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Hundreds of academic staff and university workers have signed an open letter opposing the Irish government’s decision to remove the Triple Lock, a key policy that has long restricted the deployment of Irish soldiers without UN Security Council approval. The Triple Lock currently ensures that no...

Germany’s conservative leaders, poised to form the next government, are pushing for the rapid reintroduction of compulsory military service, arguing that Europe must strengthen its own security as U.S. support under President Donald Trump becomes increasingly uncertain. Friedrich Merz, leader...

European leaders are meeting in Brussels for a special summit on defense, as concerns grow over the continent’s security following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to pause military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron warned that Europe is at a...

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of all remaining hostages and the return of the bodies of deceased captives. He also urged Hamas leaders to flee Gaza, warning that further destruction would follow if they did not comply. U.S...

The United States has halted all intelligence sharing with Ukraine, further escalating tensions between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. officials have confirmed. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz stated that the U.S. is taking a step back and...

Ireland’s economy has reached "technical full employment", with the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropping to 3.9% in February, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The latest data shows a slight improvement from January’s 4% rate and aligns with the...

Ireland’s tax revenues for the first two months of the year have risen 12% compared to the same period in 2024, signaling continued economic growth. The State’s finances also received a significant boost from a €1.7 billion payment linked to Apple, following a European Court of Justice ruling...

President Donald Trump delivered a high-energy address to a joint session of Congress, marking his first since returning to the White House. In a record-breaking speech, he outlined his vision for his second term, touting economic and foreign policy moves while engaging in rowdy exchanges with...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described his recent heated meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as “regrettable” and admitted that it “did not go the way it was supposed to.” Despite the tense exchange, Zelensky has signaled Ukraine’s willingness to cooperate under Trump’s...

European Commission head, Ursula von der Leyen, has unveiled a five-point plant to rearm Europe.She said member states should increase defence spending by 1.5% of GDP.It comes after Donald Trump said overnight he was halting all military aid to Ukraine.Asked whether the UK had been blindsided by...

Rte is Reporting that Ireland could face financial penalties of up to €26 billion if it fails to meet its 2030 climate targets, according to a new joint report by the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and the Climate Change Advisory Council. The report warns that Ireland is currently on track to...

President Donald Trump’s sweeping 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada officially took effect on Tuesday, a move aimed at pressuring America’s key trading partners to take stronger action against drug cartels and illicit drug flows into the U.S. At the same time, Trump has doubled...

President Donald Trump has announced a pause on U.S. military aid to Ukraine, citing concerns over Kyiv’s approach to peace efforts. The decision follows a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, escalating tensions between the two leaders. A White House official confirmed...

President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after the latter stated that an end to Ukraine’s war with Russia remains “very, very far away.” The comments come just days after a heated exchange between the two leaders during a meeting at the White House...

The iconic WH Smith brand is expected to disappear from British high streets as the company moves forward with plans to sell its struggling high street stores—without the rights to its name. The retailer, which has been a familiar presence since 1792, has been in discussions for weeks about...

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris is set to present a proposal to Cabinet on Tuesday for an additional €100 million in financial assistance to Ukraine. Speaking on RTÉ’s This Week programme, Mr. Harris explained that the funding would go towards non-lethal military support...

The decision to manufacture 5,000 air defence missiles in Belfast for Ukraine is a major development for the local workforce, according to DUP leader Gavin Robinson. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed that the lightweight multirole missiles (LMM) will be produced at the Thales...

A recent survey conducted by the University of Galway Students’ Union has revealed that nearly 80% of students faced difficulties securing accommodation for the academic year. According to the union, the ongoing housing crisis is placing immense pressure on students, contributing to emigration...

New crime statistics from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveal a significant increase in burglaries and related offences over the past year. According to the data, burglaries rose by 10% in the 12 months leading up to September, with non-violent break-ins accounting for most of the...