Sinéad Courtney

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Watch: Who has been President of Ireland?

As voters prepare to elect a new President of Ireland, here is a look back at the nine people who have already held the office.

Presidential Election • 14 Oct 25

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Watch: Students share how cost-of-living impacts them

A new report has revealed the "severe impact" the cost-of-living crisis is having on people aged under 25.

Cost of Living • 10 Sep 25

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Watch: Students' advice for first years starting college

Tens of thousands of students are starting college for the first time this month and new beginnings can bring a mix of emotions.

Education • 09 Sep 25

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Watch: How do local authorities nominate a candidate?

The nomination window for the upcoming Presidential Election is open until noon on 24 September.

Presidential Election • 08 Sep 25

Image is a collage of each of the nine former Presidents of Ireland

Watch: Who is eligible to be President of Ireland?

A Presidential Election has been called for 24 October and presidential hopefuls must have their nominations in exactly one month before polling day.

Presidential Election • 07 Sep 25

Image is a collage of images of things related to the Presidential Election - President Michael D Higgins, a crowd of people, the Áras, a polling station sign and the Irish flag

Watch: What does the President of Ireland do?

On 24 October, tens of thousands of people will be eligible to vote in a Presidential Election for the very first time.

Presidential Election • 06 Sep 25

Watch: Will Traitors Ireland differ to other versions?

How will 'The Traitors Ireland' differ to other versions of the international hit show?

Entertainment • 31 Aug 25

Watch: Fans react to Kneecap at Electric Picnic

Kneecap performed on the main stage at Electric Picnic this afternoon to a huge crowd.

Music • 31 Aug 25

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Watch: Election picnic - views on the race for the Áras

Electric Picnic - 'the ultimate rock n' roll circus' - is under way at Stradbally, Co Laois.

Presidential Election • 30 Aug 25

Guidance counsellor Donnchadh O’Mahony sits looking at camera

Watch: What is CAO Available Places and how does it work?

For students who may not have received a CAO offer, or who may have changed their mind about what they want to do, there is a section of the CAO website called 'Available Places' that could be useful to check out.

Leaving Cert • 28 Aug 25