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16:34 Man charged after violence which followed dissident parade

A man has been charged after police were attacked following a dissident republican parade in Londonderry on Monday.

16:34 Man charged under Terrorism Act following disorder at New IRA parade in Derry

Police have charged a man arrested following a New IRA parade which took place in Londonderry on Easter Monday.

16:22 Traveller organisations call for improved mapping of youth work funding

Almost half of the Traveller population live in counties which have no funded Traveller-specific youth projects, according to a new mapping survey.

16:22 Irish Government needs ‘determined process’ to release Omagh records, says peer

There needs to be a “determined process” where the Irish Government makes available all information relating to the Omagh bombing, Baroness Nuala O’Loan has said.

16:22 Books of condolence open across Northern Ireland following death of Pope Francis

Books of condolence are being opened across Northern Ireland following the death of Pope Francis.

16:22 Child taken to hospital following north Belfast crash

A child has been taken to hospital following a crash involving a car in north Belfast.

15:55 Government misses target on new-build social homes by more than 1,400

The Government fell short of its target on new-build social homes last year by more than 1,400.

15:55 PSNI chief says ‘millstone’ of past is creating ‘green-field site’ for lawyers and draining force of £20m a year

The chief constable has told MPs the “attritional” approach of security agencies in dealing with the Troubles compensation claims is creating a “green-field site for lawyers” and draining £20m a year from the force which could fund 400 officers.

15:55 Mourners urged to ‘embrace life’ as tributes paid at funeral of young mum who died after road crash

Mourners at the funeral of a young mother-of-two have been urged to “embrace life” after she passed away following a road accident.

15:15 Government pressed as survey shows teachers want schools to be more secular

Opposition politicians have called on the Government to act on a survey that found teachers believe schools should be more secular.

15:15 Troubles civil claims a green-field site for lawyers, Boutcher tells MPs

The “attritional” approach of security agencies in dealing with Troubles compensation claims is creating a “green-field site for lawyers”, Jon Boutcher has said.

15:15 Belfast’s Lord Mayor first to sign newly opened book of condolence for Pope Francis

The Lord Mayor of Belfast has led tributes for Pope Francis as a book of condolence was opened in Belfast City Hall for the pontiff.

14:49 Sharon Osbourne calls for Kneecap rappers’ US visas to be revoked after Israel criticism

Irish language group uses Coachella gig to denounce Gaza attacks, saying ‘Palestinians have nowhere to go’

14:35 MLA reports NI shop selling republican regalia to Trading Standards

A shop selling republican regalia has been branded “deeply provocative” by a unionist politician.

14:35 Cigarettes, cash and alcohol taken by masked man during Belfast robbery

A masked man made off with cigarettes, cash and alcohol following a robbery in south Belfast.

14:35 PSNI launch video call system to deal with minor incidents despite previous backlash from some officers over safety concerns

A new video service which will allow people to speak virtually to police about minor incidents has been launched by the PSNI.

14:34 PSNI chief says Northern Ireland’s troubled past is a ‘millstone’ for force: ‘We spend so much time looking at the past’

The cost of dealing with legacy issues could fund 400 new police officers, the Chief Constable has told a parliamentary committee.

13:02 Legal papers lodged in challenge to Irish language signs at Belfast station

Legal papers have been lodged in a court challenge to a ministerial decision to install Irish language signage at Grand Central Station in Belfast.

13:02 Police probing ‘quantity of jewellery’ stolen in Co Down burglary

Police are probing the theft of a “quantity of jewellery” which was taken during a burglary in Co Down at the weekend.

11:31 Controlled explosion carried out at scene of ongoing security alert in Belfast

Police are currently at the scene of an ongoing security alert at Cavehill in north Belfast.

10:44 Popular Belfast barber rushed to hospital and put into ‘medically induced coma’

A popular Belfast barber has been inundated with support after it emerged he has been hospitalised due to a medical emergency.

08:26 Belfast artist’s royal tour painting to be showcased at Buckingham Palace

A painting by a Belfast artist is among a series of works commissioned by the King, capturing scenes from overseas royal tours, set to go on display at Buckingham Palace.

07:51 Special Belfast City Council meeting confirmed to mark death of Pope Francis

A special meeting of Belfast City Council will take place to mark the death of Pope Francis, it has been confirmed.

07:25 Gordon D’Arcy: Let’s see what Rieko Ioane’s Leinster performances say about him

Rieko Ioane is not a playmaker like Jordie Barrett, but he could still have a big impact at Leinster when it matter

06:50 Pope Francis death: What happens next?

A huge gathering of the Catholic faithful will come together to grieve the loss of Pope Francis in the coming days, followed by the secretive and potentially lengthy process of cardinals choosing a new pontiff.

06:50 Pope Francis’s body goes on public display as mourners gather ahead of funeral

Pope Francis’s body will be laid out for public view on Wednesday as mourners flock to the Vatican ahead of his funeral.

06:42 On the trail of CS Lewis: The Chronicles of Narnia’s Irish connections

The author of the classic children’s stories left Belfast as a boy, but his homeland remained a powerful force in his imagination

03:30 Letters: Humanity and humility of Pope Francis mean his legacy will endure for many years

The death of Pope Francis, a man of immense humility, should give us pause for thought and reflection, not only on his life work as a servant of God, but our own lives too.

23:39 Win against Sligo Rovers sees Derry City within three points of table top

Comprehensive victory the second win on the trot for Tiernan Lynch’s troops

23:13 Mocking of Pope at loyalist parade on day he died branded ‘provocative and insensitive’ by politicians

Politicians have branded the mocking of Pope Francis’ death at an Apprentice Boys of Derry parade in Lisburn as “completely unacceptable”.

22:15 Sharon Osbourne Calls for Trump to Revoke Visas for Irish Band Kneecap Over Its 'F**k Israel, Free Palestine' Coachella Performance

"Coachella 2025 will be remembered as a festival that compromised its moral and spiritual integrity," said Sharon Osbourne about Irish rap trio Kneecap and it using the iconic California music festival stage to display “F**k Israel, Free Palestine” during its set last week.

22:04 Leaving Cert reforms ‘will hurt DEIS schools, but benefit those in private education’, teacher warns

Asti conference told of ‘chaos’ if changes to senior education cycle programme are introduced in September

21:59 Mary Hannigan: Marc Canham’s time at FAI marred by own goals and pipedreams

Departing director of football frequently found himself on the back foot

21:43 Moves besides permanent contracts essential to addressing staff shortages, TUI delegates told

Spiral of growing teacher workload and stress ‘unsustainable’, says union general secretary Michael Gillespie

20:56 Storm forecast as 320-mile rain bomb to drench UK in hours – full list of areas

The rain is expected to extend from Belfast to London, with weather maps showing a storm front crossing the Atlantic.

20:43 Needle finds in Belfast show ‘drug crisis’ and urgent need for overdose prevention centre, says councillor

A Belfast city councillor has reiterated the need for an overdose prevention facility to deal with the “drug crisis” after hitting out at an image of a pile of needles found in the city centre.

20:17 Messy compromises will be needed to make a united Ireland work but we can’t risk placing the future of Irish identity in the hands of malign actors

Many far-right groups in Ireland now appropriate traditional symbols of Irishness and present themselves as guardians of a ‘pure’ Irish nation

19:35 The ridiculous notion of ‘illegitimate’ children lingered for too long | Brief letters

Brief letters: Registering babies | Farage’s pub crawl | Medics in crisis | Weeding out thieves | Weighing up the cost of papers

17:57 Woman attacked by dogs at south Belfast house

A woman has been attacked by a number of dogs at her home in south Belfast.

17:52 Prince of Wales and Prime Minister to attend Pope Francis’s funeral

The Prince of Wales and Prime Minister will be among world leaders and dignitaries to attend the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend.

22/04 Children as young as eight exposed to ‘disturbing and damaging’ online content

Children as young as eight are being routinely exposed to “disturbing and damaging” content online, with teachers seeing the fallout in classrooms across the island of Ireland, a teachers’ conference has been told.

22/04 Pro-Palestine protesters enter BBC and RTE buildings

Pro-Palestine protesters entered a BBC building in Belfast and the RTE campus in Dublin on Tuesday.

22/04 Prospect of Pope Francis visiting Northern Ireland had remained ‘live and open’

The prospect of Pope Francis visiting Northern Ireland remained “live and open” right up until shortly before his death, a priest who helped organise his historic 2018 visit to the island has said.

22/04 DUP councillor calls for CCTV in all NI slaughterhouses, ‘particularly’ where ‘barbaric practice of halal’ occurs

A DUP councillor has called for CCTV to be installed in all slaughterhouses in Northern Ireland, “particularly” in those where animals are killed using what he described as “barbaric” halal practices.

22/04 ESRI appoints Prof Martina Lawless as new director

Professor Lawless has worked as a research economist with the Central Bank of Ireland for ten years before joining the ESRI.

22/04 Second level teachers to ballot for industrial action over Leaving Cert reforms

Asti delegates back emergency motion against Government proposals

22/04 Late drama aplenty as Bohemians and Cork City fight back: what we learned from Monday’s League of Ireland action

It is as you were at the top as Drogheda and St Pat’s played out stalemate, while Shelbourne were left frustrated

22/04 Sir Keir Starmer among world leaders to attend Pope Francis’s funeral

Sir Keir Starmer will be among world leaders and dignitaries to attend the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend.

22/04 Teen charged after Glider attack in west Belfast on Easter Sunday

A teenage boy has been charged in connection with an assault on a Glider in west Belfast on Easter Sunday.

22/04 Organisers confident they can manage McIlroy mania when Open returns to Portrush

The organisers of the Open Championship have expressed confidence they can manage McIlroy mania on the golf tournament’s return to Northern Ireland in July.

22/04 Leo Varadkar praises Pope Francis for reaching out to gay community

Former Irish premier Leo Varadkar has praised Pope Francis for reaching out to the LGBT+ community, saying it made him feel “more comfortable” going to church services.

22/04 BBC building on lockdown after protesters trigger police panic

The protesters were wearing Palestinian flags and chanting "Free Palestine".

22/04 Study reveals power of Storm Eowyn and how Galway escaped record high flooding

Storm Eowyn generated the highest storm surges ever recorded at key locations on Ireland’s western seaboard, a research team at University of Galway has revealed.

22/04 DUP slams ‘disgraceful’ comments by NIO Minister who hinted Irish unity referendum decision would be ‘based on opinion polls’

A senior DUP figure has criticised “disgraceful” comments by a Northern Ireland Office minister about opinion polls playing a role in calling a border referendum.

22/04 Rare birds which once faced extinction spotted on Rathlin Island

The unmistakable ‘crex-crex’ call of the Corncrake has been heard once again on Rathlin Island, marking the seasonal return of this rare and elusive bird.

22/04 BBC studio in Belfast forced into ‘lockdown’ after pro-Palestine activists gained access to building

A BBC television studio in Belfast had to be placed into lockdown on Tuesday morning after a group of pro-Palestine activists gatecrashed onto the premises.

22/04 Death announced of Wildfire Films producer Martha O’Neill

Award-winning film and television producer served on boards of Screen Ireland, Screen Producers Ireland and the Irish Film Institute

22/04 FAI announces departure of Chief Football Officer Marc Canham

After three years in job, Canham is leaving ‘to explore new personal and professional opportunities’

22/04 PSNI to carry out tests on NI road where woman was struck in fatal crash

Police will return to the scene of a fatal traffic collision in Co Antrim this week to carry out tests.

22/04 Police to return to scene where elderly pedestrian was killed in collision

Police investigating the death of an elderly pedestrian who was killed in a road crash in Newtownabbey are to return to the scene to carry out a number of tests.

22/04 The extraordinary rise of bakery tourism: ‘People travel from all over the world. It’s mind-blowing!’

Beer crawls are out and bakery crawls are in, with people arranging whole days, weekends or even holidays around the search for the perfect loaf or croissant

22/04 Pope Francis’s body to go on public display ahead of funeral on Saturday

The funeral of the late Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, with his body going on public display from Wednesday for mourners to pay their respects.

22/04 Community comes together after ‘much-loved’ mum dies five days on from tragic NI road crash

A young mother-of-two from north Antrim has passed away less than a week after a tragic road accident.

22/04 Irish-born cardinal entrusted as ‘camerlengo’ running Holy See between popes

The Vatican official who runs the Holy See after the death of one pope and before the election of another is no-nonsense Irish-born American Cardinal Kevin Farrell.

22/04 ‘He was a beacon... he was always for the poor’: People of NI remember ‘compassionate’ Pope Francis

The news came as a shock to many on Monday morning, leaving people across Northern Ireland mourning the loss of the “compassionate” Pope Francis.

22/04 Teachers to consider industrial action over proposed Leaving Cert reforms

Asti and TUI expected to table emergency motions at conferences which would escalate opposition to Government plans

22/04 No other OECD country spends a lower proportion of GDP on education than Ireland. Why?

In an uncertain world, we need to give our students the best chance of reaching their potential

22/04 Plan to make pharmacies display dispensing fees will not make ‘a blind bit of difference’

Minister for Health seeking greater ‘visibility’ for private customers but Irish Pharmacy Union says move won’t change what they pay

22/04 Gerry Thornley: Leinster’s success masking alarming fault lines which have emerged in Irish rugby

This season, as things stand, Munster, Ulster and Connacht have all lost more matches than they have won

22/04 Yet more price hikes on a cup of coffee could be on the way

Rising demand and disrupted supplies have led to increased costs, says Restaurants Association of Ireland

22/04 ‘He asked me how long my mother had been unwell’ – Knock Shrine pilgrims mourn Pope Francis

The death of Pope Francis sparked both sadness and appreciation for the rich legacy he imprinted on those who visited Knock Shrine to pay their respects.

22/04 ‘Build upon the steps he took’ – Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis’s legacy of ‘peace, reconciliation and solidarity’

There was an outpouring of tributes from religious and political leaders in Ireland following the death of Pope Francis.

22/04 Lakeland Dairies warns of ‘damage’ from reforms to UK inheritance tax

A major cross-border dairy co-op has warned that reforms to the UK’s inheritance tax (IHT) regime will “seriously damage” the business model of family farms.

22/04 Young boy dies after being struck by car in Co Westmeath estate

A young boy has died after being struck by a car in an estate in Co Westmeath on Monday evening.

22/04 More students expected to get higher grades as Junior Cert bands changed

More students are expected to get higher grades as a result of Junior Cert band changes, the Minister for Education said.

21/04 ‘He was beacon... he was always for the poor’: People of NI remember ‘compassionate’ Pope Francis

The news came as a shock to many on Monday morning, leaving people across Northern Ireland mourning the loss of the “compassionate” Pope Francis.

21/04 Pope Francis’s will in full

The Pope has decreed in his will that he be buried in a simple underground tomb in St Mary Major Basilica.

21/04 Motorcyclist killed in Co Limerick crash

A man in his 20s has died after the motorcycle he was riding was involved in a collision with a car in Co Limerick.

21/04 Mum killed in single-vehicle crash: Family grieving double tragedy

Shelly Feeney, who was in her 30s, was driving in Ballymooney last Monday morning when she was involved in a single-vehicle collision where a child also received minor injuries.

21/04 Sharp rise in assaults at schools pushing teachers to ‘breaking point’

Almost 60 per cent of educators experienced physical aggression, with rates highest in special schools

21/04 Two women and two children seriously injured in Sligo crash

Two women and two children have been seriously injured in a two-car crash in Co Sligo.

21/04 Catholics mourn ‘merciful’ Pope after death aged 88 following stroke

Pope Francis has been remembered as someone full of compassion, mercy and “irrepressible hope” as Catholics came together to mourn the death of a pontiff hailed by the King and other world leaders.

21/04 Apprentice Boys of Derry: Thousands line streets of Lisburn for Easter parade as marching season begins

Over 50 bands joined the main Apprentice Boys of Derry parade on Easter Monday, as rows of supporters lined the streets to watch the annual procession.

21/04 Who are the UK and Ireland cardinals who could be next pope?

There are just a handful of Catholic cardinals across the UK and Ireland, some of whom are expected to cast a vote for the next pope.

21/04 Two arrests after petrol bombs hurled at PSNI during disorder at New IRA parade in Derry

Police have made two arrests and seized a number of items including a van after officers were attacked with petrol bombs in Derry as masked men led a New IRA parade through the city on Easter Monday.

21/04 Catholics mourn ‘compassionate and merciful’ Pope after death aged 88

Pope Francis has been remembered as someone full of compassion, mercy and “irrepressible hope” as Catholics came together to mourn the death of a pontiff hailed by the King and other world leaders.

21/04 Police attacked with petrol bombs and fireworks after dissident republican parade in Derry

PSNI says young people used to ‘shield’ masked individuals during the disorder that followed Easter Rising commemoration

21/04 Community comes together after ‘much loved’ mum dies five days following tragic NI road crash

A young mother-of-two from north Antrim has passed away less than a week after a tragic road accident.

21/04 Police attacked with petrol bombs after dissident republican parade

Police have been attacked with petrol bombs and fireworks after a dissident republican parade in Londonderry.

21/04 Two arrests and van seized after petrol bombs hurled at PSNI during disorder at New IRA parade in Derry

Police have made two arrests and seized a number of items including a van after officers were attacked with petrol bombs in Derry as masked men led a New IRA parade through the city on Easter Monday.

21/04 PSNI investigating after video circulates of men ‘tipping’ car in Co Antrim

Police are conducting enquiries after wide circulation of footage online that appears to show a group of men toppling a parked car outside Portrush train station.

21/04 More rain on the way for Northern Ireland after Easter weekend of wet weather

After a washout Easter, it looks like the rain is here to stay for a bit longer in Northern Ireland, with sporadic showers expected for the rest of the week.

21/04 Cathedral bells ring out 88 times as people pay respects to Pope in Armagh

As the bells at St Patrick’s Cathedral rang out 88 times to signify each year of Pope Francis’s life, inside young and old sat in silent reflection to mark the death of the pontiff.

21/04 Pope Francis’s plea for forgiveness in 2018 ‘a great mark of the man’

The Archbishop of Dublin has said that Pope Francis’s plea for forgiveness in 2018 for abuse scandals in the Catholic Church was an example of the “great mark of the man”.

21/04 Pope Francis’s social values ‘resonated with Scotland’ – Archbishop of Glasgow

A mass was held for the soul of Pope Francis hours after his death on Easter Monday, as the Archbishop of Glasgow said his social values resonated with the people of Scotland.

21/04 ‘Much loved’ mum dies five days after tragic NI road crash

A young mother-of-two from north Antrim has passed away less than a week after a tragic road accident.

21/04 Irish Freemasons apologise for hosting Conor McGregor interview at Dublin hall

Organisation says it regrets renting premises for event with US commentator Tucker Carlson and will give fee to charity

21/04 Police attacked with petrol bombs as masked men lead New IRA parade through Derry

Police have been attacked with petrol bombs as masked men have led a New IRA parade through the streets of Derry.

21/04 Pope Francis spent busy final day celebrating Easter and meeting JD Vance

Pope Francis had a busy final day celebrating Easter Sunday, greeting crowds in St Peter’s Square and meeting US vice president JD Vance.

21/04 Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope as ‘exceptional’ and ‘remarkable’ figure

Irish leaders have paid tribute to Pope Francis as an “exceptional” and “remarkable figure” who spoke up for the poor and marginalised.

21/04 Priest recalls watching Pope write apology to abuse victims in Ireland

A priest who helped organise Pope Francis’s visit to Ireland in 2018 has recalled watching the pontiff compose his personal apology to victims of abuse in the Catholic Church.

21/04 ‘Find another job’ – Brutal reaction on X to the latest ‘ridiculous’ Andrea Piardi refereeing gaffe

Not a weekend seems to go by in northern hemisphere rugby without referees getting heavily criticised... and Easter 2025 was no different.

21/04 NI leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis as ‘strong, determined leader’

The First Minister and deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland have led tributes to Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday aged 88.

21/04 King and Queen express deep sadness at death of Pope after moving meeting

The King and Queen have expressed their “most heartfelt condolences and profound sympathy” following the death of Pope Francis.

21/04 ‘Assaulted for simply doing their job’: PSNI condemns injuries against officers over Easter weekend

A number of police officers have been attacked and injured as the PSNI condemned violence against their staff over the Easter weekend.

21/04 Starmer pays tribute to ‘pope for the poor’ who ‘never lost hope’

Pope Francis was “a pope for the poor, the downtrodden and the forgotten”, the Prime Minister has said as politicians paid tribute to the late pontiff.

21/04 Man arrested after Belfast stabbing victim taken to hospital with wrist injury

A man has been arrested after a stabbing incident in north Belfast at the weekend which saw the victim taken to hospital.

21/04 Irish-born cardinal announces Pope Francis’s death

An Irish-born cardinal made the announcement to the world that Pope Francis had died.

21/04 Jesuits in Britain ‘grateful for gift’ of Pope Francis’s leadership

The Jesuits in Britain have paid tribute to Pope Francis, the first Jesuit pope, saying “his commitment to serving the marginalised, fostering dialogue between faiths, and addressing urgent global issues, such as the climate crisis, has strengthened our own resolve”.

21/04 King and religious leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis after death aged 88

Pope Francis has been hailed by the UK’s religious leaders, the King and the Prime Minister as a voice for the poor and marginalised, as they paid tribute to the pontiff following his death on Easter Monday.

21/04 Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis as ‘remarkable figure’

Irish leaders have paid tribute to Pope Francis as “a remarkable figure” who had a “profound commitment to alleviating suffering”.

21/04 King and Queen had ‘significant and special’ meeting with Pope in final weeks

The King and Queen had a “very significant and special” meeting with the ailing Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88, just 12 days ago.

21/04 Archbishop of Westminster pays tribute after Pope Francis dies aged 88

The leader of Catholics in England and Wales has paid tribute to Pope Francis as “a voice proclaiming the innate dignity of every human being”.

21/04 Archbishop requested Pope Francis visit Northern Ireland as part of 2018 trip

Pope Francis was asked by the leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland to visit Northern Ireland as part of his historic 2018 trip to Ireland.

21/04 Pope Francis’ visit to Ireland provided ‘powerful moment’ for abuse survivors

Pope Francis’ visit to Ireland six years ago was said to have offered a “powerful” opportunity for survivors of clerical abuse to gather in solidarity and highlight scandals.

21/04 20 of the UK’s best hotels, campsites and cottages right on the beach

The editor of Coast magazine shares her favourite seaside boltholes, from Argyll to the Isles of Scilly

21/04 Belfast airports among the most punctual across the UK new analysis shows

Northern Ireland’s airports are amongst the most punctual across the UK, with Belfast City airport retaining its record as having the shortest average delay per departing flight.

21/04 NI DeLorean owner says fascination with famous car remains as figures reveal only 303 left on UK roads

A Northern Irish owner of the famous DeLorean car has said the public’s love of the iconic vehicle still continues, despite new figures showing just over 300 remain on UK roads.

21/04 Pepper says it hasn’t seen arrears spike that S&P reported among ‘mortgage prisoners’

S&P said in a report last week that 25.7 per cent of Irish reperforming loans held in residential mortgage-backed securities deals were behind in repayments at the end of December

21/04 Interpath Ireland launches renewable energy practice with new hire

The firm hires Gary Borland, who had been with KPMG for more than two decades, to lead unit

21/04 Allianz Ireland dividends rack up to €300m since pandemic

Second-largest general insurer in the Irish market paid €100 million of dividends to its German parent last year, according to a new filing

21/04 Weather maps reveal where will be Easter Monday washout

The bank holiday weekend will end with cloud and rain for much of the UK, with heaver rainfall and thunder for some areas of the country, the Met Office has forecast.

21/04 Agencies rush to seal deal for Leopardstown Racecourse site before new land tax fall dues

Currently vacant site could accommodate 1,000 social and affordable homes, State housing agency says

21/04 Staff shortages, contentious reforms and chronic underfunding set to dominate teachers’ Easter conferences

Helen McEntee faces a daunting challenge convincing delegates the Government can tackle urgent issues facing schools

21/04 Why international firm Corio withdrew from plans for Sceirde Rocks wind farm off Connemara’s coast

Emerging technology, harsh marine conditions and cost pose challenges, but big offshore projects can be done, say experts

21/04 No valid basis for Bank of Ireland’s ‘unconscionable’ €213,000 surcharge interest over farmer’s default on €1.2m loan, High Court rules

Decision on lead case raises doubt about ability to enforce surcharge interest clauses over loan defaults

21/04 ‘You don’t really live’: Long-distance commuting teachers priced out of Dublin

The housing crisis is resulting in acute teacher shortages, say teachers’ unions, whose annual conferences get under way this week. Is there any solution in sight?

21/04 ‘Something needs to be done’: Jogger injured by e-bike feels ‘let down’ over Garda failure to prosecute

Karl Leonard’s successful landmark private prosecution opens door for possible compensation

21/04 Amazing map shows where the UK’s ancient languages are still spoken

Recent data has suggested a positive change for the country's non-English dialects.

21/04 Teachers to get permanent contract after one year

Teachers will be given permanent contracts after one year, under new measures announced by the education minister.

21/04 New teachers will be fast-tracked into permanent posts to tackle staffing ‘crisis’

Helen McEntee says move will give certainty to new entrants when applying for mortgages

20/04 Resident in mixed housing estate warned they will be ‘burnt out’ if union flags erected by masked men removed

An Alliance Party MLA has hit out against intimidation in a Co Down housing estate.

20/04 Dublin Bus services remain impacted after alleged gun threat against driver

Certain bus services in Dublin city centre continue to be impacted in the wake of an alleged threat against a bus driver by a man “who appeared to be wielding a gun”, a union has said.

20/04 Calls for greater police presence after latest fire at Co Tyrone mill

A local DUP councillor has hit out at those behind a fire at a former historic mill in Co Tyrone and called for a greater police presence, after the site has seen a number of blazes over recent years.

20/04 First sighting of dissident republican two months after surviving gun attack

A dissident republican who survived a murder bid in west Belfast two months ago has been spotted in public for the first time since the attack.

20/04 'Keir Starmer sparks fears of witch hunt against British Troubles veterans'

EXCLUSIVE: The Prime Minister is set to amend a key piece of legal protections.

20/04 Ireland impress against Wales with dominant six-try victory

Aoife Wafer stars with superb carrying as Irish side recover well from a stuttering start

20/04 Sinn Fein leader blasts Taoiseach over border poll comments as party colleague admits Irish unity not inevitable

Sinn Fein president Mary-Lou McDonald has accused the Taoiseach of having “his head in the sand” on Irish unity.

20/04 Easter Rising commemorated in Northern Ireland

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald has reiterated a call for Irish unification as senior members of her party attended events to commemorate the 1916 Easter Rising.

20/04 Watch: Rap Group Kneecap Displays 'F**k Israel, Free Palestine' Messages at Coachella

Irish rap trio Kneecap used the stage and setting of Coachella to deliver a string of abusive messages against Israel during their show.

20/04 Sinn Fein leader blasts Taoiseach over Irish unity comments as she calls for border poll this decade

Sinn Féin president Mary-Lou McDonald has accused the Taoiseach of having “his head in the sand” over the issue of Irish unity.

20/04 First sighting of dissident republican two months after being shot in attempted murder bid

A dissident republican who survived a murder bid in west Belfast two months ago has been spotted in public for the first time since the attack.

20/04 Higgins lays wreath at Easter Rising commemoration

President Michael D Higgins has laid a wreath during the annual commemoration of the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin.

20/04 Priest speaks of ‘shame’ and ‘hurt’ after curate charged with child sex offence

A priest has spoken of his alarm after the “unnerving” arrest of a clerical colleague over an alleged child sex offence.

20/04 Kneecap pose with ex-porn star and pro-Palestinian campaigner Mia Khalifa

Kneecap and the former adult film actor-turned-social media personality and activist Mia Khalifa have been one of the stand outs at Coachella this year.

20/04 The Eurovision star passed away at age 78

Claude Rogers is most remembered thanks to Jack in the Box with him came in fourth place at the 1971 Eurovision. After three years of fighting the disease, she passed away yesterday (Saturday).

20/04 ‘I have my kids back’: Running event promotes alternatives to addiction

A mother whose life was derailed by drugs is now running half marathons with the daughter she lost care over during her addiction.

20/04 Abuse I received for TikTok video after Women’s Six Nations defeat was crazy | Jaz Joyce-Butchers

Dance live on the BBC with a club teammate, after Wales had lost to England, provoked a torrent of hate online

20/04 Public warned after fire at site of historic Co Tyrone mill

Fire crews have battled a blaze at a former mill in Co Tyrone.

20/04 Derry’s Anton Tohill on mental health and sport: ‘The biggest wake up call for me was Red Óg’

Derry midfielder was close to Red Óg Murphy in Australia and now gives GPA mental health workshops to GAA clubs

20/04 Overheard: Painter Francis Bacon’s childhood home on the market in Dublin for €1.6m

Plus: Big moves for Irish abroad, and the shadowy boffins taking over League of Ireland fantasy football

20/04 ‘This is for everyone’: Rory McIlroy transcends orange-green divide in all-island game of golf

Golf dominated everything in Northern Ireland this week following McIlroy’s US Masters win

20/04 Triona McCarthy: Embrace the yellow mellow trend with my sun-inspired nail polish, make-up and skincare picks

Hello yellow! Are you seeing lots of yellow everywhere? From nails to knickers, it’s the biggest trending colour at the moment, with designers like Chanel and Chloé including it in their spring/summer 2025 collections. My 10-year-old daughter tells me it’s one of indie-pop star Gracie Abrams’ favourite colours so if you’re a stan, then you’re probably already wearing it. From butter yellow to neon

20/04 The Sunday Independent’s View: Rory McIlroy embodies a brighter future for Ireland

President Trump is bound to conclude that his threat in recent days to withdraw US support for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine unless there were signs of progress has borne fruit with Russia’s announcement of a short-lived “Easter truce”.

20/04 Accelerate you sustainability journey with Enterprise Ireland’s 2025 webinar series

Enterprise Ireland is committed to working with Irish businesses to help them start, compete, scale and connect – and our primary objective is to accelerate sustainable Irish business, now and into the future.

20/04 Obituary: Paddy Mackie, Northern Irish conservationist and noted gardener who was kidnapped by republicans during the Troubles

Paddy Mackie, who has died aged 93, was a noted conservationist in Northern Ireland who created the wildlife refuge of Castle Espie, and also won the RHS’s AJ Waley medal for his rhododendrons. The scion of a leading Protestant industrial family in Belfast, at the height of the Troubles he was briefly kidnapped by ­republicans.

19/04 Residents told to keep doors and windows closed as firefighters tackle blaze in Co Tyrone

Local residents are being advised to keep their windows and doors closed as firefighters tackle a blaze at a mill in Co Tyrone.

19/04 NI country singer leads tributes to former Dancing with the Stars judge

Co Tyrone country music star Cliona Hagan has led tributes to former Dancing with the Stars judge Julian Benson who has died aged 54.

19/04 Conor McGregor Blasts Mass Migration as a 'Genocide' in Ireland

The open borders agenda is tantamount to a "genocide" which threatens to "erase" Irish culture, MMA legend Conor McGregor said.

19/04 PSNI issue appeal about backpack in search for missing Co Mayo man George Brennan

Brennan was last seen on Wednesday, April 2nd, in Ballycastle, Co Antrim

19/04 Former Ireland international Niall Quinn criticises people who use Easter Rising to ‘score petty points’

Quinn made the comments while speaking at 1916 Relatives Association commemoration in Dublin

19/04 Clodagh Rodgers: Eurovision star from Northern Ireland dies aged 78

Rodgers secured fourth place in the competition held in Dublin in 1971

19/04 Police issue new appeal in bid to find missing Co Mayo man last seen in Ballycastle

Police investigating the disappearance of a Co Mayo man last seen in Ballycastle have made a specific appeal for information on the backpack he was seen carrying when he went missing.

19/04 Tributes paid to Ireland’s ‘Captain Sparkle’

Tributes have been paid to Ireland’s “Captain Sparkle” who has died at the age of 54.

19/04 Police make appeal around blue backpack in search for missing Co Mayo man

Police in Northern Ireland have issued an appeal around a blue backpack in their search for missing Mayo man George Brennan.

19/04 Priest remanded over alleged attempted sexual communication with child

A Catholic priest has been remanded in custody after being accused of alleged attempted sexual communication with a child.

19/04 St Pat’s and Shamrock Rovers thrilling in the rain, but the ‘UnderDrogs’ stay top: what we learned from Friday’s League of Ireland action

Derry start to show their quality while Sligo batter freefalling Waterford

19/04 Mixed views on whether gates in Belfast parks should stay open late

They are a popular escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

19/04 Opinion: Alarm bells are sounding over falling visitor numbers. But is tourism really in crisis?

Ireland has always been good at tourism. But are we losing our touch, or could falling visitor numbers be an opportunity?

19/04 Can PTSB and Pimco bridge gap on Finance Ireland value to secure a deal?

Lender would be expected to pay more than €300m to get Pimco, M&G and management to bite

19/04 Irish and British futures are codependent and entangled

Worldview: Running through contemporary debates is a battle between those who say reconciliation should come before constitutional change and those who argue for the reverse

19/04 Portrush busily preparing to host another memorable Open

The eyes of the golfing world will be on Royal Portrush and the economic benefit to the Co Antrim town and surrounding areas will be huge

19/04 Kevin Kilbane: Evan Ferguson’s case shows how ruthless the Premier League is

Any underperformance is not tolerated in the most unsentimental league in world sport

19/04 ‘It’s not soccer money’ - Jamie Heaslip reflects on entering the business world after rugby

The idea that diversity practices in business oppose meritocracy is 'simply not true', the Dean said, suggesting the college should 'double down' on the drive for social diversity.

19/04 Wealth gap tensions: ‘My friends don’t have to budget like me. A round of cocktails scares the s**t out of me’

We’re reluctant to discuss it, but wealth disparity an cause serious tension in relationships

19/04 Letters: How the Easter message on empathy summons up aromas of barbecued steak

Reading Michael Kelly’s thoughtful piece on the empathy at the heart of the Easter story (‘Empathy is crucial building block for creating a healthy and happy society’, Irish Independent, April 18) reminded me of a Lenten homily I once heard from a Catholic priest in the US.

19/04 Urgent action urged to tackle ‘growing workload crisis’ for teachers

Urgent action has been called for to tackle what a trade union has termed the “growing workload crisis” for teachers in Northern Ireland.

18/04 Honours even in hectic Dublin derby between St Pat’s and Shamrock Rovers

Pat’s skipper Joe Redmond scores towering head in injury-time to claim point

18/04 Ireland women travel to Wales with only winning on their minds

Scott Bemand’s side determined to build on recent improvement

18/04 Treatment of British army veterans ‘absolutely disgusting’ say bikers in Legacy Act protest

More than 1,000 people gathered in Whitehall, London, to protest against the repealing of key elements of the Northern Ireland Troubles Act

18/04 Priest charged over alleged attempted sexual communication with child

A Catholic priest has been charged over alleged attempted sexual communication with a child.

18/04 Molly Scuffil-McCabe aims to stake World Cup claim at scrumhalf

For the past two years, the number nine has been spending alternating three-month spells in Ireland and New Zealand

18/04 Emergency services attended airport after ‘technical issue’ identified with plane landing in Belfast

Emergency services were called to a Belfast airport after a ‘technical issue’ was identified with a landing plane.

18/04 NI traffic alerts: M2 cleared after earlier multi-vehicle crash

Here’s the latest traffic and travel news from around Northern Ireland.

18/04 League of Ireland: All the action from tonight’s games as it happens

It’s another action-packed night in the League of Ireland with all ten Premier Division teams involved.

18/04 League of Ireland: All the action from tonight’s games as it happened

It’s another action-packed night in the League of Ireland with all ten Premier Division teams involved.

18/04 Priest charged with attempted sexual communication with a child

A Catholic priest has been charged with attempted sexual communication with a child in Londonderry.

18/04 Treatment of veterans ‘absolutely disgusting’ say bikers in Legacy Act protest

Veterans who served in the British Army during the Northern Ireland Troubles face “absolutely disgusting” treatment, protesters have said as they called for the retention of the Legacy Act.

18/04 NI traffic alerts: Police at scene of multi-vehicle crash on M2

Here’s the latest traffic and travel news from around Northern Ireland.

18/04 700 speeders caught on first day of new PSNI operation

Around 700 detections for speeding were made during a day-long road safety operation carried out across Northern Ireland on Wednesday.

18/04 PSNI reveals hundreds of drivers caught speeding during day-long clampdown

Around 700 drivers were caught speeding in a day-long road safety operation carried out by the PSNI across Northern Ireland on Wednesday.

18/04 Door forced open and cash stolen during broad daylight break-in

The door of a property in the Loughorne Road area of Newry was forced open and a sum of cash stolen during a break-in on Thursday morning.

18/04 UK wildfires expose ‘postcode lottery’ of firefighting resources, says union

Exclusive: Head of Fire Brigades Union calls for statutory body to set national standards amid fears for public safety

18/04 Status orange rain weather warning issued

A status orange rain warning has been issued for Co Wicklow.

18/04 Son of Rev Ian Paisley says father would have been ‘deeply interested' in Irish Language event held by Free Presbyterian Church

The son of the late First Minister Reverend Ian Paisley has said his father would have been “deeply interested” in an event celebrating the history of the Presbyterian Church and the Irish language.

18/04 Millennium-old monks’ manuscripts return to Ireland for exhibition

Books include religious scriptures and scribbled jokes, giving glimpse of daily lives of early medieval Irish monks

18/04 Jack Chambers objected to development on ‘aesthetic’ grounds

Minister Jack Chambers, who has criticised planning objections regarding concerns about the “character of an area”, previously objected to a development which included apartments over “aesthetic” concerns.

18/04 Loyalist heartland ends 50-year grudge with Paras over Belfast shootings

A 50-year battle between Paras and the Shankill community appears to be over.

18/04 Christian Dior appoints UK designer Jonathan Anderson as menswear boss

Man behind puzzle and pigeon bags, who transformed Loewe, brings buzz to French house as creative director

18/04 Weather warning issued for Northern Ireland ahead of Easter weekend

A yellow weather warning has been issued for Northern Ireland over much of the Easter weekend.

18/04 ‘I don’t see what the fuss is about’: NI secretary Hilary Benn responds to row over Irish language signs at Grand Central Station

Secretary of State Hilary Benn has questioned the “fuss” over Irish language signs at Grand Central Station in Belfast.

18/04 Derry priest arrested over alleged inappropriate sexual communication with child

PSNI says 58-year-old remains in police custody following arrest on Thursday

18/04 Rain and cloudy weather expected for Good Friday and over Easter weekend

Rain looks set to spoil much of the Easter weekend in Northern Ireland.

18/04 Council in a flap after tropical birds flock to roost in north Belfast park

Advice is being sought from a Stormont department about the future of a flock of tropical parakeets which have taken up residence in a park in north Belfast.

18/04 NI boy celebrates ‘extra special’ moment as he’s crowned Irish dancing world champion on birthday

A Northern Irish boy who was crowned Irish dancing world champion has described the moment being “extra special” after he lifted the trophy on his eleventh birthday.

18/04 ‘Nurture the green shoots of peace’: Church leaders in NI deliver their Easter message

Church leaders in Northern Ireland have issued a message about hope in a time of uncertainty ahead of Easter.

18/04 Why does Northern Ireland lag the South on public health and education?

Rising infant mortality an indicator ‘society is going down’, says public health specialist

18/04 Erin King injury casts shadow over Ireland’s Six Nations preparations

Young flanker will miss World Cup in August after torn cartilage

18/04 Cathal O’Sullivan could be League of Ireland’s next million-pound player

Cork City must sell 18-year-old in June to get full value from their academy product

18/04 Former bonds trader targets gaps in the Irish mortgage market

Núa Money co-founder Fergal O’Leary says there is an opportunity for more players to come into the Irish mortgage market and take market share from the banks

18/04 Police urge public not to disturb breeding or nesting birds

Police have urged people to try not to disturb breeding or nesting birds over the Easter weekend.

18/04 Bikers to descend on Westminster for veterans protest against Legacy Act repeal

Bikers are set to descend on Westminster as part of a protest by veterans who served in the British Army during the Northern Ireland Troubles, calling for the retention of the Legacy Act.

18/04 The £7.5m UK tourist attraction that's been shut almost as much as its been open

The star attraction has been shut for about 46% of the time over the past decade

18/04 Spinal surgery: Number of procedures carried out on children has ‘not greatly increased’

Paediatric spinal taskforce finds there are fewer surgeons operating in the specialism

18/04 Rory McIlroy’s wish to be identified as Northern Irish is typical of his generation

Support for Sinn Féin is growing in the North, but support for a united Ireland isn’t. This is not as strange as it might seem

18/04 Airbnb and other letting platforms could face millions of euro in fines under new rules

General Scheme of the Short Term Letting and Tourism Bill outlines new regulations

18/04 UK weather maps show where rain will ruin the Easter weekend - check your area

Rain is set to sweep over parts of Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and England this Easter weekend.

18/04 Alison Curtis: ‘On arriving in Ireland I was stumped at how men and women didn’t interact’

Today FM broadcaster says she would not get the same joy working in radio in her native Canada

18/04 Rosie O'Donnell Reveals Her Therapist Helped Plan Her Move from America; Fears Her Irish Citizenship Application May Be in Jeopardy

Rosie O'Donnell said she never thought President Donald Trump would win another election, and lamented over her Irish citizenship application having not yet been approved.

17/04 TV veteran’s new move all but confirms feud

Liz Hayes has all but confirmed nine years of tensions between her and 60 Minutes executive producer Kirsty Thomson, her longtime boss, with news the veteran reporter will present a one-off report for rival Channel 7 current affairs program Spotlight.

17/04 Ireland weather: Warnings issued for 11 counties as wet start to Easter bank holiday weekend expected

Met Éireann says Good Friday will kick off a dull and damp weekend

17/04 Drug dealing in Northern Ireland’s biggest hospital still on the rise, health trust admits

Drug dealing at Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital is on the rise despite an active PSNI security approach at the hospital.

17/04 How Jacques Nienaber made Leinster’s defence thrive on the knife edge

South African helped Leinster do something no team had ever done in the Champions Cup - and then they did it again

17/04 Plans to restrict BBC Sounds outside UK delayed

Broadcaster seeking to ensure radio stations can be found on other platforms ahead of shift

17/04 AI-powered sensor could ‘entirely eliminate’ fatigue car crashes

'The future of this technology, whether it is us or somebody else designing it, will be in every car in the world in about 10 years time,' says Tom Farrell of CameraMatics

17/04 Priest arrested in NI after he is challenged by ‘paedophile hunters'

A priest has been arrested on suspicion of sexual communication with a child.

17/04 Cruel legacy of Ireland’s mother and baby homes | Letters

Letters: Readers share their own family experiences of life in Ireland, in response to an article by Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett ee

17/04 Guidance sought over future of colourful parakeets in Belfast park

Advice is being sought from a Stormont department about the future of a flock of colourful tropical parakeets which have taken up residence in a park in north Belfast.

17/04 NI gym owner running and cycling length of the island for charity: ‘This is my biggest ever challenge’

A Co Antrim gym owner is running the entire length of the island of Ireland – and cycling the entire length on the way back – in a bid to raise money for the The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

17/04 Sinn Fein TD apologises for ‘hurt and offence’ in post about gender ruling

A Sinn Fein TD has apologised for a social media post about the UK court ruling on excluding trans women from the definition of “woman” in equality law.

17/04 ‘Easy targets’: More than 600 crimes recorded at churches in NI since 2022, new data reveals

More than 600 crimes have been recorded at churches and church properties across Northern Ireland since the start of 2022, according to new figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request.

17/04 Jonathan Anderson lands director role at French fashion giant Dior

Northern Ireland fashion designer Jonathan Anderson has been appointed as the new artistic director of Dior menswear.

17/04 Police looking to speak to van driver in search for missing man

Police have issued a new appeal for information in the search for a Mayo man missing in Northern Ireland.

17/04 Meet the photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth

Binder's project, which won the 2025 Sony World Photography Award for Documentary, explores how the Troubles continues to shape a new generation in Belfast.

17/04 Ireland’s rugby exiles in Britain: Meet the Jack Charlton-style granny hunters

Ireland is too small a rugby nation not to tap into the talent pool of its emigrant population across the Irish Sea

17/04 Road safety appeal ahead of Easter weekend

One in three people killed or seriously injured on Irish roads were under the age of 30.

17/04 Former senior PSNI officer will not be prosecuted over alleged sexual offences

A former PSNI Assistant Chief Constable will not be prosecuted over allegations of sexual offences.

17/04 Woman arrested over finding of pipe bombs in Co Down

A woman has been arrested over the finding of two pipe bombs in Co Down earlier this month.

17/04 Woman arrested after pipe bombs found near NI nursery school

A woman in her 40s has been arrested after the discovery of two viable pipe bombs close to a nursery in Dromore earlier this month.

17/04 Tax on Dublin hotel guests being developed

A tax on hotel guests in Dublin is being developed by a local authority team, and could be in place by September.

17/04 Additional three million journeys on public transport hailed

An additional three million passenger journeys using public transport have been recorded in Northern Ireland.

17/04 Suspended chief constable will not be prosecuted over alleged sexual offences

The suspended chief constable of Devon and Cornwall Police will not be prosecuted over allegations of sexual offences.

17/04 Consultation launched on proposals to expand services offered by credit unions

Services offered by credit unions in Northern Ireland are set to be expanded under new Stormont proposals.

17/04 Sony Interactive to create 100 jobs in new Dublin office

Playstation owner’s new team will focus on research and development for digital operations

17/04 Diarmaid Ferriter: Forget an apple for the teacher. What they really need is a Valium

There are too many wrecked teachers out there; too many hate their jobs; too many depart prematurely

17/04 Major pet store chain bans sale of live animals permanently

A pet store which has branches across Northern Ireland has announced the permanent ban of all live animal sales ahead of the Easter weekend.

17/04 Masked men smash door with hammer before ransacking house in Co Down

Police are hunting for three masked men who ransacked a Bangor home on Wednesday night.

17/04 Disinformation has become ‘global scourge’, minister says

Government funding for fact-checking services should be explored, according to a new strategy from the Department of Media.

17/04 Conman who scammed Stephen Nolan and Eamonn Holmes admits further multi-million pound fraud

A self-confessed conman jailed for a major banking racket has admitted a further multi-million pound fraud, a court heard today.

17/04 MI5 files not deliberately withheld from Stakeknife probe, review concludes

MI5 files were not deliberately withheld from an investigation into the IRA agent known as Stakeknife, a review has found.