Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
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.
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.
Exclusive: Soldier F, the former paratrooper facing charges over Bloody Sunday deaths, will not stand trial as new legislation ends historical prosecutions from Northern Ireland conflict era.
Ryan Naumenko, producer of popular 'Teacher's Pet' podcast, stands accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot in Melbourne's tobacco underworld. The shocking case reveals dark connections between media and organised crime.
Micheál Martin faces backlash after suggesting Gardaí could operate in Northern Ireland, raising concerns about British sovereignty and cross-border policing arrangements.
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious smoking ban legislation that would create the UK's first 'smoke-free generation' with groundbreaking restrictions on tobacco sales.
Brussels officials are exploring radical proposals to phase out cigarette sales across member states, potentially creating Europe's first smoke-free generation in decades.
Everything you need to know about watching Northern Ireland's crucial Women's Euro 2025 qualifier against Germany, including TV channel details, kick-off time and streaming options.
A remarkable collection of colourised historical photographs brings early 20th century Ireland to vivid life, from Dublin's bustling streets to rural village traditions.
Tobacco giant Imperial Brands faces shareholder backlash as it confirms plans to withdraw from the German market, triggering a significant stock price drop and raising questions about strategic direction.
World Health Organisation investigation reveals how tobacco firms exploit parliamentary rules for promotion, calling for immediate ban on smoking in Palace of Westminster.
Former Taoiseach Micheál Martin calls for enhanced diplomatic dialogue with Britain amid concerns over strained post-Brexit relations and Northern Ireland protocol tensions.
Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn announces legal action against the government's controversial Troubles legacy law, setting up a major human rights confrontation.
PSNI warns Northern Ireland schools about suspicious approaches following similar incidents in Galway and Mayo. Parents and staff urged to remain vigilant.
Amy from Northern Ireland embarks on emotional pilgrimage to Republic of Ireland hometown, bridging cross-border family connections in poignant personal story.
Dozens of Northern Irish pupils are being educated in the Republic of Ireland as Derry's school capacity crisis reaches breaking point, raising urgent questions about educational provision and cross-border cooperation.
The Speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly has been denied permission to address the Irish Parliament in Dublin, sparking a major diplomatic dispute and accusations of political interference from the UK government.
Northern Territory Attorney-General Chansey Paech confirms family connection to alleged hit-and-run driver as police investigation continues. Latest developments in Darwin case.
The UK government's controversial new deal with Ireland on the Troubles has been condemned as a betrayal of victims, rewriting history and granting effective amnesty to IRA terrorists.
A catastrophic data breach by the Police Service of Northern Ireland has revealed the identities of all 10,000 officers and staff, raising severe safety concerns and prompting an urgent investigation.
Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn delivers a scathing assessment of the UK's new Troubles legacy legislation, branding it a failure that betrays victims and risks legal chaos. Exclusive analysis.
The Irish government has taken the extraordinary diplomatic step of summoning the British ambassador to Dublin following inflammatory comments made by Northern Ireland Minister Steve Baker about the Republic's stance on Northern Ireland, escalating tensio
A controversial new UK law spearheaded by Secretary Hilary Benn grants Westminster unprecedented power to override devolved Northern Ireland policies, sparking a major constitutional clash with unionists and the DUP.
The Northern Territory faces a severe flooding crisis as ex-Tropical Cyclone Lincoln brings torrential rain, prompting mass evacuations and emergency declarations across the region.
A 31-year-old woman has been discovered deceased in the yard of a Northern Territory home following a suspected hit-and-run incident. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Northern Ireland's power-sharing government has been restored at Stormont following a landmark £3.3 billion financial package from Westminster, ending a two-year political stalemate.
A landmark global health report exposes the devastating toll of smoking, with 8 million deaths per year and a profound impact on both smokers and those exposed to second-hand smoke. Experts are calling for urgent government action.