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Strike threat puts focus on Northern Ireland’s ailing health system
With the UK’s worst waiting times, hospitals have become a ground zero in region’s battle to balance the budgetWorld - Financial Times - 13 hours ago -
Northern Ireland on track for £769mn budget overspend
Stormont executive expects little largesse from UK chancellor as it struggles to balance its booksWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
Devenny receives first Northern Ireland call-up
Crystal Palace midfielder Justin Devenny is called up to the Northern Ireland squad for the first time for the Nations League matches against Belarus and Luxembourg.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
Northern Irish man jailed for life after abusing at least 70 children online
Investigation into ‘horrific’ case of Alexander McCartney, who drove one girl to suicide, was one of the biggest into catfishing in the world. A man from Northern Ireland who abused at least 70 ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Doris to captain Ireland in autumn internationals
Caelan Doris is named Ireland captain for next month's autumn series with Peter O'Mahony not yet back to full fitness.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
How the N.F.L. Builds a Fan Base in Ireland
The league is trying to ensure that sponsors, media partners and enthusiasm are in place before committing to playing a game in the country.Business - The New York Times - October 20 -
UK workers’ rights reforms to cost businesses £5bn a year
Government’s impact assessment finds companies will face bill for implementing new policiesBusiness - Financial Times - October 21 -
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Man missing at sea lands boat in Ireland
Chris Ellery's boat broke down in the Irish Sea, but he was able to make it to County Wicklow.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
Ireland to Hold Snap General Election: What to Know
The Republic of Ireland will hold a general election on Nov. 29, after Prime Minister Simon Harris dissolved parliament on Friday.World - The New York Times - November 8 -
American citizen found dead at luxury hotel in Ireland
An American citizen has been found dead at a luxury hotel in Ireland, police said.Top stories - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Healy set to tie O'Driscoll's Ireland cap record
Cian Healy is set to equal Brian O'Driscoll's Ireland cap record after being named on the bench for Friday's autumn international against Argentina.Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago -
Ireland edge past Argentina in Dublin thriller
Ireland respond to a first home defeat in more than three years with a 22-19 win over Argentina at the Aviva Stadium despite twice being reduced to 14 men.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
'Three or four games in one' as Ireland 'win ugly'
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says his side held their nerve "and just about got there" in their 22-19 win over Argentina.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Colm Tóibín: ‘Ireland today is a much freer place’
The Irish author on how the sequel to his bestselling novel Brooklyn was inspired by the film, life in LA, and his thoughts on Trump’s victory. Born in 1955, Colm Tóibín has written short stories, ...World - The Guardian - 9 hours ago -
England v Republic of Ireland: Nations League – live
Minute-by-minute updates on the action at Wembley Good Luck Mr Gorsky Carsley . “Thanks for clarifying the Ireland manager is a qualified dentist,” says DFGTR EDTRTT (sic). “So many ...World - The Guardian - 21 minutes ago -
‘It’s desperation’: Ireland’s restaurant industry facing crisis with daily closures
Rise in VAT, inflation and people working from home has led small business owners to demand government support. Blazing Salads, Dillingers, Assassination Custard and Brasserie Sixty Six in Dublin, ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Ireland signs extradition treaty with UAE in effort to catch Kinahan cartel
Daniel Kinahan is one of Europe’s most wanted criminals and prominent member of Dubai-based ‘super cartel’Business - Financial Times - October 21 -
Joseph Sua’ali’i joins Skelton and Kerevi in Wallabies squad for UK and Ireland tour
Sua’ali’i one of three uncapped players on 34-man list Will Skelton and Samu Kerevi recalled for first time this year Australia’s big money signing from rugby league Joseph Sua’ali’i looks set ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Wales and Republic of Ireland set up Euro 2025 qualifying playoff final
Wales edge past Slovakia after extra-time winner Northern Ireland and Scotland also into playoff finals The Republic of Ireland and Wales will meet over two legs in the playoff finals for ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Dublin awaits latest hit of Ireland-All Blacks rivalry
BBC Sport NI's Matt Gault looks ahead to the latest instalment of world rugby's newest and arguably most thrilling rivalry.Top stories - BBC News - November 8 -
Ireland 13-23 New Zealand: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – live reaction
Live updates from the 8.10pm GMT kick-off in Dublin Sign up for The Breakdown newsletter | And mail Lee Haka Response Watch! . Rieko Ioane leads his team in the pre-match challenge, Ireland ...World - The Guardian - November 8 -
Ireland prepares for 3-week campaign to decide next prime minister
Ireland’s President Michael Higgins has dissolved parliament to clear the way for a Nov. 29 election that will determine who controls governmentWorld - ABC News - November 8 -
Ireland lose to NZ in first home defeat since 2021
Damian McKenzie scores six penalties as New Zealand inflict Ireland's first home defeat since 2021 with victory at Aviva Stadium.Top stories - BBC News - November 8 -
'Error-strewn Ireland display may force Farrell into shake-up'
Ireland's error-filled performance in the 23-13 defeat by New Zealand leaves head coach Andy Farrell with much to ponder.Top stories - BBC News - November 9 -
Ireland orders X, TikTok and Instagram to curb terrorist content
Regulator issues online safety ruling after finding weak processes leave networks ‘exposed to terrorist content’. Elon Musk’s X, TikTok and Meta’s Instagram have been ordered by Irish media ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Nations League: Ferguson heads Ireland winner as Tonali strike rocks Belgium
Brighton striker and Kelleher penalty save see off Finland Newcastle’s Tonali hits first Italy goal for 1-0 victory Evan Ferguson’s fourth senior international goal handed Republic of Ireland ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
Ireland 22-19 Argentina: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – as it happened
Ireland’s defence holds firm as they get back to winning ways against a spirited Argentina.. OK, I’m going to stick my neck out. . Argentina to nick it by a score! Continue reading...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Ireland hold off Argentina’s fightback after making rapid start
Ireland 22-19 Argentina Three first-half tries enough for Andy Farrell’s side Jeopardy is a word with plenty of currency in rugby these days. Mostly it is used in reference to how competitions ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Better Ireland still seeking answers after vital win
Seeking a response to defeat by the All Blacks seven days prior, Ireland's victory over Argentina answers some questions while presenting a few more.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Harris wraps campaign with focus on Pennsylvania
Vice President Harris campaigned in Pennsylvania to make a final push on Election Day eve, hoping momentum can help her break ahead in the must-win Keystone State. Harris on Monday traversed ...Politics - The Hill - November 4 -
On Social Media, Young Voters Focus on Community
Mutual aid, grass-roots organizing and a belief that people need to take care of each other have been popular topics on social media.Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 9
