Man, 30s, arrested in Cork murder investigation
A man has been arrested in connection with the investigation into the death of a 56-year-old man, whose body was discovered in Co Cork last Thursday.
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McNally receives standing ovation on The Tonight Show
Irish comedian Joanne McNally received a standing ovation as she made her US TV debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Online abusers feel 'emboldened,' says Limerick mayor
Limerick Mayor John Moran has spoken of abusive comments and death threats he has received on social media and said he feels like he is "living in parallel universes".
France to impose new curfews where necessary, says PM
France will impose new curfews in areas where needed, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said, adding that the measures introduced in several cities the previous day had "helped keep the night calm".
Some Revolut users seeing service disruption
Revolut has said that it is experiencing a service disruption, which may result in some services being inaccessible.
Alberta separatists lose vote on leaving Canada
Alberta residents have voted to remain part of Canada in the province's first-ever referendum on separation.
Esther Rantzen laid to rest as family share final message
Esther Rantzen has been laid to rest in an "incredibly beautiful" funeral, but told how she felt "deprived of any choice over my own death", in a newly-published note written before she died.
Four killed following Russian airstrikes on Ukraine
Ukrainian authorities have said that Russian strikes killed four people around the country, as Moscow targets energy and transport infrastructure with winter approaching.
Minister's claims over solicitors' dispute action 'false'
A solicitor working in criminal legal aid has described the comments by the Minister for Justice that solicitors had deliberately targeted rape cases in their dispute as beneath the dignity of his office.
'Frustration and distrust' over Defence Forces conditions
There is "frustration and distrust" in the Government among Defence Forces representatives, who say promises on working conditions and pay have still not been delivered.
Trump open to joint meeting with Xi, Putin next month
US President Donald Trump has said he is open to three-way arms control talks with the leaders of China and Russia as soon as next month.
Man charged after 'targeted' attack on Australian MP
Australian police said they have charged a man for what they allege was a "targeted" attack on MP Helen Haines, who suffered critical injuries.
Japanese spacecraft en route to moon of Mars
A Japanese spacecraft is on its way to one of Mars's moons on a world-first mission to retrieve samples, potentially helping unlock the origins of the Solar System and life on Earth.
MEPs clash over framing of riots during emergency debate
Far-right and far-left MEPs have clashed over their contrasting framing of the riots in France, Italy and Belgium during a European Parliament emergency debate.
Turnkey acquisitions for social housing to be phased out
The purchase of new turnkey properties for social housing is set to be phased out under plans going before the Cabinet this morning.
Car insurance premiums up 4% last year, says Central Bank
Increasing damage claims contributed to the average cost of a car insurance premium rising by 4% to €655 last year, new research from the Central Bank shows.
Eirgrid forecasts reduced risk of winter power outages
The body which manages Ireland's electricity grid has forecast there will be a reduced risk of power outages during the peak winter season, from next month to the beginning of April.
Sites advertising prostitution should be banned - inquiry
Websites advertising prostitution should be banned across the UK and Ireland, according to a report by Northern Ireland's Assembly All-Party Group on Modern Slavery and Commercial Sexual Exploitation.
Public sector pay talks to resume at the WRC
Public sector pay talks are set to resume this morning at the Workplace Relations Commission.
Kenny: That more or less knocks us out of title race
St Patrick's Athletic boss Stephen Kenny accepted his side's SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title hopes are over but insisted the team has come on "leaps and bounds" this season.
Minister questions solicitors' withdrawal from rape cases
The Minister for Justice will tomorrow call on solicitors to explain why cases involving allegations of rape were in his words, "deliberately affected" today in the dispute over changes to the legal aid scheme.
Japan launches world-first mission to moon of Mars
Japanese scientists launched a spacecraft that aims to be the first to retrieve samples from one of Mars's moons, potentially helping to unlock the origins of the Solar System and life on Earth.
PSNI to question SF leaders over Garvaghy Road protest
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill are to be interviewed by police in relation to their attendance at a counter-demonstration to the Drumcree Orange Order march.
Pupils encouraged to connect Irish placenames with nature
Schoolchildren are being encouraged to connect with Irish heritage and nature through a new bilingual placename festival.
Behind The Story: France on the brink
Behind The Story asks how student protests in France exploded into rioting that left public buildings stormed and set alight.
'Terrified' Russell Brand accuser feared 'lad culture'
An alleged victim told Russell Brand's trial she feared reporting him due to the 'lad culture' of the era, as "it would be his word against mine".
WFP to cut Gaza aid for 500,000 amid funding crisis
The World Food Programme is to end monthly assistance to 500,000 people in Gaza due to a funding shortfall, despite acute needs in the war-battered Palestinian territory.
Man pleads guilty to fatal hit and run in Limerick
A 19-year-old man was remanded to prison today for sentencing, after he pleaded guilty to a fatal hit and run that killed a nurse earlier this year.
Ireland's EU budget cause for 'serious concern' - Kallas
The EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has told MEPs that Ireland's draft proposal for the long-term EU budget is a cause for "serious concern" due to the cuts it envisages to the EU's foreign and international development budget.
Woman who set up gangland murder jailed for over 6 years
A 46-year-old woman who set up another man to be shot dead in one of the Hutch-Kinahan feud murders has been jailed for six years and three months.
50 dead in Houthi attack on Yemen govt camp - officials
More than 50 people were killed and over 200 wounded when Yemen's Houthis hit a military camp in energy-rich Shabwa province with ballistic missiles, officials and military sources said.
Kevin Bacon's clothes finally delivered in Ireland
FedEx has responded to US actor Kevin Bacon's social media appeal, for his missing clothes that were shipped from New York state at the end of September, to where he is staying in Ireland.
Life in prison for Donegal man over Eddie Friel murder
The family of a 60-year-old man who was murdered in a violent attack at his home in Donegal last year has said they believe his kind and caring nature led to his death.
Jury hears 89-year-old woman was strangled while in bed
A jury at the Central Criminal Court in Limerick has heard that 89-year-old Josephine 'Josie' Ray, who died in August 2024, was smothered and strangled to death while in bed at her home.
RTÉ calls editing out Palestinian flag necklace 'mistake'
RTÉ has said it was "a mistake" that a Palestinian flag necklace was edited out of a recent episode of Cheap Irish Homes.
PSNI feared attack on police over Drumcree parade - court
The PSNI believed it was possible that dissident republicans may have used guns and petrol bombs to attack police officers if they attempted to clear protesters blocking an Orange Order parade along the Garvaghy Road, the High Court in Belfast has been told.
Grocery price inflation hits 4.69% in October
Food prices across the main supermarkets rose by 4.69% annually in the 12 weeks to 4 October, latest figures for the sector indicate.
Australian MP Haines critical after vehicle attack
Australian MP Helen Haines is in a critical condition after being deliberately struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, police and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.
Davina McCall reveals she has cardiovascular disease
TV presenter Davina McCall has revealed she has cardiovascular disease, following her previous battles with breast cancer and a brain tumour.
World champion Gillespie focused on LA after gold rush
Irish cyclist Lara Gillespie says her Olympic planning remains very much on track following her latest World Track Championship success.
State 'stepping up to the plate' with Stack apology - son
The son of a chief prison officer who was shot by the IRA in 1983 and later died has said that the State is "stepping up to the plate" by issuing an apology over the investigations into his death.
Two-time All-Star Rushe calls time on Dublin career
Two-time Dublin All-Star Liam Rushe has confirmed his retirement from inter-county hurling.
'How would he know?' - McIlroy hits back at Kisner
Rory McIlroy has hit back at Kevin Kisner's assertion that he only appeared at the DP World India Championship to pick up a big pay cheque.
Curfews in France after weekend violence
Curfews were in force in parts of northern France overnight after the country was rocked by some of its worst street violence in years.
Israeli police arrest 10 following settler attacks
Israeli police have said they have arrested 10 people in the West Bank after settler attacks on a US photographer and a French mayor.
Zelensky says no early warning of latest Russian strikes
Ukraine received no advance warning from its partners of a Russian ballistic missile strike overnight, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said, adding that some vital deliveries from the United States were being delayed.
Irish WW1 chaplain Willie Doyle moves closer to sainthood
An Irish priest killed in World War I while trying to help injured and dying soldiers, has moved another step towards potential sainthood.
'Liar,' 'clown': Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil debate
Firing off personal attacks, Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing senator Flavio Bolsonaro held an acrimonious first debate, a week before a tight presidential election runoff.
Troubles Bill needs to 'build confidence' among victims
Greater focus needs to be put on building confidence in processes being established by the British government's new legislation to deal with the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles, Joe McVey, Commissioner for Victims and Survivors has said.
Bomb threat forces Tel Aviv flight to divert to Bulgaria
A bomb threat against an Austrian Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna forced the plane to divert to Bulgaria, according to Bulgarian authorities and the airline.
Four dead, 19 critical after fire at Canadian army base
A fire at a Canadian military base that killed at least four soldiers and left 19 people in critical condition began with a smouldering grass fire.
Concern over lack of housing for sex-trafficking victims
Concern has been raised over the lack of specialist accommodation in the state for victims of sex trafficking.
Derelict Properties Tax of 7% if no remedial action taken
Owners of derelict properties will be a hit with a tax of 7% of their value if they fail to take remedial action.
'Act of total evil' left Waterford community devastated
The joint funeral mass of Kim and Phillip English, and their sons Callum and Jayden, has heard that an "act of total evil" has left a family and community "devastated and heartbroken".
Rape, sexual assault cases disrupted over legal aid row
Around half of the rape and sexual assault cases due to go on trial at the Central Criminal Court in Dublin today have been disrupted due to the dispute between solicitors and the Minister for Justice.
Talks on new public sector pay deal conclude for day
Talks on a new public sector pay deal have concluded for the evening after about five hours of negotiations.
Two men appear in court over car theft and M50 pursuit
Two men charged in connection with a traffic pursuit in which a stolen car allegedly drove on the wrong side of the M50 in Dublin yesterday evening have been denied bail.
24 men deported to Romania on chartered flight
Twenty-four Romanian men aged between 24 and 57 were deported from Ireland on foot of Immigration Orders from Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan, gardaí have said.
Brian Stack's family to receive formal State apology
The family of a prison officer who was murdered by the IRA over 40 years ago is scheduled to receive a formal State apology in the Dáil on Wednesday.
HSE overpaid staff more than €30m over three years
The HSE overpaid its staff by more than €30 million in the space of three years with thousands of employees receiving money they were not entitled to.
Woman dies as torrential rain sparks floods in Spain
A woman died after she was swept away trying to cross a river in torrential rain in Spain's northeastern Catalonia region, authorities said.
Final Irish peacekeeping mission to Lebanon 'poignant'
The officer commanding Ireland's final peacekeeping contingent in southern Lebanon has said that next month's mission is 'very poignant and very difficult' for members of the Defence Forces.
Hill's Belfast bid ended on day one by Un-Nooh
Aaron Hill lost his last 64 clash with Thepchaiya Un-Nooh 4-2 at the Northern Ireland Open this afternoon.
Minister questions university funding gap figure
Minister for Higher and Further Education James Lawless has said the demand from Irish universities for €250 million to bridge a core funding gap is "significantly in excess" of the previously agreed figure.
Respects paid to family at church after Waterford attack
Hundreds of people have paid their respects at the Sacred Heart Church in Waterford this afternoon where the bodies of Kim and Phillip English and their sons Callum and Jayden are lying in repose.
Ukraine sets Saint Petersburg refinery ablaze in attack
Ukraine hit Saint Petersburg with a large-scale drone attack, causing fires at an oil refinery and depot, Moscow said today.
Sunday's GAA club finals results and reports
Read how it all unfolded on a day 20 finals were decided across both codes.
Pope plans gradual return to duties after cancer surgery
Pope Leo has thanked thousands of faithful in St Peter's Square for their prayers while he was in hospital for an operation to remove a malignant tumour, and said he plans to gradually return to his usual duties.
Investigation after man dies following assault in Dublin
The man who died following a fatal assault in Dublin this morning has been named locally as Jamie Bailey.
Irish sailor forced to drop out of 'voyage for madmen'
Irish solo sailor Pat Lawless has been forced to retire from the Golden Globe Race.
Catholic Church makes sainthood case for WW1 chaplain
The closing of a formal process for the cause of canonisation of Father Willie Doyle will take place in Mullingar cathedral this afternoon.
Watch: Moment city hall collapses in fire during protests
A historic town hall building in French city of Limoges was set ablaze during nationwide protests.
Gillespie wins second world title with gold in Shanghai
Ireland's Lara Gillespie is world champion for the second time after taking gold in a dominant performance in the points race at the UCI World Track Championships in China.
Macron says rioters 'must pay' in address to the nation
President Emmanuel Macron has said that 'nothing justifies' the violence seen during protests, in a televised address to the nation.
What you need to know ahead of the October tax deadline
The income tax return deadline is just around the corner. If you need to complete a self-assessed tax return, then 31 October is one of the most important dates in the year.
Cost of living key to any pay talks, say INMO members
As unions prepare to sit down with the Government to hammer out a new pay deal there is a determination among workers that any new deal must cover increases in the cost of living.
'A terrible shock' - cousin recalls death of Tom Niland
Michael Walsh says the loss of his cousin, 75-year-old retired farmer Tom Niland in west Sligo, is still deeply felt following his death in September 2023.
A message of confidence, not panic, at security forum
Despite reports of increasing incidents of suspected Russian sabotage in Europe in recent months, most participants at this week's Warsaw Security Forum offered an upbeat assessment of Europe's ability to counter any potential threats from Russia in the future.
Two killed after truck drives into Kansas soccer game
A truck drove into a youth soccer game in Wichita, Kansas, leaving a six-year-old boy and a 35-year-old man dead, and 10 others hospitalized with traumatic injuries.
Four dead after winds turn grass fire deadly in Canada
A fire at an Alberta military base that killed at least four people and seriously injured dozens started with a smoldering grass fire that was whipped into a wall of flames by high winds.
Trump paused Russia sanctions to 'analyse' impact - Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that US President Donald Trump's waiver of sweeping sanctions and tariffs on Russia would be a 60-day pause to "analyse" their impact on the global economy.
EU 'strongly condemns' attack on delegation in West Bank
The European Union has said that it "strongly condemns" an attack the previous day by a group of Israeli settlers on visiting European diplomats.
Saudi Arabia reports attacks as Egypt weighs sending aid
Saudi Arabia has said that it had intercepted a fresh wave of incoming drones, as its ally Egypt weighed sending the kingdom help in defending against repeated attacks from Yemen's Houthis.
Martin: Public sector pay deal must be 'value for money'
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said the new pay deal to be agreed at the Workplace Relations Commission should advance productivity in the public service.
Champions Cup: Munster 33-25 Racing 92 recap
Read how it all unfolded as Munster eventually got the job done on what was an emotional night at Páirc Úí Chaoimh.
Leinster rout Clermont with slick second half display
Leinster produced a fine second-half display to record a bonus-point 48-23 win against a limited Clermont side at Stade Marcel-Michelin.
'Extraordinarily rare' mussel discovered off Co Kerry
An extremely rare and threatened species of giant mussel has been discovered on the seabed near Valentia Island in Co Kerry.
Israeli PM alleges 'smear' campaign over settler attacks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office alleged a "smear" campaign against settlers, as he tried to cast doubt over the circumstances of an attack on European diplomats.
Russian claims of Ukraine territory advance 'an illusion'
Ukraine has rejected Russia's claim to have captured more than 1,800sq/km of territory and nearly 100 settlements, including the eastern town of Dobropillia, since 1 September.
Macron vows to 'punish' those who carried out vandalism
Rioting erupted in cities across France as demonstrations against rising living costs and declining public services spiralled out of control in some of the worst violence the country has witnessed for decades.
Man, woman charged in connection with Waterford attack
A man and a woman have appeared in court charged in connection with the arson attack in Waterford in which Philip English, his wife Kim English, and their children Callum and Jayden died.
Pope Leo returns to Vatican after lung cancer surgery
The Pope has left Rome's Gemelli hospital four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, and returned to the Vatican.
O'Donovan to return to work when treatment 'beds down'
Minister for Communications Patrick O'Donovan will return to his department "as soon as new treatment has bedded down", after he became unwell earlier this week, his family said.
DUP calls for 'full picture' over decision to ban parade
DUP leader Gavin Robinson has called for the "full picture" over any potential threats to police officers or Orangemen, which could have contributed to the decision to ban the Drumcree parade, to be made known.
Pointed questions raised ahead of new Troubles Bill
Why the biggest single atrocity of the Troubles is not covered by the new Troubles Legacy Bill moving through Westminster was one of the more pointed questions raised in the House of Commons by Unionist MPs, writes London Correspondent Sean Whelan.
Ukraine's bruising week at the hands of Trump and Putin
In the week when Volodymyr Zelensky had the worst falling out with Donald Trump since the notorious Oval Office ambush 18 months ago, Ukraine's president is also facing a grave financing problem for next year.
Hard Drive: China forcing European car brands to cut back
Chinese cars are rapidly growing their share of the European market, forcing the continents' biggest brands to undertake deep cost-cutting programmes in order to stay competitive, writes Adam Maguire.
Talks on public sector pay deal to begin at WRC on Monday
Formal talks aimed at agreeing a new public sector pay deal will begin at the Workplace Relations Commission on Monday.
Trump waiving sanctions 'rewards' Putin, says Zelensky
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky has said that US President Donald Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions only "rewards" Vladimir Putin.
Teacher 'tackled' suspect in US school shooting - police
A 16-year-old boy who shot and killed a teacher and three children in an Oregon school was stopped by another teacher who tackled him and an armed member of the community who fatally shot him, officials said.