Karen Creed

President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina hosted a reception at Áras an Uachtaráin for many of the Irish athletes (Pic: President of Ireland)

Olympians celebrated in events at Áras and Dublin Castle

Irish Olympians have been honoured at two events in Dublin following a record-breaking performance in Paris last month.

The Aran-jumper wearing Irish family is described as eating bacon, cabbage and potatoes every day

School book pulled over depiction of Irish family

The schoolbook publisher, The Educational Company of Ireland, has apologised for some content in one of its Junior Cycle curriculum books, adding that upon "closer inspection", it will remove it.

Ireland • 05 Sep 24

The teenager appeared before Galway District Court today (file pic)

Teenager charged in connection with Galway stabbing

A 16-year-old boy has appeared in court charged in connection with the stabbing of an Army chaplain two days ago.

Ireland • 17 Aug 24

It's understood that up to 220 employees were told they would be losing their jobs.

Over 200 jobs reportedly cut at Wasdell plant in Dundalk

More than 200 jobs have reportedly been cut at a pharmaceutical packaging plant in Dundalk.

Business • 16 Aug 24

Yvonne and Christie Harrington celebrate their daughter's second olympic gold medal win outside their home on Portland Row

'No words' as Portland Row celebrates Harrington's gold

Kellie Harrington's parents and neighbours in Dublin's north inner city said they never doubted her ability to defend her Olympic title and win a second gold medal.

Dublin • 07 Aug 24

Going for gold: Dublin crowds to watch Harrington fight

The scene has been set once again in Diamond Park in Dublin's north inner city where crowds will gather tonight to watch their local hero Kellie Harrington in the Olympic lightweight boxing final.

Dublin • 06 Aug 24

Green energy vital to match data centre demand - expert

More renewable energy will be vital to keep pace with demand from data centres, particularly if more are to be built here in the future, an environmental scientist has warned.

Business • 23 Jul 24

Stakeholders met with Dublin City Council to discuss concerns about the new transport plan (file photo)

Decision on Dublin traffic plan within 2 weeks - council

The Chief Executive of Dublin City Council will decide within two weeks when to implement the Dublin City Transport Plan, the local authority has said.

Regional • 11 Jul 24

Supporters of the victorious left wing New Popular Front gather at the Place de la Republique in Paris

What lies ahead for France after unique election outcome?

The surprise outcome of the French election shows that there can be dramatic change between the first and second rounds - change that the electorate are well used to.

World • 08 Jul 24

The snap election has gripped voters across France

Concern in Paris over surge of rural far right support

People in Paris say they are not worried how the electorate in the capital will vote in the snap election, but they are scared about the impact of the surge in support for the far right across rural communities and other regions.

Analysis and Comment • 07 Jul 24