Ireland
HBO Max Confirms March 26 UK and Ireland Launch
Warner Bros. Discovery announced its flagship streaming service, HBO Max, will launch in the UK and Ireland on March 26, 2026, offering a vast library of films, series, and live sports.
Woody Harrelson Pours Guinness in Limerick Amid New Film Updates
Hollywood actor Woody Harrelson recently surprised patrons at Punch’s Bar in Limerick, Ireland, serving Guinness and engaging with locals, fresh off completing his new film ‘Full Phil.’
Aviva Stadium Opener Signals New Era for League of Ireland Football
The 2026 League of Ireland season kicked off with a significant Dublin derby at Aviva Stadium, drawing over 19,000 fans and highlighting a strategic shift towards boosting domestic football’s profile and financial viability.
Donegal Animal Charity Offers ‘Useful Revenge’ This Valentine’s Day
Animals in Need Donegal is turning Valentine’s Day into an opportunity for ‘useful revenge’ by inviting donations to neuter rescue cats named after ex-partners.
Allianz Hurling League: Limerick, Kilkenny Ready for TUS Gaelic Grounds Battle
Hurling giants Limerick and Kilkenny are set to face off in a highly anticipated Allianz Hurling League Division 1A clash at TUS Gaelic Grounds this Sunday afternoon, February 8, 2026. The fixture is a key early-season encounter.
Ireland Braces for New Rain Warnings and Ice Amid Flood Recovery
Ireland faces potential new rainfall warnings and an ‘ice issue’ this week, intensifying challenges for areas recovering from severe flooding. Met Éireann, however, offers a tentative forecast for a shift to drier, warmer weather by late February.
Cairns Urges Assertive Stance on Trump, Demands Online Safety Overhaul
Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has outlined a robust policy agenda, urging Taoiseach Micheál Martin to adopt an assertive stance during his upcoming visit with Donald Trump and calling for significant reforms to tackle online toxicity and deepfakes.
Holly Cairns Proposes Personal ‘Ownership’ Law to Tackle Deepfakes
Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has proposed new legislation to grant individuals ‘like ownership’ of their image and voice to combat deepfakes, citing the proliferation of AI-generated child abuse imagery.
Ireland Braces for Arctic Blast Amid Snow Forecast Details
Met Éireann has issued a forecast for an “arctic blast” and widespread snow across Ireland, with specific dates for the winter event anticipated.
Dublin Bus Crash: One Dead, Three Injured After City Centre Incident
One person has died and three others were injured after a Bus Éireann double-decker, not in service, struck pedestrians in Dublin city centre, prompting a major emergency response.
HSE Assumes Control of Droimnin Nursing Home Amid Regulatory Concerns
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has taken over the operation of Droimnin Nursing Home in County Laois following a court order secured by the Health Information and Quality Authority (Hiqa) due to significant concerns over sub-standard care and ineffective management.
EuroGiant Liquidation: Over 640 Irish Retail Jobs Face Uncertainty Amid Rising Costs
Irish discount retailer EuroGiant, operating 77 stores and employing around 640 staff, has entered court-appointed liquidation, attributing the decision to escalating operational costs and fierce retail competition. Hundreds of jobs are now at risk across the country.
Cork GP Faces Sanction After Findings in Strep A Death Inquiry
A Cork GP is facing sanctions after a fitness-to-practise inquiry found poor professional performance contributed to the death of 10-year-old Vivienne Murphy from a treatable Strep A infection.
Newbridge Mourns Sudden Passing of Restaurateur Vivian Carroll
Newbridge and Co. Kildare are in shock following the sudden death of well-known businessman Vivian Carroll, owner of Judge Roy Beans and Harrigan’s Bar & Grill, remembered for his community support.
Garda Lorcan Murphy Jailed After Reckless Assault of Teen
Former Garda Lorcan Murphy has been sentenced to one year in prison for a “highly reckless and unjustifiable” assault on a handcuffed, intoxicated teenager in Dublin in June 2021, an incident that resulted in the youth sustaining a fractured skull.