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A Common-Sense Victory for women with Clarity in Law
The UK Supreme Court’s unanimous decision to define “woman” and “sex” in the 2010 Equality Act as referring to biological sex is a resounding victory for common sense. This landmark ruling, the culmination of a hard-fought legal battle led by For Women Scotland against the Scottish government... -
Balancing Garda Protection with Public Transparency
The recent push by the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) at their annual conference in Killarney, Co Kerry, to curb the filming of Gardaí by so-called "citizen journalists" raises a critical debate about the balance between officer safety and public accountability. While no... -
UK Police Warning Over "Speak English" Comment Sparks Free Speech Firestorm
In a viral video that has ignited fierce debate across social media, a British police officer is seen cautioning an elderly, partially deaf man in Wisbech, England, that asking someone to "speak English" could be considered a hate crime. Posted on April 12, 2025, by X user @UltraDane, the video... -
Irish News Irish Pharma Exports Surge as Companies Race to Beat US Tariffs
Preliminary data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) has revealed a dramatic rise in Irish exports during February, largely driven by a sharp increase in medical and pharmaceutical shipments. According to the figures, exports of medical and pharmaceutical products soared by €9.2 billion, a... -
Irish News New Study Highlights Growing Economic Divide Between Republic and Northern Ireland
A new study has revealed that the Republic of Ireland is outperforming Northern Ireland in multiple key areas, including wages, economic growth, and overall living standards. The research, published by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) and commissioned by the Shared Island Unit... -
Europe Faces Climate Extremes as 2024 Becomes Hottest Year on Record
A new report has revealed that severe weather events across Europe in 2024 caused widespread damage, impacting hundreds of thousands of people and resulting in billions in financial losses. According to the European State of the Climate Report, jointly published by the World Meteorological... -
Irish News Sharp Decline in Asylum Applications in Ireland During Early 2025
Sharp Decline in Asylum Applications in Ireland During Early 2025 Ireland has recorded a significant drop in the number of people seeking international protection, with applications falling by over 40% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. Between January and... -
Irish News 86 Ukrainians Evicted from State Accommodation for Unapproved Absences in One Year
86 Ukrainians Evicted from State Accommodation for Unapproved Absences in One Year April 10, 2025 A total of 86 Ukrainians were evicted from State-provided accommodation between October 9, 2023, and October 9, 2024, following a policy change that banned unapproved absences, according to... -
Trump’s Tariff Tango: A Strategic Dance or a Stumble in the Spotlight?
Trump’s Tariff Tango: A Strategic Dance or a Stumble in the Spotlight? April 10th 2025 For a moment there, it looked like Donald Trump was ready to flip the global economic table upside down. Sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs on dozens of countries? A golden age of American manufacturing on the... -
Ireland’s Changing Face
Over the past 35 years, Ireland has undergone a profound demographic transformation, shifting from a nation of near-uniform ethnic homogeneity to one where the Ethnic Irish population—those tracing their cultural and ancestral roots to Ireland’s historical lineage—now face a steadily eroding... -
Irish News Taoiseach Confirms 'Housing Czar' to Be Appointed Soon
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has confirmed that a dedicated figure—often referred to as a "housing czar"—will soon be appointed to accelerate the delivery of housing across Ireland. Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, Mr Martin said that the new position, expected to be filled by the end of the... -
China Hits Back at US Tariffs with Steep Levies and Trade Restrictions
Beijing has unveiled a series of new trade measures in direct response to fresh tariffs introduced by the United States. China's Ministry of Finance announced that starting April 10, all American imports will be subject to an additional 34% tariff. This move is seen as a direct countermeasure... -
Irish News Opposition Stages Dáil Walkout Over Regional Independent Speaking Slot
Tensions in the Dáil deepened today as deputies from Sinn Féin, Labour, Independent Ireland, and People Before Profit-Solidarity walked out of the chamber in protest during the first question posed to Taoiseach Micheál Martin by a member of the Regional Independent Group under newly revised... -
Irish News Dáil Passes Bill to Guarantee Access to Cash Infrastructure
The Government’s Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024 has passed through the Dáil, marking a major step toward protecting public access to physical cash across Ireland — especially in rural and underserved areas. The legislation will now progress to the Seanad for... -
Trump Unveils Sweeping Global Tariffs in Bold Economic Move
US President Donald Trump has announced a dramatic new set of tariffs aimed at reshaping the global trade landscape and boosting domestic manufacturing, marking one of the most aggressive trade policies of his presidency to date. Speaking from the White House on Wednesday, Trump claimed the... -
Hungary has announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC)
Hungary has announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), becoming the first EU member state to do so. The move was declared shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Budapest for a state visit, amid an ICC arrest warrant issued against him for... -
Irish News Local Property Tax to Increase in 2026, Confirms Minister Donohoe
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe has confirmed that the Local Property Tax (LPT) will rise from 2026, though he assured that increases will be limited for the vast majority of homeowners. Speaking after presenting a memo to Cabinet, Mr Donohoe said that most property owners will see annual... -
Irish News Verona Murphy Survives Historic Confidence Vote Amid Dáil Turmoil
In a dramatic and unprecedented moment in Irish political history, the Dáil has voted confidence in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, with the motion passing by 96 votes to 71, and two abstentions. This marks the first time such a vote has ever been held on a sitting speaker of the Dáil. The... -
Irish News Aontú Slams €1.2 Billion EU Migration Plan as ‘Outrageous’ Amid Dáil Dysfunction
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín TD has sharply criticised the Government’s National Implementation Plan for the EU Migration and Asylum Pact, warning that it will cost Irish taxpayers up to €1.2 billion and lacks transparency, local consultation, and effective border controls. Tóibín accused the... -
Marine Le Pen Banned from Office Amid Conviction in EU Funds Case
In a stunning legal and political blow, far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been sentenced to a five-year ban on holding public office and handed a four-year prison term — to be served under electronic surveillance — over a long-running case involving misuse of European Parliament funds. The...