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George Gibney agrees to be extradited to Ireland 'as soon as possible' to face 79 charges
The former Irish National swimming coach is facing 79 charges in connection with the alleged abuse of four girls.
Uncertainty remains over whether George Gibney will appear in Florida court today
The former Irish National swimming coach has agreed to be extradited to Ireland to face 79 charges in connection with the alleged abuse of four girls.
Proposed gaming machine arcade for Ballymun refused planning permission
In pictures: Scale of damage from floods in Texas as more than 160 people still unaccounted for
The death toll from the devastating flash floods stands at 109 people, with search and rescue efforts continuing.
Motorcyclist (20s) killed in single-vehicle crash on N77 in Co Laois
Reports of 'self-generated' child sexual abuse material online up 166% last year
Commission to investigate historical sexual abuse allegations in schools
Minister for Education Helen McEntee announced the move this afternoon.
McEntee said schools where incidents of abuse took place "must" fund any future redress scheme for surviviors.
A five-year deadline has been set for the commission by the Government.
The commission will seek expressions of interest from people who wish to provide information soon.
Sitdown Sunday: Virginia Giuffre's family share what happened in her final days
'If I turn off my phone, no-one would miss me': Our readers on being lonely
Russia launches over 500 drones and missiles at Ukraine overnight
Diogo Jota: Mourners to gather for Liverpool footballer's wake in Portugal
Trump to start informing countries of US tariff rates as EU yet to reach deal
Withdrawal of 'fresh evidence' meant Nikita Hand never got to address claims against her in court
The Court of Appeal confirmed today that it would refer the withdrawal of the new evidence to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Court of Appeal to refer Conor McGregor's withdrawal of 'fresh evidence' to DPP
Conor McGregor withdraws bid to bring new evidence at last minute as civil appeal gets underway
'Slaughter masquerading as aid': MSF calls for US-backed Gaza relief scheme to be dismantled
Decision to reverse €1,000 reduction in third-level fees will 'really hurt' students
The skies turned silver over Ireland last night due to some rare clouds
Noctilucent clouds are made up of dust and ice particles extremely high up in the atmosphere, resulting in wispy white or blue streaks in the night sky.
Motorcyclist and driver hospitalised after serious collision in Co Cork
Sitdown Sunday: The disappearance of a Texas student, and the online sleuths trying to solve it
Good to go: Eurovision boss to step down after overseeing recent controversial contests
'Wash your hands': Joe Duffy revives Covid-era sign-off as he hangs up mic for final time
The veteran broadcaster signed off from RTÉ for the final time after 37 years on air.
Netanyahu thanks Trump for weighing in on his 'witch hunt' corruption trial
Trump says 'progress' being made in Gaza, raising hopes for ceasefire between Israel and Hamas
Heading to a concert at Malahide Castle? Here's everything you need to know
Man (40) extradited from Germany to Northern Ireland for human trafficking offences
Mother and Baby Home survivors feel re-traumatised by redress scheme exclusion
Man (40s) arrested after man killed in hit-and-run in north Dublin
Israel says 'campaign against Iran not over' after Iranian president announces 'end of 12-day war'
The US President said both countries had violated the ceasefire, but said he is "really unhappy" with Israel.
The Israeli military said the 'campaign against Iran is not over' and that it is 'entering a new phase'.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had announced the 'end of the 12-day war imposed' by Israel.
Ombudsman 'exasperated' over repeated warnings on lifelong impact homelessness can have on children
Israel's defence minister accuses Iran of violating ceasefire and orders 'powerful strikes' on Tehran
Overnight Russian drones kill at least ten people, including 11-year-old girl
'Trump's gamble risks all-out war': Irish and global newspapers react to the US bombing Iran
Tánaiste says three Irish citizens were helped to depart Iran overnight
Taoiseach leads commemoration of 40th anniversary of Air India disaster in West Cork
Sitdown Sunday: 'How many?' The mysterious heist of 280,000 eggs from the US's biggest producer