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Doctors sound alarm The number of suspected poisonings involving synthetic drugs reported to Ireland’s National Poisons Information Centre has doubled in just three years, according to new HSE data, as doctors warn that many of the substances cannot be detected by routine hospital tests. The drugs are designed to replicate the effects of cocaine or […]

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Lavin’s season best isn’t enough It was disappointment for Sarah Lavin at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, as the Emerald AC athlete was eliminated from the 100m hurdles despite a season-best time. Lavin, 32, one of Ireland’s European Athletics Championships team, finished sixth in her heat and 15th overall, one place short of the […]

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Major nostalgia boost Camp Rock 3 has landed a nostalgic surprise, with Demi Lovato confirmed to reprise her breakout role as Mitchie Torres. The sequel debuts on Disney Channel this Thursday (13 August) before streaming on Disney+ in Ireland from Friday (14 August). The cameo marks a turnaround for Lovato, who had previously been announced […]

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Oberstown staff walk out Staff at Oberstown Children Detention Campus in north County Dublin have begun an eight-hour work stoppage on Tuesday, walking out from 9am to 5pm in a deepening dispute over resourcing and safe staffing. The action by Fórsa union members is the second in a series of planned weekly stoppages at the […]

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Belfast Fleadh leaves a big question The first-ever Belfast Fleadh has drawn to a close after a week of music, culture and dance, and the party has left the city with a question it did not expect to be asking: could a pedestrianised, more vibrant Belfast be here to stay? It is understood that around […]

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Facing El Chapo is coming to Netflix — Here’s what to know A routine traffic stop turns into a nightmare when two police officers pull over a stolen car and find themselves face to face with one of the world’s most dangerous men. That is the premise of Facing El Chapo, the Mexican crime-action film […]

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Major security operation for Kinahan Daniel Kinahan will be segregated from other inmates at the maximum-security Portlaoise Prison after being remanded in custody on a charge of directing the activities of a criminal organisation. The alleged crime boss returned to Ireland after a decade abroad, having been extradited from the United Arab Emirates, and appeared […]

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Your Rocky rewatch should start now Time is running out for boxing fans. All six Rocky movies are reportedly set to leave Netflix next month, giving subscribers in Ireland just a few weeks to watch, or rewatch, Sylvester Stallone’s iconic saga. Rocky, Rocky II, Rocky III, Rocky IV, Rocky V and 2006’s Rocky Balboa are […]

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Irish Open lands more stars Four more Ryder Cup stars have been confirmed for the 2026 Amgen Irish Open, according to The42. Patrick Reed, Robert MacIntyre, Francesco Molinari and Sepp Straka will all tee it up at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg from 10-13 September. The quartet join a stacked line-up on the Clare […]

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Mordor is calling A new Lord of the Rings Online expansion is on the way, and it finally puts Sauron centre stage. The long-running MMO has confirmed Wolves of Mordor, as reported by Screen Rant, giving Irish Tolkien fans a fresh reason to return to Middle-earth. The expansion is built around the region where Sauron […]

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Fore! That’ll cost €20M A Trump golf trip to Co Clare next month could become the most expensive sporting event in Irish history, with security costs estimated at €20 million, Newstalk reported. Donald Trump is due to visit Ireland, where he is expected to turn the sod on the site of a new US Embassy, […]

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Millions on the line A major retailer has been told to return almost €8.9 million after losing a dispute over Covid-era wage support payments. The decision came after the Tax Appeals Commission (TAC) ruled in favour of the Revenue Commissioners, upholding an assessment made against the unnamed company under the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS). […]

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Brad Pitt’s next big return Cliff Booth is heading to Netflix. The Adventures of Cliff Booth, the standalone follow-up to Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, will be released on Netflix later this year, with Brad Pitt reprising the stuntman role and David Fincher in the director’s chair. Irish viewers will be able […]

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A new chapter for Irish defence Ireland is set to station senior military representatives in three of its most important overseas embassies, marking the first time the State has created a dedicated defence diplomacy programme. Colonel-ranked officers have been selected to take up postings in London, Paris and Washington DC following an internal recruitment process […]

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The FIFA revolt grows Pressure on Gianni Infantino is mounting after the English and Welsh football associations formally withdrew their support for the FIFA president and the Football Association of Ireland has already thrown its weight behind UEFA. The developments leave Infantino increasingly isolated ahead of next year’s FIFA Congress. The Swiss announced on Saturday […]

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Good news for Ferguson Ireland striker Evan Ferguson is edging closer to a return, with Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler confirming the forward is making “daily progress” in his recovery from ankle surgery. The update will cheer Ireland supporters after another injury-hit season for the 21-year-old. Ferguson has been sidelined since March, when an ankle problem […]

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Judicial complaints drop Complaints were made against 87 judges in Ireland last year, but just one was deemed admissible, according to the Judicial Council. The figures are contained in the 2025 Report of the Judicial Conduct Committee, published on Monday, which recorded 226 complaints in total against members of the judiciary. That represents a 17% […]

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A lifeline for thousands more New mental health funding will expand services for LGBTQ+ people and young people in Ireland, delivering an additional 9,000 counselling sessions. Minister for Mental Health Mary Butler TD announced an increase of €3 million for Budget 2026, on top of €1 million already secured in recurring funding. The money will […]

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No “Sunday in the Park” for Ariana after all Ariana Grande has pulled out of her planned West End debut, with the pop star saying she wants to “step back” from the public eye once her current tour ends. The 33-year-old had been due to star opposite her Wicked co-star Jonathan Bailey in Stephen Sondheim’s […]

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A peace award worth celebrating Angelina Jolie has praised acclaimed British photographer Giles Duley after he was named the recipient of the 2025 Tipperary International Peace Award, celebrating a man she described as a “long-time friend and collaborator”. Jolie, herself a long-time humanitarian campaigner, welcomed the recognition of Duley’s work in some of the world’s […]

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Netflix has a new obsession Elite Force, a six-part action thriller, has quickly become one of Netflix’s biggest new releases, claiming the number one spot worldwide among the platform’s latest titles. The series has attracted more than 10 million views, with all six episodes now available to stream for Irish viewers. Originally titled GIGN in […]

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Ajax awaits Shelbourne Shelbourne are heading for a glamour European showdown with Dutch giants Ajax after coming through their Conference League qualifier in Estonia. John Russell’s Reds lost 2-1 away to 10-man Nõmme Kalju on Thursday but progressed 6-4 on aggregate, as The 42 reported. The Dublin side’s five-goal haul at home in Drumcondra last […]

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A win for Portland Row A community sports pitch on Portland Row in Dublin’s north inner city has been saved after An Coimisiún Pleanála refused permission for a 49-home development on the site. As The Journal reported, the ruling followed a local campaign backed by Olympic boxing champion Kellie Harrington. The planning appeals body overturned […]

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End of an era NAMA, the State “bad bank” created in the wake of Ireland’s financial collapse, will be dissolved at midnight tonight, 16 years after it was set up to take over the property loans of the Irish banks. As RTÉ reported, the agency’s eight remaining staff will move to the National Treasury Management […]

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Cher is totally back The Clueless sequel series has finally found a new home and Irish fans of the ’90s comedy will be able to watch it too. The show, which sees Alicia Silverstone reprise her role as Cher Horowitz, has been greenlit at Paramount+ with a six-episode order, ending months of uncertainty over the […]

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Ireland’s World Cup gamble Ireland’s hopes of reaching the 2027 Women’s World Cup could be scuppered after the FAI joined 54 Uefa nations in backing a World Cup boycott, in protest at FIFA plans to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors. As the Irish Independent reports, the forthcoming play-offs represent the first test […]

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Ireland’s Euros squad takes shape A total of 47 athletes will represent Ireland at next month’s European Athletics Championships after Athletics Ireland announced a further 14 additions to the squad. The championships take place in Birmingham from 10-16 August. The athletes named on Thursday gained entry either by achieving the national ‘B’ standard or by […]

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Ready to ride? Netflix Ireland subscribers have a fresh batch of films to look forward to next month, with the streaming giant loading up its catalogue for August 2026. As happens at the start of every month, Netflix is jettisoning a fraction of its library at the end of July while adding a sizeable roster […]

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DJI goes dual-lens The DJI Osmo Pocket 4P has officially launched in Ireland, the tech giant’s first dual-lens pocket gimbal camera and its most ambitious pocket model to date, the Irish Mirror reports. It arrives eight years after DJI created the pocket-camera category with the original Osmo Pocket in 2018, and hot on the heels […]

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A deal worth watching. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy an Apple Watch, this might be it. Wowcher is currently offering a refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 from just €189.99, giving you savings of up to 55% compared to INCTABLET IRELAND’s usual price. The Series 7 comes with Apple’s biggest Always-On […]

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A seaside escape for two at a price you’ll love With temperatures soaring and many people searching for a break from the heat and everyday routine, The Smugglers Inn offers the perfect coastal escape. Set along the stunning Kerry coastline, this charming retreat combines beautiful surroundings with a peaceful getaway. For just €164.00, you can […]

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This tiny cooler could be the answer to sweaty summer days With temperatures continuing to rise, staying cool during a heatwave can be a challenge. This 2-in-1 USB LED Air Cooler and Humidifier Fan offers an easy way to make hot days feel more comfortable. You can now pick up the 100ml Air Conditioner and […]

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Luxury sound without the luxury cost With Apple’s AirPods Max carrying a $499 price tag on Amazon, many shoppers are turning to a far cheaper alternative instead. The over-ear headphones from Obero have become a popular choice for those looking for a similar style without spending hundreds of dollars. Designed with a look similar to […]

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Mexico now has its own ‘Batman’ on the streets It looks as though Batman has swapped Gotham for Mexico, where he has apparently taken it upon himself to crack down on motorbike thieves in an unexpected side quest. As motorbike thefts continue to increase in Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco, an unidentified vigilante has taken it […]

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Tragedy hits Bullock Harbour. The Dun Laoghaire Coast Guard has recovered a body from the water off Bullock Harbour, near Dalkey. Following the operation, the coastguard issued a statement on social media expressing their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. In the post, which went live earlier today, the team explained that […]

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