The Latest Breaking News from Ireland

Ten awe-inspiring European road trips everyone should experience at least once

In Europe, road-tripping drivers are brought face to face with jaw-dropping views that change at every turn

The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025

Gardai investigating report of drones near Dublin Airport during Zelensky visit

The Ukrainian president and his wife arrived in Dublin late on Monday night.

Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2025

Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson reacts to ‘strange’ World Cup draw: ‘Football was second’

Ireland would face a group comprising hosts Mexico, South Africa and South Korea if they progress to the World Cup

The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025

Austria to go ahead with Eurovision despite financial impact of boycott

Host broadcaster says show will not suffer after four countries withdraw from 2026 contest over Israel and Gaza

The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025

Irish premier describes Eurovision boycott as ‘act of solidarity’

Ireland is among a number of countries who pulled out of the contest over Israel’s participation in 2026.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025

Sweden’s national broadcaster confirms it will take part in Eurovision 2026

Ireland, The Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pulled out of the singing competition following the EBU general assembly in Geneva on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025

'We're here because we deserve to be' – Irish cycling's journey from 'underdog' status to an unfazed force

After the nation's most successful year in recent history, Cyclingnews spoke to Irish stars Lara Gillespie and Ben Healy on the Emerald Isle's changing mindset as it eyes a return to cycling's top table

Cycling News · Dec 5, 2025

Should lynx and wolves be reintroduced to Britain and Ireland? Young people have mixed feelings

There are many things people have love-hate relationships with in Britain and Ireland, from Brussels sprouts to cricket or sea swimming. Another item can now be added to this list: the reintroduction of lynx and wolves to the countryside.

The Conversation · Dec 5, 2025

Four countries boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete

Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia have withdrawn from Eurovision 2026 over the Gaza war after the competition's organisers cleared Israel's participation, plunging the competition into one of the biggest rows since it began in 1956.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 5, 2025

Ukraine war briefing: drones reportedly spotted near Zelenskyy flight path on Dublin trip

Irish navy ship spotted suspicious drones near the flight path of Zelenskyy’s aircraft as he landed on Monday in Ireland, local media reported. What we know on day 1,3811

The Guardian - AU · Dec 5, 2025