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Dublin hotels full amid UK asylum seeker influx

Dublin accommodation providers are experiencing unprecedented pressure as the UK government considers relocating asylum seekers to Ireland, creating a potential humanitarian crisis in the Irish capital.

Irish minister turned away from Belfast hotel

Irish Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman was refused accommodation at a Belfast hotel, prompting serious concerns from Dublin about political motivations behind the incident.

Mary McGee, contraception rights pioneer, dies

Tributes pour in for Mary McGee, the courageous Irish woman whose landmark 1973 Supreme Court case paved the way for legalising contraception in Ireland, ending decades of restrictive laws.

Irish President declines Belfast event invitation

President Michael D. Higgins declines invitation to historic Belfast event amid concerns about protocol and cross-border relations, creating political waves in both Ireland and the UK.

NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle

Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.

Dublin sees third night of violent protests

Irish capital sees renewed unrest as fireworks and projectiles are launched at officers during ongoing demonstrations, with tensions showing no signs of abating.

England Qualify for World Cup After Ireland Victory

Gareth Southgate's Three Lions secure crucial World Cup qualification in tense showdown against Republic of Ireland. Expert breakdown of the match that sealed England's ticket to international football's biggest stage.

Ireland's Euro 2025 hopes dented by Armenia draw

Republic of Ireland's qualification campaign for Euro 2025 faces uncertainty after frustrating 1-1 draw against Armenia at Tallaght Stadium, leaving Eileen Gleeson's side needing results elsewhere.

Germany Struggle Past Northern Ireland in Euro Prep

Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann faces tactical questions after his team needed a Maximilian Mittelstädt wonder-strike to overcome a determined Northern Ireland side in their final Euro 2024 preparation match.

Portugal survive major scare against gritty Ireland

Portugal required a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw against a determined Republic of Ireland side in Aveiro, with João Neves cancelling out Evan Ferguson's penalty in a thrilling international friendly encounter.

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