Philip Bromwell

A young woman holds a model of her award-winning environmental project

Irish student wins award for biodegradable plastic

An 18-year-old student from Ireland has been named as the European winner of a global environmental sustainability competition.

Climate Change • 11 May

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Sinéad Burke attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/MG26/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

Irish woman plays key role in making Met Gala accessible

While a glittering parade of stars in lavish outfits walked the red carpet at the Met Gala in New York last night, an Irish woman played a key role in making the event accessible for the first time.

Ireland • 05 May

Three young men, aged 17-20, stand before a church in Co Carlow

Wicklow lads' 50-church journey of faith and friendship

An idea that started as a bit of fun 17 months ago has turned into something much bigger - and more meaningful - for three young men from Co Wicklow.

Ireland • 04 Apr

People attend a protest outside the Hoxton Hotel in Dublin

Watch: Protest over hotel injunction against Yamamori

A protest has taken place in Dublin city centre after a newly-opened hotel sought an injunction against a long-established nightlife spot over noise levels.

Dublin • 18 Feb

Daragh McLaughlin wins Worlds toughest row

'Never rowed before' - Irish man wins cross-Atlantic race

An Irish man has won the solo class in the World's Toughest Row – a gruelling 4,800km journey across the Atlantic.

Ireland • 23 Jan

Kim McNaughton in flood-hit Limpopo, South Africa

Watch: Irish woman rescued in deadly South Africa floods

A Co Monaghan woman has described how she was dramatically rescued from deadly floods in South Africa's Kruger National Park.

Ireland • 21 Jan

A man rows a carbon fibre boat carrying the Irish flag

Irish oarsman describes 'amazing' cruise ship encounter

An Irishman who is leading the solo class in the World's Toughest Row – a gruelling 4,800km journey across the Atlantic - has described the 'amazing' moment he was cheered on by passengers of a passing cruise ship.

Ireland • 19 Jan