2 h. ago Mother was smothered and strangled, pathologist tells murder trial

There were further injuries to the deceased's upper arms consistent with "grabbing or holding injuries", which the pathologist said can happen when a person is "handled around the place".

Events

6 h. ago Two men (60s) arrested after seizure of €10 million worth of cannabis in Co Clare

Gardaí and Revenue officers led the raid last night.

Economics

6 h. ago Munster v Ulster URC Preview: Five Changes for Hosts as Munster Look Strong Bet at

Munster v Ulster URC Preview: Five Changes for Hosts as Munster Look Strong Bet at -7 Friday night lights return to Thomond Park as Munster welcome Ulster in a mouth-watering BKT United Rugby Championship Round 17 clash (7.35pm, live on RTÉ and Premier Sports). With five changes to their starting line-up and home advantage, Graham […] The post Munster v Ulster URC Preview: Five Changes for Hosts as Munster Look Strong Bet at -7 appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

Politics

6 h. ago The black smoke caught everyone off guard, including a former US Senator and presidential nominee

‘There are some big financial problems, and Cardinal Timothy Dolan can raise money,’ said Rick Santorum.

Events

6 h. ago The black smoke caught everyone off guard, including ourselves and an ex

‘There are some big financial problems, and Cardinal Timothy Dolan can raise money,’ said Rick Santorum.

Events

7 h. ago Dublin’s Virtual Job Fair Returns: Make Your Next Career Move at the Sixth Talent Connect

Dublin’s Virtual Job Fair Returns: Make Your Next Career Move at the Sixth Talent Connect  Columbus Underground

Society

7 h. ago Two held over seizure of cannabis valued at up to €10m in Co Clare

Drugs were recovered in Meelick area, a short distance from border with Co Limerick

Politics

9 h. ago AI can be used to create drafts of government reports, say new guidelines

The guidelines outline the type of tasks that AI can be used to support work in the public service.

Politics

9 h. ago Two arrested after €460,000 cannabis seized during north Dublin raid

Two arrested after €460,000 cannabis seized during north Dublin raid  Dublin Live

Events

10 h. ago Louth v Meath: Underdog Louth Carry the Value in Historic Leinster Final at Croke Park

Louth v Meath: Underdog Louth Carry the Value in Historic Leinster Final at Croke Park Date: Sunday, May 11 Time: 4:15pm Venue: Croke Park, Dublin Live on: RTÉ Odds: Meath 4/6 | Louth 6/4 | Draw 13/2 Tip: Louth to win at 6/4 – the standout bet of the weekend A classic Leinster rivalry returns […] The post Louth v Meath: Underdog Louth Carry the Value in Historic Leinster Final at Croke Park appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

Politics

12 h. ago Ireland weather: Met Eireann pinpoint when rain is returning with possible heavy falls forecast

Ireland weather: Met Eireann pinpoint when rain is returning with possible heavy falls forecast  Dublin Live

Politics

12 h. ago After black smoke last night, cardinals return to the conclave to elect a new pope

The electors failed to reach a decision on day one, but will be back at it at the Sistine Chapel this morning.

Events

13 h. ago The quest for perfection is doing you much more bad than good

Striving for unachievable goals can lead to depression and feelings of low self-worth

Politics

13 h. ago Miriam Lord: The Cardinals wore frousers. Sure why can’t the girleens wear skorts?

The outcry over the camogie skorts rule made its way from the pitch to the plinth, and ultimately on to the floor of the Dáil

Politics

13 h. ago Now that I am a bus driver extraordinaire, I can pass my wisdom on to you

There’s no point in daintily pumping the huge brake pedal with your toes because next thing you’ll be through the window of a Spar

Transport

20 h. ago Cliona Ward, Irish woman held in US detention centre after family visit, released

Irish woman was detained after returning to San Francisco following a visit to see her ill father in Co Cork

Events

21 h. ago 20 pipe bombs and €190k of cannabis seized by gardaí in Co Louth

A cordon was established, and the Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team attended the scene.

Events

21 h. ago Irish woman detained by US immigration to be released after charges dropped in court

Cliona Ward was detained at a detention centre for several weeks after returning to the US from a trip to Ireland.

Events

23 h. ago Air Canada resumes flights between Dublin to Vancouver this summer

Air Canada resumes flights between Dublin to Vancouver this summer  Travel Radar

Politics

24 h. ago Ireland’s cancer medicine delays highlight serious systemic issues

Ireland’s cancer medicine delays highlight serious systemic issues  Euractiv

Science