Emily Hand refuses to speak above whisper, father says The father of Irish-Israeli girl Emily Hand, who was taken hostage by Hamas, has said his daughter only speaks in whispers after she was ordered … Ireland • 16 hrs
Ice warning as temperatures forecast to fall below -3C Road users are being urged to take care as temperatures are set to plummet tomorrow evening with a Status Yellow warning for ice issued for … Weather • 20 hrs
Inquest hears of 'interpersonal issues' at Coast Guard The inquest into the death of Coast Guard volunteer Caitríona Lucas has heard that "interpersonal issues" at the Kilkee Coast Guard station were detailed to … Ireland • 16 hrs
Taylor Swift is Spotify's most streamed artist for 2023 Taylor Swift continues to dominate the musical landscape as she is named the most streamed artist on Spotify this year. Music • 20 hrs
Govt may not have accommodation for all asylum seekers The Government has conceded that it may not be able to provide accommodation to all asylum seekers coming to Ireland. Politics • 19 hrs
Stardust survivor recalls realising husband was dead A survivor of the Stardust disaster whose husband was killed in the fire has described the moment the roof collapsed and realising he was dead. Stardust • 16 hrs
Oil producing nations to come under pressure at COP28 Major Oil producing nations and corporations are expected to come under huge pressure to contribute far more to climate action at COP28. Climate Change • 15 hrs
Political row over picture shared by Sinn Féin A political row has blown up over Sinn Féin holding up a photograph which is purported to be of a man drinking a can on … Politics • 20 hrs
Teacher, principal accused of professional misconduct A teacher and a school principal have appeared before a fitness-to-teach inquiry over the alleged inappropriate removal of headphones from a nine-year-old boy with autism … Ireland • 16 hrs
Hamas hands over 16 hostages to Israel from Gaza The International Committee of the Red Cross said it had successfully facilitated the release and transfer of 16 hostages held in Gaza by Palestinian Islamist … Middle East • 14 hrs
Evidence concludes in Kyle Hayes assault trial Evidence has concluded in the case at Limerick Circuit Court in which Limerick All Star hurler Kyle Hayes is on trial accused of assaulting another … Courts • 18 hrs
Squid Game's Mikie Bowe: 'It felt like life or death' One of Squid Game: The Challenge's Irish contestants says that at times, the show felt like "life or death". Television • 20 hrs
Brown Thomas Arnotts parent group files for insolvency The parent group of Brown Thomas and Arnotts, Signa, has today filed for insolvency after a last-minute attempt to raise emergency funding failed. Business • 21 hrs
Annual rate of inflation slows to 2.3% - flash reading The annual rate of inflation fell to 2.3% in November, according to the latest "flash estimate" from the Central Statistics Office. Business • 20 hrs
Australia issues apology to thalidomide survivors Australia has issued a national apology to survivors of the thalidomide drug scandal, which Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called one of the "darkest chapters" in … World • 21 hrs
Donoghue to fight for medal as IABA end Russian boycott President of the Irish Athletic Boxing Association Gerry O'Mahony has said the association plans to end its boycott of Russian boxers and allow Mullingar youngster … Boxing • 15 hrs
Emily will recover with her community - Kibbutz mayor The mayor of the Israeli kibbutz where Emily Hand was kidnapped by Hamas has said the nine-year-old Irish-Israeli girl will make a recovery with her … Ireland • 21 hrs
EU Commission slams Poland over Ukraine border protests Ukraine and the EU cannot be "taken hostage" by Polish truckers blockading the Polish-Ukrainian border in protest at competition from Ukrainian hauliers, the European Commissioner … Europe • 22 hrs
'Wheezing' Pope Francis presides over weekly audience Pope Francis presided over his weekly audience today, despite the flu that caused him to abandon his attendance at UN climate talks in Dubai, but … World • 16 hrs
Europe will have Donald at the helm for 2025 Ryder Cup Luke Donald will remain as Europe's Ryder Cup captain for the trophy defence on American soil in 2025. Golf • 21 hrs
Garvey decides not to proceed with court action The former leader of the Christian Brothers has decided not to proceed with a High Court action against Louth County Council and the Borough District … Ireland • 29 Nov
Achill Sea Salt joins Grass Fed Beef on protected list Two Irish products have today been given official recognition and protection by the EU, recognising their uniqueness and geographical association with Ireland. Business • 2 hrs
Unions want oral exams returned to pre-pandemic timings Two teacher unions have reiterated a call for oral Leaving Certificate examinations to be held once again during term time as opposed to the Easter … Education • 22 hrs
International protection applicants rose 415% in 2022 The number of people seeking international protection in Ireland accounted for 1.3% of the EU total last year, according to research by the European Migration … Ireland • 16 hrs
Manslaughter charge after Australia taser death An Australian police officer was charged with manslaughter, after allegedly tasering a 95-year-old great-grandmother who later died in hospital. World • 29 Nov
