As China and Russia weigh up their options in anticipation of Donald Trump’s second presidency, horrified countries in the Global South see Gaza as an emblem of US and European double standards
From Tidings: An Anthology of New Irish Christmas Stories, edited by Seán Farrell and published by Lilliput Press
Port and dessert wines are always delicious options but don’t miss some of the best drinks from Irish producers
Amid the traditional meal prep, non-meat diets can get overlooked. These two dishes will hold their own on any Christmas table
Competition authorities investigating ‘no poach’ deals and alleged breaches on competition law on construction projects
But that hegemony will end, perhaps soon. If you value good journalism and good design, give someone you love a newspaper subscription this Christmas
Emanuel Macron has visited France’s Indian Ocean department devastated last weekend’s storm but for some residents promises of support from Paris ring hollow
December 21st- 27th, 2024: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week
Consumer companies should beware neglecting historic brands in favour of celebrity start-ups
She’s preparing a 15-bird roast for her old pair the week before Christmas, and I can already feel the tension coming off her
John Boyne, Ann Ingle, Michael Harding, Caitríona Ní Mhurchú and others on testing a mother’s limits, a marriage-threatening event, the Santa conspiracy and a misplaced bird
Eyewitnesses say vehicle aimed directly at area of market popular with families in city of Magdeburg with driver arrested at scene
Details of plan, and whether Democrats will provide necessary support, remain unknown ahead of midnight deadline
Driver of vehicle arrested after attack which took place in centre of eastern city of Magdeburg
Tottenham manager says ‘I get that not everyone will be a fan of the way I do things and even the way I play’
City have lost eight of their last 11 games
Tom Farrell’s third try of the evening won the game for the visitors at the death
Chris Walley’s charismatic tearaway is still in prison on drug charges, leaving his best pal, the Knocknaheeny scamp Conor, flying solo
It seems unlikely that this administration will be as committed to social reform as some of its predecessors
Irish and Welsh leaders pledged to review progress again in January, with no reopening expected before at least the middle of the month
Jockey Ben Jones just about keeps partnership intact after 9-4 second favourite Personal Ambition stumbles at the last
Female athletes are finally being provided with the right facilities, coaching and resources and are in turn providing role models for the next generation
Car maker strikes deal with unions that will also see staff forgo planned wage rise and bonuses as VW tries to lower production costs
Winner of silver medal in 5,000m at World Athletics Championships last year to serve both bans concurrently
Gardai alleged that 12 kilos of cocaine were found in a hidden compartment in the car
Anna Foster, Annabel Wilson and Sara Byrne all safely negotiated the five-round marathon of the final qualifying tournament in Marrakesh, Morocco
A dramatic decline in a name’s prestige
At least one dead in Kyiv and six killed in Russia’s Kursk region
Indices in Europe end last full trading week with losses as Washington again battles to stop government shutdown
Two defendants lodge appeals and ex-husband considers appealing his 20-year sentence
‘Prince of Darkness’ will seek to woo Trump administration, avoid trade war and ensure the countries remain aligned over Ukraine
Lisa Niland (19) died in Sligo University Hospital in 2017 three days after collapsing due to severe head pain and dizziness
Kellie Harrington named Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Year for 2024
Judge says case taken by Louise and Thomas Stokes relates only to their former home, which they left due to concerns about mould
Immedis was sold in July 2023 to American software company Unite Parent Corp in a major deal reportedly worth €575 million
Ross Lahive was ‘prime mover’ in violent incident where children had to be shielded and showed no remorse, judge says
The challenges of returning to Ireland from Singapore, the intensity of college sport in the US and how to get in flight attendants’ bad books
State assets agency’s total contribution to date stands at €4.69bn which is expected to rise to €5.2bn by end-2025 wind-up
‘If it wasn’t for France, you would be in way deeper s**t,’ French president tells people in the country’s poorest overseas territory
People in the 45-54 year old age group were the least likely to expect to have money left over at the end of each month
Postmortem did not provide conclusive evidence that 32-year-old subject of violent attack in Gorey home
Tax authority wants to know what happened hundreds of thousands of euro in taxes collected but not paid over
Midfielder was taken off during United's win at Manchester City on Sunday
Israeli minister criticises Pope Francis’ call to study whether war in Palestinian enclave constitutes a genocide
Government representatives directed to attend court in January to explain how to collect some €193,000 Mr Burke now owes in fines
End-year review says visitors from key markets are becoming ‘more value conscious’
Streamer secures exclusive rights for 2027 and 2031 tournaments
US diplomats discuss transition principles with representatives of Syria’s new de facto rulers led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices
