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June
June 2026
Weather Warnings
Status Orange thunderstorm warning for Galway, Mayo and Roscommon as Ireland bakes in heatwave
The latest warning issued by Met Éireann have come into effect and will be in place until 8pm tonight.
warning
Met Éireann warns of heat stress and uncomfortable sleeping conditions as temperatures to soar
Running out of Road
Dublin Marathon made €149k from unsuccessful entry ballots. It may refund non-runners next year
The Morning Lead
'I go to any corner, I'm getting crack': Concerns over soaring crack cocaine use
People with experience in the area say the drug’s cheap price and availability is driving the increases.
what's cooking
Kitchen prices are going up, from appliances to timber
Consumer preferences – including for fancy worktops and storage solutions – are also a factor in rising costs.
busy hands
No sex please, we're scrolling: Data is showing us that smartphones may be reducing fertility
Housing Crisis
'You almost stop seeing it': How Dublin 8 is a snapshot into Ireland's wider dereliction problem
More of the capital’s derelict sites sit in Dublin 8 than in any other postcode.
cash is king
Struggling to find an ATM near you? You'll be able to tell the Central Bank under new rules
love island
'Wifey material': Galway footballer wastes no time looking for love as he makes villa debut
May
May 2026
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