Ireland
-
Liam Cunningham Sued by Alan Shatter Over Online Claims
Former Irish Justice Minister Alan Shatter has initiated legal proceedings against actor Liam Cunningham, citing defamatory social media posts regarding alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
-
Dublin Gold Auction: What Irish Case Reveals for Armenia
An Garda Síochána’s auction of seized gold bullion highlights asset recovery efforts. What lessons might Armenia draw from Ireland’s approach to managing illicit wealth?
-
Coalition Shaken After Ministerial Resignation Amid Fuel Protests
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has survived a confidence vote, but the resignation of junior minister Michael Healy-Rae signals deep instability within the Irish government following national fuel protests.
-
Ireland Government Faces Confidence Vote Amid Fuel Crisis
Ireland’s coalition government faces a critical no-confidence vote today following a week of disruptive fuel protests that crippled national infrastructure.
-
Monzo Enters Ireland Following US Market Exit
UK neobank Monzo has officially launched in Ireland, targeting 100,000 waitlisted users as it pivots away from its failed US expansion to focus on European growth.
-
Martina and Ammi Burke Released Following Contempt Sentence
Martina and Ammi Burke were released from Mountjoy Prison after serving two weeks for contempt of court, ending a contentious legal episode.
-
Glenside Hotel Closes Indefinitely Following Major Fire
The award-winning Glenside Hotel in Drogheda has closed indefinitely after a significant fire caused extensive damage to the premises on April 13, 2026.
-
McEntee Stays Silent on Army Consultation Amid Fuel Blockade Row
Helen McEntee has avoided confirming her involvement in decisions to use the military during fuel blockades, raising concerns about government.
-
Irish Fuel Protests Intensify After Rejection of State Aid
As fuel-related protests enter their second week in Ireland, hauliers and farmers have rejected a €505m government relief package, threatening national economic stability.
-
Irish Schools Face Transport Chaos Amid Fuel Protests
As Gardaí clear major blockades, the resumption of school bus services on Monday remains uncertain due to widespread fuel shortages and ongoing transport disruptions.
-
Irish Police Clear Key Refinery as Fuel Protests Escalate
Irish police and Defence Forces have cleared access to the Whitegate oil refinery after a five-day blockade left hundreds of service stations dry across the country.
-
Enoch Burke’s Supreme Court appeal rejected, extending jail term
The Supreme Court has rejected Enoch Burke’s latest appeal, closing a major legal avenue for the former teacher who has spent over 600 days in custody.
-
Ireland Deploys Army as Fuel Protests Threaten Supply Chain
The Irish government has placed the army on standby to clear blockades at fuel depots and major roads as protests over soaring energy costs reach a fourth day.
-
Fuel Protest Leader Under Scrutiny After Tax Judgments Emerge
James Geoghegan, a primary figure in Ireland’s fuel blockades, faces intense scrutiny following revelations of €550,000 in outstanding Revenue judgments and past animal cruelty convictions.
-
Galway City Ring Road Cleared After 27-Year Planning Standoff
An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted long-awaited permission for the €1bn N6 Galway City Ring Road, marking a pivotal shift in western Ireland’s infrastructure development.