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IRELAND

Doireann Ní Ghlacáin, Louise Cantillon, and Síomha Ní Ruairc in Bray, Co Wicklow, showcasing untranslatable Irish words as part of Fáilte Ireland’s Seachtain na Gaeilge celebrations. Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland / Photocall Ireland

• The High Court awarded costs against Conor McGregor in the proceedings brought against him by Nikita Hand over CCTV footage that was shown during her civil trial against him. 
• Former lovers Alan Vial and Nikita Burns were both found guilty of murdering 66-year-old Robert ‘Robin’ Wilkin, whose body was thrown over the cliffs at Sliabh Liag, one of Donegal’s most popular tourist attractions.
• Ireland and Britain may jointly invest in offshore wind projects in the future, following discussions in Liverpool between both governments today.
• Tánaiste Simon Harris refuted claims by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that the “trade imbalance” between Ireland and America was discussed during a call between them this week.
• An 11-year-old girl died following a collision in Co Derry yesterday.
• The Minister for Enterprise said that redundancies at TikTok’s Dublin office will be “very difficult” for the affected workers.
• The government has spent less than 7% of its budget for compensating survivors of mother and baby homes, one year after the opening of the redress scheme.
• Dublin Bus mechanics have suspended their industrial action, as the company agreed to “intensive” talks with management.
• Ireland’s first fully-funded gambling addiction treatment programme was launched today.
• Newly appointed Senator Alison Comyn raised the abuse of disgraced surgeon and paedophile Michael Shine on the floor of the Seanad today, calling for a debate with Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan. 
• Revolut urged customers to be vigilant after it recorded a significant increase in people being hit with ticket scams ahead of this weekend’s decisive Six Nations clash with France.
• New signage-only zebra crossings will be rolled out across Dublin in line with new road safety regulations, it was today announced.

INTERNATIONAL

Nuns taking part in rosary for Pope Francis's health tonight in St Peter's Square Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo

#CATHOLIC CHURCH: Pope Francis remains in a “stable” condition and thanked people for their prayers in an audio message played in St Peter’s Square tonight.
#EU DEFENCE: Member States have signed off on plans to massively boost EU defences at a special summit meeting this evening. 
#ECB: The European Central Bank cut interest rates by a quarter point to 2.5%.
#GAZA: Hamas said Donald Trump’s threats would encourage Israel to disregard the fragile ceasefire, after the US president said that unless hostages are freed, the people of Gaza would be “DEAD”.
#MOON LANDING: A privately-owned lunar lander touched down near the Moon’s south pole, but as the minutes ticked by, flight controllers could not confirm its condition or whether it was even upright.
#MELBOURNE: Passengers aboard a flight in Australia overpowered a 17-year-old boy armed with a shotgun and ammunition as he tried to board a plane near Melbourne after sneaking into the airport.

PARTING SHOT

Doireann Ní Ghlacáin, Louise Cantillon, and Síomha Ní Ruairc in Bray, Co Wicklow, showcasing untranslatable Irish words as part of Fáilte Ireland’s Seachtain na Gaeilge celebrations. Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland / Photocall Ireland

Ever had a feeling that you couldn’t quite put into words?

With Seachtain na Gaeilge here, Fáilte Ireland is celebrating the beauty of our native language by reinvigorating five untranslatable Irish words.

·       Sceitimíní (shkeh-tim-een-ee) – Rapturous excitement 
You know that feeling, that giddiness that arrives when your long-awaited trip finally gets out of the group chat, your bags are packed, and adventure awaits. 

·       Ragaire (RA-gerra) – Late-night wanderer 
Someone who loves to stay up late, chatting, exploring, or making the most of the Irish nightlife—this very old Irish word proves that our ancestors enjoyed a late-night wander as much as we do today. 

·       Suaimhneas (Soo-iv-ness) – Peace, tranquillity 
The deep sense of calm you feel when gazing at the Atlantic, savouring the last bite of a perfect meal, or unwinding after a sea swim and sauna. 

·       Bachram (BOCH-rum) – Boisterous behaviour 
The lively, infectious energy of a weekend away with old friends—the kind of laughter and craic that never gets old. 

·       Gliondar (glun-dur) – Gladness, joyfulness, utter delight 
The overwhelming feeling of happiness when you arrive at a breathtaking Irish destination, your heart full and your soul uplifted. 

So, the next time you’re feeling the Sceitimíní, soaking up some Suaimhneas, or embracing the Bachram, why not throw in a cúpla focal.