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Man Settles Brain Injury Case for €9.75 Million
Politicsirish-times7h ago

Man Settles Brain Injury Case for €9.75 Million

A man who alleged a brain injury after contracting meningitis as a baby has settled his case for €9.75 million, with the HSE denying claims of alleged delay in diagnosis at Limerick Maternity Hospital in 2000.

DCC Shares Soar on Takeover Bid from KKR and Energy Capital
FinanceFTYahooirish-independent9h ago3 sources

DCC Shares Soar on Takeover Bid from KKR and Energy Capital

Shares of DCC surged after the company confirmed it is considering a takeover bid from KKR and Energy Capital, potentially valuing the firm at €8 billion. This news comes as CVC also reportedly weighs a separate €9 billion bid for Italian payments group Nexi.

Three Fatal Road Crashes Reported Across Ireland
Worldirish-timesrte-news10h ago2 sources

Three Fatal Road Crashes Reported Across Ireland

Three separate road traffic incidents have resulted in fatalities across Ireland, with deaths reported in Longford, Galway, and Cork. The crashes involved a driver and a pedestrian.

Public Figures Engaged in Separate High-Profile Legal Disputes
CultureYahooirish-timesirish-independent+3rolling-stonetmzpunch-ng20h ago6 sources

Public Figures Engaged in Separate High-Profile Legal Disputes

Several public figures are involved in distinct legal battles, including Michael Flatley in a High Court dispute with his former solicitor over lodged funds. Separately, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's lawyers are preparing for trial, arguing over expert witnesses in their ongoing case.

Irish Government Parties Clash Over New Short-Term Letting Rules
Politicsirish-independent22h ago

Irish Government Parties Clash Over New Short-Term Letting Rules

Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, key parties in the Irish government, are reportedly clashing over proposed new rules for short-term lettings. Despite the government's insistence that there is "no row," tensions appear to be rising between the coalition partners.

Irish Marriage Rates Decline Amid Changing Preferences
Cultureirish-independent22h ago

Irish Marriage Rates Decline Amid Changing Preferences

New figures from the Central Statistics Office show a 7.7% decline in marriages in Ireland between 2014 and 2024. Experts suggest this indicates a redistribution of demand rather than a collapse, reflecting evolving preferences among couples.

Arrests Made in Edenderry Fatal House Fire
Politicsirish-timesirish-independentrte-news+1the-journal1d ago4 sources

Arrests Made in Edenderry Fatal House Fire

Gardaí have arrested a teenager and three men in connection with a house fire in Edenderry that killed four-year-old Tadgh Farrell and his great-aunt Mary Holt. The arrests follow an investigation into the fatal blaze.

Pedestrians Injured in Separate Road Accidents
Worldirish-independentvijesti-me1d ago2 sources

Pedestrians Injured in Separate Road Accidents

Multiple pedestrians, including an elderly man in Co Longford and an elderly woman in Bijelo Polje, were injured in separate road crashes, with one man in critical condition.

DNA Analysis for Tuam Babies to Include First Cousins
Healththe-journal1d ago

DNA Analysis for Tuam Babies to Include First Cousins

New legislation is being drafted in Ireland to expand DNA analysis for identifying the remains of children from the Tuam Mother and Baby Home to include first cousins. This development follows advancements in forensic science.

Woman Dies After Assault in Waterford; Man Arrested
Worldberlingskepolitikenirish-times+4jutarnji-listirish-independentrte-newsthe-journal1d ago7 sources

Woman Dies After Assault in Waterford; Man Arrested

A woman in her 40s has died following a suspected assault at a residence in Waterford, Ireland. A man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Fuel Protest Peace Deal Details Sent to Cabinet
Worldirish-independent1d ago

Fuel Protest Peace Deal Details Sent to Cabinet

Details of a peace deal aimed at resolving fuel protests have been submitted to the Cabinet for review. This move comes as support schemes are being prepared for launch to address the issues raised by the protests.

Man Pleads Guilty to Jam Master Jay Murder Two Decades Later
CultureAPBBCThe Guardian+19CNNdr-dkberlingskeSCMPsvenska-dagbladettelexvgThe Independent+11 more1d ago22 sources

Man Pleads Guilty to Jam Master Jay Murder Two Decades Later

A man has pleaded guilty to his involvement in the 2002 murder of Run-DMC DJ Jam Master Jay, two decades after the hip-hop pioneer's death. Jay Bryant admitted his role in the killing, which occurred in a Queens recording studio.

Senior Kinahan Cartel Member Seán McGovern Sentenced
Worldirish-timesthe-journal2d ago2 sources

Senior Kinahan Cartel Member Seán McGovern Sentenced

Seán McGovern, a senior member of the Kinahan cartel, has been sentenced for his role in directing a gang responsible for the murder of an innocent man. Court proceedings also revealed him discussing targets after the Regency Hotel shooting.

Ireland Opens €100M Fuel Aid Amid Farmer Protests
Businessirish-timesirish-independent14h ago2 sources

Ireland Opens €100M Fuel Aid Amid Farmer Protests

Amid ongoing fuel protests by farmers, the Irish government is set to open a €100 million fuel support scheme for farmers and contractors next week. The initiative aims to address concerns over rising fuel costs.

Report: Ireland Needs €700M Annually for Nature Restoration
Environmentirish-timesrte-news23h ago2 sources

Report: Ireland Needs €700M Annually for Nature Restoration

A recent report and advisory body indicate that Ireland requires an annual investment of €700 million to restore its nature and protect remaining wildlife. They stress the importance of establishing a dedicated fund to achieve these critical conservation objectives.

Two Hospitalized After Dublin City Centre Pub Fire
Worldirish-timesirish-independentthe-journal1d ago3 sources

Two Hospitalized After Dublin City Centre Pub Fire

A fire at a pub in Dublin city centre led to two hospitalizations and prompted emergency services to respond, causing disruptions to Luas services and commuter delays.

Reluctant Animal Rescuer Fights to Keep Sanctuary Open
Cultureirish-independent1d ago

Reluctant Animal Rescuer Fights to Keep Sanctuary Open

A dedicated but reluctant animal rescuer is battling to keep her sanctuary operational amidst significant challenges. She frequently considers giving up but continues her work due to the constant need for animal aid.

Ex-TD Jim Glennon's Court Character Reference Sparks Debate
Politicsrte-newsthe-journal2d ago2 sources

Ex-TD Jim Glennon's Court Character Reference Sparks Debate

Former Irish politician Jim Glennon has drawn scrutiny for providing a character reference in court for Daniel Ramamoorthy. The incident has prompted public discussion on the appropriateness and function of such references in legal proceedings.

Irish Government Announces New Fuel Supports After Protests
BusinessBBCrte-newsmyjoyonline9h ago3 sources

Irish Government Announces New Fuel Supports After Protests

The Irish government has announced further fuel support measures in response to recent protests over rising costs. This decision aims to alleviate financial pressure on citizens, though some reports also touch on the slow progress of EV bus initiatives.

Man Charged in Fatal Waterford Assault
Worldirish-timesrte-newsthe-journal12h ago3 sources

Man Charged in Fatal Waterford Assault

A man in his 30s has been charged in connection with the fatal assault of a woman, identified as Yveta Donovalova, in Waterford city. The charges follow an investigation into the woman's death.

Dublin: 11-Year-Old Fires Suspect's Dropped Gun
Politicsirish-independent14h ago

Dublin: 11-Year-Old Fires Suspect's Dropped Gun

An 11-year-old boy reportedly fired a gun that had been dropped by a suspect in Dublin, with a 6-year-old present at the scene. Authorities are continuing their search for the weapon involved in the incident.

Rental Reform Confusion Leads to Risk of Wrongful Evictions
Politicsirish-timesthe-journal21h ago2 sources

Rental Reform Confusion Leads to Risk of Wrongful Evictions

A tenants' support charity has warned that confusion surrounding new rental reform rules is causing landlords to wrongly evict tenants. This misunderstanding among both landlords and renters is creating a risk of unnecessary evictions.

Gary Owens Appointed New DAA Chairman
Businessirish-independent1d ago

Gary Owens Appointed New DAA Chairman

Dublin Bus chairman Gary Owens has been named as the next chairman of DAA (Dublin Airport Authority), set to take over from Basil Geoghegan on June 14.

Man Jailed 14 Years for Sexual Abuse of Daughters
Healthirish-times2d ago

Man Jailed 14 Years for Sexual Abuse of Daughters

Benedick Joel, 46, from Barna, Galway, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for the sexual abuse of two daughters in a family he befriended, involving emotional manipulation and a serious breach of trust.

Stardust Payment Scheme Seeks UK Applicants
Culturerte-news2d ago

Stardust Payment Scheme Seeks UK Applicants

The Irish Department of Justice is collaborating with the Irish Embassy in London to promote the Stardust payment scheme and reach potential applicants residing in the UK. This initiative aims to ensure all eligible individuals are aware of the compensation program.