Ireland
Gardai Issue Rare Warning Amid Ireland’s Widespread Flood Alerts
Ireland’s Gardai have issued a rare public warning, urging drivers to exercise extreme caution as Met Éireann extends Status Yellow rain alerts across 17 counties.
Simon Harris Unveils New Irish Savings Scheme to Boost Investment
Irish Finance Minister Simon Harris announced plans for a national savings and investment strategy, aiming to unlock billions in idle funds and foster a long-term investment culture.
Michael English’s Unexpected Heart Attack Ignites Health Reflection
Country music star Michael English, 46, suffered a heart attack last week, prompting a candid reflection on health, work-life balance, and early detection.
Simon Harris Sets Spending Caps, Plans New Savings Drive
Tánaiste Simon Harris confirmed binding departmental spending limits and outlined a new incentivized savings scheme aimed at boosting middle-class investment.
Andrew Trimble Set for Late Late Show, Reflecting on Rugby’s Enduring Impact
Former Irish international Andrew Trimble is slated to appear on RTÉ One’s The Late Late Show, where he will delve into Ireland’s Six Nations prospects and the profound influence rugby has had on his personal and professional journey, further cementing…
Dublin Flooding: Clongriffin Apartment Complex Sees Cars Submerged
An apartment complex in Clongriffin, North Dublin, bore the brunt of exceptionally heavy rainfall, with cars submerged in its car park and the gym also largely underwater.
Norovirus Surge in Ireland Prompts Urgent Public Health Measures
Irish health officials are urging the public to take immediate precautions as Norovirus cases have surged by over 50% this week, posing significant challenges to healthcare services.
Musgrave Announces Over 80 Job Cuts Amid Digital Restructuring
Ireland’s largest grocery distributor, Musgrave, has announced up to 82 job cuts across its finance and HR departments in Cork, Dublin, and Belfast, citing the need to adapt to a rapidly evolving market and enhance operational efficiency.
Suzanne Jackson’s Own Brand Posts Draw Regulator’s Scrutiny
Irish beauty influencer Suzanne Jackson has been issued a compliance notice by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) for failing to clearly disclose paid promotions for her SOSU Cosmetics brand on Instagram, signaling a broader regulatory crackdown on influencer…
Toxic ‘Dead Man’s Fingers’ Prompts Irish Beach Warning
Meath County Council has issued an urgent warning after highly toxic Hemlock Water Dropwort, known as ‘Dead Man’s Fingers,’ was found on Irish beaches, posing a severe threat to humans and animals.
ICE Detains Irish Citizen Seamus Culleton Despite US Work Permit
Irish citizen Seamus Culleton remains detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Texas, despite holding a valid U.S. work permit and having a pending marriage-based green card application. His detention has sparked international attention amid his pleas for…
Brad Pitt Film Production Shuts West Cork Village
Hollywood star Brad Pitt’s new film “One for All” is currently filming in West Cork, Ireland, leading to road closures and intense local speculation despite the actor’s unconfirmed presence on set.
Dublin Restaurant Shut After ‘Unidentifiable Brown Liquid’ Found
Chillers Restaurant & Lounge in Dublin was issued a closure order in January 2026 by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) following the discovery of an unidentifiable ‘bucket of brown liquid’ and other severe hygiene breaches.
Irish Citizen’s ICE Detention Continues Amid Disputed Deportation
Irish plastering business owner Seamus Culleton, a legal U.S. resident for over two decades, remains in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention since September 2025, embroiled in a contentious legal battle over his alleged consent to deportation.
Ireland Confirms Key Social Welfare Increase for Carers in 2026
Ireland’s Department of Social Protection has confirmed an increase in the Carer’s Support Grant to €2,000 for 2026, part of ongoing adjustments to social welfare payments.