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Limerick City and County Council stepped in to seize a 14-year-old abandoned bay horse in Athea after its owner vanished — and they’ve got no idea who it belongs to. With a strict 5-day window to claim the animal, the council’s next move? A shelter transfer — unless someone steps forward. This isn’t the first time — but it’s a sobering reminder of the fragile line between neglect and responsibilit...

Ireland’s sweltering heat is here to stay — a new heat advisory covers ten counties including Clare, Cork, and Galway, with temps soaring past 27°C and nights barely dipping below 15°C. With an existing heat warning set to expire, this extended spell is straining resources, prompting Uisce Éireann to urge everyone to conserve water — farms, homes, and businesses included. Stay cool, stay smart, an...

Conor McGregor is back in the octagon at 4 AM Sunday, facing Max Holloway in a high-stakes, no-title fight that’s all about redemption—especially with Irish fans—and proving he still has what it takes after a five-year hiatus and a brutal leg injury. Once the UFC’s first two-weight champion and global superstar, McGregor’s career has since nosedived, turning him into a cautionary tale. While big n...

Irish Chamber Orchestra’s rising stars, ICO Youth, are set to dazzle at WOWFest in Wells, Somerset, with three electrifying performances across the weekend—opening the festival, headlining a dedicated concert, and closing with an outdoor show. Hailing from Limerick’s vibrant music scene, these award-winning young musicians recently took first prize at Feis Ceoil and swept three trophies at Vienna’...

A tragic motorcycle collision on the Coolmillish Road in Markethill claimed a life Friday morning, with the rider pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency services rushed to the crash site around 11:40 AM, shutting down the road temporarily before reopening it. Authorities have not yet released the motorcyclist’s identity and are actively investigating the cause of the crash. Anyone with dashcam fo...

You were born ready—no swimsuit prep needed. This powerful episode dismantles the myth that you must achieve a “summer body” to wear a bikini, tracing the author’s journey from shame and societal pressure to radical body neutrality. From childhood taunts to well-meaning but harmful messages from her mother, she reveals how deeply ingrained these expectations were—until her own daughter, at sevente...

Bonfires blaze across Northern Ireland as Twelfth of July celebrations kick off, with Corcrain in Portadown drawing huge crowds and fireworks — all leading up to the Orange Order’s July 12 parades commemorating the Battle of the Boyne. But tensions flare when symbols like mosque replicas appear atop bonfires, sparking outrage and division. A controversial early-night bonfire in Moygashel, lit a da...

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Element Six is racing to reclaim money lost to U.S. tariffs that slashed its revenue by 13% and turned profits into losses last year, now that the Supreme Court has ruled the tariffs were improperly imposed — though no clear path for refunds exists yet. The company, still operating strong with 400+ staff in Shannon and key markets across the globe, is teaming up with tax advisors to navigate the l...

Ukraine’s ex-foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba is demanding Ireland halt alumina exports from the Aughinish plant to Russia, warning the material fuels Russian weapons that kill Ukrainians. Owned by Russian firm Rusal, the plant’s output is allegedly sent to Russian smelters that supply aluminum to Russia’s arms industry — a chain Kuleba says Ireland must break. While praising Ireland’s refugee aid a...

Ireland’s rugby squad is shaking things up ahead of their rematch against Japan in Newcastle, Australia—packing in four debutants and rotating key players to freshen up the lineup. Sean Jansen starts at number eight, while Billy Bohan, Sam Illo, and Bryn Ward all make their national team debuts off the bench. A new halfback duo of Ciarán Frawley and Craig Casey joins Robbie Henshaw at outside cent...

Get ready for an unforgettable cultural explosion in Lismore, Ireland, as the historic town prepares to host Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2026 from July 11th to 18th — a week-long festival packed with thousands of musicians, dancers, and singers celebrating traditional Irish music and heritage. Kick off with a church service and céilí dance, dive into lectures on the Book of Lismore, enjoy Singers’ Nig...

Working families are bearing the brunt of a broken system where hard work doesn’t pay off—especially when both parents are employed. Rising costs for essentials like gas, groceries, and childcare are crushing household budgets, with parents in Limerick paying up to $300 weekly for crèche care. As childcare centers face closures and inflation eats into their margins, urgent calls are rising for gov...

A shocking murder has rocked Britain: former MP and Reform UK figure Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her Dartmoor home after sustaining serious injuries. Initially, a 26-year-old man was arrested but has since been released as police shift focus to a broader investigation. Authorities stress they’re examining all evidence thoroughly and have ruled out terrorism or political motive. The trage...

A narrow, high-risk road in Dunmore East, Circular Road, is sparking safety concerns as housing grows around it — local councillor Pat Fitzgerald is pushing for a 30km/h speed limit, part of Ireland’s nationwide Phase Two speed review. With public consultation upcoming, this case highlights the urgent balance between urban development and resident safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Sol...

A mother of one with a son on the autism spectrum, 34-year-old Eleanor Nevin, was caught in a high-stakes drug bust in Limerick after a Snapchat deal went south — she was handed over 35,000 euro worth of cocaine by a masked e-bike courier near King John’s Castle. Admitting to addiction and a crippling debt, she claimed she thought the drugs were worth just 200 euros and intended to sell them in Ga...

A 28-year-old inmate, Corey OBrien, facing new theft and driving charges while already locked up, chose to represent himself in court after legal aid lawyers went on strike. Despite no lawyer, he pleaded guilty immediately — a move the judge credited, leading to a four-month sentence that simply extends his current time behind bars. With a prior record of 65 convictions, including 12 thefts and a...

Mazda’s new all-electric CX-60e is here to steal the show with a 484-km range, 80% charging in 24 minutes, and driver-centric tech like three driving modes, a heads-up display, and gesture controls. Passengers get their own screen to tweak climate and legroom, while safety features include child detection and adaptive cruise. Launching in Europe late summer 2026, it’s Mazda’s bold move to fuse ele...

Keith Gleeson, ex-Irish rugby star and vocal critic, warns Australia’s Super Rugby is on the brink — plagued by late-night fixtures, weak product, and dwindling audience appeal. While grassroots rugby thrives, the domestic competition risks collapse within years, forcing Aussie talent overseas to leagues in Japan and Europe. Gleeson argues that big events like the Lions tour and World Cup won’t fi...

Louth and Mayo collide in an All-Ireland semi-final that’s as much about resilience as it is about raw talent—both teams are in bonus territory, having clawed their way to this stage after improbable journeys. Louth, once Division Four underdogs, now march undefeated through the series with a gritty, improving squad despite management upheavals. Mayo, meanwhile, brings seasoned semi-final experien...

DCC, the energy giant founded in 1976, is caught in a high-stakes takeover battle as a U.S. private equity group offers 6.67 billion euros — a price founder Jim Flavin and major investors like Fidelity and Aviva say is way too low. Flavin, who stepped down but still holds a big stake, insists the company deserves closer to 100 euros per share, calling the board’s initial nod to the offer a mistake...

SpaceX is skyrocketing not just in space but on Wall Street, with analysts like Raymond James daring to predict stock values over $1,000, fueled by projections of $837 billion in revenue by 2031 and $696 billion in earnings — all while calling the company the “apex of civilizational ambition.” Firms including Citi, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley are backing similarly bold forecasts, envisioning...

Energia’s future is heating up with a major leadership overhaul: Gary McGann, a seasoned exec from Smurfit Kappa and Aer Lingus, takes the helm as new chairman, backed by French giant Ardian’s recent acquisition — their first major Irish play. McGann’s deep industry chops are seen as vital for driving Ireland’s energy transition, while Paul Mulvaney joins the board to add more firepower. The move...

When photographer Laura Menassa asked people what they’d grab if forced to flee home, it began as a sentimental thought experiment—until war in southern Lebanon turned it into a brutal reality. Displaced women now prioritize survival: medicine, IDs, and basic supplies over trophies or mementos. One woman saved a baby bottle and a watch after losing her husband; another carried her son’s photo, vit...

Randox, Northern Ireland’s major diagnostics giant, slashed 400 jobs — a 17% workforce cut — after posting a £17M loss, marking its second consecutive year in the red. The layoffs, mostly in R&D, reflect a post-pandemic restructuring, though the company still pours 25% of revenue into innovation, maintaining a team of 600 scientists. Founded in the 80s and pivotal in the UK’s Covid testing, Randox...