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Some scones equivalent to ten sugar cubes - survey

A large scone can equate to a third of recommended daily calories, a survey in Northern Ireland has shown.

Insects ranging from butterflies and bees to dung beetles were among the most affected

Insect decline could cause 'collapse' of nature - study

Human activity is causing dramatic declines in insects which could see 40% of species become extinct in a few decades, a scientific study has warned.

World • 11 Feb 19

The Duke of Edinburgh is keen to be behind the wheel despite his advancing years

What are the rules for older drivers?

The Duke of Edinburgh's car crash at the age of 97 has prompted debate around the safe age of drivers.

UK • 18 Jan 19

Thousands of starlings in flight over Nobber

Swooping starlings thrill birdwatchers in Meath

One of nature's greatest winter spectacles - with thousands of starlings swooping and diving in unison - has been thrilling birdwatchers in Co Meath

Leinster • 08 Jan 19

The study eventually aims to show whether screen time is addictive

Heavy screen use linked to brain changes in children

Researchers have found "different patterns" in brain scans among children who record heavy smart device and video game use, according to initial data from a major ongoing US study.

News Lens • 10 Dec 18

Chanel sheds crocodile and snake skin products

Chanel has become the first luxury fashion house to turn its back on exotic animal pelts, such as crocodile and snake skin, in a move hailed by animal rights groups.

Business • 04 Dec 18

The total number of new car registrations for the year to date is 125,415

Weak sterling driving up used car imports

New car registrations for November were down 5.72% when compared with the same month last year, which is in line with industry projections, according to the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

Business • 03 Dec 18

The Government is encouraging people to get involved in local events and to connect with the scientific community

Over 1,200 events countrywide for Science Week

More than 1,200 events are taking place across the country over the next week as part of Science Week.

Science and Technology • 12 Nov 18

Scientists believe the findings could help better understand post-natal depression

Post-natal depression linked with brain inflammation

A study has suggested that an immune reaction in the brains of stressed mothers may help explain cases of post-natal depression.

Health • 07 Nov 18

Nissan said it would take appropriate action to prevent future occurrence of the 'misconduct'

Nissan admits falsifying emissions data on cars

Nissan said today it had unearthed misconduct related to exhaust emissions and fuel economy measurements for 19 models sold in Japan.

Business • 09 Jul 18

Investigators are analysing whether foreign companies are facing barriers to entering the Irish motor insurance market

EC probes accessibility to Irish car insurance market

A major investigation by the European Commission into motor insurance in Ireland is focusing on allegations that the industry has created obstacles for new players to enter the market.

Business • 17 May 18

The corals worst affected were branching corals that provide nooks and crannies for fish nurseries

Great Barrier Reef hit by catastrophic die-off in 2016

Australia's Great Barrier Reef suffered a "catastrophic die-off" of coral during an extended heatwave in 2016, threatening a broader range of reef life than previously feared, a new report has revealed.

Environment • 19 Apr 18

It was a nice day for a white wedding

The freezing weather couldn't stand in the way of this bride and groom saying 'I do'.

Drivetime • 03 Mar 18

Lean pickings for a Bullfinch in icy weather

4 tips for feeding hungry birds in cold weather

Jim Wilson explains how we can help keep starving birds nourished in plunging temperatures

Weather • 28 Mar 18

A Linnet surveys its limited options in freezing temperatures

How to help birds survive in freezing weather

Birds Ireland's Eric Dempsey reveals to Mooney Goes Wild how heavy snow could force our feathered friends to emigrate because their usual sources of food sources are in short supply.

Weather • 28 Mar 18

Gerry Adams was speaking at an event in west Belfast to commemorate hunger strikers

Sinn Féin wants power-sharing deal with DUP, says Adams

Sinn Féin is still committed to making a deal with the DUP to return to power-sharing, Gerry Adams has insisted.

Ulster • 24 Sep 17

Harrison (right) - with friend, Cooper - recently had a costly operation to remove a ball from his stomach

Pet insurance: Is it worth a punt?

Nothing in life is for free and that even rings true when it comes to man's best friend, as Brian Finn recently found out.

Business • 19 Aug 17

Gillian Bowler had been ill for some time

Budget Travel founder Bowler passes away

Budget Travel founder Gillian Bowler has passed away.

Business • 15 Dec 16

Ten tech gift ideas for Christmas

Looking for some last minute gift ideas? We've been looking at some of the latest tech related gadgets and there's something in there for most budgets.

Technology • 15 Dec 16

Staff are understood to have raised concerns over the pilots' behaviour at Glasgow airport

Two pilots 'under influence' remanded in custody

Two pilots arrested on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol as they prepared to fly a transatlantic passenger jet from Scotland to Canada have been remanded in custody.

News • 19 Jul 16

There is already a 30km/h zone in the city centre core and other smaller zones in some Dublin suburbs

30km Dublin city speed limit consultation begins

A proposal to extend Dublin's 30km/h speed limit to all residential roads between the canals went to public consultation today.

News • 13 Jul 16

Driver killed in 'autopilot' road collision in US

US company Tesla, which sells electric cars, is being investigated following a road crash involving one of its vehicles and a lorry in Florida in which a man died.

News • 01 Jul 16

Tours can be accessed via Google Maps on desktop and mobile

Dublin Airport launches Street View virtual tour

Aviation enthusiasts can now take an up close pilot's view immersive tour of the runways at Dublin airport with a 360-degree street level virtual tour.

News • 01 Jun 16

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