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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Hotel review: 'It lacks some in-house facilities, but is still one of my all-time favourites in Dublin - if not Ireland'

Haddington House Hotel in Dún Laoghaire has undergone a €4.5m renovation, adding luxurious roll-top tubs to enhance guest experience.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

The U.S. Just Updated Its Travel Advisory for This Popular European Destination-Here's What Travelers Should Know

Travelers to Ireland are advised to be cautious of petty crime despite the country being classified as safe.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'Such a tragic loss of life' - Brothers who drowned off Clare's west coast named locally

Two Afghan brothers tragically drowned while fishing in rough waters at Pulleen Bay, prompting community mourning and a search operation.
#knock-airport
London startup
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'You can feel the movement of the water while looking out at the sea' - Ireland's first floating sauna to launch in Dun Laoghaire

Helios Sauna will launch a floating sauna in Dún Laoghaire Harbour this summer after securing a competitive licence.
Liverpool FC
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

National Football League - as it happened: Donegal and Kerry head for Division 1 final as Dublin and Monaghan relegated

Donegal and Kerry advance to the Division 1 final, while Dublin and Monaghan face relegation.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Protestors against 10bn Shannon pipeline blast 'skewed' proposal to transport region's water to Dublin

A proposed 170km pipeline aims to pump 330 million litres of water daily from Co Clare to Dublin, costing up to €10 billion.
#weather
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

End to fine spell on horizon as Met Eireann gives 'unsettled' prediction for next week

Persistent rainfall is expected in northwestern counties, with mixed conditions across the country and cooler temperatures than recent days.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

End to fine spell on horizon as Met Eireann gives 'unsettled' prediction for next week

Persistent rainfall is expected in northwestern counties, with mixed conditions across the country and cooler temperatures than recent days.
#slow-travel
London food
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago

In remote western Ireland, travel moves at its own pace

Western Ireland's slow travel movement combines minimalist design, sustainable food practices, and intentional disconnection to revive regional traditions and create meaningful experiences.
London food
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 weeks ago

In Remote Western Ireland, Travel Moves at Its Own Pace

Western Ireland's slow travel movement combines minimalist design, local food systems, and sustainable practices to revive traditional ways of life and regional heritage.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Two anglers die after falling into the sea in Clare

Two men fishing in Pulleen Bay drowned, prompting a search operation by the Irish Coast Guard and recovery of their bodies.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'No strong evidence' that Irish airspace being used by US to attack Iran, Taoiseach says

Taoiseach Micheál Martin states no strong evidence exists that US uses Irish airspace for Iran operations, but acknowledges government limitations in investigating potential violations.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

National Leagues - as it happened: Results and reports from today's hurling and football action

Galway defeated Monaghan 2-09 to 1-20 in Division 1, securing their second win and leapfrogging Armagh and Dublin to improve their relegation survival prospects.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Ryanair to create hundreds of jobs in 40m airport expansion plans

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
Boston food
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Plans for Donald Trump's 'spectacular' Doonbeg ballroom appealed - 'Please refuse this nonsense'

Planning permission for a new ballroom at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Co Clare has been appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála by a Longford environmental scientist.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ireland's basic income for artists changed my life. Other people deserve the same luck | Caelainn Hogan

An Irish government pilot providing 325 weekly basic income to 2,000 randomly selected artists generated 1.39 euros in societal return per euro spent, demonstrating that unconditional artist support yields measurable economic and social benefits.
Beer
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

13 Haunted Irish Pubs From Around The World - Tasting Table

Irish pubs are reputed to be haunted by spirits and ghosts, with establishments like Kyteler's Inn and Grace Neill's featuring documented paranormal activity and historical tragic events.
#family-staycations
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Travel

10 Center Parcs swaps in Ireland - family-friendly Irish stays that are cheaper, cosier or comfier

Travel
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

10 Center Parcs swaps in Ireland - family-friendly stays that are cheaper, cosier or comfier

Center Parcs dominates Irish family staycations since 2019, but high costs and value concerns drive interest in alternative vacation options.
Travel
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

10 Center Parcs swaps in Ireland - family-friendly Irish stays that are cheaper, cosier or comfier

Center Parcs dominates Irish family staycations since 2019, but high costs and value concerns drive interest in alternative vacation options.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Plan to turn Irish borderlands into Unesco region of literature'

A literary heritage initiative aims to rebrand the Ireland-Northern Ireland border as a Unesco region of literature, creating nine guided routes through 11 counties associated with major writers like Yeats, Beckett, and Heaney.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Rules for building one-off rural homes will be relaxed by summer, says Housing Minister James Browne

The government will liberalize planning rules by summer to enable more one-off home construction on private land in rural areas, making guidelines mandatory for all local authorities.
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Absolute Best Irish Pub In Every State - Tasting Table

A lot of things come together for the perfect pour, including temperature and the cleanliness of lines. Bottom line? Yes, it's all better in Ireland. However, that's not to say there aren't some outstanding Irish pubs in the U.S., because there are.
Boston food
#dublin-airport-passenger-cap
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago
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US postpones decision on retaliation against Dublin Airport cap

The US Department of Transportation extended its deadline by 30 days to decide on a complaint against Ireland's passenger cap at Dublin Airport, providing relief for Taoiseach Micheál Martin's St Patrick's Day White House visit.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
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John Downing: Lifting of Dublin Airport passenger cap another example of Government listening to outside powers, rather than to the public

Decisions to maintain Dublin Airport's 32 million passenger cap were driven more by fears of US reprisals against Irish airlines than by firm domestic leadership.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

US postpones decision on retaliation against Dublin Airport cap

The US Department of Transportation extended its deadline by 30 days to decide on a complaint against Ireland's passenger cap at Dublin Airport, providing relief for Taoiseach Micheál Martin's St Patrick's Day White House visit.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
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John Downing: Lifting of Dublin Airport passenger cap another example of Government listening to outside powers, rather than to the public

Real estate
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Ryder Cup bednight crunch in Limerick region - is it ready to host the expected 280,000 fans?

Adare Manor plans 10 new self-catering lodges to address accommodation capacity concerns for Limerick's 2027 Ryder Cup hosting.
Marketing
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Failte Ireland's 10m marketing move: 'Taking one big holiday is not the anchor it once was'

Fáilte Ireland launched a €10 million marketing campaign to encourage Irish domestic short breaks during off-peak periods, reaching 99% of adults through multiple media channels.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Sam McBride: So long, Common Travel Area? Why centuries of free movement between Britain and Ireland could be about to end

UK and airline stricter rules are eroding the Common Travel Area's long-standing freedom of movement between Britain and Ireland, previously protected through partition, conflict, and Brexit.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Met Eireann forecasts two consecutive days of 'dry and sunny' weather next week before return to rainy conditions

Daily rainfall has been recorded across the country throughout the year with continued precipitation expected through next month, causing extensive farmland flooding, while March temperatures are forecast to be 0.2-1.0°C above average.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Irish-language protesters demand action on housing crisis in Gaeltacht areas

Housing shortage in Gaeltacht areas drives Irish speakers away, threatening the language's survival as affluent outsiders purchase properties.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 month ago

I've visited hundreds of hotels - here are six simple ways Irish stays can make guests go 'ooh'

Small, thoughtful details in hotels create more memorable impressions than elaborate amenities or high-end service.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Unsettled weather and rain will last until end of March, as Met Eireann expected to confirm new rainfall records for February

Ireland experiences record-breaking rainfall in February with widespread flooding, saturated land, and river overflow affecting thousands of acres across multiple regions, with unsettled weather expected to continue through March.
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

The Irish Do It Best

The Irish government will give 2,000 artists unrestricted weekly stipends in a program officials described as a "recognition, at government level, of the important role of the arts in Irish society." After a successful three-year pilot, the Irish government made its basic income program for artists permanent. Similar pilots have been launched here in the United States, but they're supported primarily by the nonprofit sector.
Arts
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Met Eireann forecast another rainy weekend after thunderstorms hit the west coast

Unsettled weather with rain, blustery showers, possible thundery downpours and spot flooding will continue while temperatures remain mild and warmer than average.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Hotel review: I stayed in the fairytale castle where Ryan Tubridy tied the knot

Abbeyglen Castle in Connemara offers an exceptional retreat with vibrant atmosphere, featuring wild natural beauty that justifies the lengthy journey from Cork.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Aer Lingus owner's shares down 13pc as markets drop in response to Iran war

US-Iran conflict triggers global market selloff with banking and airline stocks hit hardest, oil prices surge, and investors flee to safe-haven assets.
#ireland
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Travel

The Go Ireland List: 100 travel treasures for 2026, from a Newgrange swap to a snug 'to guard with your life'

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Travel

'The best-value hour I spent in a week' - 100 best places to eat, sleep, sip and explore in Ireland in 2026

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Travel

The Go Ireland List: 100 travel treasures for 2026, from a Newgrange swap to a snug 'to guard with your life'

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Travel

'The best-value hour I spent in a week' - 100 best places to eat, sleep, sip and explore in Ireland in 2026

fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Where was 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' filmed?

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms was filmed across Northern Ireland. While viewers experience breathtaking scenery through their screens, it threw up a host of issues for the cast and crew. "It's very, very rainy, and the sets were so muddy", says Dexter Sol Ansell, who plays Egg - "If you stepped in the mud and stood still for more than five seconds... you're gone. You've been submerged."
Film
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Met Eireann issues last-minute thunderstorm warning for four counties, as Ireland braces itself for another rainy weekend

Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for Clare, Galway, Mayo and Sligo until 11am Friday with thundery downpours, spot flooding, lightning and difficult travel expected.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

This McDonald's In Ireland Is In One Of The Most Unique Locations In The World - Tasting Table

McDonald's locations in the United States tend to be pretty staid and uniform in design, but head abroad and things start to change. While there are a few American McDonald's that don't feature the traditional golden arches aesthetic, in historic international cities, you'll frequently find the burger chain housed in beautiful old stone and masonry buildings - with only a small McDonald's sign offering any hint of what's inside.
Food & drink
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Private jet of Trump donor twice refuelled at Shannon Airport while deporting Palestinians from US to West Bank, report says

The Department of Transport said private aircraft 'do not require prior authorisation' to land in Irish airports A private jet owned by a property tycoon friend of Donald Trump stopped over in Shannon Airport to refuel twice in recent weeks with Palestinian Americans onboard who were being deported from the US to the West Bank, it has been reported. The Gulfstream jet - owned by wealthy businessman and Donald Trump donor Gil Dezer - landed in Shannon Airport on January 21
World news
#ryanair
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Apple unveils new Dublin office and says 'no barriers' to more investment in Ireland

Apple is deepening roots and expanding in Ireland, despite fiscal scrutiny suggesting it contributes a disproportionate share of Irish corporation tax.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I ran 1,400 miles around Ireland

As a long-distance runner, I had always wanted to use running as a means of travel, a way to traverse a landscape. I'd heard of people running across Africa, or the length of New Zealand, and the idea of embarking on an epic journey propelled only by my own two legs was compelling. I had just turned 50, and some might have said I was having a mid-life crisis, but I preferred to envisage it as a sort of pilgrimage
Running
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Some counties omitting Allianz name and logo from social media posts ahead of National League openers

Several counties opposing Allianz's sponsorship omitted any reference to the insurer in their social media posts about the upcoming National Leagues.
Real estate
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Visitors usually get a shock when we tell them when it was built' - Unique 'old world' Leitrim house sits on wooded hectare

Detached five-bedroom Leitrim house (built 1997) features a three-storey turret, sandstone façade and scenic Shannon-Erne Waterway views; asking price €495,000.
#weather-warnings
Real estate
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Trump's Doonbeg golf and hotel resort sees profits rise to 2.2m

The Doonbeg resort recorded higher revenue and operating profit in 2024 and expects a significant international profile boost from hosting the Irish Open.
Travel
fromIndependent
2 months ago

16 new flights to take in 2026 - from Dublin Airport, Cork, Shannon and more

New flights from Irish airports include Dublin–Cancun and Cork–Santiago de Compostela, expanding international and pilgrimage travel options on Ireland’s departure boards.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

John Mulligan: O'Leary and other airline chiefs will welcome scrapping of 'zombie' cap at Dublin Airport, but saga could yet have a few more twists and turns

The long-awaited government move to scrap the cap at Dublin Airport has little immediate impact on leisure travellers but will incense environmental groups, some locals and even farming bodies whose members resent being told to cut their emissions.
Environment
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Use of Irish airport for US deportation flights to Israel called reprehensible'

Shannon Airport in County Clare was used as a refuelling stop by ICE-chartered flights deporting Palestinians to Israel, provoking Irish political condemnation.
Real estate
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Alterations to Sinead O'Connor's former Bray home get the green light

Permission granted for extensions, façade changes, and a commemorative plaque at seafront Victorian property Montebello sold for €1.295m.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Aer Lingus announces new flights from Dublin Airport to Barbados - for two months only

The temporary route between Dublin and Bridgetown will take off from March 31 and operate to May 31, running three times weekly on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays, it said. Flights will be on an Airbus A321XLR - one of its newest single-aisle aircraft - and fares are currently available from €229 each way. Aer Lingus is to close its Manchester base from March 31, and will cease transatlantic services from the UK airport from that date.
Travel
Environment
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

More rain and cold on the way - grim forecast as Met Eireann issues Status Yellow warning

Cold, unsettled weather will bring heavy rain, localised flooding, risk of widespread frost and ice, and possible snow on higher ground by Tuesday.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Michael O'Leary plans Fox News ads to put passenger cap on White House agenda for St Patrick's Day

US carriers may seek White House action to block or curtail flights, pressuring Ireland to remove Dublin Airport's passenger cap.
#ireland-travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Travel

I spent a year traveling across Ireland on a budget. There were 4 spots I loved, and 2 that didn't live up to the hype.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Travel

I spent a year traveling across Ireland on a budget. There were 4 spots I loved, and 2 that didn't live up to the hype.

#dublin-airport
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

John Mulligan: 'Zombie' Dublin Airport cap was already as good as dead but airlines will welcome certainty

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'In the morning, it's one plane after another' - residents near Dublin Airport react to lifting of passenger cap

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

John Mulligan: 'Zombie' Dublin Airport cap was already as good as dead but airlines will welcome certainty

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'In the morning, it's one plane after another' - residents near Dublin Airport react to lifting of passenger cap

fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Dublin Airport warns passengers of disruption as US winter storm hits transatlantic flights

The monster winter storm is expected to converge with bitter Arctic cold and engulf much of the US this weekend from the Rockies to the eastern seaboard. Forecasters are expecting heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain, accompanied by dangerously frigid temperatures, to sweep the eastern two-thirds of the nation, threatening to upend travel and spawn widespread power outages. Snow has already fallen over parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas in a frosty prelude to the winter storm.
Environment
Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

My favourite homestay: a contemporary take on a traditional cottage with spectacular views of the Connemara coast

Brandy & Soda House is a modernist, dog-friendly beach house by Dog's Bay offering panoramic sea views, hot tub, luxurious amenities, and spacious accommodation.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Hotel review: 'We're a golf hotel', I'm told - but don't let that put you off this new coastal bolthole

Portrush has gone up a gear with several new hotels, including this from Marine & Lawn
Travel
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Very high' flood risk as Thursday becomes key danger point, emergency group warns

Monitor forecasts and local alerts, avoid floodwaters and road closures, plan for travel disruption, and access Emergency Response Payment if affected in listed counties.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

What a Long Weekend in Dublin With My Grown Son Taught Me About Letting Go

I've never had a sense of direction. In a family where everyone knows where they're going, I'm the one who gets lost. When my son Charlie was small, he would listen as I outlined the day's itinerary-grocery store, library, post office-then interrupt. "Mama," he'd say, "I have a better way." And he did. He was five, and already knew where he was going.
Travel
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Conal Thomas: Page Three Taoiseach hails Ireland as the home of windy isles as trade offensive lands in Shanghai

China signals stronger engagement with Ireland as Taoiseach Micheál Martin visits, with Li Qiang urging Ireland to promote EU–China co-operation during its upcoming EU presidency.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

I dream of a Trump Tower in Dublin, says Eric Trump as he criticises Irish planning rules

Donald Trump will attend the Irish Open; the Trump family wanted a Dublin Trump Tower but were deterred by Ireland's sluggish planning system.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Rain warnings for seven counties today with further flooding expected, but Met Eireann says bank holiday weekend 'won't be a washout'

Flooding warning for Carlow, Dublin, Kilkenny, Louth, Wexford, Wicklow and Waterford from noon to 11:59pm Friday due to heavy rain and rapid runoff.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I married an Irishman and moved to Ireland 10 years ago. My life is far from the fairy tale my friends back home imagine.

Moving from Kentucky to Ireland to marry an Irishman created a loving life yet brought chronic homesickness, divided loyalties, and damp, challenging realities.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Met Eireann changes Orange and Yellow rain warnings for 13 counties as flood threat peaks and travel disruption hits

LATEST: More homes and businesses at risk as flood threat to peak this morning Series of Status Orange and Yellow warnings in place Coast Guard has asked public to stay away from waterways and exposed coastal areas Some schools may close today as flooding may affect transport The threat of flooding is set to peak this morning, with road networks expected to bear the brunt of the deluge. However, damage to residential and commercial properties is also likely, emergency services have warned.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I saw the warning signs' - 'Donald dash' hots up as growing number of wealthy Americans race to get Irish visas and passports

There has been a significant increase in wealthy Americans moving to Ireland to escape life under Donald Trump, new figures from the Department of Justice reveal. The number of US citizens granted permission to live here on temporary Stamp O visas has jumped by almost 90pc in only a couple of years. The visas were granted to 387 US citizens last year, nearly double the 204 who were granted Stamp O visas in 2022.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Cycle lanes, a new harbour and College Green goes bus-free - the big changes happening in Dublin this year

The next phase of the council's wide-ranging transport plan for the city centre is due to come into effect over the course of the year. A major focus will be on cycling infrastructure, with Dublin City Council (DCC) planning to begin construction on 13 new active travel projects by the end of the year. These include the final section of the Dodder Greenway from Milltown Road to Dundrum Road, on which works will begin in the summer,
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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Winter to bite hard as ice, frost and snow forecast; severe flooding disruption as two counties hit with last-minute rain warning

Widespread freezing conditions, with temperatures down to -5C in places, will cause ice, travel hazards and flooding under Status Yellow alerts across Ireland.
Miscellaneous
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

All the brand-new routes launching from London Stansted in 2026

London Stansted plans a £1.1bn expansion, aims to increase annual capacity from 30 million to 51 million, and launches multiple new 2026 European routes.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

I dream of a Trump Tower in Dublin, says Eric Trump as he reveals US President hopes to visit Ireland later this year

Donald Trump will attend the Irish Open in Doonbeg; the Trump family sought further Irish investment and a Dublin Trump Tower, hindered by slow planning.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Is Michael O'Leary right - should senior politicians be paid more than 1m a year?

If there are two commandments in Irish politics - get thyself elected and mind thy seat - there might be room for another about boosting thy salary.
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