Ireland can rise to challenge of tariffs, says Donohoe

Ireland's finances are in "good condition", according to the Minister for Finance, who said he is confident the country can rise to the challenge of US tariffs. Paschal Donohoe cautioned however that the scenario Ireland now faces could …

Rory McIlroy returns to Northern Ireland looking to win a second British Open

Northern Ireland’s payroll count falls at the sharpest rate in five years

The number of employees on payrolls in Northern Ireland has fallen at the sharpest rate for five years. New figures from HMRC reveal the number of pay as you earn (PAYE) workers decreased by 2,118 to 809,168 last month. While the total was 0.5% higher than …

Where is Rory McIlroy from? Hometown, college, more to know about Northern Ireland roots

Long before Rory McIlroy became a World No. 1 and multi-time major winner, he began pursuing golf as a young kid overseas. By now, McIlroy's status as one of the greatest golfers ever is cemented; he became the sixth man to achieve a career grand slam …

Finn is backing Tipp to win All-Ireland

Published: Thu 17 Jul 2025, 8:24 AM By Michael Dundon Being able to take advantage of being in the right place at the right time is an integral part of sporting success. For Borris-Ileigh’s Jimmy Finn, Tipperary’s oldest living All-Ireland Senior Hurling …

Call to have motorway tolls removed for Donegal fans on All-Ireland SFC final day

Donegal senator Manus Boyle has made a call to have motorway tolls removed for the All-Ireland SFC final on Sunday week. Donegal will take on Kerry on Sunday, July 27, at Croke Park in Dublin after respective semi-final wins over Meath and Tyrone. The toll …

New dental nursing qualification launched in UK and Northern Ireland

Allowing trainees to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills and professional attitudes. 17 July, 2025 / infocus  Will Peakin   The National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) has released a newly regulated qualification – the Level 3 Diploma …

British and Irish Lions team: Maro Itoje hits 100 in an Ireland-heavy XV as Andy Farrell makes surprising calls for ...

Andy Farrell has named his British and Irish Lions matchday squad for the Test Series opener against Australia in Brisbane. Maro Itoje will captain the famous touring team in what will be his 100th Test appearance and will be partnered by Joe McCarthy in …

Investment guide for hotel owners in Ireland

Published: Thu 17 Jul 2025, 6:00 AM Running a hotel in Ireland presents unique challenges and opportunities. You're navigating an industry that's simultaneously recovering from unprecedented disruption whilst adapting to entirely new guest …

Severe drought busting’ weather storming Ireland as next heatwave ‘ages away’

Galway and the west are bracing for a proper soaking over the next few days as Ireland enters a spell of unsettled, wetter weather and for once, it might be exactly what the land needs. After weeks of near-drought conditions, Met Éireann is warning of …