Man in His 80s Dies After Getting into Difficulty in Stormy Water Off Dublin Coast
A man in his 80s has died after getting into difficulty in stormy waters off the south Dublin coast. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at the Great South Wall in Poolbeg on Saturday afternoon, where the man was recovered from rough sea conditions and pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí have notified the Coroner, and a post-mortem examination is to take place as authorities again urge the public to avoid coastal areas during severe weather.
Global Markets Plunge as Geopolitical Tensions and Trade Fears Rattle Investors
Global financial markets plunged today as investors reacted to escalating geopolitical tensions and renewed trade uncertainty, triggering one of the sharpest sell-offs in recent months. Major indices across the United States, Europe and Asia recorded heavy losses, while money flowed rapidly into safe-haven assets such as gold. Analysts warn the volatility reflects shaken confidence, with political instability now exerting immediate pressure on global economic stability.
Aaron Joyce, Newswire, L.T.T Media; January 21, 2026