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His big win was followed by a very quick return to action Shane Lowry’s latest Irish Open triumph has been followed by an unusually quick return to the golf course, with the celebrations barely getting started before Ryder Cup preparations took over. The Offaly golfer produced a stunning performance at Doonbeg on Sunday, finishing 11 […]

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Robert Kraft says the goal is to “build bridges” Robert Kraft has addressed the controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour, claiming he had already been approached about making a major donation before the rapper publicly challenged him. Macklemore had previously announced that he would donate his $1 million tour salary to Palestinian […]

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The Swell has taken Amble to the top of the charts Amble have reached another major milestone, with the Irish folk trio landing their first-ever No. 1 on the Official Irish Singles Chart with The Swell. The achievement brings Sam Fender and Olivia Dean’s Rein Me In’s lengthy chart reign to an end.  The track […]

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Ireland’s fuel crisis is still far from forgotten Fine Gael entered the final weeks before Budget 2027 with a clear focus on the cost of living, but the pressure facing households was hard to ignore outside the party’s meeting in Gorey, Co Wexford. At a nearby forecourt, diesel was selling for €2.03.9 a litre, while […]

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John Kiely’s record breaking Limerick tenure will continue Limerick have opted for continuity as they prepare to defend their All-Ireland hurling crown, with John Kiely set to remain in charge for the 2027 season. The county board confirmed that the long-serving manager will continue in the role, with an option available to keep him on […]

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Travel bookings are falling behind after a difficult start to 2026 A strong spell of sunshine in Ireland may have been good news for households, but it has created an unexpected headache for the country’s holiday industry. Travel companies are now expecting 2026 bookings to fall short of last year’s figures, with several factors combining […]

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Shamrock Rovers are suddenly under serious pressure at the top The League of Ireland title race has been blown wide open after Shamrock Rovers suffered a damaging defeat to St Patrick’s Athletic. Rovers arrived at Richmond Park with a 10-point advantage at the top only five weeks ago. They now lead by just three points […]

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Charli XCX has a very exciting February planned Dublin is officially on Charli XCX’s 2027 touring schedule, with the singer set to bring her latest era to the 3Arena next February. Her Irish show will take place on 13 February, kicking off the UK and European section of the Music, Fashion, Film tour. Glasgow’s OVO […]

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Saoirse Ronan’s career has taken an exciting new turn Saoirse Ronan has added a new achievement to her career after stepping behind the camera for the first time with Paper Plane, which premiered at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. The short film, supported by Screen Ireland, was both written and directed by the Oscar-nominated […]

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Travellers face major disruption as Trump arrives in Ireland Dublin is set for major disruption this weekend as US President Donald Trump prepares to make his latest visit to Ireland. The US president is due to begin his trip in the capital, where a large-scale security operation will be in place around his movements. After […]

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The latest Oasis teaser has fans counting down to Monday Irish Oasis fans have one venue in particular on their minds after the band confirmed that more details about their next plans are coming on Monday. Slane Castle has been at the centre of speculation for weeks, with a leaked touring schedule claiming Oasis could […]

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Top Gear’s “rest” is officially over After spending four years off air, Top Gear is officially making a comeback, with the BBC confirming that the long-running motoring show will return to television. The programme was taken off the schedule in 2022 following a serious crash involving presenter Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff, who suffered facial and rib […]

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Troy Parrott gets his Betis career off to a flying start Troy Parrott has already given Real Betis fans something to be excited about, despite only making his first appearance for the club on Tuesday night. The Ireland international was sent on for the final 25 minutes of Tuesday night’s meeting with Valencia, with Betis […]

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The Hunchback is not the story you are expecting Netflix has finally given its new Hunchback of Notre-Dame-inspired film an official title and release window, with The Hunchback, Soul of Paris set to arrive in autumn 2026 and starring Vincent Cassel. The film heads back to Paris in 1830, just before the July Revolution, but […]

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Emergency services rush to serious M50 collision A serious crash on the M50 in Dublin left an elderly couple in their 80s injured on Wednesday evening, after their car came off the road at Junction 10 in Ballymount. The vehicle crashed through a barrier before travelling down an embankment and landing on the motorway below, […]

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Gardaí face a nightmare trying to find somewhere to stay Gardaí being brought in for Donald Trump’s visit to his Doonbeg resort are reportedly facing a major accommodation problem, with officers told they will have to find somewhere to stay themselves. Hotel prices within travelling distance of the Co Clare resort have reportedly risen to […]

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Health insurance costs are going up again Laya Healthcare is set to increase the cost of around 65 health insurance schemes by an average of 2.7% from October, marking the insurer’s second price rise in just 12 months. For customers, that could mean an extra €30 to €70 a year for an individual, while a […]

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It was a frustrating night for Rhys McClenaghan in Zagreb, as the Olympic champion finished outside the medals in the European pommel horse final. The Newtownards gymnast went into the competition knowing he was still working his way back after injury and surgery, so a podium finish was never going to be taken for granted. […]

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A new star is now needed for the show Radio Bette will still hit the stage at Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre next month, but audiences will no longer see Ruth Negga in the production. The Oscar-nominated Irish actor has pulled out of the show, which is being staged as part of the Dublin Theatre Festival, with […]

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Gardaí comb apartment block for clues Gardaí are trying to establish exactly what happened after a Brazilian woman in her early 30s was found dead inside a Limerick apartment on Friday morning. Officers were called to the building on Lower Cecil Street at around 7.30am, after a friend became concerned when the woman failed to […]

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Four months later, The Odyssey is finally coming home Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is finally getting a home release, giving audiences a chance to revisit the epic without heading back to the cinema. The film will be available to rent or buy digitally from 17 November, with the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray arriving on the […]

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Bohs roar back from behind to beat Derry 5-3 Bohemians turned what looked like a disappointing night into a five-goal comeback at Dalymount Park, beating Derry City 5-3 after going into half-time behind. There was little indication of what was coming when Michael Duffy gave Derry the lead in the 34th minute. Barry Cotter had […]

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Major safety concerns raised A safety investigation has raised serious concerns about the Luas door system, after four separate incidents saw passengers or their belongings become trapped and dragged along platforms between April and June. The Railway Accident Investigation Unit (RAIU) is now urging the Luas operator and Transport Infrastructure Ireland to consider fitting advanced […]

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Gardaí chase suspected burglary gang across Dublin Four men have been detained following a major Garda operation in west Dublin targeting a suspected organised burglary gang on the M50. According to The Journal, the group includes three men in their 20s and another in his 40s, who were taken into custody as the operation unfolded […]

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Adeleke returns to the 100m with a huge test Rhasidat Adeleke is set to switch things up next weekend, racing over 100m at the Grand Prix Brescia in Italy on Sunday, 30 August as she continues to put more emphasis on the shorter sprint events. The 42 reported that the 23-year-old Dublin athlete will face […]

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The Toy Show is calling Ireland’s young stars The Late Late Toy Show is now looking for the children who could become this year’s big stars, with families across Ireland being invited to submit applications. Whether it is showing off one of the year’s must-have toys or performing in front of the nation, children are […]

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Only Murders just got an Oscar-winning upgrade Only Murders in the Building is heading across the Atlantic for its next season, and the Emmy-winning comedy has already revealed a major new addition to its cast. Oscar winner Olivia Colman has officially joined the series as it prepares to move its story from New York to […]

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Ireland turned the game around when it mattered Ireland have kept their Men’s Hockey World Cup campaign alive with a crucial 4-1 victory over South Africa, recovering from a difficult start to produce a decisive comeback in their second Pool C match. Mark Tumilty’s side went into the game under pressure after losing 3-1 to […]

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The new East of Eden is finally on the way Netflix has finally put a release date on its new take on John Steinbeck’s East of Eden, with the seven-part series arriving on 1 October. The full series will be released worldwide on the same day, meaning viewers in Ireland will not have to wait […]

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The HSE has uncovered a worrying mix of substances An investigation by the HSE’s Emerging Drug Trends Laboratory has uncovered a range of unexpected substances in vapes, vape liquids and edible products being sold across Ireland. Researchers examined 76 vape products, as well as edibles bought from shops in towns and cities and products sourced […]

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The fans at Croke Park won’t be the only ones watching Irish viewers will not have to pay to see Katie Taylor step into the ring for what is expected to be the final fight of her career, after RTÉ has secured the domestic rights to the highly anticipated bout. The Bray native will take […]

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Ireland’s waters are getting dangerously warm A new analysis has found that some of the highest sea temperatures recorded this year in the Celtic Sea, off the coasts of Ireland and Britain, would have been expected only once every 100 years without the effects of human-driven climate change. Researchers from the World Weather Attribution (WWA), […]

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The promised pursuit training is proving harder to deliver Plans to introduce Garda pursuit training this year now appear to be facing delays, with sources telling The Journal that the force will not have officers ready to start the new programme before the end of 2026. The problem is that the instructors themselves have not […]

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A major step forward has been made A new treatment being offered at Dublin’s Mater Hospital could give high-risk heart patients an option that would previously have been unavailable to them. The hospital has begun carrying out percutaneous mitral valve replacement, a minimally invasive procedure designed for patients who may not be well enough to […]

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The 2026 crown has gone to Westmeath The Rose of Tralee crown has gone to Westmeath’s Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh, who was selected as the 2026 winner during the final night of this year’s festival. The 25-year-old emerged victorious from a field of 32 contestants, with hosts Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas revealing her as […]

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The Green Machine keeps rolling Ireland are still in this Hockey World Cup. Gareth Grundie’s side beat New Zealand 3-2 at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre on Tuesday, a result they badly needed after losing their Group C opener 2-3 to Spain, and one that keeps a route to the semi-finals open. Captain Sarah […]

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The next chapter of Fontaines D.C. has arrived Grian Chatten went looking for these songs in Venice, Vienna and Sicily. What the Irish band came back with is a record with the guitars taken out of large parts of it, marching drums and synthesisers in their place, and the strings of 1960s Italian pop bleeding […]

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Inspections uncovered a string of serious problems Mould, damp and pest infestations were uncovered during inspections of emergency accommodation for homeless people in Dublin, alongside broken appliances, damaged fittings and a string of fire-safety issues, according to records released under the Freedom of Information Act. Rooms or beds at two facilities were unavailable altogether because […]

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The billions wiped from Ireland’s US exports Irish exports to the United States collapsed in the first half of this year, falling 65.1%, a drop worth €48.9 billion, against the same six months of 2025, according to provisional Central Statistics Office figures published on Tuesday. Overall Irish goods exports were down 30.5%, a reduction of […]

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A dream Championship debut for Moylan Ireland’s Jack Moylan made his Sky Bet Championship debut on Monday night, and he picked a good one. Cardiff City rescued a 1-1 draw with Wrexham with almost the final kick at Cardiff City Stadium, in the first league meeting between the Welsh rivals since 2002. Wrexham looked to […]

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Albert Square is getting a familiar face back Sean Slater is coming home. The BBC has confirmed Rob Kazinsky is returning to EastEnders to reprise what the soap called his “legendary role”, ending a 17-year gap since the character last lived permanently in Albert Square. Irish viewers follow the soap on RTÉ One and RTÉ […]

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The night’s most emotional moments The Rose of Tralee is back, and night one delivered the television that keeps the festival central to the Irish summer. The first 18 of this year’s 32 International Roses took the stage at MTU’s Kerry Sports Academy on Monday, with Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas hosting a mix […]

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Gardaí are asking the public to have their say An Garda Síochána has opened a public consultation on the way it uses third-party live camera systems, and it wants to hear from people in Ireland before 14 September. The draft Code of Practice at the centre of it covers Garda CCTV arrangements where a system […]

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Tralee is ready for another Rose The televised half of the Rose of Tralee gets under way in Tralee, Co Kerry this evening, with 32 Roses competing across two nights on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player before a winner is crowned on Tuesday. The festival began in 1959 and remains one of the few fixed […]

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Fears grow over another fuel protest Ireland’s liquid fuel industry body has warned the Government is “sleepwalking into a major problem” by unwinding fuel excise cuts from next month. Fuels for Ireland chief executive Kevin McPartlan said on Monday that the rhetoric from those behind earlier fuel protests is hardening, and called on Taoiseach Micheál […]

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Travis Kelce shares first wedding details Travis Kelce has spoken publicly for the first time about his wedding to Taylor Swift, describing the couple’s Madison Square Garden ceremony as the “best night of my life”. The singer and the NFL star, both 36, married in New York on 3 July in front of more than […]

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Fisherman ‘didn’t think he was going to make it’ Shark attack victim Sebastian Achim is due to undergo surgery at Cork University Hospital today after being bitten on the leg by a blue shark while angling south of Ardmore, Co Waterford on Tuesday. The fishing enthusiast, from Romania, told RTÉ’s Morning Ireland he feared he […]

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Ireland set for another sweltering day Temperatures could reach 31C today as a Status Yellow heat warning remains in place for 13 counties, with Met Éireann saying Thursday may prove the warmest day of a scorching week. The warning covers all of Leinster plus Tipperary and stays in force until 6am on Friday. Highs of […]

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Ireland’s eclipse fever begins The biggest solar eclipse Ireland has seen since 1999 takes place on Wednesday evening, with up to 98% of the sun set to be covered in parts of the country. The spectacle begins at around 6.10pm, lasts for roughly two hours and reaches its peak about an hour in and nothing […]

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Bow Echo calls time Bow Echo, the unbeaten superstar of the Flat season, has been retired from racing after suffering a setback, trainer George Boughey announced on Tuesday. The Night Of Thunder colt bows out with a perfect record, having won the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket, the St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot and, […]

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