In the small west Clare village of Labasheeda, a church that had been silent and boarded up for decades has been given a new lease of life. The 1837 building, nestled on the banks of the Shannon estuary, opened its refurbished long aisle at the weekend as a community and events hub, marking a defiant stand against rural depopulation.
An Coimisiún Pleanála has delayed its ruling on Boyle's proposed Aldi store over bat licence concerns, leaving the town's regeneration hopes in limbo.
IndyCar drivers took to the streets of Washington for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a historic race created by executive order to mark America's 250th birthday. With the Capitol and the Washington Monument as a backdrop, the drivers are calling it a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Munster's unbeaten run continues with a dominant 47-12 win over Connacht, setting up a blockbuster final against Leinster. A day of grit, glory, and the bright future of Irish women's rugby.
Michael Carrick targets a permanent Champions League return as he builds a young, evolving Manchester United squad. Can he lead them to a 21st title?
Government leaders have agreed to halt planned fuel excise increases, recalling the Dáil for an August 28 vote as Middle East conflict drives oil prices higher.
The price of a pint in Ireland has risen 18% in three years, far outpacing inflation. Diageo's hikes explain only part of it. Location premiums and a deliberate public health policy are the real drivers. And despite the cost, wages have nearly kept pace. So why are we still paying so much?
TikTok refuses a public grilling before the Oireachtas Media Committee after the M9 tragedy, offering only a private briefing. Chairman Alan Kelly calls it a slap in the face to the Irish public.
The Jimmy Cake return to the National Concert Hall to play their debut album Brains in full. Paul G Smyth shares his cultural picks, from Tarkovsky to Lisa O'Neill.
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Kellie Harrington has confirmed she will attempt to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, keeping alive the dream of a historic third Games appearance.
Unitree's record-breaking Shanghai debut shows how strategic tech investment can serve the people, offering lessons for Ireland and Europe on building a fair, innovative future.
Liam Gallagher opens up about 'exorcising demons' in the new Oasis documentary, which captures the brothers' emotional reunion tour, including their historic Croke Park shows.
Ten people died in a Russian strike on Kharkiv as Ukraine launched its largest drone assault on Moscow. Britain faces Russian threats over drone supplies.
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan has confirmed the Government is looking at creating a new criminal offence for drivers who deliberately go the wrong way down a motorway, following the horror M9 crash that killed five teenage boys.
Katelyn Cummins reflects on a year of growth, breaking stereotypes, and the grounded work ethic that will see her return to her electrician apprenticeship.
US envoy Jared Kushner has met with Hamas's new leader in Egypt in a renewed effort to revive a Gaza peace plan that Israel has rejected, as Arab states pressure Israel to accept the deal.
Russian missiles strike Kryvyi Rih and Kyiv, killing one woman and wounding others. Ireland must stand with Ukraine against imperial aggression.
North Korea's silent missile tests may signal weapons being refined for Russia, using Ukraine as a battlefield laboratory. Europe should pay attention.
Iran holds the Strait of Hormuz and demands US accept defeat as fuel prices climb. Only two ships passed yesterday. Peace talks are stalled.
Mona McSharry claims her second European Aquatics Championship medal in Paris, joking she should move to the city after a late surge secured 200m breaststroke bronze.
Trump has ordered the Pentagon to replace the USS Doris Miller's electromagnetic catapults with steam systems, a costly reversal driven by a decade-old grudge. Navy leaders and engineers warn of massive expenses and delays.
Marie Heavey, 82, who died after a cycling collision in Co Kildare, is remembered as a tireless community volunteer. Her funeral takes place Saturday in Monasterevin.
A man attacked by a blue shark off the Waterford coast faces surgery at Cork University Hospital today. He tells his remarkable story of survival.
Ireland is in the grip of a serious heatwave, with temperatures soaring past 30°C. Uisce Éireann says the hosepipe ban could be extended beyond August 26 as water sources remain under pressure.
As temperatures hit 29C, Uisce Éireann warns the hosepipe ban may need to be extended beyond August 26. Regional measures are under review as water sources remain under pressure.
Jack Kelly and Mona McSharry are flying the flag for a new, confident Ireland at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris. Kelly missed out on a medal but remains hopeful for his favourite event. McSharry cruised into the 100m breaststroke final. John Shortt set a new Irish record. Daniel Wiffen also qualified.
IFA President Francie Gorman calls for urgent meeting of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee as an unprecedented dry spell threatens winter feed supplies and adds cost pressure on Irish farmers.
Jack Kelly broke the Irish 100m breaststroke record twice in one day at the European Aquatics Championships, storming into the final as the second-fastest qualifier. The 23-year-old, who qualifies for Ireland through his mother, is now a medal contender.
An 80-year-old woman dies fleeing a wildfire in British Columbia as climate-driven blazes rage in Canada, the US, and Greece. A stark reminder of the human cost of inaction.
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