25-year-old woman has been charged following the interception of an explosive device found in a car in Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan
A 25-year-old woman has been charged following the interception of an explosive device found in a car in Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan, on Wednesday.
Isobella Perrie Sullivan, a law student from Abbeylands Park in Clane, Co Kildare, appeared before a special sitting of Trim District Court this evening, where she was charged with possession of explosives.
Fire services in County Tipperary are continuing to battle wildfires on Slievenamon for a sixth consecutive day
Fire services in County Tipperary are continuing to battle wildfires on Slievenamon for a sixth consecutive day, while Wicklow County Council has confirmed that the main fire in Glencree has been extinguished, though some areas are still smouldering.
Tipperary Fire and Rescue Service described the previous evening as particularly challenging, with multiple flare-ups occurring in areas that had already been brought under control.
Tour Bus Destroyed in Major Fire in Co Kerry as Passengers Escape Unharmed
The incident occurred at approximately 11.30am in the village of Castlemaine, where the Paddywagon Tours coach became engulfed in flames.
Fire crews from Killorglin, Castleisland and Tralee responded to the scene alongside Gardaí.
Former Irish Defence Forces soldier Cathal Crotty has been released from Castlerea Prison
Former Irish Defence Forces soldier Cathal Crotty has been released from Castlerea Prison after serving a year and a half of a two-year sentence.
Crotty was granted early release due to standard remission and good behavior.
Report Clears Aughinish Alumina of Sanctions Breaches
The investigation was launched after reports suggested that alumina exported from the Limerick facility could be fuelling Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine.
Enterprise Minister Peter Burke confirmed that the review found no evidence corroborating allegations that the plant breached trade and export sanctions.
Edward Gallagher, a Priest from the North of Ireland, charged with 116 sex offences.
A 59-year-old priest, Edward Gallagher, has been sent for trial at Derry Crown Court charged with 116 alleged sexual offences.
Gallagher, whose address was given as Maghaberry Prison, appeared at a preliminary enquiry at Derry Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.
Cork Solicitor Warns of Spiking Epidemic After Friend's Daughter Collapses in City Pub
CORK - A well-known Cork solicitor has issued an urgent warning about drink spiking in the city after his friend's daughter collapsed during a night out. He revealed at least four other similar cases have occurred recently.
Patrick Horan, speaking on RTÉ Radio One's Today with David McCullagh, described the incident involving a young woman at a "very respectable" Cork city pub on the night of 4-5 July 2026.
The sentencing of Graham Carey has been adjourned after he requested legal representation.
Following a sentence hearing to hear pleas in mitigation, Carey informed Judge Patricia Ryan at the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court that he now wishes to instruct a solicitor.
Carey provided the court with the name of a Limerick-based solicitor and requested time to consult with him in person.
Two Arrests after Gardaí intercept Bomb in Car
An "extremely significant" and highly sophisticated explosive device has been intercepted by gardaí near the border during an anti-dissident republican operation.
Members of the Garda Special Detective Unit stopped a vehicle on the N2, just south of Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, on Wednesday afternoon.
Three people hospitalised after shooting in Ennis, County Clare.
An investigation is underway after a shooting incident at a residential property in Ennis, County Clare, left three people hospitalised.
Gardaí have cordoned off the scene in Dún Na Hinse to allow for a full forensic and technical examination.
Protest, Anger and the Limits of Political Expression - Graham Carey
The prosecution of truck driver Graham Carey has once again reignited debate around immigration, free speech and political activism in Ireland.
While the courts will determine the legal consequences of his actions, the wider political issues that have fuelled public frustration cannot simply be dismissed.
Three Burke Family Members Banned from Court Over "Extraordinary" Disruptions
Three members of Enoch Burke's family have been banned from attending court hearings relating to the former schoolteacher's litigation after a High Court judge described their conduct as an "affront to the administration of justice."
Judge Brian Cregan made an order excluding Martina Burke (mother) and siblings Isaac and Ammi Burke from all hearings involving Enoch Burke's dispute with Wilson's Hospital School and related litigation.
Immigration and the Healthcare System
75% of HIV cases in Ireland are reported to be among migrants who arrived with the infection. While the rate of transmission within the resident Irish population has been declining, the prevalence of HIV within the migrant population has risen sharply since 2021.
At the same time, according to HSE data, almost 100% of asylum seekers receive a medical card, adding further pressure to what is arguably the most overstretched healthcare system in the history of the State.
Man in His 30s Killed After Being Hit by Van in Co Kilkenny - Road Death Toll Hits 101
FRESHFORD, CO KILKENNY - A man in his 30s has been killed after being struck by a van in Co Kilkenny, bringing the total number of road deaths this year to 101 - up from 95 at the same point in 2025.
The incident occurred on the R693 near Arigan Bridge, Cooleshal, Freshford, at approximately 9:30am on Wednesday, 23 July 2026.
Woman in Her 60s Dies After Being Pulled from Water at Wicklow Beach
BLAINROE, CO WICKLOW - A woman in her 60s has died after being recovered from the water at Blainroe Beach, south of Wicklow town.
Emergency services rushed to the scene on Tuesday afternoon, 21 July 2026. The woman was conveyed to hospital but was pronounced deceased on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.
Government Confirms €1.5bn Tax Cuts in Budget 2027 but Ministers Warned of "Choices and Trade-Offs"
The Government will have €1.5 billion for tax cuts in October's Budget, but ministers have been warned that new spending will involve "choices and trade-offs" as departments face belt-tightening.
With some of the €5.9bn already accounted for, and no public sector pay deal yet - which could cost another €1 billion - Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers told ministers they will have to find savings to fund new programmes.
Woman Arrested Under Counter-Terrorism Legislation After Major Security Alert on N2 in Monaghan
MONAGHAN - A woman in her 20s is being held under counter-terrorism legislation following a major security alert on the main N2 between Ardee and Carrickmacross on Wednesday afternoon.
The N2 was closed for several hours yesterday evening while the EOD team rendered the scene safe. The road has since reopened.
Massive Wildfire Rages on Slievenamon for Fourth Day
SLIEVENAMON, CO TIPPERARY / CORK - A thin haze of smoke is visible over Cork this morning as crews battle a massive wildfire engulfing Slievenamon mountain, nearly 100km away. Winds have sent thick grey plumes south, with smoke detectable from space on satellite imagery stretching from the mountain down to the East Cork/West Waterford area.
The wildfire has been raging since Monday, 20 July 2026, and a massive multi-agency response is underway.
Stolen Car Smashes Through Stone Wall During Garda Pursuit in Cobh
COBH, CO CORK - A stolen vehicle was driven through a stone wall during a Garda pursuit in Cobh in the early hours of Tuesday morning, causing serious damage and sparking calls for more Gardaí in the town.
The crash occurred on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, on the edge of the Cluain Ard housing estate. The vehicle swerved before losing control and crashing straight through a wall.
Naked Man allegedly Spotted Touching Himself While Watching Families Through Binoculars at Mayo Beach
PONTOON, CO MAYO - A naked man in his late 60s was observed watching families through binoculars while touching himself at a popular bathing spot in Mayo during last week's heatwave, according to a complaint received by gardaí.
The incident occurred just outside the lakeside village of Pontoon on Tuesday, 14 July 2026, near a beach popular with locals and visitors.