2 h. ago Three people killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

It comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed this week to pause strikes on Ukraine energy targets for 30 days.

Events

5 h. ago Over 10,200 social welfare payments cut in 2024 over recipients failure to cooperate with efforts to find work

Official figures provided in response to a parliamentary question by Social Democrats TD, Aidan Farrelly, show that 10,232 unemployed individuals had their social welfare payments reduced in 2024, compared to 5,235 the previous year.

Economics

6 h. ago Minister’s St Patrick’s Day visit paves the way for beef exports to Vietnam

Opening the Vietnamese market for Irish beef and further cooperation between the two countries were top of the agenda when Galway West TD and Minister of State Noel Grealish, TD, visited Vietnam this week as part of a programme to mark St Patrick’s Day. As part of his itinerary, Minister Grealish – who is Minister […] The post Minister’s St Patrick’s Day visit paves the way for beef exports to Vietnam appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

17 h. ago Donegal businesses empowered through ‘Believe in Branding and Vision’ event

As part of Donegal Local Enterprise Week 2025, the “Believe in Branding and Vision: Building a Strong Identity for Business… The post Donegal businesses empowered through ‘Believe in Branding and Vision’ event appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Economics

18 h. ago Heathrow Airport: Flight disruption in NI to continue 'into weekend'

Heathrow Airport: Flight disruption in NI to continue 'into weekend'  BBC.com

Society

19 h. ago Busy and fulfilling week as Letterkenny Rotary hosts District Governor

Main pic: Letterkenny Rotary Club President, Cynthia Fuery (extreme right), with Canon Judi McGaffin and Rotarian Rob Holmes. The Letterkenny… The post Busy and fulfilling week as Letterkenny Rotary hosts District Governor appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Politics

19 h. ago Citywest firm received around €1.3m weekly in 2024 for accommodating IP applicants and Ukrainians

However, the overall spend in accommodating Ukrainians and IP applicants was down sharply on 2023.

Politics

22 h. ago Opposition seek to recognise Lowry TDs as Government ahead of Dáil speaking rights vote next week

The Opposition are united in one final push ahead of a Dáil vote on Tuesday.

Politics

23 h. ago Tanaiste asked to tackle "absolute nonsense" from networks over Connemara outages

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Tánaiste has been asked to tackle the “absolute nonsense” coming from communications companies over ongoing outages in Connemara. Galway West Deputy Mairead Farrell told the Dáil eight weeks on from Storm Eowyn, many people in the region still have no broadband or telephone. And she claimed […] The post Tanaiste asked to tackle "absolute nonsense" from networks over Connemara outages appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

23 h. ago Paddy Cosgrave’s Web Summit partners ‘cheated’ on him and his firm, court hears

High Court civil trial continues in Dublin

Politics

24 h. ago Heathrow airport closure: UK government cannot confirm if it will reopen by weekend

UK government cannot confirm airport will be back up and running by Saturday

Politics

24 h. ago Conor McGregor seeks to introduce 'fresh evidence' in appeal of civil sexual assault finding

The MMA fighter was deemed liable for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand in a Dublin hotel in December 2018 after a three-week civil trial.

Events

24 h. ago Connacht Unchanged in the Backs as Wilkins Names Strong Squad for Ospreys Test

Connacht Unchanged in the Backs as Wilkins Names Strong Squad for Ospreys Test Connacht have named their matchday 23 for Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship clash away to the Ospreys (kick-off 5.15pm), with just three changes from the side that overcame Benetton three weeks ago. There is continuity across the backline, as head coach Pete […] The post Connacht Unchanged in the Backs as Wilkins Names Strong Squad for Ospreys Test appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

Politics

25 h. ago Further Education and Training Centre Milford celebrate student success at Awards Night

Further Education and Training (FET) students in the Milford area received course certificates at an Awards Night on 13th March celebrating… The post Further Education and Training Centre Milford celebrate student success at Awards Night appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Events

26 h. ago Push to rename Western Distributor Road as active travel plans moving forward

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A city councillor is pushing for the Western Distributor Road in Knocknacarra to be renamed. It’s as active travel plans for the road are almost at planning stage, including new cycle lanes and new pedestrian crossings. At a meeting this week, Councillor Alan Curran said it’s an […] The post Push to rename Western Distributor Road as active travel plans moving forward appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

28 h. ago European leaders fail to reach agreement on €5bn artillery funding for Ukraine

The leaders are expected to agree on the issue in the coming weeks, the European Council President said.

Politics

28 h. ago Survey asks if public would pay higher ticket price to see Palás cinema reopened

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A new survey is asking if the public would pay higher ticket prices to support the reopening of the Palás cinema. The city cinema closed in recent weeks due to what the private operator called “unsustainable” losses. It might seem a contradiction of sorts – asking people […] The post Survey asks if public would pay higher ticket price to see Palás cinema reopened appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Economics

29 h. ago ‘Matter of survival’: All of Earth’s glacier regions shrank again in 2024, says UN

‘Preservation of glaciers is a not just an environmental, economic and societal necessity: it’s a matter of survival,’ said the UN’s World Meteorological Organisation.

Events

29 h. ago Dublin weather: Saharan dust to return to Irish shores with mud rain over the weekend

Dublin weather: Saharan dust to return to Irish shores with mud rain over the weekend  Dublin Live

Politics

31 h. ago Abhishek Bachchan receives warm welcome in Dublin, gets huge support to promote ETPL, visits Indian Embassy in Ireland

Abhishek Bachchan receives warm welcome in Dublin, gets huge support to promote ETPL, visits Indian Embassy in Ireland  Hindustan Times

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