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USB device found taped to friend’s bedroom window on day Evan Fitzgerald shot up Carlow shopping centre
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Eleven people killed and 47 injured in stampede outside cricket stadium in India
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Monica Hesse: Good riddance to Elon Musk, who attacked what he hated but did not understand
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Restaurant review: The decor is looking dated but the food is anything but tired – it’s fresh, lively and ambitious
03:30
Gardaí on alert as ‘extremely violent’ criminal Brendan Cummins is freed from prison
03:30
Ireland has two-and-a-half times more millionaires than at peak of Celtic Tiger
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Crime
Gardaí on alert as ‘extremely violent’ criminal Brendan Cummins is freed from prison
Irish News
Housing a family in emergency accommodation costs up to €180,000 each a year
Irish News
Former death row prisoner Sunny Jacobs may have been woken by blaze before she died of smoke inhalation
Irish News
Roscommon truck crash: ‘Miraculous nobody was killed’ as couple left deeply shocked
International Soccer
Daniel McDonnell: Reputations can be forged in friendly fire even if Heimir Hallgrimsson has a clear pecking order
Courts
‘No sentence is enough for the monster who took Tina,’ say family after killer husband Richard Satchwell gets life for murder
Politics
Fears delayed surgeries could mean some boys face infertility or cancer in later life
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Riverdance: The dance phenomenon that sparked a global tour, cast romances and 131 babies
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The Irish Independent’s View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government’s credibility
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Courts
Most CervicalCheck samples still sent to US, as mother of two says ‘hardest thing’ was telling her family she had cancer
Health & Wellbeing
Katie Piper: ‘Turning 40 kind of has shame attached to it. For me, 40 represents surviving, still being here, still being alive’
Irish News
Richard Satchwell had a few things to say before he was sentenced to life and wanted his barrister to let everyone know
Britain
Food deliveries paused in Gaza after dozens of Palestinians killed in shootings near distribution sites
Rugby
Cian Tracey: The future starts now as Craig Casey leads fresh Irish squad into battle
Analysis
Monica Hesse: Good riddance to Elon Musk, who attacked what he hated but did not understand
Life
Chrissie Russell: Is it wrong to bribe your kids with cash and gifts to get better grades? Sure, but I probably will anyway
Courts
Trial for couple accused of child neglect after boy (6) found asleep on floor by gardaí
Irish News
Deal reached for 800 homes at Leopardstown Racecourse – after Taoiseach Micheál Martin hauls in sides to sort it out
Irish News
Almost one in four Irish earners is paying no income tax, says Revenue
Life
Cancelling s after the death of a loved one: ‘It’s really hard… big companies should have bereavement teams’
World News
New theory disputes ‘Big Bang’ caused the creation of universe and proposes black hole collapse
Irish Business
Ireland has two-and-a-half times more millionaires than at peak of Celtic Tiger
Technology
‘We blocked five billion ads last year’ – Google VP for safety Karen Courington on the war against online scammers
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Who was Sunny Jacobs? The death row survivor who died in Galway house fire
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The force is strong with this one: Chloe tries lightsaber duelling
Irish News Video
Taoiseach says shooting incident in Carlow 'could have been' a lot worse and a bail law review is underway
United Rugby Championship
Jacques Nienaber says Sharks’ penalty shootout antics are 'normal'
United Rugby Championship
James Ryan speaking ahead of Leinster v Glasgow Warriors
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Stay Well: My hair is thinning. Will biotin supplements and shampoos help?
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Judge who oversaw Carlow shooter Evan Fitzgerald’s release on bail says he wants to ‘set the record straight’
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Man injured after truck he was driving crashes into house in Co Roscommon
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Parenting
‘Fair City’ star Gerard Jordan on being a dad to eight kids – ‘I put them first before anything I do’
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International Soccer
‘I am human and I’m going to carry on with my life’ – Adam Idah shrugs off leaked video row to focus on Ireland’s World Cup dream
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Cyclist (60s) dies following crash with van in Co Cork
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Sophie White: The Four Seasons may be bucking the trend, but it’s hard not to be sucked into the vortex of anti-ageing
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Cork and Limerick: Rivals, relatives and the bonds that unite these best of enemies
Life
Father’s Day 2025: Creative gift ideas for dads who are hard to buy for
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The Labubu craze: What are the little monsters, why are they causing fights and should I have one hanging from my handbag?
Body
Beauty fix: After years of fake-tan fails, how can I get it right this summer – and why will a wooden spoon help?
Television
Today’s top TV and streaming choices: The British Soap Awards, Spartacus and Power Moves with Shaquille O’Neal
Leaving Cert 2025
Leaving Cert hacks: How students can maximise their brain power for their exams
‘The probability of running in an election is high’ – from careers in politics to social media, five Leaving Cert students share hopes for future
‘Be stubborn with your ambition, but flexible about how you get there’ – Irish celebrities on their Leaving Cert experience
Leaving Cert diary: ‘I’m aiming for over 500 points – I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous’
‘I’m getting paid to actually study’ – meet the TikTokers who earn cash for Leaving Cert videos
From chaos to calm: Eleven ways to help your teen navigate exam season
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Palestinian paramedic who survived Israeli attack that killed 15 says soldiers shot colleagues calling for help
North America
‘Disgusting abomination’: Donald Trump ‘furious’ Elon Musk turned on his Big Beautiful Bill
Europe
First European-built rover ‘Tenacious’ to land on the moon today
Europe
Russian armed forces advance deeper into Ukraine’s Sumy region
Europe
Vladimir Putin tells Donald Trump ‘very strongly’ that he will respond to Ukraine’s drone attack
Europe
Police use X-ray machines and digger to search scrubland and abandoned buildings 6km from where Madeleine McCann went missing
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Intermittent fasting for three months can help with sustainable weight loss, new study finds
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Frank Coughlan: Is wine killing us, or does it constitute one of our five a day? I know what I prefer to believe
Analysis
Monica Hesse: Good riddance to Elon Musk, who attacked what he hated but did not understand
Comment
Sophie White: The Four Seasons may be bucking the trend, but it’s hard not to be sucked into the vortex of anti-ageing
Editorial
The Irish Independent’s View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government’s credibility
Letters
Letters: No matter the provocation from Hamas, the response from Israel is inhumane
Comment
Mary Kenny: By-election breakthrough would be a huge step on Nigel Farage’s ascension to Downing Street
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Perimenopause, HRT and me: ‘Men think their partners are lunatics... It’s rage and sadness wrapped into one wrecking ball’
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Eurovision legend Phil Coulter: ‘There are no more than a couple of U2 songs that could be considered standards’
Irish News
Molly Martens would whisper ‘Daddy killed Mommy with a pillow’ into the kids’ ears as she waged a psychological war against my brother Jason
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Pat Spillane: I see four counties leading the race for Sam – but it is hard to pick the favourites
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International Soccer
Daniel McDonnell: Reputations can be forged in friendly fire even if Heimir Hallgrimsson has a clear pecking order
Rugby
Cian Tracey: The future starts now as Craig Casey leads fresh Irish squad into battle
Hurling
Cork and Limerick: Rivals, relatives and the bonds that unite these best of enemies
United Rugby Championship
Ryan Baird on his stop-start season: ‘I just kept my head down, kept pounding the rock’
Soccer
Miguel Delaney: Fifa should take note of Disney’s worrying dive before the World Cup loses its sense of magic
Hurling
‘If you’re marking top forwards , you’re not going to hold them scoreless’ – Mark Coleman rolling with punches alongside Cork class of 2015
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New research looks at restricted grazing on dairy farms to boost water quality
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Ulster Farmers Union ‘not ruling out legal action’ over proposed Nutrients Action Programme
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Farmers in EU raise alarm over Mercosur, Ukraine trade deals
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Our red clover has been hit and miss – but when it works, it’s great
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Four on the market: homes with space for animals
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‘I have invested my life and soul into this for nine years’, says owner as Clockwork Door closes
Education
‘Roughly what I expected’ – Leaving Cert students react after first day of exams
Irish News
‘Significant’ delays on Dart services after car strikes bridge in Dublin city
Courts
Tourist eats biometric data page of port after assaulting Dublin Airport official, court hears
Health
Why are children’s hospitals under scrutiny and will all of these audits make any difference?
Irish News
Shoebox Appeal charity launches new ‘tea party’ drive
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Funeral details for young Clare woman who died during Edinburgh Half Marathon announced
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Milestone reached in €10m Tipperary water upgrade programme
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Clare mental health facility found to have two key areas of non-compliance
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Offaly bog see pair of common cranes make themselves at home seventh year in a row
Courts
Wexford husband and wife caught with synthetic cocaine worth €99,000 escape jail sentence
North & West Kerry
Kerry farmer and athlete ‘won’t let bad people win’ after thieves strike his property
News
Man (42) charged with 36 counts of pandemic fraud appears in Sligo District Court
Tralee
Anger as Kerry seasiders may be asked to ‘spend a penny’ to use €1.3 million toilet facility
Bray
Quaint cottage in Wicklow village is transformed into a high-end wine store
North & West Kerry
‘She was a ray of sunshine’ – Kerry based uncle of tragic Cork City half-marathon runner pays tribute
Podcasts
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The Indo Daily: Extra: ‘A monster’ – Richard Satchwell sentenced to life in prison as Tina’s family speak in court
Indo Sport podcast: The Football Show | Heimir’s last test drive until World Cup run | Ireland are stagnant - can Carla Ward adapt?
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The Indo Daily: Gerry Adams – what €100K defamation win against the BBC means for his legacy, Sinn Féin and Irish media
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Riverdance: The dance phenomenon that sparked a global tour, cast romances and 131 babies
Health & Wellbeing
Katie Piper: ‘Turning 40 kind of has shame attached to it. For me, 40 represents surviving, still being here, still being alive’
Music
‘I don’t know if I’ll be able to sing again’ – A-ha singer Morten Harket diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease
TV Reviews
‘St. Denis Medical’ review: You might find it fresh and funny if you’ve spent 25 years without watching any television
Television
Today’s top TV and streaming choices: The British Soap Awards, Spartacus and Power Moves with Shaquille O’Neal
Book Reviews
Elaine Feeney delivers a moving meditation on enforced female roles in Irish society past and present
Style
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Style Talk
The Labubu craze: What are the little monsters, why are they causing fights and should I have one hanging from my handbag?
Body
Beauty fix: After years of fake-tan fails, how can I get it right this summer – and why will a wooden spoon help?
Beauty
Louise McSharry: Heading to the sun? Here are the six holiday makeup bag essentials I always pack
Celebrity
Matilda the Musical star Alisha Weir: Saoirse Ronan is my inspiration – how she grew up in the industry is something I ire so much
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Tulisa to recount drugs trial in new memoir detailing her career highs and lows
Sex & Relationships
Dear Mary: My husband has a low sex drive and it’s making me feel undesirable and frustrated. What can we do?
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Health & Wellbeing
Katie Piper: ‘Turning 40 kind of has shame attached to it. For me, 40 represents surviving, still being here, still being alive’
Health Features
Stay Well: My hair is thinning. Will biotin supplements and shampoos help?
Parenting
Bill Linnane: Maybe I’m a pushover, but I let my son skip school when he doesn’t feel up to it
Food Reviews
Restaurant review: The decor is looking dated but the food is anything but tired – it’s fresh, lively and ambitious
Life
Cancelling s after the death of a loved one: ‘It’s really hard… big companies should have bereavement teams’
Life
Father’s Day 2025: Creative gift ideas for dads who are hard to buy for
Travel
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Ireland
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Ireland
‘Ireland’s magical power’ – a US travel planner lists three things Irish tourism does well, and two it could improve
Irish Business
Ryanair announces three new routes from Shannon Airport plus additional $100m investment in aircraft
Ireland
20 Irish walks in 10,000 steps or under – from coastal stunners to buggy-friendly trails
Walks
‘No judgement, just good vibes’ – I ed an all-female hike on Patagonia’s famous W Trek
Travel
Roslyn Dee: ‘I realised the priest was declaring from the altar that dogs were not permitted. Mortified, I scuttled out a side door’
Travel News
Secret network of spy tunnels to open as London’s newest tourist attraction
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Courts
USB device found taped to friend’s bedroom window on day Evan Fitzgerald shot up Carlow shopping centre
03:30
Irish News
Almost one in four Irish earners is paying no income tax, says Revenue
03:30
Courts
Driver who rear-ended couple's car and shouted aggressively at them banned from road
03:30
Irish News
Former death row prisoner Sunny Jacobs may have been woken by blaze before she died of smoke inhalation
03:30
Politics
Aontú councillor ‘wasn’t advocating for violence’ at meeting about possible Ipas centres in Meath
03:30
Courts
Most CervicalCheck samples still sent to US, as mother of two says ‘hardest thing’ was telling her family she had cancer
03:30
Irish News
Deal reached for 800 homes at Leopardstown Racecourse – after Taoiseach Micheál Martin hauls in sides to sort it out
03:30
Irish News
Breaking
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Cyclist (60s) dies following crash with van in Co Cork
22:08
Courts
Tourist eats biometric data page of port after assaulting Dublin Airport official, court hears
19:59
Irish News
‘Significant’ delays on Dart services after car strikes bridge in Dublin city
19:37
Irish News
Two crew of MV Matthew were ‘completely expendable’ court hears
19:34
Irish News
Explainer: How failings in nursing home care are still being revealed 20 years after RTÉ documentary triggered public outcry
19:33
Courts
Billionaire John Magnier’s son-in-law denies ‘low balling’ vendor in bid for estate, High Court hears
19:08
Education
‘Roughly what I expected’ – Leaving Cert students react after first day of exams
18:50
Courts
Judge who oversaw Carlow shooter Evan Fitzgerald’s release on bail says he wants to ‘set the record straight’
18:24
Analysis
Tom Watling: Appeasement fears over US for Vladimir Putin’s Nato veto demands
03:30
Editorial
The Irish Independent’s View: The tide has shifted on this medieval war in Gaza – it has to stop now
03:30
Comment
Ian O’Doherty: Our leaders are caught between America and the EU when it comes to free speech – and we know which way they will lean
03:30
Comment
Saoirse Hanley: After years of striving to be different, I’ve realised I’m ‘just like other girls’ – and I’m proud of that
03:30
Crime
Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh: Voyeurs attending high-profile murder trials are in danger of forgetting victims like Tina Satchwell
03:30
Comment
Mary McCarthy: My family will soon have a new dog – but are we really just taking on a surrogate child?
03:30
Letters
Letters: Ireland should make most of its intellectual capital and stop driving talent abroad
03:30
Comment
Paul Williams: Unacceptable tax issue affecting top ranks of An Garda Síochána could lead to ‘mass exodus’
03:30
Comment
David W Higgins: If Ireland can remove all involvement with Israel, why wouldn’t Israel do the same to us?
03:30
Comment
Katie Rosseinsky: Are you a digital hoarder like me? Why the ‘screenshot’ folder is a real eye-opener for the self
03:30
Comment
The Irish Independent’s View: Pupils, your work is done – now it’s about trust in your ability
03:30
Comment
Chrissie Russell: Think the risk of spotting your ex on the red carpet is bad? I was in full mum-mode at the pool when I saw mine
03:30
Comment
Ksenia Samotiy: Rebel leader or sexual fantasy in a gold bikini? What Star Wars tells us about women being sidelined in their own story
03:30
Comment
Max Boot: Ukraine rewrites rules of war with ‘Pearl Harbour’ raid
10:04
Comment
Barry Cowen: Claim we must choose between data centres and housing is a distraction from the real challenge
03:30
In The Workplace
This Working Life: ‘I never planned to move to Ireland – now I have a thriving business here’
03:30
Business
‘It’s absolutely the best time to highlight the benefits of emigration to the US – Trump says he is all for legal immigration’
03:30
Commercial Property
Ballylusk quarry and properties provide turn-key business opportunity
03:30
Business
Markets hover near all-time high despite latest tariffs drama
03:30
Technology
‘We blocked five billion ads last year’ – Google VP for safety Karen Courington on the war against online scammers
03:30
Technology
Manna deal with Deliveroo opens door to a million food drone deliveries every day, says founder Bobby Healy
03:30
Irish Business
Operator of Dublin Fields movie studios wins €276,000 planning levy battle
03:30
Irish Business
Ryanair announces three new routes from Shannon Airport plus additional $100m investment in aircraft
14:34
Technology
Scam texts to be labelled from next month and blocked from October in regulator crackdown
13:19
Britain
Thames Water crisis deepens as preferred bidder KKR pulls out of rescue deal
03:30
Business
Losing bidder for €75m retrofit contract seeks access to rival’s pricing
03:30
Money
Ask a money coach: ‘I’m in love with my partner, but he gambles a lot. Should I be worried about our future together?’
03:30
Irish Business
Losses deepen at FD Technologies ahead of sale
03:30
Irish News
Wind-energy delays knock Ireland out of the $4.7tn market to supply sustainable jet fuel
03:30
World Business
Cartier website hacked and some client data stolen, customers warned
03:30
Rugby
Cian Tracey: The future starts now as Craig Casey leads fresh Irish squad into battle
03:30
International Soccer
Cristiano Ronaldo overcomes scuffle with pitch invader to fire Portugal past and into Nations League final
23:30
Premier League
Dave Brailsford set for reduced role at Manchester United after Jim Ratcliffe’s planned reshuffle
22:50
Premier League
Liam Delap completes £30m move from Ipswich to Chelsea
22:25
International Soccer
‘I feel like I’ve thrown everything out there’ – Emily Murphy one of four Irish players to share €30k Sky bursary
22:18
Rugby
Cian Tracey: Who are the biggest winners and losers from Paul O’Connell’s Ireland squad?
20:30
Gaelic Football
‘It was a daunting task coming out’ – Armagh All-Ireland winner Mark Shields addresses GPA Pride event
20:15
GAA
Ulster GAA says ‘time for delivery’ on Casement Park after meeting MPs in Westminster
20:06
Gaelic Football
Lee Costello: How one major difference has taken Armagh from All-Ireland contenders to title favourites
19:30
Horse Racing
Aidan O’Brien ‘delighted’ after serving an ace with Flushing Meadows at the Curragh
19:13
Golf
Rory McIlroy its he was ‘pissed off’ after his name was leaked in PGA driver controversy
18:58
Soccer
Jack Grealish to be left out of Man City’s Club World Cup squad as Etihad exit beckons
18:10
Premier League
Man United set sights on Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo after £62.5m move for Matheus Cunha agreed with Wolves
17:51
Women's Sport
‘I need to get myself well’ – ‘Queen of the Palace’ Fallon Sherrock to take a year out of darts
17:44
Indo Sport Podcast
Indo Sport podcast: The Football Show | Heimir’s last test drive until World Cup run | Ireland are stagnant - can Carla Ward adapt?
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