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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.

Soldier spent £11k on gambling before death, inquest hears

An inquest hears how a young British soldier, Private Connor Morrison, lost thousands to online betting firms in the months before he was found dead at his barracks in Kent, raising serious questions about gambling safeguards for military personnel.

US Army AI Spies on Soldiers' Phones to Predict Attacks

A leaked US Army briefing details a controversial AI programme that analyses soldiers' personal data, including phone usage and financial records, to forecast enemy threats, raising major privacy concerns.

UN Peacekeeper Killed in Lebanon-Israel Border Clash

A United Nations peacekeeper from Ireland has been killed in a confrontation along the volatile Lebanon-Israel border, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. The incident has drawn international condemnation and calls for restraint.

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.

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.

Heroic Rescue: Israeli Soldier Dragged From Burning Tank

Exclusive footage reveals the heart-stopping moment an Israeli soldier, engulfed in flames, is dragged to safety from a burning Merkava tank after a Hamas anti-tank missile strike. A story of immense bravery and survival.

95-year-old North Korean defector pleads to return home

A 95-year-old former North Korean soldier, who defected to South Korea decades ago, has made a desperate plea to be sent back to the North, citing a lifetime of loneliness and a yearning to see his homeland one last time.

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.

NZ soldier guilty of attempted espionage

A New Zealand soldier has been found guilty of attempting to spy for a foreign government, marking a rare case of espionage within the country's military ranks.

Ireland's Greatest Footballers Ranked

From Roy Keane to Robbie Keane, we rank the finest footballers to have represented the Republic of Ireland, celebrating their skill, passion, and unforgettable moments.

Soldier shoots at Fort Stewart military base

A US Army soldier has been arrested after allegedly shooting at fellow service members at Fort Stewart military base in Georgia. The incident has raised concerns over security protocols.

Irish missionary kidnapped in Haiti orphanage

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.

Ex-soldier jailed for wife strangulation

A former soldier has been sentenced to prison after admitting to strangling his wife in a horrific domestic violence incident. The court heard chilling details of the attack.

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