The Latest Breaking News from Ireland

‘Unacceptable’: Israel’s detention of Irish president’s sister during aid mission condemned

Dr Margaret Connolly is among 12 Irish citizens detained by Israel during an aid mission

The Independent UK · May 19

Talented Irish filmmaker, girlfriend die in Thailand road crash

A highly talented young Irish filmmaker and his Czech girlfriend have died in a motorcycle crash in Thailand, eliciting an outpouring of tributes from Ireland's film community.

Bangkok Post · May 19

England play Tetris to build pyramid towards extending global dominance

England showed their hunger to defend Women’s World Cup title in 2029 by sealing an eighth successive Six Nations triumph

The Guardian - UK · May 18

Giving hope to young over housing the ‘challenge of our time’, Martin says

Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin delivered the keynote speech at his party’s Ard Fheis in Dublin.

Evening Standard · May 16

How to watch Republic of Ireland vs Grenada on RTE Player — it's *FREE*

Here’s how to watch the Republic of Ireland vs Grenada on RTE Player for free from anywhere in the world.

Tom’s Guide · May 16

Housing costs still too high in Ireland, Micheal Martin says

Fianna Fail is marking its centenary at the party Ard Fheis in Dublin.

Evening Standard · May 16

Finning International Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Finning International (TSE:FTT) reported what management described as its strongest first-quarter adjusted earnings per share, as product support growth and a record backlog helped offset lower mining equipment deliveries in South America. On the company’s Q1 2026 investor call, President and CEO K

MarketBeat · May 16

‘I’m so grateful I got to live these days’: A Ghost in the Throat author Doireann Ní Ghríofa on recovering from depression

The acclaimed author and poet talks about her new book, telling the true stories of patients at a derelict Victorian psychiatric hospital – a place in which she might have found herself at a different time

The Guardian - UK · May 16

Artists launch alternative Eurovision events to protest Israel’s inclusion

Palestinian songwriter Bashar Murad performed at an alternative concert in Brussels, joining a broader protest movement against Israel's participation in this week's Eurovision Song Contest. The protests are driven by widespread anger over Israel's military campaign in Gaza and other regions, with activists and human rights groups advocating for Israel's…

The Independent UK · May 15

From London to Athens: Europe’s best cities for easy day trips revealed

New research has revealed the European cities that travellers most frequently use as bases for day trips, from London escapes to Stonehenge and Bath to island visits from Athens and wine tours from Florence.

Euronews · May 15