Karen Creed

Magnus Brunner said it was important to have one set of rules that applied across the EU

New deportation legislation a 'gamechanger' - EU official

EU Commissioner for Internal Relations and Migration Magnus Brunner has said proposed new legislation on the deportation of unsuccessful asylum applicants is a "gamechanger".

Europe • 11 Mar 25

Selena McKenzie from Redcross, Co Wicklow said her sheep were killed and injured by dogs

Farmer describes 'devastating' dog attacks on her sheep

A Co Wicklow farmer, whose sheep have been attacked three times over five years, has described the attacks as "devastating".

Ireland • 10 Feb 25

A view of 'Go Slow' signs in Co Offaly this morning. The sign now means drivers must not exceed 60km/h

Explained: Why are speed limits changing and where?

From today the speed limit on many rural local roads has changed from 80km/h to 60km/h. It's being rolled out to get people to slow down and ultimately make our roads safer.

Ireland • 07 Feb 25

Siobháin O'Reilly has been referred for IVF

Being able to avail of fertility scheme 'amazing'

Women share their stories about fertility struggles to raise awareness of the issue.

Health • 05 Feb 25

The HSE said around 150 couples are availing of State-funded IVF every month

Number availing of free IVF treatment rises by 50%

The number of couples who are availing of free IVF has risen by 50% within a year.

Health • 05 Feb 25

The free event is taking place at Meeting House Square and the surrounding areas

Hundreds gather for Lunar New Year event in Dublin

Hundreds of people have gathered in Dublin city centre to celebrate the Lunar New Year Festival.

Dublin • 02 Feb 25

Brendan Graham has had previous international success with songs like 'Rock 'n' Roll Kids' and 'You Raise Me Up'

O, America: Irish songwriter surprise over US performance

Irish songwriter Brendan Graham said he did not have the "slightest idea" that his song 'O, America' was going to be performed during Donald Trump's inauguration.

Ireland • 20 Jan 25

The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre's Rachel Morrogh believes there is an opportunity to change the future for a generation in relation to sexual violence

Sexual violence 'epidemic' can be fought in the classroom

Throughout 2024, more women waived their anonymity to expose their perpetrators while highlighting the trauma they have gone through. Dublin Rape Crisis Centre CEO Rachel Morrogh believes there is a window of opportunity to change the future for a generation currently in primary school.

2024 in Review • 06 Jan 25