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Giorgio Armani waves to the crowd at fashion launch

Giorgio Armani: The 'king' of Italian fashion

It all began with the jacket. Giorgio Armani twisted and bruised the angular piece of clothing - tearing out the padding, adjusting the proportions, moving the buttons - until he was left with something supple as a cardigan, light as a shirt.

World • 17 hrs

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies aged 91

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died, the company has said.

Entertainment • 14 hrs

I'll be in the top ten RTÉ earners, says McCullagh

Broadcaster David McCullagh has said he will continue to be an RTÉ staff member rather than a contractor when he undertakes his new role as presenter of Radio 1's Today programme in November.

Ireland • 01 Sep

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

Siobhán McSweeney stands in front of the cast of Traitors Ireland

Traitors Ireland reveals cast as show begins tonight

The wait is over. The Traitors Ireland begins on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player tonight with host Siobhán McSweeney leading the game of lies, loyalty and lethal betrayals from Slane Castle.

Television • 31 Aug

Mural of CMAT unveiled in singer's hometown Dunboyne

A mural of CMAT has been unveiled in the hit singer's hometown of Dunboyne, Co Meath.

Leinster • 29 Aug

A composite photo of David McCullagh on the left and Claire Byrne on the right

McCullagh moves to Today programme as Byrne to leave RTÉ

Broadcaster David McCullagh has been announced as the new presenter of Radio 1's Today programme as its current presenter Claire Byrne is set to leave RTÉ later this year.

Ireland • 29 Aug

Suspended term for boy involved in Taylor Swift gig plot

A German court has handed down a suspended sentence to a 16-year-old boy who helped prepare a foiled attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Austria last year.

Europe • 26 Aug

Its highly stylised format and focus on deception has made The Traitors a hit in more than 30 countries so far

Deadly Viewing: How The Traitors became a global hit

The Traitors isn't exactly a revolutionary format, but it has swept the global TV world by storm in a matter of years, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 25 Aug

Kneecap band member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh arrives at Westminster Magistrates' Court

Judge adjourns Ó hAnnaidh case until late September

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, of the Irish rap trio Kneecap, has appeared before Westminster Magistrates' Court in London charged with a terrorism offence.

UK • 21 Aug

'Ketamine queen' to plead guilty to giving Perry drugs

A dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" has agreed to plead guilty to supplying the drugs that killed 'Friends' actor Matthew Perry, the US Department of Justice has said.

US • 18 Aug

UK govt warning over Palestine Action after Rooney pledge

The UK government has warned that author Sally Rooney risks committing a terrorist offence if she funds the Palestine Action group.

UK • 18 Aug

Watch: International Roses explain a uniquely Irish event

The annual Rose of Tralee festival is about to return for it's 66th year.

Ireland • 12 Aug

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

Mel Gibson to attend as Trim celebrates Braveheart

Mel Gibson and other members of the cast of Braveheart are set to attend a celebration of the Oscar-winning film in Trim, Co Meath this weekend to mark 30 years since its release.

Entertainment • 08 Aug

Tubridy repays RTÉ €150K from controversial payment deal

RTÉ has confirmed that former presenter Ryan Tubridy has repaid the organisation a sum of €150,000 he received as part of a controversial payment deal made in 2020.

Ireland • 08 Aug

Man working at Anthem Vinyl Ireland's new and only vinyl factory in Clane, County Kildare

Vinyl factory opens in Kildare amid surging popularity

A new vinyl factory has opened in Clane, Co Kildare, as the popularity of records continues to rise, particularly among younger listeners who are swapping their phones for the turntable.

Leinster • 08 Aug

image shows three Oasis fans outside the pop-up shop in Dublin - two men and one woman

Watch: Oasis fans stock up on merch at Dublin pop-up

Oasis fans have been snapping up official band merchandise in time for the upcoming, much anticipated gigs in Dublin in ten days time.

Dublin • 07 Aug

Repair Shop presenter Blades faces rape charges

TV presenter Jay Blades has been charged with two counts of rape.

UK • 05 Aug

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters

Watch: 'Now I love her ad' - Trump praises Sydney Sweeney

US President Donald Trump has praised actress Sydney Sweeney, after a reporter told him she was a registered Republican.

US • 05 Aug

Pioneering filmmaker George Morrison dies aged 102

President Michael D Higgins has paid tribute to pioneering documentary-maker George Morrison who has died aged 102.

Ireland • 05 Aug

Screens at Wembley Stadium advertise the forthcoming gigs by Oasis

Man in 40s dies after fall at Oasis concert in London

A man in his 40s has died after falling at Wembley Stadium during an Oasis concert, the Metropolitan Police have said.

World • 04 Aug

President leads tributes to 'iconic voice' Seán Rocks

President Michael D Higgins has led the tributes to broadcaster and actor Seán Rocks, describing him as one of Ireland's finest broadcasters and advocates for the arts and artists.

Ireland • 31 Jul

A view of Paul Gallagher attending a film premiere in 2019 in London

Older brother of Oasis duo charged with rape

The older brother of Liam and Noel Gallagher has been charged with rape.

World • 28 Jul

Flatley to make bid for Irish presidency, court told

Riverdance star Michael Flatley is to seek a nomination to become Ireland's next president, a court has heard.

Ireland • 25 Jul