Victims of violent crime in Ireland to receive compensation for pain and suffering
Victims of violent crime in Ireland will soon be able to claim compensation for pain and suffering, not just financial losses, under planned reforms to the State’s compensation scheme.
The revised scheme will allow awards for both material and non-material damage, including pain and suffering, in line with a 2004 EU directive.
Irish Consumer Sentiment Slips in July as Cost-of-Living Worries Persist
Irish consumer sentiment dipped slightly in July as cost-of-living worries persisted, according to the latest Credit Union Consumer Sentiment Survey.
The overall index fell to 61.6 from 62.2 in June, reflecting ongoing pressure from rising living costs and an uncertain economic outlook.
EU Fisheries Ministers Convene in Cork to Chart Sustainable Future for Sector
EU fisheries ministers are convening in Cork today for a two-day informal meeting held under Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
The plenary session, scheduled for tomorrow at Cork City Hall, will be chaired by Martin Heydon, Ireland's Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Law Student charged after bomb found in car in Co Monaghan can take up bail
A 25-year-old law student has been released on bail after satisfying all court conditions connected to a bomb discovery in a vehicle stopped near the Irish border.
Isobella Perrie Sullivan, from Clane, County Kildare, appeared at Trim District Court last Friday charged with possession of explosives.
Ireland’s Wildfire Laws Are 30 Years Out of Date, Ecologist Warns
An ecologist is warning that Ireland’s laws on deliberately lit fires are three decades out of date and that current penalties are far too weak to act as a deterrent.
Speaking on RTÉ Radio’s Morning Ireland, Padraic Fogarty said that even when someone is caught and prosecuted, fines often amount to only a few hundred euros “which really is not a deterrent.”
Victims of George Gibney Detail Lifelong Trauma in Court
George Gibney has been described in court by his victims as a manipulative, brazen, and cowardly predator who, they said, will forever be known as a convicted serial paedophile.
The former national swimming and Olympic coach, now 78, was found guilty three weeks ago of sexually abusing four girls in the 1970s and 1980s, along with one count of attempted rape. He was convicted on 39 counts of indecent assault.
Doctor Jailed for 10 Years Over Rape, Coercive Control and Assault of Wife
The court heard that the couple met in Sudan and married in 2010, later having three children. They moved to Ireland in 2017.
While the man worked in various regional hospitals, his wife was unable to work as a doctor in Ireland and remained at home to care for their children.
Violent Night Linked to Suspected UDA Activity in Newtownards, County Down
Police have condemned a series of violent incidents in County Down believed to be linked to the UDA.
Two families narrowly escaped injury after masked men targeted homes and vehicles in Newtownards on Sunday night. A bus was also set on fire in the town. Police say the three incidents are connected, while local sources have suggested the UDA was responsible.
Courts Service Testing AI Translation to Cut Costs and Reduce Delays
The Courts Service is exploring the use of an AI-powered translation system as a way to reduce costs and speed up court proceedings.
Currently, around €4 million is spent each year on translation and interpretation services.
Children Exploited by Drug Gangs as Prime Time Investigation Reveals Open Dealing in Dublin Streets
Over several weeks, undercover filming by Prime Time recorded minors openly selling drugs in multiple areas of Dublin, including near O’Connell Bridge.
On weekday afternoons, groups of teenagers were seen travelling around the city on e-scooters before gathering in inner-city locations, where they dealt drugs in plain view.
Rediscovered Galway Tomb Reveals Second Tomb, Shedding Light on Early Irish Farming Communities
The rediscovery of a prehistoric tomb in Maree, Co Galway, has led to the unexpected discovery of a second tomb nearby, offering new insights into the complexity of Ireland’s earliest farming communities.
Archaeologists from the University of Galway believe this is the only known site in Ireland where two different types of megalithic tombs exist side by side - one likely used for rituals and the other for burials. Dating back nearly 6,000 years to the early Neolithic period, the site sheds light on the transition to farming and settled life in Ireland.
Investigation Launched After Man’s Body Found at Dublin Recycling Centre
An investigation is ongoing following the discovery of a man’s body at a recycling centre in Clondalkin, Dublin, on Friday evening.
The man has been identified by Gardaí as 35-year-old Andrew Haire, who was known to use welfare and homeless services in both Dublin and Cork city centres. His body was found at the facility shortly after 9pm.
Former FAI Coach Released After Arrest in Historical Abuse Investigation
Former FAI coach Eamonn Collins, who was arrested as part of an investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse connected to the Ladies Football Association of Ireland dating back three decades, has been released from detention.
He was taken into custody in Dublin yesterday morning by officers from the Garda National Protective Services Bureau.
Gardai seized nearly €8 million worth of cannabis at Dublin Port yesterday
Gardaí and Revenue Customs Service officers have seized approximately 392 kilograms of herbal cannabis worth €7.84 million at Dublin Port.
The massive joint interception took place on Saturday, 25 July 2026.
Man charged in connection with explosive found in car in Co Monaghan
A 44-year-old man has been charged following a Garda investigation in which an explosive device was discovered in a car in County Monaghan.
Simon O'Donovan, of Sperrin Road, Dublin 12, appeared before the Special Criminal Court on Saturday evening.
Man arrested and another man in hospital after stabbing in Belfast city centre
A man has been taken to hospital after sustaining stab wounds to his leg and torso during an incident in Belfast city centre.
The attack is believed to have occurred following an altercation involving several individuals in the Bank Square area on Saturday evening.
Man in his late teens dies in crash in County Tipperary
A man in his late teens has died following a crash in Co Tipperary.
The incident occurred on the L4101 at Lanespark, Ballynonty, near Thurles, at approximately 3:45am.
E-Scooter user dies in crash in County Meath
An e-scooter user has died following a collision with a car in the early hours of the morning in Co Meath.
The incident occurred at approximately 1.45am on the Kentstown Road in Navan.
Man charged after collision in Co Tyrone seriously injures child and man
A 26-year-old man has been charged following a collision in County Tyrone that left an eight-year-old girl and a man seriously injured.
The incident occurred on the Edergole Road in Omagh shortly before 7:05pm yesterday and involved a Peugeot Partner van and a quad bike.
Irish Writers to Share Millions from €1.31bn Anthropic Copyright Settlement
Hundreds of Irish writers are set to receive a share of millions of euro following a €1.31 billion settlement in a major copyright case involving artificial intelligence company Anthropic.
According to the Irish Writers Union, the agreement marks the first successful legal action against a tech company over how large language models are trained.