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Ireland Enacts Controversial ‘Soft Opt-Out’ Organ Donation Law Amid Ethical Concerns
Irish citizens are now presumed organ donors unless they actively opt out, raising alarm among ethicists and pro-life advocates. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom Ireland has implemented a sweeping change to its organ donation policy that automatically...

Neuro Pride Ireland festival returns in August with fantastic events
The Neuro Pride Ireland festival is set to take place from August 8 to 9 for the fifth year in a row. The event will include both online meet-ups and in-person picnics held in Kilkenny, Dublin, Waterford, and Wexford. Lightning talks and soapbox...

Ireland donates €25,000 to CMP to support identification of the Missing
The government of Ireland has donated €25,000 to the Committee of Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP), bringing its total contribution since 2006 to €500,000. The donation, handed over on Wednesday, will support the CMP’s ongoing efforts to identify...

12 great Cork shops named on list of Ireland's top 100 stores
The top 100 stores in the whole country have been named - with Cork shops making up more than 10% of the prestigious list. Retail Excellence Ireland (REI) conducted a nationwide inspections of shops over the past couple of months using mystery...

Your chance to become the voice of Ring doorbells across Ireland with auditions in Cork
Gone are the days of simply knocking on someone's front door, as more and more people install fancy smart doorbells to handle visitors - and now one leading company is searching for the best voice in the country to record greeting messages. It's...

3 threats for Ireland's new maritime security strategy to solve
Analysis: The strategy comes at a time when Ireland stands at a critical juncture in defining how it will protect one of Europe's largest sea areas By the end of 2025, Ireland will have its first ever National Maritime Security Strategy, intended...

Amazing Ireland - the best vacation destination at any time of year
To spend their vacation in Europe, many travelers choose Great Britain, France, Italy, Spain and other popular tourist countries. At the same time, they often ignore Ireland, which can compete with even the most famous tourist destinations. This...

Tattersalls Ireland Releases September Yearling Sale Catalogue
Cercene [left]: Joe Murphy's stable star was sourced for just €50,000 at the September Yearling Sale | Tattersalls The catalogue for the Tattersalls Ireland September Yearling Sale, of which high-class runners like Docklands, Cercene and Time For...

Roger Casement — honouring a champion for Ireland
The Roger Casement Commemoration and Re-interment Association are holding their annual wreath-laying ceremony outside Pentonville Prison, on Caledonian Road, London this Sunday, August 3 at 1.30pm Tributes will be paid by a number of speakers from...

Ireland’s ‘compassionate’ justice and mental health strategy aims to avoid prison return
The Irish government has published the second annual progress report of the High-Level Taskforce on Mental Health and Addiction, highlighting a series of cross-departmental initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for individuals with mental health...

Ireland Is Now Automatically Putting People On The Organ Harvesting List
(LifeSiteNews) — If you are an adult Irish citizen, you are likely now a potential organ donor – whether you know it or not. On June 17, the Human Tissue Act 2024 came into effect in Ireland. “Under this new legislation, all adults in Ireland will...

HAL elevates Karen Farndell to associate VP, UK & Ireland
Holland America Line promoted Karen Farndell to associate VP, sales & marketing, UK & Ireland, effective immediately. Farndell, who joined HAL as director of sales and marketing for the UK in 2022, will continue to be the most senior...

How has online casino culture changed in Ireland over the past decade?
Casual, often social, and rarely flashy, it was a world where the average Irish gambler rarely looked beyond placing a fiver on a football accumulator or spinning a solitary slot while they waited for a pint. But that was then, and today is very...

Tánaiste says Ireland doubling-down on efforts for Middle East peace amid ceasefire calls
Tánaiste Simon Harris has said Ireland is “doubling down” on efforts to achieve peace in the Middle East by signing a statement calling for end to the war in Gaza. Mr Harris signed the statement alongside his counterparts from Andorra, Australia,...

Ireland leading on remote work jobs - LinkedIn survey
Ireland has been ranked highest across Europe for the availability of remote jobs, according to new research from LinkedIn. The data shows that in Ireland 9.4% of all job postings offering remote work options - almost double the European average...

daa submits planning application for pier 1 west expansion at Dublin Airport to support Ireland’s future growth
daa has submitted a planning application to Fingal County Council seeking permission to expand the existing Pier 1 West building at Dublin Airport. The proposed development will add a second storey to the western end of the current structure,...

Discover Ireland’s hidden corners for the curious traveler
Beyond the famous Cliffs of Moher and bustling streets of Dublin, the island is dotted with lesser-known gems waiting to be explored. For travelers who crave authentic experiences and a touch of adventure, Ireland’s hidden corners offer a warm...

Ireland, 14 nations call for two-state solution in Gaza
Tánaiste Simon Harris has said that Ireland signed a joint statement alongside 14 other foreign ministers to call for an immediate Gaza ceasefire and the implementation of a two-state solution. The meeting took place at the High-level...

Want to go whale watching in Ireland? Follow these handy tips
Outdoor adventurer Marius Monaghan shares his tips for whale watching in Ireland. If you've been scrolling through TikTok or Instagram this summer, you'll likely have seen some incredible videos of sea pups, basking sharks, dolphins, and humpback...

Ireland joins French-led 'collective appeal' to nations to recognise Palestine
IRELAND IS AMONG 15 nations that have called for the world to recognise a Palestinian state and reiterated commitment for a two-state solution. A joint statement made by the ministers of foreign affairs of the countries attached to the statement...