UK Citizens Protest Brexit Outside British Embassy in Dublin
September 3, 2019 No Responses

UK Citizens Protest Brexit Outside British Embassy in Dublin

A protest has taken place outside the British Embassy in Dublin over the proroguing of the UK Parliament. UK citizens who have made their home in the Republic of Ireland took part in the Brits Not Out demonstration this evening....
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US Coast Guard Boat Washes Up on Clare Coast
September 3, 2019 No Responses

US Coast Guard Boat Washes Up on Clare Coast

An American coast guard boat has washed up off the coast of Co Clare. It was spotted yesterday by a local cruise company, and after attracting some local interest it was towed back to shore, where it was discovered to...
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Judge Told That Courts Should Put ‘Shoulders to the Wheel’ in Brexit Challenge
September 3, 2019 No Responses

Judge Told That Courts Should Put ‘Shoulders to the Wheel’ in Brexit Challenge

Courts in Northern Ireland should be prepared to sit during the night and on weekends to ensure a challenge against a no-deal Brexit is heard, a judge was told. A barrister for victims’ campaigner Raymond McCord said it was vital...
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Vice President Pence Meets President Higgins in Dublin
September 3, 2019 No Responses

Vice President Pence Meets President Higgins in Dublin

Mike Pence began the second day of his first official visit to Ireland by meeting the President Michael D Higgins. The US vice president was accompanied by his wife Karen, his mother Nancy Pence-Fritsch and his sister Ann Poynter as...
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Thomas Kavanagh Jailed in UK for 10,000-Volt Stun Gun Disguised as Torch
September 2, 2019 No Responses

Thomas Kavanagh Jailed in UK for 10,000-Volt Stun Gun Disguised as Torch

Senior Kinahan figure Thomas Kavanagh has been jailed for three years in the UK for having an illegal 10,000-volt stun gun disguised as a torch among an arsenal of weaponry in his “highly fortified” mansion home. Kavanagh, originally from Dublin...
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Vice President Mike Pence to Arrive in Shannon Today for Two-Day Visit
September 2, 2019 No Responses

Vice President Mike Pence to Arrive in Shannon Today for Two-Day Visit

US Vice President Mike Pence will arrive in Ireland later for an official visit that will also offer a chance to reconnect with his Irish roots. Mr Pence will fly into Shannon Airport to begin a two-day visit on Monday...
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Barnier Says Backstop is the Best Deal That The EU Will Offer
September 1, 2019 No Responses

Barnier Says Backstop is the Best Deal That The EU Will Offer

Boris Johnson has spoken of “signs of progress” in Brexit discussions – but the EU’s chief negotiator said he is “not optimistic” about avoiding a no-deal departure. Michel Barnier has reaffirmed the European Union’s commitment to the Irish backs...
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Gardaí Escape Injury After Shots Fired at Patrol Van in Dublin
August 31, 2019 No Responses

Gardaí Escape Injury After Shots Fired at Patrol Van in Dublin

Gardaí escaped injury in a suspected gunfire incident that damaged their patrol vehicle in north Dublin. The incident involving two uniformed gardaí happened at around 11.20pm on Friday in the Darndale area of Coolock. They were patrolling the Buttercup Park...
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Lyra McKee’s Sister Receives Standing Ovation for Stormont Speech
August 31, 2019 No Responses

Lyra McKee’s Sister Receives Standing Ovation for Stormont Speech

The sister of murdered journalist Lyra McKee received a standing ovation as she followed in her footsteps to deliver a powerful talk at Stormont. The author’s Ted talk about religious education and its impact on the mental health of young...
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Anti-Brexit Protests in Belfast After Suspension of UK Parliament
August 31, 2019 No Responses

Anti-Brexit Protests in Belfast After Suspension of UK Parliament

Anti-Brexit activists gathered outside City Hall in Belfast to protest against the suspension of UK Parliament. Dozens of demonstrators chanted “stop the coup” while several activists addressed the crowd, condemning Boris Johnson’s move. The diverse gath...
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