'I felt fear' - Saggart locals reflect on unrest

Steel barriers and a visible garda presence remain in Citywest days after the violent protests that erupted in the southwest Dublin village of Saggart.

Should restaurant sector VAT rate be reduced in Budget?

When Budget 2026 is announced on 7 October, it will be the first time the current government will have an opportunity to show the people where its priorities lie when money is on the line.

Is it safe to swim outside of bathing season?

Bathing season ends tomorrow, meaning for many designated swimming spots around the Irish coast, no testing on water quality will be done until 1 June 2026.

Concerns over AI chatbot use by children

Eithne Dodd, Reporter, on the use of AI chatbots among school chidren.

Call for 30km/h speed limit in urban areas

Calls for TikTok accountability over 'SkinnyTok' trend

The European Commission and Coimisiún na Meán have said they are aware of the issues linked to the trend known as 'SkinnyTok', and that protecting minors online was top priority.

Eggs-pensive: Cocoa costs drive chocolate prices higher

Easter is coming and for many that means a chocolate egg. If you are planning on buying a chocolate egg, especially if it's one of the speciality eggs, chances are you are facing much higher prices...

Bird enthusiasts flock to take part in annual survey

Hundreds of bird enthusiasts will take to the Irish countryside over the next two months to count all the birds they can see and hear.

Birdwatchers thrilled as African Hoopoe seen in Ireland

Birdwatchers have been treated to multiple sightings of African Hoopoes as around 80 of the colourful, migratory birds have arrived in Ireland in the past two weeks.

Former Trump adviser criticises US approach to tariffs

A former senior economic adviser to US President Donald Trump has criticised the president's approach to tariffs and said that the US might be wiser in reducing its corporation tax, like Ireland.

Irish scientists to hold Antarctic Patrick's Day parade

Irish scientists in Antarctica are planning the continent's first ever St Patrick's Day parade.

Climate experts warn Govt. against move to import LNG from US

Hannah Daly, Professor in Sustainable Energy Systems at UCC, says the Govt should not relax its policy on the importation of Liquefied natural gas.

Trump asks Apple to end diversity policies after shareholders vote in favour

Eithne Dodd reports that US President Donald Trump has urged Apple to scrap its DEI policies, after shareholders voted overwhelmingly to keep them.