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Moped rider in hospital with serious injuries after hit-and-run collision with car in Cork city
https://www.thejournal.ie/hit-and-run-cork-city-blackpool-7125047-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 21:50
The collision occurred at around 5.30pm in Blackpool.
Afolabi hits winner against Dundalk to send Shamrock Rovers 10 points clear
https://www.thejournal.ie/shamrock-rovers-dundalk-match-report-4-2-7125037-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 21:33
The champions extended their lead at the top of the Premier Division table with a 3-2 victory.
RNLI rescues fishing vessel that was taking on water off the coast of Cork
https://www.thejournal.ie/rnli-rescues-fishing-vessel-that-was-taking-on-water-off-the-coast-of-cork-7124984-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 21:15
A coast guard helicopter also arrived on scene and remained on standby to assist if required, it added.
UK police investigating Ann Widdecombe's death to probe conduct of counter-terror officer
https://www.thejournal.ie/ann-widdecombe-investigation-7124970-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 20:48
Police identified a line of inquiry “which may have been relevant” but was “not identified and pursued by them at the time”.
Spain to impose border checks in response to Italy doing the same after Ceuta crisis
https://www.thejournal.ie/spain-to-impose-border-checks-italy-7124959-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 20:37
The Italian government said it “had no intention of revising the decision” before 15 August.
Judge opens inquiries into seven cases of alleged unlawful detention due to solicitor strike
https://www.thejournal.ie/judge-opens-inquiries-into-seven-cases-of-alleged-unlawful-detention-due-to-solicitor-strike-7124949-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 20:27
After hearing all of the Article 40 applications Judge Brett said she would return them to on Monday.
Pentagon releases fresh batch of declassified UFO files
https://www.thejournal.ie/pentagon-declassified-ufo-files-7124878-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 20:01
A total of 16 videos were released in the document drop, as well as eight artistic renderings of reports, and documents dating from 1947 to this year.
Motorcyclist in his 60s killed in collision with car in Co Donegal
https://www.thejournal.ie/motorbike-crash-donegal-7124917-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 19:59
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to the collision.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
https://www.thejournal.ie/news-fix-498-7124808-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 19:30
Here’s what made the headlines.
Dibhinn sa bhreis ar €100m do Bhéal Feirste ón bhFleadh - ach cén oidhreacht a bheidh aige?
https://www.thejournal.ie/fleadh-cheoil-na-heireann-i-mbeal-feirste-7124096-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 19:00
Cé go bhfuil brabhús eacnamaíoch suas go £100m (€116m) á shaothrú ag Béal Feirste as an bhFleadh Ceoil, is mó tábhacht atá ag an spiorad cheolmhar agus chomhoibrithe atá á chothú ag an mór fheile.
Belfast to benefit from Fleadh dividend to tune of up to €100m - but what will be its legacy?
https://www.thejournal.ie/fleadh-cheoil-na-heireann-gets-to-belfast-for-first-time-7124350-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 19:00
While the focus may now be on the economic windfall the Belfast business sector may enjoy because of the Fleadh, the focus will shift soon to the long term benefits for arts funding and cross community relations.
Bray GP suspended over concerns of her prescribing large quantities of controlled drugs
https://www.thejournal.ie/bray-gp-suspended-7124843-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 18:22
The president of the High Court granted an application by the Medical Council to suspend the registration of Regine Grah and to prohibit her from practising medicine while a fitness-to-practise process arising out of a complaint against her is under way.
Why Piers Morgan owning the train set is bad news for tv - but good news for viewers
https://www.thejournal.ie/steve-dempsey-piers-morgan-holly-willoughby-7124710-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 18:00
TV personalities like Piers Morgan and Holly Willoughby are ditching their employers to go solo – and finding massive success.
Debunked: Anthony Fauci did not say that Covid was nothing more than the common flu
https://www.thejournal.ie/fauci-covid-common-flu-factcheck-debunked-7124640-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 17:42
The doctor who led the US response to Covid was held in contempt after refusing to answer questions at a Senate hearing.
'Down, not out': Hamstring tear forces in-form Sharlene Mawdsley out of European Championships
https://www.thejournal.ie/sharlene-mawdsley-injury-2-7124784-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 16:34
Having set four PBs this season, Mawdsley was set to be one of Ireland’s leading hopes in Birmingham next week.
Supermac's wins latest legal battle with McDonald's over trademarks in the UK
https://www.thejournal.ie/supermacs-mcdonalds-uk-7124717-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 16:25
The UK Intellectual Property Office ruling that the Irish fast-food chain’s name and logo can be registered in the UK.
US appeals court upholds order to halt construction of Trump's White House ballroom
https://www.thejournal.ie/trump-white-house-ballroom-halt-7124650-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 15:52
The ballroom is expected to cost as much as $600 million.
The 5 at 5: Friday
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-five-at-five-friday-7-august-7124571-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 15:50
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
https://www.thejournal.ie/friday-newshound-quiz-16-7123930-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 15:15
Woof woof baby!
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign mutual defence pact as they look beyond US for security
https://www.thejournal.ie/saudi-arabia-turkey-and-pakistan-sign-mutual-defence-pact-7124520-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 15:09
The mutual defence aspect of the deal resembles Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty, the basis for the Nato alliance.
Pre-tax profits triple to €1.17m at Pippa O'Connor Ormond's POCO brand
https://www.thejournal.ie/pippa-oconnor-poco-7124491-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 14:55
This follows revenues at the businesswoman’s BOPOC Holdings Ltd increasing by 117% in the 12 months to the end of October last.
Amanda Knox defends Edinburgh comedy show in the face of criticism it ‘trivialises violence'
https://www.thejournal.ie/amanda-knox-show-edinburgh-fringe-7124474-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 14:39
Amanda Knox was convicted and later acquitted of the murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy in 2007.,
Mayo's Kobe McDonald begins Aussie Rules journey at St Kilda
https://www.thejournal.ie/kobe-mcdonald-st-kilda-2-7124455-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 13:44
The 18-year-old spent his first day at the Melbourne club on Friday.
Sliding sales, ‘Drastic Dave’ and job cuts: what is going on at Diageo?
https://www.thejournal.ie/diageo-job-cuts-ireland-7124303-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 13:40
The drinks giant’s new chief, nicknamed ‘Drastic Dave’, is trying to revive the business after it revealed weaker sales and profits for the past year.
What's the story with the resigning Cambridge professor and allegations of plagiarism and racism?
https://www.thejournal.ie/cambridge-jason-arday-7124106-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 12:47
In 2023, Jason Arday became Cambridge’s youngest black professor, this week he resigned, denying allegations of plagiarism.
Have you found yourself drinking at home more often than in the pub? We want to hear from you
https://www.thejournal.ie/your-stories-at-home-drinking-alcohol-consumption-pubs-cost-7124080-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 12:10
Recent research found 55% of Irish drinkers said they are more likely to drink at home than in public social settings.
Law student charged over intercepted Semtex bomb appears in court
https://www.thejournal.ie/intercepted-bomb-near-border-court-appearance-7124316-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 12:03
Isobella Perrie Sullivan had previously been granted bail after being charged with possession of explosives.
Hunter Biden says he still watches Joe Biden's Ballina speech 'to cheer myself up'
https://www.thejournal.ie/hunter-biden-joe-biden-ireland-visit-cancer-addiction-7124206-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 11:26
The former US president’s son said that he was “never more proud of a public appearance” that his father made.
Tickets for sold-out Man U vs Leeds friendly at Croke Park resold for over €400 despite touting ban
https://www.thejournal.ie/price-gouging-croke-park-friendly-match-7123039-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 11:00
The price for original tickets started at €50, but resale prices are up to €475 on some online sites.
Council attempts to limit 'vertical drinking' (that's drinking while standing up) in central London
https://www.thejournal.ie/licensing-laws-pubs-uk-7124092-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 10:38
The row over Westminster’s plans has drawn in everyone from the prime minister to Suggs from Madness.
When was the last time you ate a spice bag?
https://www.thejournal.ie/spice-bag-poll-7124097-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 09:37
Columnist Kelly Earley describes herself as ‘something of a spice bag purist’.
The 9 at 9: Friday
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-9-at-9-friday-110-7124027-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 07:48
Government jet grounded, shooting in Thailand, and Meta pulled up for not protecting children.
New York has temporarily stopped building data centres. Should Ireland do the same?
https://www.thejournal.ie/data-centre-moratorium-7116891-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 07:08
Friends of the Earth said that a ban on new data centres should be the “bare minimum”.
Meta ordered to pay $567m for endangering children by making them vulnerable to predators
https://www.thejournal.ie/meta-new-mexico-lawsuit-7124002-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 06:16
Jurors heard that that Meta’s algorithms had directed adults toward content posted by teenage users while the company concealed internal findings about the risks to young people.
Poll: What did you make of A Toxic Love Story?
https://www.thejournal.ie/best-of-the-box-poll-a-toxic-love-story-7121823-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 06:15
Tell us in this week’s Best of the Box poll.
Dentists to be legally required to complete ongoing training under new plans
https://www.thejournal.ie/dentists-ongoing-training-cpd-department-of-health-7123875-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 06:15
Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill said the reforms will strengthen patient safety by putting dentists’ training obligations into law.
It's back: RTÉ announces start date for new season of The Traitors
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-traitors-ireland-rte-new-season-when-start-what-date-7123229-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 06:00
The show was a big hit with Irish audiences last year.
My ADHD diagnosis: I'm nearly 40, and I just found out who I am
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/adhd-in-adulthood-7123735-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 05:45
Ranae von Meding discovered she had ADHD after seeking an assessment for her child. The diagnosis forced her to rethink everything and be kinder to herself.
Four dead and 15 injured in Thailand school shooting
https://www.thejournal.ie/thailand-school-shooting-7123997-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 05:40
The injured students were not hurt by gunfire but as they were trying to flee, he said.
Fraudsters are now tricking people into handing over cash and will come and collect it themselves
https://www.thejournal.ie/aib-bank-fraud-7123028-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 05:30
AIB are asking customers to ‘wait a sec, double check’.
Criticism that HSE data has 'significant blind spot' on mental health emergencies
https://www.thejournal.ie/mental-health-crisis-emergency-department-7123404-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 05:15
Sinn Féin’s David Cullinane says mental health crisis presentations to emergency departments, other than those with suicide ideation, are not clearly measured.
I realised just how much I hate Big Cars in one of Ireland's most deranged car parks
https://www.thejournal.ie/emer-mclysaght-suvs-cars-dublin-7123183-Aug2026/
Published: August 7, 2026 05:00
A series where Emer McLysaght saves us from chasing every trend and instead points us to things worthy of our time (and money).
Government jet to go to factory abroad for a month as maintenance cannot be performed in Ireland
https://www.thejournal.ie/government-jet-grounded-for-maintenance-7122966-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 23:05
The Dassault Falcon 6X was delivered in mid-December last year and has been carrying out a number of ministerial flights to Europe and other locations.
VAR check among Bohemians' woes in loss to Danish side Midtjylland
https://www.thejournal.ie/bohemians-midtjylland-conference-league-2-7123983-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 21:15
The Danish side are in the driving seat to reach the Conference League play-off round.
Letters to the editor
https://www.thejournal.ie/letters-to-the-editor-5-7123424-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 20:30
Our readers on Ireland’s new AI Office, speeding and Knickerbocker Glories.
Shelbourne snatch a late goal in Ajax defeat ahead of Tolka Park second leg
https://www.thejournal.ie/ajax-shelbourne-european-conference-league-amsterdam-2-7123913-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 20:26
With seven minutes remaining, Shels gave their travelling support something to celebrate at a sold-out Johan Cruyff Arena.
Jack Charlton's family face a tax bill of up to €233k to keep his 1966 World Cup medal
https://www.thejournal.ie/jack-charlton-world-cup-medal-inheritance-tax-7123844-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 19:17
Jack’s son has said that the family has no intention of selling the medal, despite the inheritance tax liability.
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-fix-thursday-68-7123687-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 19:00
The most important Irish and international stories you need to know today.
Gavan Reilly: There are €2bn reasons to welcome Trump back to Ireland
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/gavan-reilly-numbers-7123458-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 19:00
Trump is coming to Ireland next month for just 36 hours, spending barely four in Dublin. Like it or not, if you look at the numbers behind US tourism to Ireland, you’ll see why this visit matters.
Éileamh go mbeadh cosaint mar chuid den oidhreacht domhanda ag bolláil bhóthair
https://www.thejournal.ie/ta-curam-gramhar-ceanuil-de-dhith-ar-an-mbolail-bhothair-7122851-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 18:30
Tá tús á chur le feachtas chun go gcuirfí an spórt seo ar liosta UNESCO le h-aghaidh gnéithe ar leith d’ár noidhreacht in Éirinn, liosta ar a bhfuil iomáint, rínce seite agus Lá an Dreoilín.
Road Bowling seeks Unesco status so its elite players get respect they deserve
https://www.thejournal.ie/ta-curam-gramhar-ceanuil-de-dhith-ar-an-mbolail-bhothair-2-7123289-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 18:30
A campaign is getting underway to add one of Ireland’s oldest sports to the list of intangible cultural heritage protected by UNESCO, a list which already includes hurling, set dancing and uileann pipe playing.
Rare indictment as Israeli settler charged over killing of Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen
https://www.thejournal.ie/awdah-hathaleen-man-charged-killing-west-bank-israel-settler-7123640-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 16:49
Rights groups say it is the first time an Israeli settler has been indicted over the killing of a Palestinian in the occupied West Bank since October 2023.
How did 72,000 people cross into Ceuta?
https://www.thejournal.ie/ceuta-border-crossing-explained-analysis-7123665-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 16:31
How did it happen, why does Spain have territory in Africa, and what does the crisis mean for Europe’s borders? We’re joined by Eoghan Gilmartin a freelance journalist based in Madrid.
Uefa doubles down on World Cup boycott threat and says Fifa backing Infantino 'changes nothing'
https://www.thejournal.ie/uefa-world-cup-boycott-threat-fifa-gianni-infantino-7123556-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 16:19
The governing body of football in Europe reiterated that it has lost confidence in the Fifa president.
The 5 at 5: Thursday
https://www.thejournal.ie/5-at-5-thursday-192-7123497-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 15:55
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Tax receipts climb over 6% on last year as Harris hails resilient economy
https://www.thejournal.ie/exchequer-results-july-7123500-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 15:49
Income tax receipts continues to bolster the public finances.
Eight fire engines deployed to tackle blaze at industrial site in north Co Dublin
https://www.thejournal.ie/fire-north-dublin-ballyboughal-7123537-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 15:42
The fire brigade has advised people affected by the smoke to close all their windows and doors.
Primary school hours under review as department considers changes to school day
https://www.thejournal.ie/primary-school-hours-review-7122906-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 15:41
The Department of Education will examine more frequent breaks and changes to classroom hours similar to the Finnish school system.
Dublin man (70) charged with laundering more than €55k in crime proceeds
https://www.thejournal.ie/court-money-laundering-man-charged-dublin-7123369-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 14:45
The man was granted bail after appearing before Dublin District Court this afternoon.
Gravestones 'smashed to pieces' in criminal vandalism of historic Wexford graveyard
https://www.thejournal.ie/taghmon-graveyard-attack-7123136-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 14:29
Gardaí are appealing for information on the incident, which they believe occurred between April and July.
Farewell Kobe | Camogie final preview | The south-east will rise again
https://www.the42.ie/kobe-camogie-podcast-7123329-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 14:25
Fintan O’Toole joins Ronan Early to chat about the big GAA matters of the week.
Harris's new investment scheme could tax savers even if they lose money, Green Party warns
https://www.thejournal.ie/green-party-savings-scheme-simon-harris-investment-7123055-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 13:43
The party has proposed an alternative model based on Norway’s system, saying investors should only pay tax when they withdraw real profits.
Family of Irish fashion designer who died on yacht in New York launch $50m lawsuit
https://www.thejournal.ie/martha-nolan-oslatarra-new-york-7122867-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 11:46
Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra died on a yacht in Montauk a year ago this week.
Our top 5 watches this weekend
https://www.thejournal.ie/what-to-watch-on-streaming-this-weekend-2-7121831-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 11:45
Looking for something to check out on the small screen this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
Stars and Swipes: Trump and MAGA's war on women is now impossible to ignore
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/marion-mckeone-at-the-journal-7122883-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 11:05
Between abuse allegations, the public humiliation of women and fresh attacks on female journalists by Trump and his cronies, America’s political culture appears rotten to the core.
Applications open for Ukrainians to remain in State accommodation as contracts get phased out
https://www.thejournal.ie/state-provided-accommodation-ending-ukrainians-7122886-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 10:46
Nearly 90 state-provided accommodation contracts are due to end in October.
At least 300 children reportedly killed in Gaza since ceasefire began last year
https://www.thejournal.ie/300-children-killed-in-gaza-since-ceasefire-began-7122792-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 10:04
Israel’s military chief has said its forces will keep operating “proactively” in Gaza.
Have you ever been to the Fleadh?
https://www.thejournal.ie/fleadh-cheoil-na-heireann-belfast-2026-poll-7122797-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 09:15
The festival is taking place until Sunday 9 August.
Father of Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan dies after 'short illness'
https://www.thejournal.ie/maurice-macgowan-death-7122783-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 09:06
Maurice Matthew MacGowan died aged 96.
Around 6,800 applicants will receive CAO Round Zero offers today
https://www.thejournal.ie/around-6800-applicants-will-receive-cao-round-zero-offers-today-7122729-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 09:00
This round of offers is for people who are not competing with those waiting for 2026 leaving cert results.
The Housing Essay: What if our cities were designed for living, and not for private wealth?
https://www.thejournal.ie/housing-crisis-ireland-7-7120852-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 08:30
Our cities are filling with apartments, but where are the parks, playgrounds, benches and green spaces that make urban living work?
Nearly half of people in Ireland say they used generative AI last year
https://www.thejournal.ie/generative-ai-ireland-7122690-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 08:15
Just under a quarter of people used generative AI for professional purposes.
The 9 at 9: Thursday
https://www.thejournal.ie/morning-news-rundown-thursday-august-2-7122646-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 07:59
Just 20 properties available to rent within Hap limits in June, Iran and Oman agree Strait of Hormuz plan, and Brenda Fricker’s funeral to take place later
President Connolly enjoying the Fleadh as event brings 95% surge in footfall to Belfast
https://www.thejournal.ie/president-connolly-enjoying-fleadh-as-event-brings-95-footfall-surge-belfast-7122684-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 07:53
Opening the Fleadh on Sunday, Connolly described it as a ‘celebration of what we all have in common, and the universality of music, sound, and dance’.
Hamilton star Leslie Odom Jr announces solo show in Dublin and Belfast
https://www.thejournal.ie/hamilton-star-leslie-odom-jr-announces-solo-show-in-dublin-and-belfast-7122676-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 07:26
Leslie Odom Jr is best known for playing Aaron Burr in Hamilton.
Russia shoots down 605 Ukrainian drones overnight
https://www.thejournal.ie/russia-downs-ukrainian-drones-7122667-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 07:22
Regional governor Vitaly Korolyov said air defence systems had repelled the Ukrainian attack.
These are the best photos of the sun that scientists have ever taken
https://www.thejournal.ie/best-pictures-of-sun-ever-7122648-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 06:48
Researchers saw strange feathery patterns rippling across the surface.
Another Galway-Cork camogie decider, and Aaron McKenna tries to become a world champion
https://www.thejournal.ie/sports-listings-this-weekend-7-7121969-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 06:15
It’s another glorious weekend of sport.
Man accused of killing Scottish aid worker in Athens expected back in Greek court
https://www.thejournal.ie/man-accused-of-killing-scottish-aid-worker-in-athens-expected-back-in-greek-court-7122640-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 06:13
Elisabeth-Jane Ross entered Greece on 26 June and was initially staying with friends in Piraeus, a port area of Athens.
After the crash: Michael Fingleton’s death does not close the book on Ireland's banking crisis
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/nama-michael-fingleton-7122197-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 06:00
The former Irish Nationwide boss, who passed away this week, was far from the only one to blame for the reckless lending that brought the country to its knees.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz plan at ‘final stage’, but reopening depends on US ending blockade
https://www.thejournal.ie/iran-says-strait-of-hormuz-plan-at-final-stage-7122636-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 05:59
Iran has exercised de facto control of the waterway since the US and Israel launched their war against the country on 28 February.
Funeral of Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker to be held in Dublin this morning
https://www.thejournal.ie/funeral-of-oscar-winning-actress-brenda-fricker-to-be-held-in-dublin-7122631-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 05:42
The Oscar-winning actress died in Our Lady’s Hospice in Dublin’s Harold’s Cross on July 16 after a period of ill-health.
Outside Dublin, only one county had homes to rent within HAP limits in June
https://www.thejournal.ie/hap-to-rent-homes-dublin-kildare-simon-report-7122366-Aug2026/
Published: August 6, 2026 05:30
Just 20 rental properties nationwide were available within HAP limits, despite more than 1,300 being listed overall.
Concerns over supporting data centres ahead of transport or housing scrubbed from government report
https://www.thejournal.ie/data-centre-government-report-housing-transport-7122123-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 23:05
Several aspects which questioned continued investment in the sector were later cut from the final version released to the public.
Over 70 homes in Waterford housing estate to lose water supply upkeep after fee hike row
https://www.thejournal.ie/portlaw-water-supply-7121855-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 23:02
Water maintenance company Campion told residents this week that it was withdrawing services from the estate.
Motorcyclist killed in collision with van in Co Cork
https://www.thejournal.ie/motorcylist-crash-dunmanway-cork-7122582-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 21:31
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision to come forward.
'We are not being exploited': Chinese restaurant staff defend employer over overcrowded Dublin house
https://www.thejournal.ie/chinese-restaurant-overcrowded-house-killiney-staff-7122544-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 21:04
Workers claimed in the letter that the free accommodation helped them navigate ‘a very difficult housing market’.
Man who claims RTÉ bugged his phone appears in court for allegedly breaching order
https://www.thejournal.ie/rte-court-man-court-order-7122550-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 21:02
When Matthews appeared before the court on 29 July he was charged with engaging in threatening behaviour.
'I haven't lost since 2011': What drives the most successful sheaf-thrower in Cahersiveen?
https://www.thejournal.ie/rockin-the-suburbs-cahersiveen-sheaf-toss-7120920-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 20:30
Rockin’ the Suburbs heads down south to a local music and arts festival.
Here's what happened today: Wednesday
https://www.thejournal.ie/news-fix-wednesday-69-7122518-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 20:22
Here’s what made the headlines.
The digital church door: Why 3.4 million a month turn to RIP.ie to pay their respects
https://www.thejournal.ie/rip-ie-7120864-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 19:00
Thousands of condolences for musician Glen Hansard show how RIP.ie has become Ireland’s top place to pay tribute.
Cork councillors vote for language condition which clashes with Government policy
https://www.thejournal.ie/gaeltacht-housing-is-still-the-subject-of-controversy-7120908-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 19:00
County councillors around Ireland will have to revisit language conditions designed to protect use of Irish in their Gaeltacht areas if they clash with the National Planning Statement.
Coinníoll teanga le teacht i bhfeidhm i gceantair Ghaeltachta Chorcaí ach ní mhairfidh sé
https://www.thejournal.ie/tithiocht-sa-ghaeltacht-agus-an-raiteas-naisiunta-pleanala-7120710-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 19:00
Beidh ar chomhairleoirí chontae in údaráis áitiúla le ceantair Gaeltachta ar fud na tíre athdhréachtú a dhéanamh ar choinníollacha teanga mar gheall ar an Ráiteas Náisiúnta Pleanála do Thithocht sa Ghaeltacht.
Over 160 e-bikes and e-scooters among seizures during garda day of action
https://www.thejournal.ie/garda-e-bike-seizures-dublin-7122443-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 18:49
Operation Meacán targets the use of e-scooters and e-bikes for criminal activity, including drug distribution, money laundering and transporting firearms.
All 27 major cities in Italy placed under highest heat alert for tomorrow as temperatures near 40C
https://www.thejournal.ie/itayl-heatwave-cities-rome-milan-naples-temperatures-7122442-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 18:39
Italian media have linked several recent deaths to the latest heatwave.
Man charged over Dublin mosque arson attack says he fled Iran after rejecting Islam
https://www.thejournal.ie/man-charged-dublin-mosque-arson-attack-court-7122429-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 18:11
The self-described anti-Islam activist told the court he escaped torture and execution before coming to Ireland.
Lise Hand: Gotta hand it to Donald Trump, he’s bringing protest back
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/trump-doonbeg-7121328-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 18:00
Trump’s visit may be a headache for the government, but it gives the public a golden opportunity to dust off the placards, pack the lunches and remember why protest matters.
'He knows where I live': Female councillors continue to report 'unsettling' calls from private number
https://www.thejournal.ie/female-councillors-harassing-calls-7122277-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 17:29
The Association of Irish Local Government said they estimate that around 80 female councillors have been subjected to the calls in recent weeks.
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
https://www.thejournal.ie/5-at-5-wednesday-5-august-7122249-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 15:47
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Tributes paid as girl (16) dies after collapsing during GAA match in Co Wexford
https://www.thejournal.ie/tributes-teenage-girl-dead-collapse-gaa-pitch-wexford-7122216-Aug2026/
Published: August 5, 2026 15:36
Aoibheann Clarke was playing for Taghmon Camross GAA club.
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