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What I Do: 'I like animals that go under the radar'

What I Do: 'I like animals that go under the radar'

Aleksandra Konieczka founded 'The Joy of Bats' to help people and communities understand the benefits of bats and better grasp local ecology.

Fri Oct 20 2023 - 09:14
Conor Pope looks at the budget in 90 seconds

Conor Pope looks at the budget in 90 seconds

Conor Pope looks at some of the ways you might make money in this years Budget.

Tue Oct 10 2023 - 17:14
Can this Budget solve Ireland's housing crisis?

Can this Budget solve Ireland's housing crisis?

With Ireland's housing crisis continuing can any actions in the forthcoming Budget make a significant impact?

Mon Oct 09 2023 - 09:30
Conor Pope: Big tech need to step up to stop online fraud

Conor Pope: Big tech need to step up to stop online fraud

Conor Pope from the Irish Times asks why tech and fintech companies aren't doing more to combat online fraud.

Sat Oct 07 2023 - 07:44
'I'm honoured to be part of this country': 3,000 people granted Irish citizenship in Dublin

'I'm honoured to be part of this country': 3,000 people granted Irish citizenship in Dublin

Around 3,000 people were granted citizenship in Dublin's convention centre.

Mon Oct 02 2023 - 17:24
Best of 2023 - 'We have people in their 50s and 60s coming in': Tattoo boom continues in Dublin

Best of 2023 - 'We have people in their 50s and 60s coming in': Tattoo boom continues in Dublin

Georgiana Stoian has been working as a tattoo artist for twelve years and has seen a massive post-Covid surge in demand for body-art.

Sat Sept 30 2023 - 09:30
Irish Navy feel 'complete indifference from official Ireland'

Irish Navy feel 'complete indifference from official Ireland'

After a successful week for the Irish Navy and Defence forces is the funding there for responding to future threats on Irish waters?

Fri Sept 29 2023 - 21:26
From 3D printing to AI weather presenters: RHA show looks at nature through new technologies

From 3D printing to AI weather presenters: RHA show looks at nature through new technologies

Alan Butler's new show utilities cutting edge technology to reflect on how we look at nature and runs in Dublin's RHA until October 1st.

Wed Sept 27 2023 - 18:41
'It's perhaps Dublin's oldest fruit tree': DNA testing dates pear tree to 1840s

'It's perhaps Dublin's oldest fruit tree': DNA testing dates pear tree to 1840s

A pear tree in Dublin has been found to be more than 170 years old following DNA testing. Video Enda O'Dowd

Tue Sept 26 2023 - 18:33
'It's a disaster for all our staff': Childcare services providers protest over funding shortfall

'It's a disaster for all our staff': Childcare services providers protest over funding shortfall

Childcare services providers protested outside the Dáil calling for an increase in Government funding for the sector.

Tue Sept 26 2023 - 17:18
Best of 2023 - 'Lough Neagh is in crisis'

Best of 2023 - 'Lough Neagh is in crisis'

Toxic algae bloom that has covered Lough Neagh is killing wildlife and leaving locals concerned over water safety.

Sat Sept 23 2023 - 09:09
Opinion: How to make Irish cities more sustainable, by Sadhbh O'Neill

Opinion: How to make Irish cities more sustainable, by Sadhbh O'Neill

Irish Times Columnist Sadhbh O'Neill looks at how we can restore and regenerate nature in our cities and increase housing stock.

Mon Sept 18 2023 - 21:50
Mary Lou McDonald: 'Rumours of my demise are greatly exaggerated, I'm back!'

Mary Lou McDonald: 'Rumours of my demise are greatly exaggerated, I'm back!'

President of Sinn Féin, Mary Lou McDonald, returned to politics after undergoing a medical procedure during the summer months.

Fri Sept 15 2023 - 12:11
'I'm just lucky': Last surviving member of the Battle of Britain visits his alma mater in Dublin

'I'm just lucky': Last surviving member of the Battle of Britain visits his alma mater in Dublin

John Hemingway is the last surviving airman of the Battle of Britain and a former pupil of Dublin's St. Andrew's College.

Wed Sept 13 2023 - 22:02
'I was coming here in me mother's stomach': Dublin Horse owners protest fair restrictions

'I was coming here in me mother's stomach': Dublin Horse owners protest fair restrictions

Dublin horse owners protested in Smithfield about increasing restrictions around horse fairs in Dublin.

Sun Sept 10 2023 - 15:27
Troubles legacy Bill: Families of victims say proposed law is 'the worst thing that could happen'

Troubles legacy Bill: Families of victims say proposed law is 'the worst thing that could happen'

Families of victims of the Troubles say the proposed legacy Bill is 'the worst thing that could possibly happen'. Video: Enda O'Dowd

Fri Sept 08 2023 - 10:36
RSA calls on drivers to take greater care after 'absolutely devastating' year of fatalities

RSA calls on drivers to take greater care after 'absolutely devastating' year of fatalities

The gardai and the RSA are calling on drivers to be vigilant as schools reopen and traffic increases on the roads.

Wed Sept 06 2023 - 17:31
'I'm 83, the oldest busker on the street': Dublin's street performers respond to noise complaints

'I'm 83, the oldest busker on the street': Dublin's street performers respond to noise complaints

Dublin's street performers have faced complaints about noise levels since the introduction of a permit scheme nearly ten years ago.

Sun Sept 03 2023 - 09:26
'It's disintegrating in front of our eyes': Parishioners demand church renovations

'It's disintegrating in front of our eyes': Parishioners demand church renovations

Parishioners at an inner-city parish have held a protest outside the residence of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin calling for their church to be renovated.

Thu Aug 17 2023 - 17:20
'There's no other scheme like this in Europe': Work commences on new cycle route in Dublin

'There's no other scheme like this in Europe': Work commences on new cycle route in Dublin

Work has commenced on a new cycle route linking Donabate to Malahide that will run along the main Dublin to Belfast train line.

Tue Aug 15 2023 - 09:45
'You can get free calf jackets and milk buckets': Meet one of Ireland's 'agri-influencers'

'You can get free calf jackets and milk buckets': Meet one of Ireland's 'agri-influencers'

With over 21,000 followers on Instagram Sophie Bell is one of the most popular 'agri-influencers' in Ireland.

Sat Aug 12 2023 - 09:58
Thousands turn out in Mullingar for second day of the Fleadh Cheoil

Thousands turn out in Mullingar for second day of the Fleadh Cheoil

Thousands of Irish music fans, some traveling from across the world, turned out in Mullingar for the second day of the annual Fleadh Cheoil.

Mon Aug 07 2023 - 19:07
'They call me Dr. Chaos': From inner city GP to paralympian

'They call me Dr. Chaos': From inner city GP to paralympian

Dr. Austin O'Carroll has been a GP in Dublin's inner city since the mid-90s while also commissioning street art and becoming a paralympian.

Fri Aug 04 2023 - 09:11
Best of 2023 - Girls in green welcomed home from World Cup

Best of 2023 - Girls in green welcomed home from World Cup

Thousands of people gathered on Dublin’s O’Connell Street to welcome home the Irish women’s football team after their World Cup campaign in Australia.

Thu Aug 03 2023 - 21:58
Best of 2023 -'If we don't look after these dogs we'll lose them'

Best of 2023 -'If we don't look after these dogs we'll lose them'

During Covid Aidan O'Sullivan bought an Irish wolfhound quickly followed by a second and now walks them on Mayo beaches with American tourists.

Sat Jul 29 2023 - 10:07
'She was fierce in the best sort of way': Dubliners turn out to pay tribute to Sinéad O'Connor

'She was fierce in the best sort of way': Dubliners turn out to pay tribute to Sinéad O'Connor

A vigil was held in Dublin's Temple Bar to mark the passing of musician and activist Sinéad O'Connor.

Thu Jul 27 2023 - 19:27
'It's very, very, dangerous': Delivery riders suffer serial assaults in Dublin city

'It's very, very, dangerous': Delivery riders suffer serial assaults in Dublin city

Food delivery riders across Dublin daily are victims of assaults, bicycle theft and other crimes.

Wed Jul 26 2023 - 21:38
Rising temperatures 'creating a big problem' for strawberry growers

Rising temperatures 'creating a big problem' for strawberry growers

Rising temperatures due to global warming are 'creating a big problem' for strawberry growers in Ireland.

Mon Jul 24 2023 - 09:27
'It's almost like a furnace': Irish Navy work through intense heat on Mediterranean mission

'It's almost like a furnace': Irish Navy work through intense heat on Mediterranean mission

Irish Navy crew faced temperatures of 40 degree heat during their mission in the Mediterranean.

Fri Jul 21 2023 - 14:11
Director General of RTÉ meets staff amid ongoing strife in the organisation

Director General of RTÉ meets staff amid ongoing strife in the organisation

RTÉ staff held a protest outside their campus calling for the Government to take decisive action on the license fee.

Wed Jul 12 2023 - 16:40
'We're always afraid': Water restrictions leave islanders vulnerable to fires

'We're always afraid': Water restrictions leave islanders vulnerable to fires

Srianta uisce i bhfeidhm arís ar Inis Oírr an samhradh seo agus tá imní ar mhuintir an oileáin faoina gcumas dul i ngleic le héigeandálaí ar nós dóiteáin.

Mon Jul 10 2023 - 08:56
Thousand-year-old skeletons found on the 'Christ Church of the northside'

Thousand-year-old skeletons found on the 'Christ Church of the northside'

More than 100 skeletons have been discovered at a site off Capel Street in Dublin during archaeological excavations for a hotel development.

Fri Jul 07 2023 - 19:29
The farmer who photographed everyone from Nick Drake to Jerry Lee Lewis

The farmer who photographed everyone from Nick Drake to Jerry Lee Lewis

Julian Lloyd has photographed everyone from Nick Drake to Keith Richards. His new exhibition runs at Dublin's The Horse gallery: www.thehorsedublin.xyz

Thu Jul 06 2023 - 18:44
Iceland staff occupy store amid ongoing industrial dispute

Iceland staff occupy store amid ongoing industrial dispute

Staff at an Iceland store in Dublin are occupying the premises claiming they have not received holiday pay and other money owed.

Fri Jun 30 2023 - 09:40
Tens of thousands turn out to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Pride in Dublin

Tens of thousands turn out to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Pride in Dublin

Tens of thousands marched though Dublin to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the capital’s Pride festival.

Sat Jun 24 2023 - 16:13
'This will change my life': Over 60 artist studios to be opened across Dublin

'This will change my life': Over 60 artist studios to be opened across Dublin

Dublin City Council will open over 60 art studios and art spaces across Dublin in the coming years.

Thu Jun 22 2023 - 18:15
Defective apartments: Campaigners stage 24-hour protest calling for immediate Government action

Defective apartments: Campaigners stage 24-hour protest calling for immediate Government action

Owners of defective apartments staged a 24 hour protest outside the Dáil calling on the Government to take immediate action to address fire safety issues.

Wed Jun 21 2023 - 15:19
Irish Wheelchair Association call for better funding to cover 'basic, basic needs'

Irish Wheelchair Association call for better funding to cover 'basic, basic needs'

The Irish Wheelchair Association presented their pre-budget submission calling on the Government to improve services and funding.

Wed Jun 21 2023 - 15:03
'It's frankly quite daft': Brewers express disdain for new 'nanny state' label laws

'It's frankly quite daft': Brewers express disdain for new 'nanny state' label laws

Drinks producers in Ireland feel the new label laws on alcohol products are "frankly quite daft".

Sun Jun 11 2023 - 21:05
Best of 2023 - Fifth generation fishermen fight to survive in Greystones

Best of 2023 - Fifth generation fishermen fight to survive in Greystones

Ivan Toole is a fifth generation fisherman and owner of a fishing boat affected by the closure of the north pier in Greystones harbor.

Wed Jun 07 2023 - 09:13
Surviving a car crash: 'I didn't know if I'd ever see my little girl again'

Surviving a car crash: 'I didn't know if I'd ever see my little girl again'

Clodagh White was just half a kilometre from her home when her car was t-boned by an SUV traveling at about 80km/hr.

Mon Jun 05 2023 - 23:23
Climate activists call on government to 'Restore Nature'

Climate activists call on government to 'Restore Nature'

Climate activists were protesting outside the Dáil and calling on the Government to implement a tough Nature Restoration Law.

Wed May 31 2023 - 15:48
'It becomes the story of the family': Mary Lou remembers execution of greatuncle during Civil War

'It becomes the story of the family': Mary Lou remembers execution of greatuncle during Civil War

Mary Lou McDonald's maternal grand-uncle James O'Connor was executed in 1922 during the Civil War.

Sun May 28 2023 - 18:09
'There's a sense in the end of mutual tolerance': Decade Of Centenaries draws to a close

'There's a sense in the end of mutual tolerance': Decade Of Centenaries draws to a close

An event to mark the centenary of the end of the Civil War in the Garden of Remembrance drew an end to the decade of centenaries.

Sun May 28 2023 - 15:54
Tathony House eviction: 'There's a very real prospect of emergency accommodation'

Tathony House eviction: 'There's a very real prospect of emergency accommodation'

Dublin couple James O'Toole and Madeleine Johansson are two of the tenants who are facing eviction from Tathony House.

Sat May 27 2023 - 07:28
'It’s a seven-days-a-week job': Elaine Kelly, conductor

'It’s a seven-days-a-week job': Elaine Kelly, conductor

Elaine Kelly is a resident conductor with the Irish National Opera - and puts in long hours to bring music to life.

Fri May 26 2023 - 15:00
‘You have to be mad to be a conductor ... We’re a weird breed’

‘You have to be mad to be a conductor ... We’re a weird breed’

What I Do: Elaine Kelly is a resident conductor with the Irish National Opera

Fri May 26 2023 - 07:00
Campaigners say 'floatels' would be 'much worse' than Direct Provision system

Campaigners say 'floatels' would be 'much worse' than Direct Provision system

The Irish Refugee Council have said 'floatels' are 'not appropriate' to house asylum seekers.

Thu May 25 2023 - 13:55
Ireland’s oldest woman turns 109: 'I'm rich in the company I have'

Ireland’s oldest woman turns 109: 'I'm rich in the company I have'

Máirín Hughes celebrated her 109 birthday at Maryfield Nursing Home in Chapelizod, Dublin with a trip on the Vintage Tea Trips bus along with fellow residents.

Mon May 22 2023 - 17:06
Northern Ireland elections: 'We could be caught in a deadlock for a considerable amount of time'

Northern Ireland elections: 'We could be caught in a deadlock for a considerable amount of time'

Sinn Féin is on course to increase its number of council seats as counting continues in the local elections in Northern Ireland.

Fri May 19 2023 - 18:34
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