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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump met today inside St Peter’s Basilica, just minutes before the funeral service for Pope Francis, in what both sides have described as a deeply significant encounter. The 15-minute meeting was characterised as "very productive"...
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The UK Government's borrowing reached £151.9 billion for the 2024-2025 financial year, marking the second-highest borrowing level in a decade, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This figure exceeded the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) forecast by £14.6 billion and...
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The General Story The United Kingdom government, through its Advanced Research and Invention Agency (Aria), is poised to approve experiments within weeks to dim sunlight as a means to combat global warming, according to a recent article from The Telegraph. These outdoor field trials, supported...
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Vatican Announces Passing of Pope Francis VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, the Vatican announced in a video statement. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo...
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Easter Sunday holds a special place in the hearts of Irish people. As one of the most sacred days in the Christian calendar, it marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a moment that lies at the very heart of Christian belief. In Ireland, a country steeped in Christian tradition, Easter is not...

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Ireland Delays Pension Auto-Enrolment to January 2026 for Smoother Rollout

The Government pushes back the launch of My Future Fund to align with the tax year and support smaller businesses, but trade unions criticize the move. The Irish Government has postponed the start of its pension auto-enrolment scheme, My Future Fund, from September 30, 2025, to January 1, 2026...

Ireland’s GDP Grows 3.2% in Q1 2025, Driven by Multinational Sectors

Ireland’s GDP Grows 3.2% in Q1 2025, Driven by Multinational Sectors Economic growth shows a strong rebound, but volatility in GDP figures underscores the influence of multinational activity. Preliminary figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveal that Ireland’s Gross Domestic...

Hate Crimes in Ireland Rise Slightly in 2024, But Under-Reporting Persists

Gardaí report a modest increase in hate crimes, with race and nationality as leading motives, while urging greater community trust to combat under-reporting. In 2024, An Garda Síochána recorded 676 hate crimes and hate-related incidents, a slight rise from 651 the previous year, according to...

Ireland to Begin Negotiations for First Military Radar System This Summer

Ireland to Begin Negotiations for First Military Radar System This Summer The sophisticated system, expected to roll out from 2026, aims to enhance Ireland’s airspace security amid growing threats. Ireland is set to launch negotiations this summer for its first-ever military radar program, a...

Taoiseach and Social Democrat TD Clash in Dáil Over Housing Policy and New Activation Office

Taoiseach and Social Democrat TD Clash in Dáil Over Housing Policy and New Activation Office Micheál Martin defends the Strategic Housing Activation Office amid controversy over its leadership and proposed salary. A heated exchange unfolded in the Dáil on April 29, 2025, as Taoiseach Micheál...

EU to Investigate Unprecedented Iberian Blackout as Spain Probes Possible Sabotage

EU to Investigate Unprecedented Iberian Blackout as Spain Probes Possible Sabotage A massive power outage across Spain and Portugal prompts EU action and raises questions about infrastructure vulnerabilities. On April 29, 2025, the European Commission announced it would conduct a thorough...

Ireland Unveils Sweeping Asylum Law Reforms with International Protection Bill 2025

Ireland Unveils Sweeping Asylum Law Reforms with International Protection Bill 2025 The Government’s overhaul aims for faster asylum decisions, but critics warn of a lack of compassion and enforcement challenges. On April 29, 2025, the Irish Government announced a major overhaul of its asylum...

Teen Sentenced to 10 Years for Stabbing Army Chaplain

Teen Sentenced to 10 Years for Stabbing Army Chaplain in Galway: A Wake-Up Call on Online Radicalization A 17-year-old’s attack on Fr Paul Murphy highlights the dangers of unregulated internet access for children, prompting a judicial call for action. A 17-year-old boy who stabbed an Army...

Canada Election 2025: Mark Carney’s Liberals Triumph Amid Trump Threats

Mark Carney leads Liberals to a stunning victory, capitalizing on anti-Trump sentiment to secure a fourth term, despite falling short of a majority. In a remarkable turnaround, Canada’s Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has won the 2025 federal election, extending their...

Massive Power Outage Plunges Spain and Portugal into Darkness

Latest: Rare atmospheric phenomenon' behind outage and disruption could last a week, Portuguese operator says We've just heard from REN, Portugal's grid operator. It claims the outage that's affected Portugal was caused by a fault in the Spanish electricity grid, related to a "rare...

Putin Declares Temporary Ceasefire in Ukraine Amid Victory Day Celebrations

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine, set to take effect from the morning of May 8th through May 11th, aligning with Russia's annual Victory Day celebrations marking the end of World War II. In a statement released by the Kremlin, the ceasefire was...

Trump Suggests Zelensky Open to Ceding Crimea for Peace Deal

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky may be willing to relinquish Crimea to Russia as part of a peace agreement, despite Ukraine’s firm stance against territorial concessions. Speaking to reporters after a brief meeting with Zelensky at the Vatican...

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