Irish Justice Minister Micheál Martin has been issued an on-the-spot fine by An Garda Síochána for using his mobile phone while driving in Dublin, raising questions about accountability and road safety.
The UN Security Council votes to drastically cut its UNIFIL peacekeeping force in Lebanon by two-thirds, slashing troop numbers from 15,000 to 5,000. This historic retreat follows intense pressure from Israel and the US, raising fears of escalating violen
Bestselling author Sally Rooney has been voted the most admired Irish person by the British public in a new Ipsos poll, earning her the title of a modern 'Irish Madonna' for her profound cultural influence.
A US court has acquitted former Trump advisor Tom Barrack of illegally acting as an unregistered foreign agent for the United Arab Emirates. The verdict delivers a significant blow to the US Justice Department's lobbying crackdown.
The CEO of a Tennessee-based company has been abruptly terminated after an investigation revealed he allegedly used artificial intelligence to create and distribute sexually explicit deepfake images of female employees, sparking outrage and legal scrutiny
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a stark warning of intensified conflict with Hezbollah, as cross-border strikes escalate and fears of a full-scale war with Lebanon grow.
In a major shift, the Palestinian Fatah movement has held unprecedented talks with the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in Beirut, challenging the Palestinian Authority's official stance and potentially reshaping regional alliances.
In a significant diplomatic development, a senior Cardinal has indicated that Lebanon is the most probable destination for the newly elected Pope Leon XIV's inaugural international apostolic journey, highlighting a message of peace and unity.
Micheál Martin, Ireland's Tánaiste, has issued a scathing rebuke to Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariff on Irish goods, branding the plan 'economic illiteracy' that would harm US interests as much as Irish exporters.
The UN Security Council expresses 'profound concern' over escalating violence on the Israel-Lebanon border. UNIFIL peacekeepers are caught in the crossfire as fears of a major regional conflict intensify.
A major investigation is underway after an Irish man disappeared during a holiday in Portugal's Algarve region. His body was discovered days later near a popular tourist attraction, with police treating the death as suspicious.
Ex-British ambassador Tom Fletcher highlights growing instability in Gaza and Lebanon, urging international intervention to prevent further conflict.
Hezbollah's leader signals readiness for conflict amid US diplomatic efforts to prevent a full-scale war between Israel and Lebanon.
The Trump administration warns of potential funding cuts to UNIFIL, citing concerns over Hezbollah's influence in Lebanon. The move could destabilise the region further.
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Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been accused of sheltering Turkish Sunni Islamist militants in Beirut, raising tensions in the region. The allegations come amid ongoing political instability in Lebanon.
Hezbollah's leader warns of an all-out conflict with Israel, vowing to abandon restraint if hostilities intensify, amid rising fears of regional escalation.
The US is urging Lebanon to dismantle Hezbollah's military capabilities, a move experts warn could destabilise the fragile nation and heighten Middle East conflicts.
Hezbollah's deputy leader Naim Qassem warns of potential escalation with Israel as cross-border clashes intensify, raising fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East.
Hezbollah's leader warns of a full-scale war with 'no rules' if Israel continues its aggression, raising fears of a regional conflict.
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An Irish nun has been abducted from an orphanage in Haiti amid rising gang violence, leaving staff and children in fear. Authorities are scrambling to secure her release.
Hezbollah's secretary-general Hassan Nasrallah vows divine protection as clashes with Israel escalate, raising fears of a broader conflict in Lebanon.
Rebecca Black, an Irish woman living in Beirut, recounts the daily struggles of Lebanon's economic crisis, from power cuts to food shortages, as the country teeters on the brink.
Irish bands Kneecap and CMAT are redefining music with bold political statements and cultural defiance, challenging norms in Belfast and beyond.
French President Emmanuel Macron makes a surprise visit to Beirut, urging Lebanese leaders to implement crucial reforms amidst ongoing political and economic crises.
Irish full-back Hugo Keenan emerges as a potential star for the British and Irish Lions' 2025 tour to Australia, with discussions heating up in rugby circles.
Lebanon's parliament has sparked outrage by voting to abolish Arabic as an official language, replacing it with English in a move critics call 'cultural erasure'.
Irish rap trio Kneecap stole the show at Rock en Seine Festival, blending rebellious music with a bold political stance on Irish language rights.
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