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15th March 2026
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‘Up the republic’: Irish Americans offer Micheál Martin advice for his trip to the Oval Office
The Journal caught up with attendees at the St Patrick’s Day parade in Boston to see what tips they had for the Taoiseach ahead of his meeting with Donald Trump on Tuesday.
Helen McEntee'No reason to believe' Irish airspace being used by US as part of war on Iran, Minister says
The Morning Lead
'People are keying cars and letting air out of tyres': The war over parking in new estates
Inadequate public transport coupled with government policy to reduce car spaces has led to war among neighbours in many of Ireland’s newest housing estates.
Last week
8th March 2026 - 14th March 2026
Open for BusinessHousing Minister accused of 'rolling out red carpet for vulture funds' at French property investment event
Last month
February 2026
the race is onChildcare, traffic and fishing nets: Greens aim to hook voters in battle for Dublin Central
Battle lines'We gave FF so much slack over Jim Gavin': How Sinn Féin sweat over its Dublin Central candidate
InterviewBeing a first-time TD: 'Ivan Yates called me soulless and preachy, then I won a Dáil seat'
hands in the air
Labour says minister 'as clear as muck' on SNA debacle, as interviewer left visibly frustrated
The junior minister for special education was unable to say what will happen to schools in September on radio this morning.
Interview
Minister wants State to acquire land amounting to size of Killarney National Park every year
In an interview with The Journal, the Minister of State for Nature talks about how he plans to significantly grow Ireland’s nature reserves between now and 2030, and pay farmers to be more sustainable.
Age Restrictions
Unhappiness at Cabinet over leaking of information around social media ban for teenagers
Today saw widespread confusion over what exactly the Government is proposing in relation to social media use.
north kerry camhs scandalSolicitor representing children included in North Kerry Camhs review calls for redress scheme
Donegal Cancer FlightsHealth Minister says she wants cancer patients to be able to receive treatment in Donegal
SEAMUS CULLETON
Politicians say past legal issues should not stop help for Irish man in 'subhuman' US detention
“An outstanding bench warrant does not make the punishment he is receiving now justified in any way, shape or form,” Duncan Smith said.
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Experience Ireland
Feb 17
suspended sentences'The justice system broke me in every way possible': Former Garda Margaret Loftus on domestic abuse
Coastal Erosion
'It impacts your whole life': Portrane family on slowly losing their home to the sea
Today, the OPW approved funding of €622,000 for emergency works to protect eight homes at risk of imminent collapse.
President of Ireland
Another viral moment for Connolly on first Belfast outing - but no courtside seats for media
Since becoming president just over three months ago Connolly has rarely spoken to journalists.
Point Guard President
Watch: President Connolly scores backwards basketball shot on trip to Belfast
Is Connolly Ireland’s most sporty president ever?
Around The World
Politicians are heading to 50 countries this March - who decides which minister goes where?
This year’s St Patrick’s Day programme is the biggest in the history of the State – but how exactly is it all decided?
January
January 2026
Waiting GameGarda recruits unable to enter force due to delays with garda vetting, Justice Committee hears
CocaineJustice Minister: People who do cocaine don't think enough about how it enables gangland crime
Spend baby spendWatchdog warns that the government's spending plans could leave Ireland economically vulnerable
What Next
EU pretends it's business as usual with Trump, but beneath the surface fears remain
Although the immediate crisis has subsided, EU leaders still met in Brussels last night to decide a coordinated response to Trump’s threats — but not everyone was happy about it.
Big meet
EU leaders arrive in Brussels for emergency summit amid confusion over Greenland plan
Tariffs and Ukraine are also on the agenda.
EU CouncilTaoiseach to travel from Davos to Brussels for emergency summit as Trump walks back threats
not-for-profit childcare'Up to' eight sites across the country to be chosen to become first State-led childcare facilities
