Architects sought for Northern Ireland community space

The winning team selected for the estimated £140,000 contract will will lead the design and project management of a cross-community development planned to foster meaningful interaction and long-term social value at a key site in the centre of Newtownbutler …

Perseid meteor shower Ireland: How to watch as peak to bring 60 meteors every hour

Over the next few days, stargazers are in for a spectacular show as the dazzling Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak over Irish skies. The breathtaking spectacle will be at its most intense from August 11 to August 13, with hopeful observers potentially …

Cost of starting secondary school in Ireland now tops €1,100

Parents of children going into fourth class will spend more than €700 on back-to-school costs in the coming weeks, while those with children starting secondary school will spend more than €1,100, according to new research from children’s charity Barnardos. …

Burning of Ireland and Palestine flags on bonfire branded 'naked display of sectarianism' by Derry MLA

Sinn Féin MLA Pádraig Delargy has described the burning of Irish Tricolours and Palestinian flags on a bonfire in the Fountain at the weekend as ‘despicable’. The Foyle MLA said: “The bonfire in the Fountain area at the weekend was a naked display of …

Down pay tribute following the passing of history-making All-Ireland winner Tony Hadden

Edel McMahon and Aoife Wafer make Ireland's World Cup squad despite injuries

Edel McMahon and Aoife Wafer, both key players, have been named in Ireland’s squad for the approaching Rugby World Cup despite carrying injuries that have kept them on the sidelines for both warm-up fixtures.Head coach Scott Bemand suggested that McMahon …

Dublin weather: Ireland set for balmy 25C heat despite showers and thunderstorms

Get the shorts - and raincoats - prepared because Dublin is set for stunning 25C temperatures over the coming days. While Ireland will be a warm and often humid climate over the week, it still looks like we're set for the typical Irish rain. Showers …

What does data tell us about migration to and from Ireland?

Analysis: Nearly 150,000 people moved to live and work in the State in the year to April 2024, a 16-year high for immigration to Ireland Almost 150,000 people moved to Ireland in the 12 months up to April 2024, the highest number in 16 years. We spoke to …

Boost for Ireland as Wafer makes Women’s Rugby World Cup squad

Only time will tell if Aoife Wafer’s selection by Irish women’s rugby coach Scott Bemand was a calculated risk or not. Perhaps Ireland’s most influential player, Wafer has been included among the 18 forwards and 14 backs selected ahead of the 2025 Rugby …

Mediahuis Ireland buys stake in Clubber

Clubber is best known for live-streaming club GAA games, offering a subscription service for fans and coaches. Mediahuis Ireland will acquire a minority stake in the business, understood to be around 25pc, in return for investment to support Clubber’s …