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June
June 2026
WeatherAnother 'heat dome' like the one seen in May is expected to bring the heat to Europe next week
political opponentCalifornia governor says Donald Trump ordered investigation into him and his wife
Art world
'A true icon': Tributes paid to 'revolutionary' British artist David Hockney, who died aged 88
The Englishman is best-known for vibrant, colourful pieces across mediums, including print, painting and photography.
gas and electricEnergy prices rose by 3% of incomes for some of the poorest households in the country
On The JournalRain Rain Go Away
What happened to Leaving Cert weather? We asked a meteorologist about the erratic downpours
litter surveySligo is Ireland's cleanest town but coffee cups and cigarette butts remain nationwide issue
On The JournalJennie's Law
Cabinet to hear plan for a public register of people convicted of domestic violence
“Jennie’s Law” is named after Jennifer Poole, who was murdered by her ex-partner in 2021.
Maternity CareRotunda seeks to 'explain rationale' behind consultants on public contracts seeing private patients
International Space StationSpace station astronauts end safety procedures after air leak sparked evacuation concerns
systems downHSE computer systems back up and running after cyber attack on third party that stores data
May
May 2026
bee diligentCheck your roofs and sheds – it's swarming season for bees, and they're looking for new nests
Skin Cancer'I feel very different in the sun now': Sinéad Gibney says melanoma diagnosis had 'big impact'
Green LightCouncil to plough ahead with planning, as majority support College Green pedestrianisation
Murder InvestigationWoman arrested in connection with murder of Kyran Durnin released without charge
On The Journalfeeling hot hot hot
What is the 'heat dome' over Ireland that's causing temperatures to keep rising?
On The Journalwater safety
Calls to extend lifeguarding season to May as temperatures soar to high 20s
The official lifeguard season covers weekends in June and every day of July and August, Ireland’s meteorological summer.
