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No unified European army despite Russian threat, says Polish FM

European countries will not create united army, Poland's Sikorski says

WARSAW, Poland: European nations will not form a single, unified army despite growing security concerns over Russia, Polish Foreign...

Dublin pub sales soar to 69.6 million euros in 2024 boom

20 Dublin pubs sold during 2024 for 69.6 million euros

DUBLIN, Ireland: Dublin's pub market saw a surge in value in 2024, with 20 pubs changing hands for a total of 69.6 million euros—up...

Europe faces hard choices amid rising threats, warns French FM

French FM: Europe must prepare for tough security decisions

MUNICH, Germany: Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot warned that Europe must brace...

Ireland’s wind power cut gas costs by over 1.2 billion euros in 2024

Report: wind energy saved Ireland over 1.2 billion euros on gas in 2024

DUBLIN, Ireland: Ireland's reliance on wind energy helped the country save over 1.2 billion euros in gas costs last year, according...

Ireland’s ex-minister slams government for downplaying migration issue

Ireland 'trying to minimize migration problem', ex-minister says

DUBLIN Ireland: Former Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman has criticized the government's approach to migration, accusing it...

WHO urges tobacco-style warnings on alcohol in Europe

WHO calls for tobacco-style warnings on alcoholic drinks in Europe

GENEVA, Switzerland: The World Health Organization is pushing for bold, tobacco-style warning labels on alcoholic beverages across...

NFL to host Ireland’s first-ever regular-season game in Dublin in 2025

First regular-season NFL game in Ireland slated for Dublin in 2025

DUBLIN, Ireland: The NFL will hold its first-ever regular-season game in Dublin in 2025, marking another step in the league's global...

Pitt seeking fast start at fading Notre Dame

Pitt seeking fast start at fading Notre Dame

(Photo credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images) In search of a third consecutive victory, Pitt is set to face Notre Dame on the road...

FIH Hockey Pro League: India men's team script 3-1 comeback win over Ireland

FIH Hockey Pro League: India men's team script 3-1 comeback win over Ireland

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], February 21 (ANI): India men's team overcame a 0-1 deficit to turn the tides and secure a 3-1 victory...

Women's Top 25 roundup: No. 15 Tennessee fends off No. 18 Tide

Women's Top 25 roundup: No. 15 Tennessee fends off No. 18 Tide

(Photo credit: Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images) Jewel Spear scored 20 points and Talaysia Cooper...

Gurbaz's sterling form, bowling options give Afghanistan strong hope in Champions Trophy

Gurbaz's sterling form, bowling options give Afghanistan strong hope in Champions Trophy

New Delhi [India], February 20 (ANI): The 'X Factor' of hard-hitting opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz, fine run in recent ICC events and a...

Consistency vital for Indian Men's Hockey Team as it gear up to face Ireland in FIH Pro League 2024-25

Consistency vital for Indian Men's Hockey Team as it gear up to face Ireland in FIH Pro League 2024-25

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], February 20 (ANI): The Indian Men's Hockey Team will be aiming for consistency as it prepares to take...

SEC, Big Ten commissioners promote change in CFP seeding format

SEC, Big Ten commissioners promote change in CFP seeding format

(Photo credit: Melissa Tamez-Imagn Images) Commissioners of the Southeastern and Big Ten conferences hinted that they know how they're...

Kario Oquendo's 25 points help SMU steamroll Notre Dame

Kario Oquendo's 25 points help SMU steamroll Notre Dame

(Photo credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images) Kario Oquendo scored 15 of his 25 points in the first half, and behind an offensive onslaught,...

Oquendo's 25 points help SMU steamroll Notre Dame

Oquendo's 25 points help SMU steamroll Notre Dame

(Photo credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images) Kario Oquendo scored 15 of his 25 points in the first half, and behind an offensive onslaught,...

As PGA-LIV deal nears, Adam Scott understands 'negative' feelings

As PGA-LIV deal nears, Adam Scott understands 'negative' feelings

(Photo credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images) More than 18 months since the two rival sides shocked the sports world by announcing a 'framework'...

With coach on hot seat, Notre Dame hosts SMU

With coach on hot seat, Notre Dame hosts SMU

(Photo credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images) Both teams are looking for a bounce-back win when SMU and Notre Dame meet for the first...

Hong Kong and Uyghur communities in Ireland urge govt to address Chinese transnational repression with Wang Yi

Hong Kong and Uyghur communities in Ireland urge govt to address Chinese transnational repression with Wang Yi

Dublin [Ireland], February 19 (ANI): Members of the Hong Kong and Uyghur communities in Ireland have urged the government to bring...

ETGE calls on Ireland to stand against China's genocidal and repressive policies

ETGE calls on Ireland to stand against China's genocidal and repressive policies

Washington DC [US], February 18 (ANI): The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has issued a powerful statement calling on the...

IRELAND-DUBLIN-CHINA-WANG YI-HARRIS-TALKS

IRELAND-DUBLIN-CHINA-WANG YI-HARRIS-TALKS

(250217) -- DUBLIN, Feb. 17, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist...

Women's Top 25 roundup: No. 8 Ohio State needs OT to beat Iowa

Women's Top 25 roundup: No. 8 Ohio State needs OT to beat Iowa

(Photo credit: Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images) Jaloni Cambridge scored six of her 29 points...

Afghanistan all-rounder Nabi hints at continuing in ODIs following Champions Trophy

Afghanistan all-rounder Nabi hints at continuing in ODIs following Champions Trophy

New Delhi [India], February 17 (ANI): Veteran Afghanistan all-rounder hinted that he will not retire from the ODI format following...

Notre Dame moves to No. 1 in Top 25 as UCLA falls

Notre Dame moves to No. 1 in Top 25 as UCLA falls

(Photo credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images) Notre Dame soared to No. 1 as UCLA and South Carolina sank in the women's basketball Associated...

IRELAND-DUBLIN-IRISH TAOISEACH-WANG YI-MEETING

IRELAND-DUBLIN-IRISH TAOISEACH-WANG YI-MEETING

(250217) -- DUBLIN, Feb. 17, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin meets with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi,...

"Anybody becoming weapon of foreign forces is working against India": Rajeev Chandrasekhar slams USAID funding

"Anybody becoming weapon of foreign forces is working against India": Rajeev Chandrasekhar slams USAID funding

New Delhi [India], February 17 (ANI): BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday claimed that organisations such as the United States...

Uyghur, Hong Kong diaspora urges Irish govt to prioritise human rights in talks with Chinese Foreign Minister

Uyghur, Hong Kong diaspora urges Irish govt to prioritise human rights in talks with Chinese Foreign Minister

Dublin [Ireland], February 17 (ANI): Uyghurs and Hong Kongers living in Ireland issued an open letter to the Irish government on Monday,...

Louisville knocks off Notre Dame, reaches 20-win mark

Louisville knocks off Notre Dame, reaches 20-win mark

(Photo credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images) Chucky Hepburn poured in 16 points and dished out six assists as Louisville hit the 20-win...

Justin Leonard nabs Chubb Classic for first Champions win

Justin Leonard nabs Chubb Classic for first Champions win

(Photo credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images) Justin Leonard found the finishing push he needed by birdieing five of his last seven...

WHO: Alcohol Labels Should Warn of Cancer Risk

WHO: Alcohol Labels Should Warn of Cancer Risk

Prominent health warning labels on alcoholic beverages are essential for raising awareness that consuming alcohol can lead to cancer....

UAE President, VPs congratulate new Prime Minister of Ireland

UAE President, VPs congratulate new Prime Minister of Ireland

ABU DHABI, 10th February, 2025 (WAM) - President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory cable to...

SRTI Park, Enterprise Ireland sign partnership agreement

SRTI Park, Enterprise Ireland sign partnership agreement

SHARJAH, 4th February, 2025 (WAM) -- The Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has signed a partnership agreement...

Ireland's healthcare pioneers set to transform Middle East healthcare at Arab Health

Ireland's healthcare pioneers set to transform Middle East healthcare at Arab Health

DUBAI, 28th January, 2025 (WAM) -- Ireland, a global leader in healthcare innovation, is making a significant impact at Arab Health...

Mansoor bin Mohammed attends 'Road to Champions in Dubai' tournament

Mansoor bin Mohammed attends 'Road to Champions in Dubai' tournament

DUBAI, 25th January, 2025 (WAM) - H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, attended...

Great Britain, Ireland complete emphatic victory at 2025 Team Cup

Great Britain, Ireland complete emphatic victory at 2025 Team Cup

ABU DHABI, 12th January, 2025 (WAM) -- Great Britain and Ireland completed an emphatic victory at the 2025 Team Cup, defeating Continental...

Continental Europe Great Britain & Ireland set for Team Cup showdown at Abu Dhabi Golf Course starting tomorrow

Continental Europe Great Britain & Ireland set for Team Cup showdown at Abu Dhabi Golf Course starting tomorrow

ABU DHABI, 9th January, 2025 (WAM)-- Francesco Molinari will lead his side's defence of the Team Cup when his Continental European...

Publication of "CAMHS Waiting Time Statistics for Northern Ireland (December 2024)"

Publication of "CAMHS Waiting Time Statistics for Northern Ireland (December 2024)"

Publication of CAMHS Waiting Time Statistics for Northern Ireland (December 2024) Date published: 20 February 2025...

Paris Diary: As AI Energy Demands Test Cities, Dublin Offers Key Lessons

Paris Diary: As AI Energy Demands Test Cities, Dublin Offers Key Lessons

February 15, 2025 Shauna Sylvester Are you an Artificial Intelligence optimist or pessimist?  That seemed to be a popular question...

Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Active Recruitment Statistics & Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Workforce Statistics December 2024

Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Active Recruitment Statistics & Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Workforce Statistics December 2024

Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Active Recruitment Statistics & Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Workforce Statistics...

Green light for new Pound 671million children's hospital development

Green light for new Pound 671million children's hospital development

Green light for new Pound 671million children's hospital development Date published: 19 February 2025 ...

Vikings 2025 Mock Draft Tracker: Version 3.0

Vikings 2025 Mock Draft Tracker: Version 3.0

Rob Kleifield Three hundred and twenty-nine. That's how manyprospectsare headed to Indianapolis for the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine...

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U.S. stocks tumble as Trump policies startle investors
U.S. stock markets sour, Dow Jones dives 749 points

NEW YORK, New York - Concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's startling diversions from his country's long-held policies, and the...


Southwest Airlines cuts 1,750 corporate jobs in first-ever layoffs
Southwest Airlines slashes 15% corporate workforce, first in 15 years

DALLAS, Texas: Southwest Airlines is laying off 1,750 employees, or 15 percent of its corporate staff, in the company's first significant...


Australian central bank cuts interest rates for first time since 2020
Australian central bank cuts first benchmark interest rate since 2020

MELBOURNE, Australia: Australia's central bank has cut its benchmark interest rate for the first time in more than three years, signaling...


Brazil joins OPEC+ ahead of key UN climate summit
Brazil to join OPEC+, group of major oil-exporting nations

BRASILIA, Brazil: Brazil has officially approved joining OPEC+, aligning itself with the world's major oil-exporting nations just months...


U.S. stock markets in sharp retreat Thursday
Wall Street tumbles Thursday, Dow Jones dives 451 points

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks fell sharply Thursday as profit-takers moved in to take the cream off the substantial gains that have...


China’s Xi Jinping reassures private sector on policy stability
China's Xi assures businesses, including Jack Ma, of country's stability

BANGKOK, Thailand: China's President Xi Jinping met with private sector leaders this week and assured them that the government's policies...


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Abbott Ireland announces expansion plans, new jobs

DONEGAL, Ireland - Announcing plans to expand its workforce in Donegal, the U.S. healthcare giant Abbott unveiled plans to create 500 new jobs in the country.Abbott Ireland currently hires c ...

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