5 h. ago Analysis: We're still not used to diversity in Ireland's electoral system

Dr Iker Erdocia says attitudes towards migrant political candidates are improving, but change to Ireland’s voting system comes slowly.

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21 h. ago Major improvement works for Inis Oírr pier to be completed in 2027

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Major infrastructural improvement works for Inis Oírr Pier are expected to be completed before the end of 2027. The proposed development would include the construction of a 90m long concrete pier and seawall, along with raising the existing seawall. The Aran Islands pier, which receives over 3,000 […] The post Major improvement works for Inis Oírr pier to be completed in 2027 appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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23 h. ago Bank of Ireland Initiate Voluntary Debit Card Block on Gambling Sites

Bank of Ireland Initiate Voluntary Debit Card Block on Gambling Sites  Gambling Industry News

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26 h. ago Health Minister at UHG next week to launch €4m investment for breast cancer research

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill will be in Galway city next week for a major investment in breast cancer research. It involves a four million euro philanthropic investment by the National Breast Cancer Research Ireland. The aim of the funding is to advance breast cancer research and […] The post Health Minister at UHG next week to launch €4m investment for breast cancer research appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Science

29 h. ago James Browne has little power to fix the housing crisis. The status quo is in charge

Housing gets enormous amounts of money and endless new initiatives. But it has never had an alignment of power and responsibility

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30 h. ago Sonia O’Sullivan: Sometimes you need to go off the beaten track to find that timeless run of your life

Inis Meáin’s school hosts annual fundraising race that now attracts 500 participants

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31 h. ago Dublin City Schools reports major drop in chronic absenteeism

Dublin City Schools reports major drop in chronic absenteeism  41NBC News

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45 h. ago British & Irish Lions 2025 Squad Announced: 15 Irish Named, Just 2 Welsh as Squad Signals Shift in Power

British & Irish Lions 2025 Squad Announced: 15 Irish Named, Just 2 Welsh as Squad Signals Shift in Power The 2025 British & Irish Lions squad has been officially announced — and it’s already sparking major talking points across the rugby world. Ireland lead the way with 15 players selected, followed by 13 from England, […] The post British & Irish Lions 2025 Squad Announced: 15 Irish Named, Just 2 Welsh as Squad Signals Shift in Power appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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49 h. ago Two, 20s, arrested as Gardai seize almost half a million worth of cannabis in Dublin following major search operation

Two, 20s, arrested as Gardai seize almost half a million worth of cannabis in Dublin following major search operation  The Irish Sun

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51 h. ago Trá na mBan An Spidéal noted by EPA for major improvements in water quality

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Trá na mBan An Spidéal has been noted by EPA for making major improvements in its bathing water quality The beach previously had poor water quality but Special Management Plans were put in place to find and fix pollution problems. A new wastewater treatment plant has been […] The post Trá na mBan An Spidéal noted by EPA for major improvements in water quality appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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51 h. ago Scale Ireland: Attracting private capital still major challenge for start

Scale Ireland: Attracting private capital still major challenge for start-ups  Silicon Republic

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51 h. ago Pakistan and India on high alert amid airport shutdowns, security drills in major cities

Pakistan says it intends to retaliate for India’s air strikes on Wednesday that killed 31

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53 h. ago Donald Trump to announce ‘major trade deal' with UK on Thursday

It would mark the first deal agreed upon since Mr Trump’s ‘liberation day’ announcement of global tariffs last month.

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53 h. ago Trump reportedly ready to announce UK trade deal as he touts agreement with 'major country'

Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on US trading partners last month but temporarily froze most of them to allow for the negotiation of trade deals.

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53 h. ago US tariffs: Donald Trump to announce ‘major trade deal’ with ‘highly respected country’ today

Multiple media outlets in the US reported the deal was with the UK

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54 h. ago Good news for swimmers: The quality of Ireland's bathing waters has improved

81% of Ireland’s bathing sites were classified as ‘excellent’ last year.

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55 h. ago Coffey completes advanced wastewater treatment plant in County Meath, Ireland

Coffey completes advanced wastewater treatment plant in County Meath, Ireland  Water Magazine

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60 h. ago Water quality at beaches improved in 2024, with only Sandymount and Lady’s Bay in Buncrana deemed ‘poor’

EPA warns local authorities on contamination from ‘high rainfall events’

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60 h. ago What is the water quality like at your local beach? Use our table to check

EPA warns local authorities on contamination from ‘high rainfall events’

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64 h. ago Conclave: Black smoke emerges from Sistine Chapel, signalling no new pope elected

Swearing of the oaths complete and everyone bar the voting cardinals have been ordered out of the Sistine Chapel

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