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Report: 68 members of Defence Forces convicted or charged with offences

Report: 68 members of Defence Forces convicted or charged with offences

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Micheál Martin has said no one convicted of serious physical assaults or gender-based violence should be serving in the forces.
‘It’s like a cult’: Fans buzzing ahead of Taylor Swift’s Dublin gigs

‘It’s like a cult’: Fans buzzing ahead of Taylor Swift’s Dublin gigs

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

The US pop sensation will play three sold-out gigs at the Aviva Stadium this weekend.
What are the battle lines in Ireland's multi-billion euro Russian jet trial?

What are the battle lines in Ireland's multi-billion euro Russian jet trial?

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

What are battle lines in Ireland's multi-billion euro Russian jet trial?
Pearse Doherty accuses Tánaiste of ‘dishonesty’ over Government’s housing policy

Pearse Doherty accuses Tánaiste of ‘dishonesty’ over Government’s housing policy

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

The Ceann Comhairle threatened to suspend the Dáil as Sinn Féin TDs and Micheál Martin disagreed with a Government housing scheme
Fine Gael Senator being sued for assault says he acted in self-defence

Fine Gael Senator being sued for assault says he acted in self-defence

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Dundalk-based Senator John McGahon is being sued by Castleblaney farmer Breen White
Hospital apologies in court to family of woman who died after admission

Hospital apologies in court to family of woman who died after admission

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

The hospital admitted a breach of duty in failing to arrange a brain scan within one hour of 1am on November 12th, 2015.
Man jailed for defrauding almost €30,000 from 18 international students

Man jailed for defrauding almost €30,000 from 18 international students

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Raul Rodriguez Ramirez (36) used the money to invest in a restaurant business instead of using it to directly book courses for the students
Aer Lingus passengers face more flight cancellations as talks break down

Aer Lingus passengers face more flight cancellations as talks break down

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Pilots are looking for a near 24 per cent increase, while Aer Lingus has been forced to cancel 270 flights so far as a result of the row.
Twelve gardaí currently suspended for sexual assault and misconduct allegations

Twelve gardaí currently suspended for sexual assault and misconduct allegations

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

The remaining nine suspended are under investigation for ‘other’.
Man who dragged his ex-partner along road in 'horrific' attack receives suspended sentence

Man who dragged his ex-partner along road in 'horrific' attack receives suspended sentence

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

The attack happened at Manor Valley, Monksland, Athlone, Co. Roscommon on November 8th 2021.
‘I have young children, I have a wife’: Taoiseach says bomb threat at his home ‘utterly unacceptable’

‘I have young children, I have a wife’: Taoiseach says bomb threat at his home ‘utterly unacceptable’

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Gardaí carried out a search carried of Simon Harris’ home, however nothing was discovered
Nationalist battle as SDLP faces Sinn Féin challenge for Foyle

Nationalist battle as SDLP faces Sinn Féin challenge for Foyle

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

SDLP leader Colum Eastwood and Sinn Fein candidate Sandra Duffy are expected to be the frontrunners.
Number of foreign visitors up 8.5% on last year – CSO

Number of foreign visitors up 8.5% on last year – CSO

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

The largest contingent of visitors from overseas came from Britain
Explained: Could Dublin get an economic windfall from Taylor Swift?

Explained: Could Dublin get an economic windfall from Taylor Swift?

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

As the US pop superstar prepares for her Aviva Stadium concerts, could 'Swiftonomics' benefit Dublin?
Man (20s) arrested over assault on tourist in Dublin city centre

Man (20s) arrested over assault on tourist in Dublin city centre

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

He is being held at a Garda station in Dublin and is the fourth arrest connected to the incident.
Majority of adults under 35 would like a job as an influencer, survey finds

Majority of adults under 35 would like a job as an influencer, survey finds

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Over 50 per cent of adults said they believe they would earn more money as an influencer than they do now
Fresh talks under way between Aer Lingus and pilots' union in bid to end dispute

Fresh talks under way between Aer Lingus and pilots' union in bid to end dispute

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Dozens of flights have been cancelled since pilots began a work-to-rule on Wednesday in a bid for an improved pay offer
Call for random drug testing in Dáil after TD suggests cocaine is used in Leinster House

Call for random drug testing in Dáil after TD suggests cocaine is used in Leinster House

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

A report published this week revealed an increase in cocaine addiction across the country.
New teachers to receive €2,000 incentive to take full-time jobs

New teachers to receive €2,000 incentive to take full-time jobs

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Newly qualified teachers who take up a full-time role for the coming school year will receive the payment next summer
Two teenagers killed in collision involving bus and electric scooter in Waterford

Two teenagers killed in collision involving bus and electric scooter in Waterford

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

A second boy was injured in the collision

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