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Russian activity in Ireland ‘should come as no surprise’, PM says

Ireland’s Simon Harris responds to report that Russian intelligence allegedly used a ‘honeytrap’ to recruit an Irish politician as an agent.

Thousands march for Palestinians ahead of October 7 anniversary

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China EV tariff vote leaves EU relieved yet wary of retaliation

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Normal People author Sally Rooney on new novel, old anxieties

Irish author is growing with her characters, as fourth novel Intermezzo shows, but she is yet to grow used to how much attention she gets.

Writer Sally Rooney examines modern love in all its glory and friction in her fourth novel Intermezzo. She is still not used to how much attention she receives, she has told interviewers. Photo: AFP

Google wins EU ads abuse case, overruling €1.5 billion fine

The EU’s Google cases marked the centrepiece of antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager’s bid to rein in Silicon Valley.

HSBC to issue US$2.5 billion in convertible securities before Fed rate decision

HSBC said it would issue a total of US$2.5 billion in convertible securities, adding to a global flurry of investment-grade bond issuance.

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Residential cruise passengers wait for months to board a 3-year cruise

The residential cruising business has proved a troubled one, with just one ship of its kind, MS The World, launched in 2002, in operation.

The Odyssey, a US cruise liner operated by Villa Vie Residences, docked at Harland & Wolf ship repair facility in Belfast Harbour, Northern Ireland, on August 30, 2024. Photo: AP

China says EU brandy being dumped on local market, but holds fire on duties

Beijing’s decision may calm trade tensions for now, but a key vote on whether to slap tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles is looming.

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Meet Nicola Coughlan’s rumoured new beau, Jake Dunn, star of Renegade Nell

Bridgerton fans may have been disappointed that actress Nicola Coughlan wasn’t dating her co-star Luke Newton – aka Colin Bridgerton – IRL, but it seems someone else may have caught her attention ...

UK government calls on Musk to act responsibly after provocative posts on riots

Provocative tech billionaire Elon Musk has weighed in on the unrest in the UK, drawing condemnation from the British government.

Elon Musk, owner of X, formerly known as Twitter. File photo: Twitter

Sinead O’Connor’s cause of death is revealed a year after Irish singer died

O’Connor died of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma, according to a report citing her death certificate.

The late Irish singer Sinead O’Connor in 2014. Photo: AP

Sinead O’Connor wax figure her own brother called ‘hideous’ is withdrawn

Irish singer’s brother likens Dublin museum’s waxwork of O’Connor to a cross between a shop dummy and ‘something out of the Thunderbirds’. Museum apologises to her family and pledges to do better.

Sports minister pledges ‘any assistance’ Hong Kong athletes need in Paris

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung tours Olympic Village and says city is ‘proud of its athletes’.

Who is Alexander Smurfit, the hunky scion spotted with Alessandra Ambrosio?

The Brazilian Victoria’s Secret supermodel – who was previously linked to Richard Lee – sat out in the Ibiza sunshine with a buff mystery man, who has been revealed as businessman Alexander Smurfit

Is Alessandra Ambrosio really dating businessman Alexander Smurfit? Photos: @alessandraambrosio, @alexandersmurfit/Instagram

What is Boyzone alum Ronan Keating up to in 2024?

The singer-songwriter – who has seven albums with Boyzone and 12 solo projects under his belt – is a father of 5 and was recently a judge on The Voice of Germany

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Boyzone alum Ronan Keating was recently a coach and judge on The Voice of Germany, although he shocked the internet by announcing he would not return for a second season. Photo: @rokeating/Instagram

Who is Barry Keoghan’s ex Alyson Sandro, with whom he shares a son?

Keoghan and Sandro welcomed their son Brando in August 2022 while the actor was filming Saltburn – so where is Sandro now, and what do we know about her?

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Irish lawmaker and China supporter Clare Daly loses European Parliament seat

Daly was one of Beijing’s staunchest EU defenders since first being elected MEP in 2019.

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High-profile turbulence incidents to be probed by global airline body, chief says

International Air Transport Association head Willie Walsh pledges industry will continue to work to reduce risk of turbulence injuries.

IATA director general Willie Walsh pledges the global airline body will work to improve safety after turbulence incidents. Photo: Reuters

Opinion | Is Europe seeking to accelerate its move away from US influence?

The diplomatic fallout from Ireland, Norway and Spain recognising a Palestinian state is yet more evidence of a split emerging between the US and Europe. It is still unclear how the Biden administration might respond to France pushing for greater European strategic autonomy, but it is unlikely to look kindly upon it.

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China’s best friends in EU Parliament fight for political lives back in Ireland

MEPs Clare Daly and Mick Wallace have attracted global attention for their anti-US views and support for Moscow and Beijing within the parliament.

Editorial | Incentives for peace needed in Gaza war

Three more European countries have recognised a Palestinian state in a symbolic move to be applauded if it helps end the bloodshed.

Palestinians check their homes in Gaza City’s Shejaiya neighbourhood amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Photo: AFP

‘Historic’: Spain, Ireland, Norway recognise Palestine state, angering Israel

The three European countries believe their initiative has strong symbolic impact, which is likely to encourage others to follow suit.

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Protesters hold banners and Palestinian flags during a Pro-Palestine demonstration in Madrid, Spain Photo: Luis Soto/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

EU-Israel relations plummet as Spain, Ireland prepare to recognise a Palestinian state

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz accused Spain of ‘rewarding terror’ by recognising a Palestinian state

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12 injured after Dublin-bound Qatar Airways plane hits turbulence

The incident lasted less than 20 seconds and took place during food and drinks service. Flight QR017, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, landed safely at Dublin Airport.

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European research labs to receive US$2.72 billion funding from EU’s Chips Act

The funding will help set up a pilot line in Europe that will develop and test future generations of advanced semiconductors.

The research and development line being funded under the European Chips Act is intended to help develop future generations of advanced semiconductors. Image: Shutterstock

‘Portal’ linking New York, Dublin by live video paused after lewd behaviour

Some people used the live streaming public art installation to flash naked body parts and display images of New York’s Twin Towers burning on 9/11.

New Yorkers greet people in Dublin via a Portal in Manhattan. Photo: Reuters

Meet Nicola Coughlan, new leading lady of Bridgerton season 3

She was a struggling actress taking odd jobs in London before joining an open audition at the Old Vic Theatre … now she’s returning to our screens as Penelope Featherington on the hit Netflix show

Ireland will act to send asylum seekers back to UK, PM Harris says

Ireland takes aim at the UK’s Rwanda policy which is driving migrants over its border.

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The latest news, analysis and opinion on Ireland. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Capital
Dublin
Head of State
President Michael D. Higgins
Head of Government
Taoiseach Simon Harris
last updated:
25 September, 2024
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