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Ex-Celtic footballer jailed for money laundering

Former Celtic footballer Anthony Stokes has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a sophisticated money laundering operation involving a stolen cash van and hundreds of thousands of pounds.

Garda Hunt For Man After Woman Found Dead In UK Hotel

Irish police issue urgent appeal for a 26-year-old man wanted for questioning after the body of a woman was discovered at a luxury hotel in Sussex. The Gardaí are working closely with UK authorities in a fast-moving investigation.

McGregor Drops Presidential Bid, Vows to Promote Ireland in US

MMA superstar Conor McGregor has officially withdrawn from the Irish presidential race. The former UFC champion announced his decision during a New York date night with his fiancée, Dee Devlin, vowing to promote Irish interests from the US instead.

McGregor Refuses EU Passport in Patriotic Stand

MMA superstar Conor McGregor sparks controversy by declaring he would refuse an EU passport, championing Irish sovereignty and stirring a major debate on national identity post-Brexit.

How Ireland's Tiny Navy Fuels UK's Cocaine Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how South American cartels exploit Ireland's minimal naval presence, with just eight ships, to flood Britain with cocaine via a new 'Atlantic Route'.

Laura Whitmore's Dark True Crime Passion Revealed

Former 'Love Island' host Laura Whitmore reveals her deep fascination with true crime, detailing the chilling cases that keep her up at night and her journey into podcasting with 'Pieces of a Woman'.

Cillian Murphy outstanding in ferocious reform school drama

Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy gives a career-defining performance in 'Steve', a harrowing drama exposing Ireland's brutal reform school system. Director Alan Gilsenan's powerful film is a searing indictment of institutional abuse.

US 'Queen' Jailed for £130k Northern Ireland Theft Scam

American fraudster Marianne Smyth, who masqueraded as an Irish royalty heiress, has been found guilty of stealing over £130,000 from victims in Northern Ireland before fleeing to the US. The Belfast Crown Court delivers justice in a shocking cross-Atlanti

CMAT Interview: Irish Singer's Creative Journey Revealed

Dive into an exclusive interview with rising Irish music sensation CMAT as she discusses her songwriting journey, creative influences, and the stories behind her acclaimed work in this captivating Guardian podcast episode.

Home Secretary orders NCA crackdown on crime gang assets

In a bold move, Home Secretary Chris Philp orders the National Crime Agency to intensify its pursuit of Britain's most dangerous organised crime syndicates, prioritising the seizure of their assets and dismantling their networks.

New Crime Family Emerges as Kinahan Cartel Empire Crumbles

EXCLUSIVE: The notorious Kinahan Cartel is facing an unprecedented threat as its empire fractures. Intelligence sources warn a new, even more violent criminal organisation is rising from the shadows, sparking fears of a bloody turf war on the streets of B

Sally Rooney voted UK's 'Irish Madonna' in Ipsos poll

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.

Kneecap: Israeli intel 'had London gigs cancelled'

Irish-language rap trio Kneecap alleges a covert campaign, linked to Israeli intelligence, pressured London venues to cancel their shows, raising serious questions about free speech and foreign interference in the UK.

Irish Man Found Dead in Portugal After Vanishing on Holiday

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.

Gangsters' Dirty Cash Funds War on Organised Crime

In a stunning legal twist, the UK's National Crime Agency is using the ill-gotten gains of drug lords and gangsters to finance a relentless assault on the very heart of organised crime. Discover how dirty money is being turned into the ultimate weapon aga

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