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Growing concerns over Russian-owned factory in Co Limerick, online betting in Ireland breaches €1bn mark and baby boy killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank

Summit a big moment for Montenegro's EU ambitions

Online betting tops €1.2bn in a quarter as experts warn growth is 'tip of the iceberg'

It’s the first time the value of online bets has breached the €1 billion mark in a single quarter, and experts warn that the government needs to move on tackling regulation enforcement and getting to grips with the risks of addiction,

Should Ireland play Israel in the Nations League?

Calls to boycott the fixtures have grown in recent weeks.

State ordered to attend High Court over tribunal funding for Women of Honour

Rights group objects to ‘inequality of arms’ and fundamental unfairness in light of State’s refusal to cover its legal costs

Larry Donnelly: The Senate battlegrounds that could shape an indifferent Trump's final years

As Trump’s popularity wanes, three crucial Senate races could reveal whether his grip on the Republican Party remains an electoral asset or a growing liability.

Nursing home workers face permit refusals over 'strict' 50:50 EU to non-EU staffing rule

Healthcare assistants working for a large nursing home group had their employment permits refused because the group had not kept a 50:50 ratio of EU to non-EU staff.

Taoiseach to discuss western Balkans' EU integration

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is attending the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Montenegro today, where discussions will be held on the potential accession of six countries in the region into the European Union.

GP found guilty of professional misconduct over online posts criticising Covid measures

The inquiry chairperson said some of Marcus de Brun’s comments were “grossly irresponsible” given his status as a doctor.

Women of Honour 'disappointed' over funding dispute

The Women of Honour group is refusing to attend the Defence Forces Tribunal in a dispute over funding for its participation.

Domestic economy sees modest growth of 0.6% in Q1 - CSO

The domestic economy expanded by a modest 0.6% in the first three months of this year compared to the last quarter of 2025, the Central Statistics Office said today.

Schoolteacher sent poison pen letters alleging colleague’s sexual misconduct, committee hears

Teacher (40s) convicted in District Court of two offences, regarding two grossly offensive letters he posted

Campaign group welcomes revised definition of an SNA

A group that has been campaigning for better SNA provision in schools has welcomed the publication of a revised definition of the role of Special Needs Assistants in schools.

Cocaine Kids: Child dealers caught up in illegal drugs trade

Children are openly selling illegal drugs in Ireland's towns and cities, while some as young as seven years old are being groomed into working as drug mules, according to workers who deal with drug users and affected communities.

'I have sympathy': Judge discontinues order for activists to vacate former Liberties pub

The High Court judge allowed a week’s adjournment so the group occupying the property can seek legal advice.

‘It’s just rotten’: Horse rescue charity appeals for return of missing pony Eleanor

Reward of €1,000 offered by supporter of the My Lovely Horse Rescue group

Women of Honour to challenge Minister’s decision not to financially assist group in tribunal

Tribunal to examine allegations of widespread abuse and misconduct in Defence Forces made by group of women veterans

Garda to go on trial for assault and burglary

A garda has been sent forward for trial on charges of burglary, criminal damage, assault and sending grossly offensive messages.

Garda to go on trial for assault and burglary

A garda has been sent forward for trial on charges of burglary, criminal damage, assault and sending grossly offensive messages.

Jeffrey Donaldson trial to hear evidence from second alleged victim

Former DUP leader accused of rape and several counts of gross indecency, and of indecent assault