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Jail for man who falsely imprisoned ex-wife
A MAN was jailed for three years with the final 12 months suspended after he falsely imprisoned his ex-wife in what was a terrifying...
Ireland Manufacturing Growth Strongest In 4 Years
Ireland's manufacturing activity grew at the strongest pace in four years in May, survey results published by S&P Global showed Tuesday. The AIB manufacturing ...
What the papers say: Tuesday's front pages
A look at what stories are making the front pages of Tuesday's papers.
Ireland secure narrow, 1-run victory over West Indies via DLS
A captain's knock backed by some decent bowling pushed Ireland to a narrow 1-run win by virtue of the Duckworth/Lewis/Stern (DLS) method following yesterday's r...
1,848 O'Sullivans gathered in Ireland to set Guinness World Record, defeating the Gallaghers
Almost 2,000 people with the last names O'Sullivan and Sullivan travelled from around Ireland and the world to meet in County Cork on Saturday, in the largest e...
LIMERICK IN PHOTOS: Young voices sing out
THE 2026 Limerick Sings International Choral Festival Young Voices concert took place at the University Concert Hall.
The Joyce Clan: its meaning, Irish derivation and the places in Ireland it can be found
Everything you need to know about the Irish family name Joyce: its meaning, origins, interesting facts and famous people with the last name Joyce.
Limerick carer named 2026 Regional Carer of the Year
A LIMERICK-based carer has been announced as a regional winner of the Comfort Keepers Carer of the Year Awards 2026.
Raising The Bar, It’s Cheers For Fathers Day
The new Father’s Day toast: Guinness 0.0, luxury Irish getaways, premium barware and the experience-led gifts modern dads really wanT
O'Sullivan clan gathering in Ireland breaks world record
CASTLETOWN BEARHAVEN, Ireland — Almost 2,000 people with the last names O'Sullivan and Sullivan traveled from around Ireland and the world to meet in County C...
Taoiseach has his say on Israel boycott – says Ireland doesn’t need to be ‘self-defeating’
The Taoiseach, Micheal Martin, has commented on the protest that took place on Thursday night during the Republic of Ireland’s 1-0 win over Qatar.
Limerick women fleeing domestic violence often return to protect pets from harm
WOMEN attempting to flee domestic violence will often return to their abuser to protect their beloved household pets suffering...
Northern Irish poets look elsewhere for inspiration
I HAVE often wondered why Northern Irish poets of the last fifty years have drawn so much from th...
Ireland's unique and amazing animals
Animals are well-loved in Ireland, especially those breeds that are only found in the Emerald Isle! From the Irish setter to the Galway sheep, Ireland is home t...
Gangster Politics
It’s unusual for a defeated candidate in an Irish parliamentary by-election to make headlines outside the country. But...
Ireland-Qatar Soccer Game Stopped Two Times After Fans Toss Tennis Balls On Pitch To Protest Israel
Between Ireland and Qatar, an international friendly soccer match in Dublin had to be halted on two occasions Thursday because of supporters protesting Israel.
Ireland-Qatar friendly stopped twice as fans throw tennis balls to protest Nations League games with Israel
Ireland's friendly match against Qatar was halted twice as fans threw tennis balls onto the pitch to protest scheduled Nations League fixtures against Israel.
Smith rips through Ireland with a 29-ball five-for as New Zealand tightens grip
Fast bowler Nathan Smith has taken five wickets in 29 deliveries and New Zealand has continued to stifle Ireland in their one-off test in Belfast
Niall Collins appointed to new MInistry
LIMERICK County TD Niall Collins appointed, as Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Irish Retail Sales Fall 0.5% In April
Ireland's retail sales decreased for the first time in thirteen months in April. The volume of retail sales dropped a seasonally adjusted 0.5 percent year-on-ye...
Aer Lingus recreates first ever flight from Ireland to England
AER LINGUS has recreated its first ever flight to mark 90 years since the foundation of the Irish...
Gharibabadi: Ireland's Decision to Ban Imports from Israeli Settlements Is a Commendable Step
Kazem Gharibabadi, the Deputy for Legal and International Affairs of Iran's Foreign Minister, reacting to Ireland's decision to pass a law banning imports from ...