Irish News Men’s Footballer of the Year Oisin Conaty: “Stefan Campbell probably doesn’t know the impact he had on me coming in”

Having collected The Irish News’ Ulster All-Stars Footballer of the Year title, Oisin Conaty was quick to pay tribute to a departing member of a close-knit Armagh team. Conaty, who also won the Rising Star award after a stellar Sam Maguire-winning...

Leitrim Council partners with Trinity College Dublin for Science week

Leitrim County Council is inviting parents and children aged 7 to 12 to discover the world of technology together this November through a series of free OurKidsCode workshops as part of Science Week 2025, running from November 9th to 16th. The...

Exeter's Ireland skipper McMahon to miss season

"We do not like to see any of our players out of action for a prolonged period of time, but I know she will work her hardest to get back in the best shape she can be," Exeter head coach Steve Salvin told the club website, external. McMahon added:...

Can you remember Ireland's squad from 2016 Chicago win?

It's been nine years since Ireland stunned New Zealand for the first time in Chicago. As the sides prepare to meet again on Saturday, can you name Ireland's 23-man squad from the famous win over the All Blacks in 2016? You've got five minutes....

Dublin's nightlife booms as 200 events light up the city after dark

Couples dancing and drinking at an evening party - stock(Image: Getty) Dublin’s night-time economy has seen a major surge in activity over the past year. This is a result of the launch of Dublin City Council’s Night-Time Economy Strategy, which...

Ireland U-17 Ade Solanke: It’s a huge moment for Irish football, it’s an honour

Bournemouth, on the south coast of England, could be the next permanent stop in the career of much-travelled Irish teenager Ade Solanke.But while his club career, which currently has him playing for French side Lorient, has chapters to come, for...

UFOs? 'Strange light' seen in sky across Ireland caused by US rocket launch

While there will be plenty of aliens trick-or-treating for Halloween, stargazers were left to wonder about UFOs after a "strange light" was spotted across the sky in Ireland on Wednesday. Multiple reports of the light moving in the sky were made...

Man dies following ‘serious collision’ on Dublin’s Dame Street

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses after the fatal accident at around 1.45am. Gardaí and emergency services responded following report of the collision, involving a pedestrian and a truck. A Garda spokesperson said: “A male pedestrian (30s) was...

IRFU confirms format change for All-Ireland League

The IRFU has confirmed a restructure to the men's Energia All-Ireland League for next season, with Divisions 2B and 2C to be regionalised. Under the new format, which will be adopted for the 2026/27 campaign, 2B and 2C will be have equal status on...

Cost of living Ireland: How to claim €500 back before the end of November

People should know that they may be entitled to claim back €500 and can do it before the end of November. The Rent Tax Credit was introduced in 2022 and those that qualify for it can claim as far back as four years. You can still get the 2022 tax...

Launch of first Irish-voiced robot vacuum

The first Irish-voiced robot vacuum has been launched by HomeBot Ireland. The Glider 6-in-1 robot vacuum and mop is voiced by DJ Louise Clarke, and has self-emptying, self-washing and drying functions. According to HomeBot Ireland, the Irish voice...

Customers warned of major disruptions in place for several Irish Rail routes this weekend

Iarnród Éireann has reminded customers of a series of works taking place across this weekend, Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd November. Customers on affected routes are advised to check times and alternative arrangements before travel at...

Dublin Fire Brigade insist 'we're not the fun police' as Halloween chaos looms

Assistant Chief Fire Officer Greg O'Dwyer (Image: Irish Mirror) Dublin Fire Brigade have insisted they're not the "fun police" and declared they just want youngsters "to have a happy but a safe Halloween". Newly appointed Chief Fire Officer Greg...

Ireland strongly condemns deadly Israeli strikes in Gaza

ISTANBUL Ireland's Taoiseach, or prime minister, strongly condemned Israel's recent deadly strikes in the Gaza Strip, which violated a ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas. "I strongly condemn the strikes in Gaza that...

A "remarkable" Irish horror "hidden gem" lands new UK streaming home

Irish horror movie Isolation has landed a new UK streaming home. Originally released back in 2005, the film focuses on five people who become unwilling partakers in an experiment on a remote farm that goes horribly wrong. Dropping just in time for...

50th RORC Round Britain & Ireland Race Preview

by Louay Habib / RORC 30 Oct 02:21 PDT 9 August 2026 The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) is delighted to announce that the Notice of Race for the 2026 Round Britain & Ireland Race has been published and online entry is open from 3 November 2025....

Catherine Connolly: How much of a victory for Ireland's left?

A new Ireland is soon upon us. The entire island feels like it’s at a pivotal point, and we need to consider what we want Ireland to look like when Catherine finishes her first term, writes On November 11, after winning a record 63% of first...

WARNING: Popular Halloween treat pulled from Irish supermarkets amid serious allergy fears

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland has issued a stark warning to consumers across Ireland as a popular Halloween treat has been found to contain an ingredient that could be be very dangerous if ingested by people with sever allergies. Rose...

All-Ireland success evades Laois at Wallball Championship finals

KILGLASS in Roscommon played host to the All-Ireland Wallball Championship finals with Laois represented by two players at these finals. In the Men’s Golden Masters, Kevin Brennan (Clough-Ballacolla) was expected to challenge strongly for...

Ireland Makes Landmark Appointment Amid Challenges For The Small Cricket Nation

Sarah Keane is Cricket Ireland chief executive (Photo By Seb Daly/Sportsfile via Getty Images) Sportsfile via Getty Images In what does underscore the prevailing view that cricket is a rather conservative sport at its roots, it’s taken until 2025...