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Irish News 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... -
Irish News 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... -
Irish News 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... -
Irish News 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... -
International News 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... -
Irish News 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... -
Irish News 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’s 2025 Election: Mark Carney’s Triumph Signals a New Era of Resilience
The Liberal victory, fueled by Donald Trump’s threats, showcases Canada’s resolve to chart its own path—but the road ahead demands bold reinvention. On April 29, 2025, Canada’s Liberal Party, under the steady hand of Prime Minister Mark Carney, defied the odds to secure a fourth consecutive... -
International News 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... -
Cardinals to Gather for Secret Conclave to Elect New Pope on 7 May
The Vatican has announced that cardinals from around the world will gather in conclave next month to elect the next leader of the Catholic Church, following the death of Pope Francis. The secretive process is set to begin inside the Sistine Chapel on 7 May. Approximately 135 cardinals are... -
International News Massive Power Outage Plunges Spain and Portugal into Darkness
Latest: Rare atmospheric phenomenon' behind outage and disruption could last a week, Portuguese operator says Millions of people across Spain and Portugal were left without electricity today, as a major blackout disrupted daily life, transportation, and essential services across the Iberian... -
A Fragile Pause — But a Glimmer of Hope in Ukraine’s Long War
Today's announcement by Vladimir Putin of a temporary ceasefire from May 8th to 11th is, at the very least, an unexpected moment of pause in a conflict that has raged far too long. The timing — coinciding with Victory Day commemorations of the end of World War Two — seems more symbolic than... -
International News 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... -
International News 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... -
Irish News Uninsured Vehicles in Ireland Nearly Halved Thanks to New Detection System
The number of uninsured private vehicles on Irish roads has plummeted by nearly 50% since the introduction of the Irish Motor Insurance Database (IMID), a system designed to help gardaí identify uninsured drivers quickly and efficiently. According to the Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland... -
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... -
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...
