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26th November 2023
One crew member found dead during major rescue operation after cargo ship sinks in Greece
The ship went down in gale-force winds off the Greek Island of Lesbos
Gardaí investigating after seat on a Dublin bus catches fire last night
Flames and smoke were seen inside the upper deck of the parked vehicle.
Props from notable Irish movies and TV shows up for auction in Dublin
Props from Michael Collins, Banshees of Inisherin, Father Ted and Normal People are up for grabs
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Doherty says Sinn Féin will 'consider option' of no confidence motion if Helen McEntee does not resign
Pearse Doherty also said the Taoiseach ‘should act’ on the matter.
Former England manager Terry Venables dies, aged 80
“We are totally devastated by the loss of a wonderful husband and father who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness,” read a family statement.
Poll: Have you put up your Christmas tree yet?
Is it too early? Or is it the right time?
Latest opinion poll reveals a drop in support for Sinn Féin
The poll also found three out of five people think Ireland has taken in too many Ukrainian refugees.
US Navy investigating flight data of military plane that overshot runway in Hawaii
The flight data was recovered yesterday during clean up operations.
Sitdown Sunday: The couple who fell in love in their care home
Settle down in a comfy chair with some of the week’s best longreads.
Emma DeSouza: Want to stop the march of the far-right? Tackle inequality
Despite the easy label, the writer and campaigner says Thursday’s violence can’t be dismissed as ‘thuggery’.
'Broken but in one piece': Father of freed hostage Emily Hand is reunited with his daughter
President Michael D Higgins said he hopes Emily can now “enjoy a happy and fulfilling life”.
ECB interest rate hikes may be over for now - but Irish mortgage costs could still rise
A few more price increases remain a very real possibility for homeowners, writes Paul O’Donoghue.
Katie Taylor avenges defeat to Chantelle Cameron to become two-weight undisputed champion
In another female fight for the ages, Taylor turned back the clock and relieved Cameron of her 140-pound titles.
Ukrainian military officers in North Cork for NATO partner country training
A report by
Niall O'Connor
NATO assessors were in Kilworth this week for the Operational Capability Concept (OCC) evaluation of the Defence Forces Corps of Engineers.
McEntee has ordered officials to beef up facial recognition laws in response to Dublin riot
The move comes as the opposition has expressed no confidence in Justice Minister Helen McEntee and Commissioner Drew Harris.
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19th November 2023 - 2nd December 2023
Quiz: Where are these famous Christmas markets?
Christmas markets originated in Germany, but are now held across the world.
Emily Hand - the 9-year-old Irish-Israeli girl held hostage by Hamas - has been released
The 9-year-old Irish-Israeli girl was originally believed to have died in the 7 October attacks.
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Cheer on Ireland's Jessica McKean at Junior Eurovision 2023 this Sunday
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Larmour try proves decisive as Leinster edge Munster at Aviva Stadium
Tries from Jamison Gibson-Park, Dan Sheehan and Jordan Larmour saw Leinster over the line in Dublin.
Bobby McDonagh: The Rule of Law matters more than ever when the world is imploding
The former ambassador says that law and order breakdowns in many parts of the world demonstrate how important the rule of law is.
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
Pressure mounts on Commissioner and Justice Minister, Irish troops return home, and Gaza hostage transfer delayed.
13 Israeli hostages to be freed 'tonight' for 39 Palestinians, mediator says
The statement comes after Hamas said it would delay the release of hostages.
Pressure mounts as Harris and McEntee called before justice committee over city centre violence
Some opposition TDs say they have no confidence in the Garda Commissioner or the Justice Minister after Thursday’s events.
Six teenagers to go on trial in Paris for their role in the beheading of teacher Samuel Paty
The 47-year-old history and geography teacher was stabbed and then beheaded in 2020.
Owner of Independent Dublin bike shop raided in riots 'emotional and in shock'
Cliff Nolan is in his second year of business and has been robbed of thousands of euros worth of stock.
Irish troops arrive home from Lebanon deployment as UNIFIL confirms attack on peacekeepers
The soldiers from the 122nd Infantry Battalion had a busy time in recent weeks during which Israeli forces traded fire with Hezbollah militants in the area.
Six-year-old girl discharged from hospital following stabbing incident in Dublin
Another girl remains in CHI Temple Street Hospital, where she is being treated for serious injuries.
Search for missing Corkman (41) stood down as body found in River Lee
David O’Driscoll, aged 41, had been missing since 7 November.
Erling Haaland makes history before Alexander-Arnold earns Liverpool a point
It finished 1-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
Just under 65,000 renters have claimed the Rent Tax Credit so far this year
The figures were given to Sinn Féin TD and housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin in response to a Parliamentary Question.
Ex-police officer convicted of killing George Floyd stabbed in prison
Derek Chauvin’s appeal against the murder conviction was rejected last week.
Tathony House landlord withdraws appeal against RTB mass eviction ruling
Last year nearly 100 people were served eviction notices, which the RTB ruled invalid.
Investigation launched after staff at supermarket threatened with knife in Dublin
The incident occurred shortly after 9pm last night. No arrests have been made.
Public to be consulted about future laws on vaping, as Donnelly 'deeply concerned' about child usage
It is believed the “exotic flavouring” and “colourful packaging” make vaping products attractive to children.
Poll: Did you watch the Toy Show?
Patrick Kielty hosted his first Toy Show last night.
Surrealing in the Years: Dublin riot shatters many of our shared delusions about Ireland
We cannot allow this cynical vision of Ireland to consume us.
Viable device found following a security alert in Derry
Ammunition Technical Officers were called to examine the object last night.
WB Yeats, mullets and Chaos Emeralds: Kielty's first outing is textbook Toy Show
Here are the main moments from Patrick Kielty’s inaugural Toy Show.