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Fuel Price Protests Expected to Impact Dublin Commuting Routes
Worldirish-times2d ago

Fuel Price Protests Expected to Impact Dublin Commuting Routes

Motorists in Dublin have been warned of potential disruptions to commuting routes due to protests organized over spiraling diesel, petrol, and home heating oil prices. These price increases are attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Ireland Commemorates 110th Anniversary of Easter Rising
Worldrte-newsthe-journal3d ago2 sources

Ireland Commemorates 110th Anniversary of Easter Rising

Ireland is marking the 110th anniversary of the Easter Rising with a ceremony led by President Connolly at the GPO. This year's commemoration continues a tradition that resumed in 2006 after a 35-year hiatus due to sensitivities surrounding The Troubles.

Economic and Social Impact of Middle East War on Ireland
Politicsdelfi-ltirish-independent4d ago2 sources

Economic and Social Impact of Middle East War on Ireland

The Middle East war is significantly impacting Ireland, leading to concerns over cost-of-living fallout, potential major hits to tourism as Americans may reduce international travel, and government warnings for the public to conserve energy if the Iran crisis persists, including advice on carpooling and doing laundry at night.

Pope Leo XIV Carries Cross at Colosseum Way of the Cross
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Pope Leo XIV Carries Cross at Colosseum Way of the Cross

Pope Leo XIV personally carried the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on Good Friday, marking his first such act as pontiff and reviving a decades-old tradition.

Irish Minister 'Taken Aback' by Garda Driving Ban in Scrambler Pursuit
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Irish Minister 'Taken Aback' by Garda Driving Ban in Scrambler Pursuit

Ireland's Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, expressed surprise at a dangerous driving ban issued to a Garda officer who was pursuing illegal scramblers, noting that 'Grace’s Law' clarifies such situations and removes any grey areas.

Man (34) Charged with Attempted Murder in Dublin Fire Attack, Two Others Charged
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Man (34) Charged with Attempted Murder in Dublin Fire Attack, Two Others Charged

A 34-year-old man has been charged with the attempted murder of a Dublin woman who was set on fire at her home last November, with two other men also facing related charges over the attack that left the victim with life-changing burns.

Raids and Arrests Follow Woman Set on Fire in West Dublin
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Raids and Arrests Follow Woman Set on Fire in West Dublin

More than 100 gardaí have raided 19 properties and arrested three people in high-intensity operations in Clondalkin, west Dublin, following a serious assault last November where a woman was doused in accelerant and set on fire.

Swedish Social Worker Documents Dublin Pub Culture
Cultureirish-independent2d ago

Swedish Social Worker Documents Dublin Pub Culture

Carina Hedlund, a Swedish social worker, has taken on the unique project of documenting the vibrant and intimate moments within Dublin's pub culture, despite not being a regular pub-goer in her native Sweden.

Man Remains in Critical Condition Following Dublin Stabbing
Worldirish-timesrte-newsthe-journal9d ago3 sources

Man Remains in Critical Condition Following Dublin Stabbing

A man in his 40s remains in critical condition following a serious stabbing that occurred in Dublin's north inner city early on Saturday morning, with Gardaí appealing for witnesses to the incident on Amiens Street.

Element Pictures Announces Storyhouse Festival Lineup
Culturedeadline13d ago

Element Pictures Announces Storyhouse Festival Lineup

Oscar-nominee Brady Corbet, filmmaker Harry Lighton, Audrey Diwan, and writer Abi Morgan are among the talents confirmed to participate in the third edition of Element Pictures’ Dublin-based screenwriting festival, Storyhouse.

Taoiseach Lobbied by US Airlines Over Dublin Airport Passenger Cap
Businessrte-newsthe-journal14d ago2 sources

Taoiseach Lobbied by US Airlines Over Dublin Airport Passenger Cap

Aer Lingus has warned that any delay in removing the Dublin Airport passenger cap could result in significant capacity cuts and lead to fare increases next year. The Taoiseach was recently lobbied by US airlines in Washington regarding this passenger cap, with US aviation officials expressing dissatisfaction.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu Meets Irish Leaders in Dublin
Politicsnewsmaker-md1h ago

Moldovan President Maia Sandu Meets Irish Leaders in Dublin

Moldovan President Maia Sandu met with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Prime Minister Micheál Martin during her visit to Dublin. Discussions focused on developing bilateral relations, supporting Moldova's European course, and signing agreements.

Fuel Protests Disrupt Public Transport in Dublin
Politicsthe-journal21h ago

Fuel Protests Disrupt Public Transport in Dublin

Fuel protests in Dublin, Ireland, have caused significant disruption, bringing buses and Luas trams to a standstill and blocking lines at O’Connell Bridge as demonstrations continued into the night.

Turkey Reports Another Iranian Missile Near-Miss Over NATO Skies
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Turkey Reports Another Iranian Missile Near-Miss Over NATO Skies

Turkey has announced that its air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran over NATO skies, marking another near-miss incident and escalating the threat to the region.

Man Ruled Fit to Stand Trial for Parnell Square Attack
Politicsirish-timesirish-independentrte-news+1the-journal12d ago4 sources

Man Ruled Fit to Stand Trial for Parnell Square Attack

A judge has ruled that the 51-year-old man charged with the attempted murder of three children in the November 2023 Parnell Square attack in Dublin, and assault causing serious harm to a care worker, is fit to stand trial.

Dublin Debates Spending €50m Tourist Tax Windfall
Cultureirish-independent12d ago

Dublin Debates Spending €50m Tourist Tax Windfall

Dublin is considering various proposals, including lidos, late buses, and a boating lake, for how to spend a potential €50 million windfall from a new tourist tax, a concept common in other European countries.

Five Dublin Gang Members Jailed for Torture
Politicsirish-independent13d ago

Five Dublin Gang Members Jailed for Torture

Five members of a Dublin criminal gang have been sentenced to a total of 34 years in prison for torturing a man, who was waterboarded and had the word 'rat' branded on his head and torso with a hot iron poker.

Arrest in Dublin Over Attack on Woman Set on Fire
Worldirish-independent14d ago

Arrest in Dublin Over Attack on Woman Set on Fire

A gangland enforcer, previously suspected of murder, has been arrested and is being questioned in connection with the attempted murder of a woman who was set on fire at her home in west Dublin.

Boats Rally on River Shannon Against €10bn Water Pipeline to Dublin
Politicsirish-independentrte-news18d ago2 sources

Boats Rally on River Shannon Against €10bn Water Pipeline to Dublin

Up to 50 boats participated in a demonstration rally on the River Shannon, highlighting widespread opposition to a €10bn government proposal. Community groups are protesting plans to extract water from the river to supply the greater Dublin region, calling the policy 'skewed'.