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International News Tragedy Strikes Vancouver Filipino Festival as Driver Kills Nine, Injures Others
A horrific incident unfolded at the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver, Canada, when a man drove a vehicle into a crowd, killing at least nine people and injuring several others, according to Vancouver police. The suspect, a 30-year-old local man known to authorities, was apprehended at the... -
Irish News Taoiseach Micheál Martin dismisses concerns about anti-immigration protest
Taoiseach Addresses Anti-Immigration Protest and Commits to Reforming Military Deployment Policy Taoiseach Micheál Martin downplayed concerns regarding a large anti-immigration protest in Dublin city centre, where participants frequently cited the housing crisis as a key issue. Speaking on... -
Anti-Immigration Protests in Ireland: A Growing Sentiment or a Futile Stand?
On 26 April 2025, Dublin’s streets once again became a battleground for Ireland’s divided views on immigration. The “National Protest for Ireland,” an anti-immigration rally, drew thousands to the capital, echoing a similar event two years prior—the 2023 “Rally for All,” a pro-immigration march...- News
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Irish News Heavy Garda Presence in Dublin as Anti-Immigration Protest and Counter-Demonstration Take Place
This afternoon, Dublin city centre became the stage for two clashing visions of Ireland's future. On one side, protesters gathered at the Garden of Remembrance to voice their opposition to immigration policies. Across the city’s heart at the GPO, around 1,000 counter-protesters rallied under the... -
Irish News Hundreds of Thousands Mourn as Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Rome
An extraordinary outpouring of grief and remembrance unfolded today in Rome, as hundreds of thousands of mourners, world leaders, and members of the public came together for the funeral of Pope Francis. The beloved pontiff, who reshaped the image of the Catholic Church through humility... -
Zelensky and Trump Hold 'Symbolic' Talks Ahead of Pope Francis' Funeral
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"... -
Irish News Clonskeagh Islamic Cultural Centre Temporarily Closes Amid Internal Dispute
One of Ireland’s most prominent mosques, the Islamic Cultural Centre in Clonskeagh, Dublin, has been temporarily closed to the public following an incident over the weekend believed to stem from internal tensions. Footage circulating online, reportedly filmed on Saturday, shows large groups of... -
Irish News Ireland's Electricity Costs May Rise During Green Energy Transition, Report Warns
Ireland’s transition to renewable energy could lead to higher electricity prices and reduced reliability unless key challenges are addressed, according to a new report by the National Economic and Social Council (NESC). Despite the promise of long-term cost savings from wind and solar energy... -
Irish News Engineers Warn Government’s 2050 Green Energy Target Is ‘Unachievable’ Without Concrete Plan
An all-island engineers' body has raised serious concerns about the Irish Government’s ambitious goal to fully decarbonise the electricity sector by 2050, stating it is "impossible" under current plans. In a new report, the Irish Academy of Engineering (IAE) outlined that over 350 major energy... -
Irish News CSO: Marginal Rise in New Home Completions as Government Faces Challenge to Meet 2025 Housing Targets
The latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveals that 6,014 new homes were completed in Ireland during the first quarter of 2025 — a modest 2% increase on the same period last year. While the slight rise offers some encouragement, the Government still faces a steep climb to reach... -
India Orders Pakistani Nationals to Leave as Diplomatic Fallout Deepens Over Kashmir Attack
The Indian government has ordered all Pakistani nationals currently in the country to leave by 29 April, as tensions escalate following a deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir earlier this week. India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that all visa services for Pakistani citizens... -
UK Government Borrowing Surges Past Forecasts Amid Tariff Threats
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... -
The UK’s Dangerous Dance with Nature in Sun-Dimming Experiments
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... -
EU Hits Apple and Meta with Fines Under Landmark Big Tech Law
The European Union has issued its first major penalties under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), slapping Apple with a €500 million fine and Meta with a €200 million fine for breaching the bloc's rules aimed at reining in the dominance of Big Tech. The move could escalate transatlantic tensions... -
Irish News Teachers' Union Warns of Possible Strike Over Leaving Cert Reform
Delegates at the Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) annual congress have unanimously passed a motion signalling potential industrial action if ongoing talks with the Department of Education on Leaving Certificate reform do not lead to an acceptable agreement. The motion authorises the union to... -
Irish News Intel Reportedly Planning Major Job Cuts as Part of Global Restructuring
Intel is reportedly preparing to cut more than 20% of its global workforce, according to a Bloomberg report citing sources familiar with the company's internal plans. The tech giant is expected to announce the restructuring this week as it looks to streamline operations and eliminate... -
Irish News Government Falls Short on Social Housing Targets in 2024
The Government failed to meet its social housing construction targets last year, with over 1,400 fewer homes built than planned under its Housing for All strategy, newly released figures reveal. The plan had aimed for 9,300 new social homes to be delivered in 2024, but the final tally came to... -
Thousands Begin Final Farewell to Pope Francis at St Peter's Basilica
Tens of thousands of mourners have begun paying their respects to Pope Francis, whose body has been placed in state at St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City for three days of public viewing. From early morning, a vast queue of pilgrims, tourists, and local residents filled St Peter’s Square... -
Irish News President Higgins Leads National Tributes Following Death of Pope Francis
President Michael D Higgins has led Irish tributes to Pope Francis, following the Vatican’s announcement of the pontiff’s passing early this morning. In a heartfelt statement, President Higgins described the late Pope as a leader of “unique humility and warmth” who brought spiritual depth and... -
Pope Francis, First Latin American Pontiff, Dies at 88
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...