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Easter Sunday holds a special place in the hearts of Irish people. As one of the most sacred days in the Christian calendar, it marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a moment that lies at the very heart of Christian belief. In Ireland, a country steeped in Christian tradition, Easter is not...
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Conor McGregor says the Irish people are intentionally being erased by mass migration. He’s considering a run for president of Ireland to stop it. Former UFC star Conor McGregor sat down for a fiery hour-long interview with ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson, released Friday evening. Filmed at the...
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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...
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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...
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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...

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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...

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...

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...

Russia and Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Violating Easter Ceasefire

Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of breaching a one-day Easter ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin, with both sides reporting hundreds of attacks. The ceasefire, intended to halt hostilities until midnight Moscow time (10 PM Irish time) on Sunday, April 20, 2025...

Russia Declares 30-Hour Easter Truce in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary 30-hour ceasefire in Ukraine, dubbed an "Easter truce," set to last until 22:00 BST on Sunday (00:00 Moscow time). The move, described as a humanitarian gesture, comes amid ongoing conflict that began with Russia's invasion of Ukraine on...

ECB Poised to Cut Interest Rates as Inflation Nears Target

The European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to announce a quarter-point cut in interest rates later today, a move aimed at supporting the eurozone economy as inflation continues to ease. The anticipated rate cut would lower the ECB’s main deposit rate from 2.5% to 2.25%, bringing the cost of...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Sinn Féin Surges in Polls as Fine Gael Hits Record Low

A new Ipsos B&A poll, published by the Irish Times, shows Sinn Féin has significantly increased its support, reclaiming the lead as the country’s most popular political party. According to the survey, Sinn Féin now stands at 26%, a six-point jump since the last poll in November 2024, conducted...

Dublin Looks to Introduce Tourist Tax by September to Fund City Services

A tourist tax on hotel stays in Dublin could be implemented as early as September, as the city’s four local authorities unite behind legislation to introduce the measure. The proposed tax would see visitors charged an additional fee on their accommodation bill, with the goal of using the funds...

Housing Assistance Options Shrinking, Simon Communities Warns

The availability of rental properties under the Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) scheme has continued to decline across Ireland, according to the latest report from the Simon Communities of Ireland. In its quarterly Locked Out of the Market study, the charity found that just 41 properties were...

Over 109,000 Adverse Incidents Reported in Irish Health Service in 2024

https://www.rte.ie/news/2025/0416/1507963-hse-incidents/
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