Dyane Connor

Picture of Irish woman Niamh Collins who lives in Doha

'Everybody is worried' after strike - Irish woman in Doha

An Irish woman working in Doha has said that the Israeli strike on the Qatari capital was surreal, frightening and unnerving.

Middle East • 4 hrs

More than 3,000 students receive second-round CAO offers

More than 3,000 students have received second-round offers for college courses from the Central Applications Office today.

Education • 08 Sep

Student accommodation search an 'emotional rollercoaster'

A rollercoaster of emotions is how one college student has described his search for accommodation in Dublin, facing high rents, potential scams, long commutes and unanswered emails.

Dublin • 05 Sep

Brendan Gleeson speaks about his upcoming role in The Weir

'Dream ticket' - Brendan Gleeson on returning to stage

After a ten-year absence from the stage, Brendan Gleeson is returning to the stage for The Weir, describing the opportunity as a "dream ticket".

Ireland • 12 Aug

Freddie Thompson has assault trial application refused

An application by convicted killer Freddie Thompson for the disclosure of a number of documents in advance of his upcoming trial for assault and threats to kill has been refused.

Courts • 04 Jul

The judge said it was not possible for Diarmuid Rossa Phelan to have a fair trial

Assault charge against barrister struck out

An assault charge against barrister and law professor Diarmuid Rossa Phelan has been struck out by a judge, who said the 56-year-old would not get a fair trial.

Courts • 01 Jul

Judgment deferred on future of Athlone IPAS centre

A High Court judge has deferred giving her judgment on the future of an IPAS centre in Athlone, which was designed to house up to 1,000 asylum seekers.

Courts • 25 Jun