The Latest Breaking News from Ireland

Matt Sherratt ‘couldn’t turn down’ Wales offer after Warren Gatland’s departure

The Cardiff head coach will take charge for the Six Nations games against Ireland, Scotland and England.

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Scotland’s Tom Jordan relishing chance to sample ‘hostile’ Twickenham atmosphere

Scotland take on England in the Six Nations a week on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Stormont backs GB Energy Bill despite concern over ‘lack of detail’

Several MLAs voiced concern at a lack of information around how GB Energy will operate in Northern Ireland.

Evening Standard · Feb 11, 2025

Parents Heartbroken After Daughter’s High-Pitched Cry Leads to Devastating Diagnosis

Tasmyn Gopfert and Brett Babich, from Kinsale, Ireland, have shared their heartbreaking journey after their daughter, Miley.

The Fashion Central · Feb 10, 2025

Vegan restaurant first to be awarded Michelin star in UK and Ireland

Modern European restaurant Moor Hall became only the 10th restaurant across the UK and Ireland to have three.

Evening Standard · Feb 10, 2025

Tariffs ‘not conducive’ to economic growth – Irish premier

Mr Martin said it is important for the EU to maintain a ‘positive’ trading relationship with Mr Trump.

Evening Standard · Feb 10, 2025

Switzerland Is Officially the Fun Police for Motorcyclists, Implements Silly Sanctions

"Loud pipes save lives" is a divisive statement, even in the motorcycle community. I believe, under certain circumstances, loud pipes could actually prevent some accidents and potentially death. In Ireland, where I spent my formative years riding, lane splitting is legal, but motorcycles aren't common, so drivers aren't always on…

RideApart · Feb 10, 2025

The flight-free coach holidays that are actually fun

From Italy to Ireland, these coach trips are a convenient way to explore Europe, say Sarah Marshall

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025

Gregor Townsend wants perspective after Scotland’s Six Nations loss to Ireland

Sunday’s demoralising defeat at the hands of an Irish side chasing a third consecutive title brought a familiar sense of deflation for Scotland.

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025

Irish government urged to enact trade ban with Israeli settlements within a year

A campaign behind the Occupied Territories Bill thinks it could set an EU precedent on banning trade with illegal settlements.

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025