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What would success look like for Ireland's political right in GE24?

What would success look like for Ireland's political right in GE24?

Harry McGee looks at what success would look for to Ireland's political right in the General Election. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Nov 15 2024 - 13:00
Pat Leahy on what success will mean for Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil in GE24

Pat Leahy on what success will mean for Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil in GE24

Irish Times Political Editor Pat Leahy discusses the election prospects of incumbent Government parties Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil in the General Election.

Thu Nov 14 2024 - 16:28
What success looks like for the Irish political left in general election 2024?

What success looks like for the Irish political left in general election 2024?

Political Correspondent Jennifer Bray on what success looks like for the parties of the left in the 2024 Irish general election. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Nov 12 2024 - 12:59
What are the challenges facing the political parties in GE24?

What are the challenges facing the political parties in GE24?

Jennifer Bray looks at what are the challenges facing the political parties in GE24. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Nov 08 2024 - 15:07
An explicit waxwork sculpture of former US president Donald Trump turns heads in New York

An explicit waxwork sculpture of former US president Donald Trump turns heads in New York

Artist Alison Jackson's waxwork sculpture of former US president Donald Trump created a frenzy of selfies as it was unveiled in Times Square. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Nov 06 2024 - 00:20
New York: 'It may come down to perceptions, not forecasts or results'

New York: 'It may come down to perceptions, not forecasts or results'

Irish Times video journalist Enda O'Dowd reports from New York City as America goes to the polls to elect the 47th US president. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Nov 05 2024 - 13:04
'Ireland gives me hope': how activists are fighting for abortion rights in the US

'Ireland gives me hope': how activists are fighting for abortion rights in the US

Activists and politicians are fighting to claw back reproductive rights in Georgia, where recent rulings make the procedure all but illegal. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Nov 04 2024 - 20:54
How the Irish-American vote split and turned Republican in Philadelphia

How the Irish-American vote split and turned Republican in Philadelphia

The Irish-American voting block were at one time "christened Democrat", but now they may be favouring the Republican party. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Nov 04 2024 - 17:30
Pennsylvania: 'The Irish-American vote is still all to play for'

Pennsylvania: 'The Irish-American vote is still all to play for'

Irish Times video journalist Enda O'Dowd reports from Pennsylvania, where a strong Irish-American vote is still in the balance. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Nov 04 2024 - 09:56
'It's all gas and no brakes' for the Democrats in Pennsylvania

'It's all gas and no brakes' for the Democrats in Pennsylvania

US Democrat volunteers are 'nervous' in Philadelphia as the specter of 2016 still haunts the party. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Nov 04 2024 - 02:37
'The more you pay the cartel the shorter you walk': How politics has redrawn the US border

'The more you pay the cartel the shorter you walk': How politics has redrawn the US border

Humane Borders is an NGO that leaves water out for unauthorised immigrants on the US border, who often trek for miles in 38 degree heat. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sun Nov 03 2024 - 04:09
'We evicted almost 9,000 one month': Inside America's housing crisis

'We evicted almost 9,000 one month': Inside America's housing crisis

Constable Scott Blake does multiple evictions a day in Maricopa County - but hopes the number could drop if a new US president is elected. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sat Nov 02 2024 - 06:04
US voters spooked by election possibilities during Halloween celebrations

US voters spooked by election possibilities during Halloween celebrations

In Macon, Georgia, hundreds of locals took to the streets for Halloween celebrations but the US election wasn't far from people's minds. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Thu Oct 31 2024 - 13:38
Arizona - Climate change not an issue for voters despite extreme heat

Arizona - Climate change not an issue for voters despite extreme heat

Irish Times video journalist Enda O'Dowd reports from Arizona where despite extreme temperatures, climate change doesn't appear to be a concern for voters.

Wed Oct 30 2024 - 15:30
Welcome to Arizona, the swing state with a border complex

Welcome to Arizona, the swing state with a border complex

In the swing state of Arizona Latino voters are divided on the border and what party is best placed to solve the issues of immigration. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Oct 30 2024 - 14:25
'We're heading for another civil war': Trump supporters doubt peaceful transition of power

'We're heading for another civil war': Trump supporters doubt peaceful transition of power

In Perry, Georgia, Trump supporters are pessimistic about the chances of a peaceful transition of power. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Oct 28 2024 - 13:17
'It's frustrating and heartbreaking': rigged claims still ring in US election workers' ears

'It's frustrating and heartbreaking': rigged claims still ring in US election workers' ears

In Georgia some voters still question the results of the 2020 US election causing frustration and distress for some election officials. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sun Oct 27 2024 - 09:48
'I voted for Hillary': how young Republicans moved towards Trump

'I voted for Hillary': how young Republicans moved towards Trump

Atlanta Young Republicans met for weekly drinks two weeks out from the election, united in the hope that their candidate will succeed. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Oct 25 2024 - 15:39
'People are sleeping in cars': Trinity College students stage walkout over high rents

'People are sleeping in cars': Trinity College students stage walkout over high rents

Trinity College students walked out of lectures in protest of high rents and rising costs of education. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Thu Oct 17 2024 - 16:31
'You were let down by the State': President Higgins greets Stardust families

'You were let down by the State': President Higgins greets Stardust families

Families of Stardust victims were invited to the Arás to meet the President thou some families boycotted the event to call for a criminal inquiry into the fire.

Wed Oct 16 2024 - 18:17
Hospitality sector warns of mass closures unless Government reverse VAT increase

Hospitality sector warns of mass closures unless Government reverse VAT increase

Owners of hair salons, pubs, creches and restaurants took to the streets to call on the Government to reverse the VAT increase. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Oct 15 2024 - 17:52
New mural that aims to highlight homelessness unveiled in Dublin's Temple Bar

New mural that aims to highlight homelessness unveiled in Dublin's Temple Bar

Focus Ireland have unveiled a new mural in Dublin's Temple Bar to raise awareness about their Shine A Light campaign. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Oct 11 2024 - 14:44
'I'm not interested in decorating anybody's wall': New exhibition looks at capitalism through art

'I'm not interested in decorating anybody's wall': New exhibition looks at capitalism through art

Brian Maguire explored Syria, South Sudan, Mexico and Brazil for his latest exhibition in Hugh Lane which runs to March 23. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Oct 09 2024 - 10:35
'There isn't a political party who isn't campaigning': Taoiseach sidesteps election speculation

'There isn't a political party who isn't campaigning': Taoiseach sidesteps election speculation

Taoiseach Simon Harris acknowledged all political parties were campaigning for an election but wouldn't be drawn on when he'd call one. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Oct 04 2024 - 15:04
Budget 2025 in 90 seconds with Conor Pope

Budget 2025 in 90 seconds with Conor Pope

Irish Times Consumer Affairs Correspondent, Conor Pope, looks at how Budget 2025 will hit your pocket.

Tue Oct 01 2024 - 16:27
22 XL bully dogs shipped overseas before ban next week

22 XL bully dogs shipped overseas before ban next week

A dog rescue charity in Sweden has taken 22 XL bully dogs from Ireland who would otherwise be put down. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Thu Sept 26 2024 - 19:44
Tents housing homeless people and asylum seekers ‘thrown into Dublin’s Grand Canal’

Tents housing homeless people and asylum seekers ‘thrown into Dublin’s Grand Canal’

Gardaí attend encampment site after it was reportedly attacked by a group of men on Friday morning

Sat Sept 21 2024 - 10:22
XL bullies ban: 'People are trying to rescue dogs from Ireland'

XL bullies ban: 'People are trying to rescue dogs from Ireland'

From October 1st new regulations will prohibit the importing, breeding, selling and rehoming of XL bullies. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sat Sept 21 2024 - 09:27
Fashionable farmers: Trench coats, camel and mullets were in at the Ploughing Championships

Fashionable farmers: Trench coats, camel and mullets were in at the Ploughing Championships

Fashion shows at the Co Laois event were standing room only, with farmers going ‘a bit mad’ for the style

Sat Sept 21 2024 - 06:00
Public Order Unit clears anti-immigration protesters from O’Connell Bridge

Public Order Unit clears anti-immigration protesters from O’Connell Bridge

Anti-immigration protestors traded insults with anti-racism counter-protesters and were later moved on by the Public Order Unit. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Thu Sept 19 2024 - 19:45
'We go mad': Fashion, politics and ploughing dominate the Championships in Laois

'We go mad': Fashion, politics and ploughing dominate the Championships in Laois

The annual National Ploughing Championships is expected to draw close to 300,000 people over three days. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Sept 18 2024 - 18:53
Five things to look out for in the new Dáil term

Five things to look out for in the new Dáil term

Harry McGee of the Irish Times political team looks at five things that will shape the conversation of this Dáil term. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Sept 18 2024 - 15:37
Budget 2025 takes centre stage as politicians embrace the Ploughing Championships

Budget 2025 takes centre stage as politicians embrace the Ploughing Championships

Close to 300,000 people are expected to visit the National Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska, Co Laois. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Sept 17 2024 - 19:17
Green Party push back against 'insane' car use

Green Party push back against 'insane' car use

Deputy leader of the Green Party, Róisín Garvey has said "a quarter of nine-year-olds are over weight because they're driven everywhere". Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Sept 16 2024 - 12:35
Spanish city commemorates Red Hugh O'Donnell and 'the final stand for Gaelic Ireland'

Spanish city commemorates Red Hugh O'Donnell and 'the final stand for Gaelic Ireland'

In Valladolid, thousands attended the re-creation of the royal funeral King Philip III ordered following Red Hugh O’Donnell’s death in 1602. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sun Sept 15 2024 - 00:35
'We're election ready': Opposition parties hitting the doors ahead of next election

'We're election ready': Opposition parties hitting the doors ahead of next election

The main opposition parties are getting leaflets printed and hitting the doors ahead of the upcoming general election. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Sept 10 2024 - 09:25
'If a bomb hits Yellow Door, the Irish music scene would be decimated'

'If a bomb hits Yellow Door, the Irish music scene would be decimated'

Yellow Door Studios opened in 2018 in Dublin and is now home to some of the brightest stars in Dublin's music scene. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sat Sept 07 2024 - 08:21
'I'll be the last person to close the door': Dublin Conservative Society to close after 141 years

'I'll be the last person to close the door': Dublin Conservative Society to close after 141 years

Opened in 1883, The Dublin Conservative Society is closing its doors after declining membership over recent years. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Sept 06 2024 - 19:39
'I get from Christchurch to O’Connell Bridge in four minutes': How Dublin's new traffic scheme is affecting different groups

'I get from Christchurch to O’Connell Bridge in four minutes': How Dublin's new traffic scheme is affecting different groups

Dublin Bus chief says early indications from new transport scheme are ‘very positive’

Wed Sept 04 2024 - 14:04
'It's a disaster': Dublin drivers divided on new traffic rules

'It's a disaster': Dublin drivers divided on new traffic rules

New traffic rules in Dublin city came into effect at the end of August and some drivers are now feeling the pinch. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Sept 03 2024 - 16:06
Sinn Féin €39 billion plan to build 300,000 houses

Sinn Féin €39 billion plan to build 300,000 houses

Sinn Féin unveiled its €39bn five-year plan on how it would solve Ireland's housing crisis. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Mon Sept 02 2024 - 15:37
'I've always loved fighting, I'm a bit crazy like that': The rise of MMA in Ireland

'I've always loved fighting, I'm a bit crazy like that': The rise of MMA in Ireland

Irish MMA fighters took to Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre in Kilkenny for the first open-air MMA event in Ireland. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sun Sept 01 2024 - 06:17
Covid Inquiry: Who is it for and what will it achieve?

Covid Inquiry: Who is it for and what will it achieve?

Ireland's Covid-19 inquiry has been promised since June 2023 and its terms of references are expected to be announced imminently. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Aug 28 2024 - 09:17
'This is something that hasn't happened before': Inside Ireland's new national dance company

'This is something that hasn't happened before': Inside Ireland's new national dance company

Ireland’s new national dance company, Luail, is recruiting new dancers as it sets out an ambitious programme. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sat Aug 24 2024 - 09:21
'It's very delicate': the €5 million project to restore Lough Carra

'It's very delicate': the €5 million project to restore Lough Carra

A €5 million EU Life project led by Mayo County Council in collaboration with a number of associated partners aims to restore Lough Carra. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Tue Aug 13 2024 - 13:33
'Edna was exceptional': Edna O'Brien laid to rest on Holy Island

'Edna was exceptional': Edna O'Brien laid to rest on Holy Island

Renowned Irish writer Edna O'Brien was laid to rest on Holy Island in Lough Derg. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Sat Aug 10 2024 - 17:30
'We're walking a tightrope': the challenge in modernising centuries old lighthouses

'We're walking a tightrope': the challenge in modernising centuries old lighthouses

Wicklow Head light house has been operating for nearly 300 years and is evolving while maintaining its characteristics. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Thu Aug 08 2024 - 08:31
Dublin's north inner city erupts with joy as Kellie Harrington secures Olympic medal

Dublin's north inner city erupts with joy as Kellie Harrington secures Olympic medal

There was celebrations in Dublin's north inner city as Kellie Harrington secured another Olympic medal. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Wed Jul 31 2024 - 18:23
'I need an apology': After over 20 years a bereaved family is still looking for closure

'I need an apology': After over 20 years a bereaved family is still looking for closure

In 2002 Louise Wall and her boyfriend Mick O’Farrell died in a fire in Verdemont in Dublin and the inquest revealed safety problems in the apartment complex.

Mon Jul 29 2024 - 07:29
Wax sculpture of Sinéad O’Connor unveiled in Dublin

Wax sculpture of Sinéad O’Connor unveiled in Dublin

A wax sculpture of Sinéad O’Connor has been unveiled at the National Wax Museum to mark the one year anniversary of the singer’s death. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Thu Jul 25 2024 - 12:52
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