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Nine elderly residents in Enniscrone retirement village face eviction with no alternative accommodation, exposing Ireland's housing crisis failures.

Over 1,000 Lebanese killed in Israeli bombardment as humanitarian crisis deepens, with one million displaced and critical infrastructure systematically destroyed.

Roscommon Circuit Court delivers justice as cannabis operation worth €725,000 is exposed in rural community, highlighting the importance of community vigilance and strong judicial response.

US officials predict Iran war will end within weeks as oil prices soar to $100 per barrel, while Tehran rejects negotiations and maintains defiant stance against Western pressure.

Wicklow councillor's sexist slur against female chairperson mars debate over threatened elderly day care services in Blessington, exposing both funding crisis and misogyny in local government.

Trump publicly rebukes Starmer over UK's cautious Iran war response, highlighting tensions in the special relationship as Britain balances alliance duties with principled diplomacy.

Trump's appointment of Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin as Homeland Security chief raises serious concerns about American democratic institutions and security policy direction.

Trump nominates Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin for homeland security chief. The former MMA fighter and Cherokee Nation member brings controversial baggage to the role.

20,000 Irish citizens in Gulf states advised to shelter in place as government coordinates with EU allies amid regional crisis and flight cancellations.

Irish government urges 20,000 citizens in Gulf states to shelter in place as flight cancellations continue and land evacuation routes deemed too dangerous amid escalating regional crisis.

When regional tensions forced flight suspensions, the UAE's swift response covering stranded travelers' costs showed what competent governance actually looks like in action.

President Trump announces major combat operation against Iran as Israeli strikes hit Tehran, escalating Middle Eastern tensions and raising fears of broader regional conflict.

Trump announces major military operation against Iran as Israeli strikes hit Tehran, raising fears of regional war that could drag European allies into devastating conflict.

Cuban forces repel armed exile attack from Florida, killing four and wounding six in failed terrorist operation near Havana as US pressure intensifies on socialist island.

Cuban forces kill four, detain six in armed speedboat attack from Florida. US denies involvement as tensions escalate amid economic blockade.

New 10% US tariffs take effect after Supreme Court strikes down Trump's arbitrary trade duties, imposing $700 annual burden on American households while straining international relations.

South Korean court sentences former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment for leading insurrection attempt through martial law declaration, marking victory for democracy.

Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life for failed martial law coup attempt. Korean people's resistance to authoritarianism praised worldwide.

From condom liberation to women's rights marches, this week in Irish history showcases pivotal moments of social progress and the ongoing struggle for freedom.

From DeLorean's Belfast dreams to reproductive rights battles, this week in Irish history reveals pivotal moments that shaped our journey toward social progress and justice.