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Spain edges past Belgium 2-1 in a heart-pounding World Cup quarter-final, thanks to a late, clutch goal from substitute Mikel Merino — his third game-changing strike in as many tournaments. Fabian Ruiz gave Spain the early lead, but De Ketelaere equalized before halftime. With extra time looming, Merino struck in the 88th minute to seal Spain’s spot in the semi-finals against France, reigniting th...

Drogheda United stunned Dundalk with a dramatic 2-1 comeback win in a fiery Louth derby, ending a nine-match winless streak and sending shockwaves through the League of Ireland Premier Division. Dundalk led thanks to Gbemi Arubi’s seventh goal of the season, but Drogheda surged back in the second half, with Shane Farrell delivering the knockout blows — a stunning free-kick and a clinical finish —...

Apple just dropped a legal bombshell — suing OpenAI for allegedly stealing trade secrets via two former Apple employees who allegedly leaked hardware designs, manufacturing secrets, and supply chain intel to help OpenAI build consumer AI hardware. The suit claims one employee even hacked Apple’s network to download sensitive files after failing to return a company laptop. With OpenAI eyeing hardwa...

A deadly wildfire in southern Spain has killed at least twelve people, with dozens missing and thousands of hectares destroyed—officials call it the region’s worst blaze in history. The fire, sparked near Los Gallardos and fueled by extreme heat and high winds, reportedly claimed victims in cars and on foot, with some possibly ignoring evacuation warnings. Investigators are probing a broken cable...

Dublin’s bold new MetroLink project is heating up—with billions on the line and land already seized. Critics question the cost, comparing it to cheaper European rail projects, while defenders argue the city’s long overdue for high-capacity transit. As the agency TII becomes Dublin’s biggest landowner, the real test lies in how they manage key urban zones like O’Connell Street and St. Stephen’s Gre...

A tragic crash on the R445 Dublin Road in Co Kildare has claimed the life of a cyclist in his forties. Found this afternoon and pronounced dead at the scene, the incident is believed to have occurred between 10:30 PM and 12:30 AM Thursday night. The road remains closed as authorities seek public assistance—any dash cam or phone footage from the area, or even witness info, could be vital. Contact K...

Sexual assault treatment units nationwide saw a five percent surge in visits last year, with Dublin’s Rotunda leading the rise at over twelve percent. Over a thousand people sought help, half under twenty-five, and while women still made up eighty-nine percent of attendees, men’s share rose to ten percent — a notable shift. Alarmingly, assaults involving multiple attackers are climbing, though mos...

A 29-year-old woman, Ceiligh McCormack, was released on bail after her detention was challenged in the High Court — she’d been held because no lawyer would take her case under a new legal aid system that pays a flat €520 for all District Court appearances, regardless of how many court dates are needed. Facing robbery charges, she was remanded in custody after police opposed bail. Her legal team ar...

Michael Ward walks free after a jury delivers a unanimous not guilty verdict on all rape and sexual assault charges, ending a grueling three-and-a-half-year legal battle that shattered his career and personal life. The actor, who hasn’t worked since allegations surfaced in January 2023, expressed hope to rebuild, while his defense argued the accuser’s story was inconsistent and untruthful. Ward, a...

Rory McIlroy surges to the top of the Genesis Scottish Open leaderboard at 13-under, tied with Jordan Smith and Tom Kim, after a stellar second-round 66. Meanwhile, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler shocks fans by missing the cut for the first time in over four years — ending his 78-cut streak — but remains proud of his consistency. On the LPGA side, England’s Lottie Woad leads the Evian Championship...

Fozzy Stack eyes his first French Group One triumph as Thesecretadversary heads to Deauville with jockey Christophe Soumillon, fresh off a Royal Ascot win—while back home, Pat Kelly faces a suspended license after regulatory breaches, raising questions about accountability in Irish racing. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adv...

Mbappé slams referee Frappart as “despicable” after a match, sparking a fiery legal threat from the French official who calls his remarks gender-based violence and demands an apology — while Brazil’s World Cup exit left most players flying home solo, and Cape Verde’s 40-year-old goalie Vozinha gets a bizarre honor: a tiny sea slug named after him. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow...

Aidan O’Brien shifts focus from stallion breeding to racing this weekend, sending filly True Love into the Prix Jean Prat against colts, while Mission Central eyes a historic July Cup win — a race that’s launched five of O’Brien’s past champions into stud fame. With a field stacked with top contenders like Satono Reve and Almeraq, and Venetian Sun potentially sidelined by ground conditions, the st...

Ireland’s top CEOs are cashing in big time—with average pay jumps of 9.6% to nearly 4.8 million euros, and some earning over 300 times what their staff make. Most hit over a million, driven by stock bonuses tied to soaring shares. While the U.S. sees even wilder numbers, Ireland’s elite boards are fueling debates on wealth taxes and pay equity, especially as the gap widens between corporate titans...

A murder investigation in County Kerry has led authorities to a Jordanian man, Ahmed Al-Saqar, who was seen leaving the home of victim Jamey Carney just before her death. The couple, who had been in a relationship for months, had recently returned to Killarney after a trip to Jordan. Carney, originally from New York and a healthcare consultant, was raising her 13-year-old daughter when she was fou...

Markets shrugged off Middle East tensions as stocks rallied globally, with Wall Street eyeing SK Hynix’s blockbuster IPO and Europe’s FTSE 100 boosted by Vodafone and EasyJet’s surges — though ASML and defense stocks pulled back, and inflation fears lingered with oil’s climb. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn....

When the heat hits, your body’s asking for mercy—especially if you’re hitting the gym or training. Midday workouts? Skip ’em; your heart rate spikes dangerously. Instead, tackle your fitness goals early or late. Working from home? Not always cooler—modern offices with AC and airflow can be safer. Employers should offer flexible hours for outdoor workers and prioritize hydration. Pub crawls? Alcoho...

A spilled oil incident turned deadly when Housseyn Chaoui, 30, stabbed a friend twice in the garden during Ramadan — once in the chest, once in the back — after a prior fight was broken up. The victim survived with hospitalization, while Chaoui, who has nine prior convictions and a history of being assaulted himself (leading to epilepsy and memory loss), pleaded guilty to assault causing harm. Des...

The plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and let Iran sell oil under U.S. waivers—once hailed by Trump as a win—collapsed within weeks after Iranian strikes on ships triggered a swift U.S. military response. With over 170 Iranian targets bombed and talks stalled, the U.S. has reverted to sanctions and airstrikes, a strategy that’s failed before and now risks escalating conflict without a clear path...

Trump just emptied the Election Assistance Commission — the federal body that oversees election integrity — by firing its last three members, leaving it completely vacant ahead of the midterms. With the Supreme Court recently expanding presidential power to remove agency heads, and amid Trump’s push for federal control over voting, the move raises alarms. The commission, which certifies voting sys...

Alexander Zverev cruised to a straight-sets win over Arthur Fery at Wimbledon, ending the Brit’s inspiring semi-final run—but Fery’s performance was a breakout moment. After a tense, competitive first set, Zverev seized control in the tiebreak and delivered a masterclass in focus and execution. Though Fery, just 24 and with only two career main-draw wins, fell short, his gritty, fearless run to th...

Amtivo is locked in a high-stakes legal battle with its former employees and rival West Assured, accusing them of a “rapid migration” that stole clients and proprietary knowledge — claiming 82% of departing clients went straight to the new firm. The company secured an interim court order against ex-employee Martin Heduvan to halt client poaching and data leaks, though competition restrictions were...

A serious collision between a bike and a pedestrian unfolded on Talbot Street in Dublin’s city centre yesterday afternoon, prompting a swift emergency response from Gardaí and the Dublin Fire Brigade. A young person was rushed to hospital with injuries, as crews arrived within minutes of the 12:30 PM incident. The community is holding its breath, hoping for a full recovery, while emergency service...

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A six-million-euro Dublin penthouse is at the center of a high-stakes legal battle after its owner, Aideen O’Byrne, claims the apartment is dangerously overheated—reaching 33°C inside and 29°C in the lobby—blaming faulty heating systems. Though the property was once touted as Ireland’s most expensive, O’Byrne sued the developers, Copper Bridge, who deny the claims and say they’ve spent three years...