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A tragic incident unfolded in the German city of Mannheim, where a car drove into a group of pedestrians, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries, according to local authorities. Police have confirmed that a suspect has been taken into custody, and a major emergency response is underway...

Government Moves to End UN Security Council Veto on Irish Peacekeeping Missions The Irish Government is set to introduce draft legislation that would remove the requirement for UN Security Council authorisation for Ireland’s participation in peacekeeping missions. The proposal, which will be...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in Downing Street, just a day after his heated exchange with US President Donald Trump in Washington. Welcoming Zelensky, Starmer reaffirmed the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine, stating: Starmer also...

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris has warned that Ireland and other EU member states must prepare to provide greater financial and military aid to Ukraine if the United States withdraws its support. Harris stated that Europe will need to step up its commitment, emphasizing...

Jeffrey Sachs EU Parliament Live A packed house in the European Parliament on February 19, 2025 heard Professor Jeffrey Sachs outline the cold realities of US power, and Europe's subordination to it. At an event titled The Geopolitics of Peace, hosted by former UN Assistant Secretary General...

According to the CSO's flash estimate, the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) rose 1.3% year-on-year in February, down slightly from 1.5% in January. Key increases include: Energy prices: Up 0.7% in February but down 2.5% over 12 months. Food prices: Up 0.4% in February and 2.2% over...

A tense confrontation between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky unfolded at the White House, with Trump bluntly telling Zelensky to negotiate with Russia "or we are out." The furious exchange, which played out in front of the media, overshadowed what was...

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met with US President Donald Trump for the first time at the White House, covering a range of topics including trade, security, and US-UK relations. Here are the major takeaways from their discussions and press conferences: Surprise Letter from King Charles...

US President Donald Trump has formally invited Taoiseach Micheál Martin to the White House for St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Wednesday, 12 March—one week before the official holiday. The invitation follows speculation that it might not be issued, with some Opposition parties calling for the...

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Ireland remains committed to financially supporting Ukraine, despite obstacles within the European Union. The two leaders met at Shannon Airport, County Clare, on Thursday, where Zelensky made a brief stop on his...

More than 1,800 motorists are having their speeding fines and penalty points revoked after An Garda Síochána and GoSafe discovered that a static speed camera on the N17 near Claremorris, Co Mayo was not properly certified. Although the camera was fully functional and accurately detecting...

A chartered deportation flight carrying 32 people, including three women and one child, left Dublin for Tbilisi, Georgia last night. This marks the first deportation operation under a new contract signed by the Irish government last November for the provision of charter flights for...

WASHINGTON, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Elon Musk, the billionaire adviser tasked with radically downsizing the U.S. government, will attend President Donald Trump's first cabinet meeting on Wednesday as turmoil continues to swirl around his plans to fire federal workers. The meeting comes amid a...

The combined Opposition in Leinster House has withdrawn pairing arrangements for Government TDs in protest against the Dáil Reform Committee’s vote last night. Opposition Outraged Over Speaking Time Changes The dispute centers on Government plans to introduce new speaking slots every Wednesday...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed hope that a new mineral agreement with the US will pave the way for future deals, but confirmed that no American security guarantees have been agreed yet. The deal, described as a “framework” agreement, includes the establishment of a jointly...

Ireland has confirmed its intention to join a European Commission infringement case against Hungary at the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). The case challenges Hungary’s Sovereignty Protection Law, which was passed in December 2023 and has raised serious concerns about...

Sinn Féin has urged the Government to tackle the growing backlog in driving tests, with party spokesperson Pa Daly highlighting that 72,000 learner drivers are currently waiting for a test. Daly criticised the long delays, stating that the average waiting time has now exceeded the statutory...

Parents of children with special needs are forced to “jump through hoops” to access basic services, according to Social Democrats deputy leader Cian O’Callaghan. Speaking in the Dáil, O’Callaghan revealed that 14,221 children in Ireland are overdue an assessment of need. He referenced the...