Ireland’s students among best performers in reading literacy, study finds
A major international study has found Ireland’s students are among the top performers in reading literacy.
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Varadkar won’t rule out Citizens’ Assembly on United Ireland
The Irish Premier has said he would not rule out a Citizens’ Assembly on a United Ireland, but questioned whether Unionists living in Northern Ireland would partake in it.
British author Lee Child applying for Irish passport due to Brexit
British writer Lee Child, creator of the Jack Reacher thriller series, is reportedly applying for an Irish passport due to Brexit.
Lorry owner and driver ‘co-operating fully’ after 16 men found in trailer
The owner and driver of a lorry seized by police after 16 people were found in a sealed trailer on board a ferry are Irish, officers confirmed.
16 people found in sealed trailer on ferry to Ireland
Ambulances have entered a ferry carrying 16 people discovered in a sealed trailer.
Taoiseach backs priest’s anti-violence stance over Lunney attack
The Irish Taoiseach has backed a Co Cavan priest’s moral leadership in condemning a vicious assault on businessman Kevin Lunney in the border region.
Troy Parrott hopes he did enough in Ireland debut to play in Denmark showdown
Troy Parrott is keeping his fingers crossed that he did enough on his Republic of Ireland debut to be involved in Monday night’s Euro 2020 showdown with Denmark.
British-Irish Council summit focuses on Brexit and tackling drug abuse
Political leaders from across the UK and Ireland have met in Dublin to discuss how to deal with “shared issues” such as Brexit and tackling drug abuse.
Law change pledge for Northern Ireland veterans a worry, says Irish deputy PM
The Irish deputy leader has said an announcement by the Prime Minister pledging a law change to protect armed forces veterans who served in Northern Ireland is worrying.
Irish PM warns of Brexit effect on ‘plummeting’ consumer confidence
The fear of a no-deal Brexit has hit consumer confidence in the Republic of Ireland, the Irish Premier has said.
Obituary: Irish broadcaster Gay Byrne
Renowned Irish broadcaster Gay Byrne has died aged 85.
Tributes pour in for Ireland’s ‘true giant’ Gay Byrne
Celebrities, politicians and fellow journalists have paid tribute to broadcaster Gay Byrne after he died at the age of 85.
How Scotland, Ireland and Jersey fared during T20 World Cup qualifying
Six countries have qualified for the 2020 ICC T20 men’s World Cup to complete the 16-team line-up.
Varadkar rules out Irish general election due to ongoing Brexit uncertainty
Now is not the time for a general election in the Republic of Ireland as too much uncertainty still surrounds Brexit, Leo Varadkar has said.
Man held at Dublin Port appears in court on ‘assault’ charges
A Northern Irishman arrested at Dublin Port last week has appeared in court on assault charges.
Irish MEPs remain on subs’ bench amid uncertainty over Brexit delay
Two Irish MEPs have voiced their frustration at not being able to take their place in the European Parliament due to the Brexit impasse.
Hire company ‘shellshocked’ after 39 found dead inside trailer
A hire company has said it is “shellshocked” and “gutted” after 39 Chinese people were found dead in one of its trailers.
Irish police will co-operate fully with Essex murder investigation – deputy PM
Ireland’s deputy premier has said Irish police will co-operate fully with the investigation after 39 people were found dead in the back of a lorry in Essex.
Varadkar pledges inquiry if lorry passed through Ireland after ‘human tragedy’
The Irish premier has said investigations will be undertaken if it is established a lorry carrying 39 bodies had passed through Ireland.
Former Ireland international Quinlan says side must not hit ‘panic button’
Alan Quinlan believes Ireland must not hit the “panic button” after their seventh quarter-final defeat in nine World Cups.
Day 32 at the Rugby World Cup: England set up semi-final date with All Blacks
England and New Zealand sealed their respective places in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with big wins over Australia and Ireland respectively.
Seven-try All Blacks crush Ireland to set up England semi-final clash
Aaron Smith’s two tries drove the merciless New Zealand a step closer to an unprecedented third-straight World Cup title with a 46-14 quarter-final victory over Ireland.
Explainer: What’s the difference between Johnson’s Brexit deal and May’s deal?
Depending on who is talking, the Brexit deal Boris Johnson negotiated with the EU ranges from being vastly different to his predecessor Theresa May’s deal, to being almost exactly the same.
Ireland fly-half Sexton warns New Zealand about strong-arm tactics
Johnny Sexton has warned New Zealand that any repeat of their strong-arm tactics from Dublin in 2016 will lead to red cards in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final.
Schmidt backs O’Mahony to deliver under pressure of World Cup quarter-final
Joe Schmidt has backed “big moments player” Peter O’Mahony to deliver again when it matters most in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand.
No room to get gaa-gaa emotional over potential All Blacks farewell – Hansen
Steve Hansen insists will not let emotion cloud New Zealand’s preparations for Saturday’s showdown with Ireland despite the potential for it to be his final game in charge.
Greg Feek has transformed Ireland’s set-piece threat – Cian Healy
Cian Healy believes Greg Feek’s ability to “unite” Ireland’s forwards into loving the scrum has transformed their set-piece threat.
Ireland will continue to count on Aki even after World Cup ban
Bundee Aki can still have a “massive” influence on Ireland’s World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand even under suspension, according to Simon Easterby.
Johnny Sexton says Ireland are hitting their peak ahead of All Blacks clash
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are ready to peak for the All Blacks.
Bundee Aki to miss rest of World Cup after red card upheld
Bundee Aki will miss the rest of the World Cup after receiving a three-match ban for his red card against Samoa.
Johnny Sexton says Ireland are hitting their peak ahead of All Blacks clash
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are ready to peak for the All Blacks.
Ireland fly specialist lawyer to Japan in bid to keep Aki’s World Cup alive
Ireland are flying a specialist lawyer into Japan in a bid to keep Bundee Aki’s World Cup alive.