Discussions from the 1970s about the optimal number of rooms in shared student apartments highlight the ongoing need for careful consideration in their construction.

An opinion piece argues that if society is to fund student housing, it should focus on providing shared apartments rather than studio flats, which are seen as potentially isolating.

Albanian club Egnatia will face Moldovan side Petrocub in the return leg of their first-round Champions League qualifier today. Following a 1-1 draw in the away match, Egnatia hopes to secure a historic qualification at home.

Joint combat uniforms used by Norway, Sweden, and Finland have shown durability issues with fabrics, zippers, knits, and seams, as well as breathability and fit, particularly failing Finnish washing standards.

Commuters in Dublin are facing significant disruption as both Luas tram lines have been impacted by a power outage.

Communities in Cork, Ireland, have expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed route for the Cork Luas public transport system.

Áine Ní Bhreisleáin shares a personal reflection on the joy and lightness she feels from the music of her community.

The Finnish Defence Forces are constructing permanent combat positions along the coast of the Eastern Gulf of Finland, designed to be assembled quickly and usable during exercises and exceptional circumstances.

Dublin is experiencing major disruptions to its train, Dart, and Luas services over the bank holiday weekend, with all Northern Commuter services cancelled.

The Finnish Defense Forces are building permanent battle positions in the Kymenlaakso region during a Coastal Brigade combat exercise in May.

The collaboration between Iittala and Pokémon made the design expert's hair stand on end. Kaj Kalin talks about the state of Finnish design nullity and speculates on Iittala's sales.

Approximately 20,000 individuals were issued fines for fare evasion on Dublin's Luas tram service last year, with the average penalty costing €46. Despite over 55 million annual passengers, only about 54 penalties were issued daily.

The state transport body has opened a public consultation for the new preferred route of the €2 billion Luas Cork line, which features 27 stops and would notably split the Cork University Hospital campus.

The planned 4km extension of Dublin's Luas tram line from Cabra to Finglas, estimated to cost €600m, can now proceed after High Court cases related to the project were resolved.

Fuel protests are causing significant disruption to roads and public transport services across Ireland, including major motorways and Dublin's bus and Luas services.

Dublin's public transport network experienced significant disruptions this morning, affecting both bus services and the green Luas tram line.

Luas and Iarnród Éireann services in Ireland will experience several changes and partial suspensions over the Easter Bank holiday weekend, with passengers advised to plan extra travel time.

Some Red Line Luas services in Dublin are not operating, and Green Line services are delayed due to a power failure and a medical emergency.

Trupul unui bărbat care luase parte la protestele anti-guvernamentale de la Teheran din ianuarie a fost returnat familiei sale la aproape 50 de zile de la dispariție.

Incidents on Dublin's Luas tram system, including a teenager being dragged along a platform and a dog owner dragged after their pet boarded, have prompted calls for anti-drag technology.

Marlborough Street in Dublin city center has been closed and Luas tram services suspended due to an unspecified 'incident'. Tram services are partially running on other routes.

A houseboat has partially sunk in the Grand Canal near the Charlemont Luas stop in Dublin, prompting Waterways Ireland to initiate recovery efforts.

A man accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl at a Luas stop has been granted bail, despite objections from the Gardaí. The court's decision allows the accused to be released pending further legal proceedings.

Ireland's upcoming Congestion Action Plan aims to alleviate traffic by introducing a new Luas timetable and increasing Garda enforcement of bus lanes, with extended Dart services to Drogheda also proposed.

A Luas tram that was damaged during the 2023 riots has been returned to the Sandyford Luas depot and is back in service after undergoing repair works in France.

The Red Line Luas service in Dublin was disrupted in both directions due to a collision near Smithfield, with emergency services attending the scene.

Met Éireann forecasts sunny spells and showers for the bank holiday weekend, with travel in Dublin affected by Luas works and a half-marathon.

Luas Red Line services in Dublin were significantly delayed following a collision involving a car, a bus, and a tram. Services have since resumed after the incident was cleared.

Emergency services are attending a fire at a well-known pub on Eden Quay in Dublin’s city centre this morning.

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has unveiled the proposed route for a new light rail line, known as Luas Cork, which will feature 27 stops.

The Luas Finglas extension project is back on track after a legal challenge by several companies, including Manhattan Peanuts, was resolved through a mutual agreement.

A man was robbed, thrown onto Luas tracks, strangled, and hit with a glass bottle in Dublin, leading to the jailing of a man and woman responsible for the attack.

Fuel protests in Dublin, Ireland, have caused significant disruption, bringing buses and Luas trams to a standstill and blocking lines at O’Connell Bridge as demonstrations continued into the night.

Irish Rail has confirmed that significant works will lead to partial suspensions of the Red Luas line and Dart services over the Easter weekend, causing changes to scheduled services.

Red Line Luas services are currently suspended between Blackhorse and Heuston Station due to an incident at Steven's Lane.

Tram set ablaze during rioting in November 2023 when windows were shattered and burning bin brought on board

Siptu the union said that workers will transfer over to the new provider and that protections are in place.

The popularity of shared student housing in Finland has been steadily decreasing, indicating a need for student accommodation to be built according to current demand.

Red Line Luas tram services in Dublin were disrupted following a road incident that occurred at the Museum Luas stop in the early afternoon.

Luas Red Line services are currently not operating between Red Cow and Belgard due to a signal fault. Commuters are advised of disruptions to their travel plans.

The Luas Red Line in Dublin is experiencing disruption, with trams not running between Connolly Station and The Point, following an incident at Mayor Square on Friday evening.

Green Line Luas tram services in Dublin city center were suspended between St Stephen's Green and Dominick Street following a serious incident on Marlborough Street.

The shirts of the Finnish Defense Forces' new combat uniforms are reportedly unable to withstand sweating, adding to previous issues of tearing, holing, and fading.

A woman who targeted tram users in Dublin has been ordered to stay off the Luas for two years after plainclothes gardaí observed her attempting to pickpocket a tourist.

Ilie Bolojan, a prominent liberal, sent a message to fellow liberals, reminding them of the circumstances surrounding the formation of the PNL-PSD alliance in 2021, noting that decisions were made in 'other offices'.

Traficom announced that the number of complaints concerning the Digital Services Act significantly increased last year, with most complaints related to large social media platforms.

A public consultation has been launched for the preferred route of the proposed Luas light rail system in Cork. The planned route aims to connect Ballincollig to Mahon Point.

Legal challenges brought by local businesses against the €600 million Luas extension to Finglas, northwest Dublin, have been resolved. This settlement allows work to proceed on the significant infrastructure project.

Finland has spent 65 million euros on combat uniforms that are reportedly tearing, getting holes, and fading. The uniforms have been in use and tested since last summer by various units including the Jaeger Brigade.

Since the beginning of last year, 14 individuals in Finland have had their protected status revoked on the grounds of national security threats.

Emergency services are currently attending an incident in Dublin city centre, which has led to a partial suspension of Luas Red Line services. The nature of the incident has not yet been specified.

The National Transport Authority (NTA) in Ireland has launched a public consultation to introduce a consistent policy for carrying pets on bus, rail, and Luas services.

A 15-year-old displaying a plastic toy gun at a school in Vantaa, Finland, resulted in a criminal report, a home search, and a child welfare notification. No real weapons were found at the suspect's home.

US Vice Admiral Fred Kacher has been dismissed from his role as Director of the Joint Staff, a position he had only taken up in December.