll escape the worst of it
US will control Venezuela government decisions and oil sales 'indefinitely'