Man guilty of attempting to murder three children in attack that triggered Dublin riot Jury also finds Riad Bouchaker guilty of assaulting two other children and a childcare worker in 2023 stabbings The Guardian - UK · Jul 1
Riad Bouchaker found guilty of attempting to murder three children in Dublin knife attack One of his victims is now non-verbal, uses a wheelchair and cannot swallow safely The Independent UK · Jul 1
Zelensky takes aim at Russian-owned companies in Europe during Dublin address The Ukrainian president called for fresh European sanctions. Evening Standard · Jul 1
Riad Bouchaker found guilty of attempting to murder three children in Dublin The incident preceded disorder that broke out in Dublin city centre in which shops were looted and vehicles were set on fire. Evening Standard · Jul 1
Stabbing in Dublin preceded disorder that saw buses and trams set alight The scenes put pressure on the Irish Government over its ability to maintain safety in the capital. Evening Standard · Jul 1
Heroic interventions to save children during Parnell Square stabbing Care worker Leanne Flynn and others intervened to stop Riad Bouchaker on a busy Dublin street three years ago. Evening Standard · Jul 1
Volodymyr Zelensky thanks Ireland for support during Dublin Castle address The Ukrainian president addressed the opening ceremony of Ireland’s EU presidency on Wednesday afternoon. Evening Standard · Jul 1
Zelensky lands in Dublin ahead of Ireland’s EU presidency opening ceremony Meetings with Mr Zelensky are also due to take place after he attends the formal opening ceremony. Evening Standard · Jul 1
Jury continues deliberations in Dublin stabbing trial Riad Bouchaker, 52, denies eight charges including the attempted murder of three children. Evening Standard · Jul 1
EU must keep promises on Ukraine accession talks, says Zelenskyy, as Ireland takes presidency – as it happened Ukrainian leader among guests in Dublin as Micheál Martin says ‘we will stand unswervingly by your people’ The Guardian - UK · Jul 1
Newsletter: EU entering trade ‘conflict’ with China without autumn deal, EPP boss Weber says Hello, it’s Mared Gwyn here with your morning digest. Today: The view from Dublin as Ireland takes over the EU presidency baton, and how EU allies have clinched better terms as the bloc’s steel tariffs kick in. Euronews · Jul 1
Ireland takes over EU presidency with French naval help on security Ireland takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on Wednesday with French and British military assets expected to help protect a six-month programme of high-level meetings, as Dublin prepares for what security officials describe as an unusually demanding operation. Radio France Internationale · Jul 1
Jury sent home after an hour of deliberations in Dublin stabbing trial The judge urged the jury to ‘please guard against’ emotions interfering in their deliberations. Evening Standard · Jun 30
"It was a craving for something new." Meet The Scratch, the metal misfits who might just be the missing link between The Dubliners and Metallica More than just a party band with a "weird little sound", The Scratch's third album Pull Like A Dog is out now Louder · Jun 30
The Guardian - UK · Jun 30 Ireland is big tech’s lapdog – and that compromises its EU presidency The country is dependent on the global giants that call Dublin home. Irish ministers can’t be trusted to chair vital European digital sovereignty talks, says Irish civil liberties campaigner Johnny Ryan
Evening Standard · Jun 29 ‘Absurd’ to suggest stabbing accused did not intend to kill, jury told Riad Bouchaker is charged with the attempted murder of two girls and one boy in Parnell Square East in 2023.
Euronews · Jun 26 Podcast | From Nicosia to Dublin: Cyprus to pass the baton to Ireland From the long-term EU budget to the conflict in the Middle East, what were the defining moments of Cyprus' presidency of the Council of the EU? And as Ireland takes over, what fresh ideas will it bring to the table?
The Guardian - UK · Jun 25 Dooneen by Keith Ridgway review – uncanny visions of dark times in Dublin Ireland is trembling with nascent social unrest in this labyrinthine tale of one man’s homecoming
The Conversation · Jun 24 From Belfast to Washington, a familiar script of the ‘dangerous migrant’ has emerged It tends to start with a violent assault. Then video documentation of the incident quickly circulates online, priming people to see not just an individual crime but a broader story about perceived dangerous outsiders.
Guitar World · Jun 22 Kirk Hammett tumbles off stage as Metallica pay tribute to Thin Lizzy in Ireland The band’s first of two nights in Dublin saw Hammett embark on some unplanned choreography during a thrash classic
Louder · Jun 21 "Slip & Destroy." Metallica's Kirk Hammett sees the funny side after falling offstage during Dublin show Metallica guitarist takes a tumble in Dublin as band launch into classic hit Seek & Destroy
The Economic Times · Jun 18 Beyond destinations: Why employability trumps all for ambitious Indian students Indian students and their families are now prioritizing return on investment and career outcomes over institutional prestige when choosing to study abroad. This pragmatic approach, driven by access to information, is leading to a rise in outcome-driven education choices, particularly from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
AAP · Jun 18 Japan and South Korea lead the shift in global summer travel trends, according to Holafly data DUBLIN, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holafly, the global leader in travel eSIMs, today released its Summer Travel Report 2026, revealing a major shift in global travel preferences. While Spain continues to rank as the world's most popular summer destination, Asian countries are gaining significant ground, with Japan climbing…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16 From Shamrock Rovers to defying Spain: ‘rusty’ Roberto Lopes savours Cape Verde’s finest hour The Dublin-born defender’s display against Spain drew comparisons with Paul McGrath’s against Italy in 1994 but he says there is still room to improve
AAP · Jun 16 Craft Irish Whiskey's The Donn Scores 98 at IWSC 2026, Ranking Among the World's Highest-Rated Whiskies DUBLIN, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Donn Single Malt from Craft Irish Whiskey has been awarded Gold Outstanding at the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC), scoring 98 points and ranking joint second among more than 1,300 whiskies judged worldwide, with only one whisky achieving a higher score.…