Most popular Irish boy and girl baby names for 2024 revealed
Jack and Sophie are the most popular boys’ and girls’ names, while the names Caleb and Rhea are becoming increasingly popular with parents, new data from t...
Irish Independent and regional titles hiring 17 journalists under new scheme to boost local news
Mediahuis Ireland has launched a new recruitment drive to expand our local news coverage in the Irish Independent and across our regional publications.
Taoiseach receives official White House invite for St Patrick’s Day
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has been invited for a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House to mark St Patrick’s Day.
Fix it up: €65k cottage in sleepy Leitrim village awaits owner who will bring it to life
Killargue Village, Dromahair, Co Leitrim, F91 EA00
Explainer: The Dáil speaking row is back and opposition is furious, but what is it all about?
The Dáil speaking-time row hasn’t gone away. Following a vote of the Dáil Reform Committee that saw the Government’s proposals accepted, furious opposition...
Some GP surgery nurses ‘yet to receive pay rise’
Leading nurses have called for reform to the way nurses in GP surgeries are paid.
Apple launches stricter age system for kids downloading social media apps on iPhones and iPads
Apple is introducing a stricter new age system to help crack down on kids accessing social media and other inappropriate apps.
64% jump in pension credit applications being awarded
One commentator said the figures show many older people were concerned about not having enough money to get through the winter.
Michael Flatley honoured for ‘immense contribution to Irish tourism and culture’
Former professional performer and choreographer Michael Flatley, has been honoured with the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) President’s Award 2025.
Rapper arrested over brawl in which Quham Babatunde was stabbed to death to appear in court
A man arrested as part of the investigation into the murder of Quham Babatunde in Dublin city centre has been charged and will appear in court on Thursday ...
‘Having beers with some Zulus’ – lesser-spotted Leo Varadkar now roughing it in caves amid RTÉ survival show rumours
Ever wondered what happened to Leo Varadkar since he stepped down as taoiseach? Well, it seems he is roughing it by sleeping in caves – but also finding t...
Leading academics urge Taoiseach Micheál Martin to take step back from ‘dirty’ LNG
Twelve senior climate and energy academics have written to Taoiseach Micheál Martin urging him to rethink any plans to allow liquefied natural gas (LNG) in...