The Latest Breaking News from Ireland

Journalist and daughter, 10, die after road accident in Ireland

Fundraising drive launched for family of mother who once wrote for The Independent

The Independent UK · Jul 29

Bob Geldof pays tribute to Glen Hansard: ‘We have lost one of the greats’

Tributes have poured in from across the world for the Irish musician and activist, who died in a motorcycle crash on Wednesday morning.

Evening Standard · Jul 29

Glen Hansard Dies Aged 56: From Dublin Streets to Oscar Glory, 'Once' Star Killed in Motorbike Crash

Oscar-winning musician Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin. Known for his role in 'Once' and as The Frames' frontman, his death has shocked Ireland's music community.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

How Did Glen Hansard Die? Reluctant Actor Won an Oscar Before Tragic Death at 56

Irish musician Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning songwriter and frontman of the Frames, has died aged 56 in a motorcycle crash in Dublin, leaving a singular legacy of busking, film, and deeply felt songs.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

Ireland unveils blueprint to electrify economy by 2050

Dublin's plan takes into account a surge in electricity demand over the coming decades, driven by electric vehicles, industry and rapidly expanding data centres, which will place growing pressure on the national grid.

Euronews · Jul 29

Glen Hansard: The Oscar winner who never stopped busking on Dublin’s streets

The Ballymun musician’s career began as a teenager busking in Grafton Street.

Evening Standard · Jul 29

Glen Hansard Cause of Death: 'Once' Singer Dies at 56 in Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crash

Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning Irish musician, died at 56 in a Dublin motorcycle crash. Known for 'Once' and 'Falling Slowly,' his death leaves a void in Irish music.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

‘We have lost one of the greats’: Heartbroken tributes pour in after Glen Hansard’s death

Hansard died in a motorbike accident on the outskirts of Dublin in the early hours of July 29

The Independent UK · Jul 29

Luke Donald names three-time major winner as Europe vice-captain for 2027 Ryder Cup

Luke Donald has named his third vice-captain ahead of next year’s Ryder Cup

The Independent UK · Jul 29

Daicos-Mullin match-up to shape huge AFL clash

Oisin Mullin couldn't play in the All-Ireland final for Mayo but his job on Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos could be huge in the context of Geelong's season.

AAP · Jul 29