I have to have hope, says Tuam relative as excavation works begin RTÉ News 2026-09-27 | I have to have hope, says Tuam relative as excavation works begin
Taylor Swift super-fans look ahead to Dublin concerts RTÉ News 2024-06-25 | “The show is just as phenomenal as everyone says it is.” Excitement is building for fans lucky enough to have tickets to Taylor Swift's Dublin shows. We spoke to three super-fans about their experiences of the Eras tour already and why they are such devoted Swifties. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Get concert ready for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour gigs in Dublin with these Swiftie traditions RTÉ News 2024-06-24 | As over 150,000 Swifties are set to descend on Dublin to witness pop megastar Taylor Swift journey through her almost two-decade career - here are some traditions to get you concert ready.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Taoiseach remembers the fallen heroes of the 1981 Stardust fire tragedy at ceremony in Dublin RTÉ News 2024-06-23 | Those who died in the Stardust fire tragedy have been written into the history books, the Taoiseach said, as a State ceremony honoured the victims and survivors.Hundreds of people attended the ceremony of commemoration, which was led by President Michael D Higgins, at the Garden of Remembrance in Dublin.The hour-long ceremony remembered and honoured the 48 young people who died in the 1981 disaster.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
We all deserve better - Natasha OBrien tells protest in Limerick RTÉ News 2024-06-22 | Natasha O’Brien joined around 1,000 people who gathered in her home city of Limerick to show solidarity with her this afternoon. Organisers said they wanted to send a message that society must reject all forms of gender-based violence.Joining protesters on Limerick’s Bedford Row, Ms O’Brien called for an end to gender-based violence.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Thousands attend protests around the country in solidarity with Natasha OBrien RTÉ News 2024-06-22 | Thousands of people have attended protests around the country today to show their support for Natasha O'Brien who was beaten unconscious in a random street attack in 2022, for which the attacker received a fully suspended sentence.Cathal Crotty, 22, of Parkroe Heights, Ardnacrusha, Co Clare, was given a three-year fully suspended sentence at Limerick Circuit Court after he pleaded guilty to the attack on Ms O'Brien.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Syrian refugee achieves dream of becoming a doctor RTÉ News 2024-06-20 | A Syrian refugee who came to Ireland when she was 14 has achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a doctor. Suaad Alshleh has received a first class honours degree in medicine and will start her intern year at an Irish hospital next month. Suaad was the first recipient of a scholarship for high-performing Leaving Certificate students from disadvantaged backgrounds five years ago, and says the support was “life-changing.” Now, she is focused on one goal - “to be the best doctor I can be.” Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
What next for the Green Party and for Eamon Ryan? RTÉ News 2024-06-18 | Eamon Ryan has announced that he is to step down as Green Party leader and will not stand in the next General Election. What is next for the Green Party and for Eamon Ryan?Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Propeller believed to be from WWI German submarine recovered off Cork RTÉ News 2024-06-17 | Divers have recovered a propeller believed to be from a World War One German submarine which sank in Cork Harbour in 1917.The UC-42 sank in 30 metres of water just off Roches Point at the mouth of Cork Harbour on 10 September 1917 when a mine it was carrying exploded. All 27 members of the crew died.The entrance to Cork Harbour was regularly mined by German forces during WWI in a bid to disrupt British supply routes.The location of the submarine was re-discovered in 2010 by local divers. Protected under the National Monuments Act, the submarine is considered a war grave.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Sisters will carry photo of father who died 20 years ago to summit of Mount Kilimanjaro RTÉ News 2024-06-16 | Two Irish sisters will carry a photo of their father who died from cancer 20 years to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro beginning this Father's Day.Jennifer and Sarah O'Duffy are retracing their father Conor's footsteps. He himself reached the summit nine months before he died from oesophageal cancer.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Natural History Museum to close for major refurbishment RTÉ News 2024-06-14 | The Natural History Museum in Dublin is to close from September for a number of years to facilitate major refurbishment works.The ultimate timeline for the work at The Dead Zoo - which will address long-standing issues with accessibility - will be established in coming months.Built in 1856, Ms Lynn Scarff, Director of the National Museum of Ireland, said: "A drafty, leaky building that is not accessible to anyone with mobility impairment does not do justice to our wonderful visitors and the incredible collection we have in Natural History."Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Tiernan, OHanlon and Kielty meet Pope Francis RTÉ News 2024-06-14 | Irish entertainers Tommy Tiernan, Ardal O'Hanlon and Patrick Kielty were among a group of around 100 comedians who had an audience with Pope Francis this morning.The "conclave of comedians" also included Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock, Stephen Colbert and Conan O’Brien.It's OK to make fun of God as long as the joke is not offensive, Pope Francis said at the event."Can we also laugh at God? Of course, it's not blasphemy, we can, just as we play and joke with the people we love," the Pontiff said, speaking in Italian.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Team Ireland bags silver and breaks record at European Athletics Championships RTÉ News 2024-06-12 | Sharlene Mawdsley, Rhasidat Adeleke, Phil Healy and Sophie Becker secured a silver medal, breaking a national record in the 4x400 relay final at the European Athletic Championships.
Happy Days: Henry Winkler praises Dublin Fire Brigade RTÉ News 2024-06-12 | US actor Henry Winkler, best known as The Fonz from sitcom Happy Days, has praised Dublin firefighters involved in this morning's evacuation of the historic Shelbourne Hotel.Winkler, who is staying at the hotel while he is in Dublin to promote his memoir 'Being Henry', was also seen thanking fire officers for their work.Dublin Fire Brigade said a fire, which appeared to have started in the roof space above a bedroom in the hotel, had been contained and everyone was safe. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
“She went to our school!” - Pupils on Adeleke’s success RTÉ News 2024-06-11 | Pupils at Rhasidat Adeleke’s old primary school in Dublin have been reflecting on her inspirational performances at the European Athletics Championships in Rome.
RTÉ Investigates: Significant horse abuse exposed at key site by secret RTÉ filming RTÉ News 2024-06-11 | Serious animal welfare abuses have been uncovered in the treatment of horses being sent for slaughter at Ireland's only licensed equine abattoir.In the first story of a number over coming days, Conor Ryan of RTÉ Investigates reports.READ MORE: https://www.rte.ie/news/investigations-unit/2024/0611/1454235-significant-horse-abuse-exposed-at-key-site-by-secret-rte-filming/----Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
John Morans dog gives us his view on his owner being in pole position RTÉ News 2024-06-11 | Dogs at polling stations, or #dogsatpollingstations, has become a thing in recent years. But what about a canine in the count centre?In Limerick, John Moran’s dog, Henri, had plenty to say about his owner being in pole position to be Ireland's first directly elected mayor. #dogs #limerick #limerickmayor #elections2024 #rtenews #shorts
Rhasidat Adeleke just missed out on gold in the European Athletic Championships. RTÉ News 2024-06-10 | Rhasidat Adeleke just missed out on gold, securing a silver medal in the 400m at the European Athletic Championships.
Whats in a nickname? Memorable monikers from Elections 2024 RTÉ News 2024-06-10 | Meet Chicken, Speedy and Daisy.There is a long-standing tradition in Irish politics for candidates with nicknames on the ballot paper to be elected to public office.And these elections have been no exception.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Behind the scenes of the RTÉ Result Centre with Katie Hannon RTÉ News 2024-06-09 | Katie Hannon takes us behind the scenes to look at the RTÉ Results Centre touchscreen - where the election counts from all around Ireland are collated.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Five key takeaways from Irelands Local Elections RTÉ News 2024-06-09 | From Sinn Féin failing to fire to Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael battling it out to be top dog. Here are five takeaways from the Local Elections with RTÉ Political Correspondent Paul Cunningham.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
How does RTÉ deliver its comprehensive elections results coverage? RTÉ News 2024-06-08 | How does RTÉ deliver its comprehensive elections results coverage across online, social, television and radio platforms?Take a sneak peek behind the scenes of our elections results centre.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
How many t-shirts do you have to sell to become a rock star? RTÉ News 2024-06-07 | One young Dublin rock band called Basht. say that when they played in the UK, they sold boxes of t-shirts at their gigs to pay the bills.With appearance fees for music gigs starting at a few hundreds of pounds there, the fees do not cover the expenses of flights, accommodation and renting a van.But Basht. say it is worth it for the chance to be seen by a wider audience.Read the full story: https://rte.ie/b/1453604
Cat takes in orchestra performance up close and purrsonal RTÉ News 2024-06-07 | This cat decided to take in a little musical performance at the Istanbul Music Festival. The Lucerne Festival Strings were performing when the cat decided to join them on the stage to take in their music up close and purrsonal. #cats #orchestra #music #rtenews
Just Stop Oil supporters let off fire extinguisher at Duke of Westminsters wedding RTÉ News 2024-06-07 | Two Just Stop Oil supporters disrupted the wedding of the Duke of Westminster by using a fire extinguisher to project powdered paint towards the couple. Police intervened and arrested both. Just Stop Oil said in a statement that the pair were taking action to demand an emergency plan to end the extraction and burning of oil, gas and coal by 2030. Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1453612#dukeofwestminster #royalwedding #rtenews #shorts
Irish actress Nicola Coughlan says it feels crazy special to attend Bridgertons Dublin premiere RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | Irish actress Nicola Coughlan attends Bridgerton’s Dublin premiere with co-star Luke Newton at The Lighthouse Cinema.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Bridgerton fans step out in style for Nicola Coughlan at Dublin Premiere RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | Bridgerton fans have stepped out in style for a special screening in Dublin this evening. Two of the stars of the hit Netflix show, Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton, are attending the event at the Light House Cinema.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
War is a nonsense says D-Day veteran on 80th anniversary of the landings RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | Commemorations have been taking place in France to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. Around 180 veterans aged in their late 90s or over 100 attended the ceremonies. Bob Gravells, a Royal Navy Veteran, said “war is a nonsense” but at the time, it was necessary. #dday #wwii #dday80 #rtenews
Events to mark D-Day at An Fód Dubh - Blacksod - in Mayo RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | A series of events are taking place in Mayo at An Fód Dubh - Blacksod - to mark the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings.It was here that 21 year old Maureen Sweeney recorded critical readings of an impending Atlantic storm. Her report led to a 24 hour postponement which ultimately secured victory for the Allies.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Commemorations in France to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | Around 180 veterans aged in their late 90s or over 100, were guests of honour at D-Day commemorations in France, many attending in wheelchairs for possibly the last time.In an operation kept secret from the Germans, some 156,000 Allies landed on five beaches spread across the Normandy coast that summer: Omaha and Utah for the Americans, Gold and Sword for the British, and Juno for the British and Canadians.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Very worrying incidents at level crossings so far this year RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | Iarnród Éireann is urging road users to use level crossings safely after a number of “very worrying incidents” so far this year. 28 incidents have been recorded – almost half of which resulted in damage to the crossing or injury to the road user. Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1453424#levelcrossings #trains #railway #rtenews
How to vote in the Local, European and Limerick Mayoral Elections RTÉ News 2024-06-06 | Voting takes place tomorrow for three electoral contests – the local elections, the European elections and the Limerick Mayor election. Here's a quick guide on how to vote.#elections2024 #euelections2024 #howtovote #rtenews
Supermacs wins Big Mac trademark case with McDonalds RTÉ News 2024-06-05 | The General Court of the European Court of Justice has upheld a complaint by the Irish fast-food company Supermac’s against the global giant McDonald’s in a long-running dispute over the use of the "Big Mac" trademark.The court ruled that McDonald's could not use the trademark when it came to poultry products such as chicken sandwiches.The ruling also deprives McDonald’s of using the term Big Mac as a protected trademark when branding its restaurants, drive-through facilities and for the preparation of carry-out food.Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1453086
The news2day guide to European elections RTÉ News 2024-06-05 | On Friday 7th June, voters go to the polls to elect Ireland's members of the European Parliament.Children may have some questions about the work the EU does.Here, news2day explain what they do and how the representatives will be elected.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Construction works commence on Narrow Water Bridge to link Co Louth and Co Down RTÉ News 2024-06-04 | Construction works have commenced on the Narrow Water Bridge, a 195m cable-stayed bridge linking Co Louth and Co Down. Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians will be able to use the bridge, which is expected to be completed in 2027. It will also open to allow the passage of ships through and on to the Newry Canal. Asked if there were concerns surrounding the project timeline and budget, the Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said the bridge linking Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland can be built "on time and within budget". Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1452895
The news2day guide to local elections RTÉ News 2024-06-04 | Children across Ireland might have seen signs around their area or even on the gates of their schools saying "Polling Station".On Friday, Irish citizens over the age of 18 will vote for who they want to represent them in their local communities.Children may have many questions about this upcoming election.This video from news2day explains everything younger people need to know about the vote.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Boxes of exam papers delivered to schools RTÉ News 2024-06-04 | Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Leaving Cert and Me: Samantha Libreri RTÉ News 2024-06-02 | It's a big week for Leaving Cert students across the country, with English Paper 1 kicking things off on Wednesday. We asked several well-known faces from the RTÉ newsroom to share their Leaving Cert memories. Today it's the turn of RTÉ's Eastern Correspondent, Samantha Libreri.#LeavingCert #ClassOf2024Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Leaving Cert and Me: David McCullagh RTÉ News 2024-06-01 | We all have memories - or the occasional nightmare - about exam time. So with the Leaving Cert starting this week, we asked RTÉ's Six One News presenter, David McCullagh, to reflect on how it went for him, 38 years ago.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
The camera wont lie - Dublin Gardaí start wearing bodycams RTÉ News 2024-05-31 | Frontline gardaí in Dublin have begun wearing body cameras with around 350 gardaí from three garda stations using the technology on a pilot basis ahead of a planned roll-out across the country next year.The cameras will be worn on a garda's chest and will flash red when they are turned on.Gardaí will not have to tell members of the public when they are in use but will be encouraged to do so as best practice where possible.Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1452277
ESB claims Red Bull skydive over Dublin was a serious safety incident RTÉ News 2024-05-31 | The ESB has described a stunt where three skydivers flew between the Poolbeg Chimneys in Dublin as a "serious safety incident".Footage shows Red Bull's Marco Fürst, Marco Waltenspiel and Max Manow flying through the two chimneys this morning, reaching a top speed of 253km/h and completing their flight in just over a minute.The ESB says it was not approached in relation to the skydive and did not give permission for it to take place.Red Bull Ireland has said the stunt was carried out "with rigorous safety measures and with the permission from all the required relevant authorities".Read: https://rte.ie/b/1452382Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Tips for de-stressing during exam time RTÉ News 2024-05-31 | Studying for exams can be stressful. Sitting them, even more so.With the Leaving Cert and Junior Cycle exams just days away, we asked a wellness expert - who also happens to be a captain in the Defence Forces - for their three top tips on managing stress and anxiety over the next few weeks.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Im a very innocent man - Donald Trump reacts to guilty verdict in hush money trial RTÉ News 2024-05-30 | Donald Trump has become the first US president to be convicted of a crime after a New York jury found him guilty of falsifying documents to cover up a payment to silence an adult film actress ahead of the 2016 election. After deliberations over two days, the 12-member jury announced this evening that it had found Trump guilty on all 34 counts he faced. Unanimity was required for any verdict. Trump has said he is "a very innocent man" in remarks after the verdict was announced.Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1452108 #trump #donaldtrump #trumptrial #rtenews
Opening Day of the Bloom Horticulture and Food Festival RTÉ News 2024-05-30 | The five day bloom horticulture and food festival got underway in the Pheonix park today. This is its 18th year and the event attracted thousands of visitors from throughout the country.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
I want to go home - life in a Lebanese shelter RTÉ News 2024-05-30 | In Lebanon, Hezbollah has been exchanging rocket fire with the Israeli military since October, when the militant group began firing on towns in northern Israel in support of Hamas.More than 60,000 people have been displaced in northern Israel as a result. In southern Lebanon, around 100,000 people have been forced to flee their homes.RTÉ News Deputy Foreign Editor Edmund Heaphy and cameraman Owen Corcoran visited a government-run shelter operating out of a school in the Lebanese city of Tyre, where families have been living for nearly eight months.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Exam tips to stop your tummy rumbling RTÉ News 2024-05-30 | Wondering what foods will stop your tummy from rumbling in the exam hall?With the Leaving Cert and Junior Cycle exams starting next week, study may be the top priority right now.But when the exams start, experts say that the food you eat can help to fuel your performance.We've asked a dietician to share their three nutrition tips for exam time.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Stowaways emerge from trailer in Dublin warehouse RTÉ News 2024-05-29 | Watch the moment six migrants emerge from a lorry trailer parking up at a warehouse in Dublin.This was one of the nine deliveries received by Hyland Shipping in the past week which had evidence of migrants stowing away.On the eight other occasions, the stowaways had exited the lorry before it made the warehouse.Because of this “unprecedented” raise in incidents, Hyland Shipping has stopped accepting deliveries that have come through Cherbourg Port in France.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Sligo primary school promotes integration of autistic children RTÉ News 2024-05-29 | A Co Sligo primary school is holding a series of events this week to promote the integration of autistic children into mainstream schools.Among the events was a special forecast by RTÉ weather presenter Louise Heraghty.She is a past pupil of Our Lady of Mercy Primary School, and she gave pupils the opportunity to do some weather reporting along with her 6-year-old son James who is neurodivergent.There are well over 400 pupils attending Our Lady of Mercy school in Sligo town. Around 30 have autism and numbers will increase next term.The level of support and staff training is paying off as the unique strengths and needs of these children are being recognised and nurtured.Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Mother Teresa could not beat these charges - Donald Trump as jury begins deliberations RTÉ News 2024-05-29 | Donald Trump has said not even Mother Teresa could beat the charges he is facing. Jurors have begun deliberations in his hush money trial in New York, where he is charged with falsifying documents to cover up payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Mr Trump also accused the judge of being “very, very corrupt”. Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1451953 #donaldtrump #trump #trumptrial #newyork #rtenews
Cram or sleep at exam time? RTÉ News 2024-05-29 | Cram or sleep? With exactly one week to go until the Leaving Cert and Junior Cert exams start, experts say a good night's sleep is one of the secrets to exam success.So here are three top sleep tips for students.We will be sharing more ‘Exam Time’ tips throughout the week. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news
Still living the dream - Irelands longest living heart transplant recipient RTÉ News 2024-05-28 | Ireland’s longest living heart transplant recipient says he is “still living the dream” 38 years after his procedure. Dubliner Andy Kavanagh was just 19 when he underwent his surgery in 1986. He is just one year behind the longest surviving heart transplant patient in the world. Read more: https://rte.ie/b/1451640 #hearttransplant #transplant #organdonation #rtenews
