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Brussels: The European Parliament has voted in plenary session to retain the existing three-hour threshold that allows air passengers to claim compensation for flight delays, rejecting proposals to extend the time limit. The vote…

Warsaw: Poland has reportedly overtaken the European Central Bank (ECB) in gold holdings, a milestone that significantly strengthens its position within Europe’s economic landscape. The National Bank of Poland (NBP) has increased its…

Dublin: Minister James Brown is set to announce a €1 billion housing infrastructure plan this week as part of the government’s efforts to address Ireland’s ongoing housing crisis. The initiative will be delivered through the newly…

Dublin: The Indian Embassy in Ireland has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of Indian students, stating that Ireland remains a safe, inclusive and welcoming country for international residents, including…

Dublin: The Department of Education is facing a surge of complaints from parents—and even students—over the rollout of the new primary curriculum. Hundreds of emails and petitions allege the reforms promote “vocal ideology” and “grooming”,…

Brussels: European Union member states have stepped back from imposing retaliatory trade measures against the United States, opting instead for diplomatic engagement amid rising tensions over US plans involving Greenland. An EU diplomat…

Dublin: The government is considering making helmets compulsory for e-scooter users as part of a wider effort to toughen regulations. Spike in Child Injuries Hospitals report: A fourfold rise in e-scooter injuries since 2021 500…

Dublin: New reports alleging that extremist organisations linked to the Muslim Brotherhood are recruiting students across Irish and UK campuses have triggered widespread debate and scrutiny. The claims surfaced via a social media post by…

Dublin: Ireland’s heavy reliance on corporate tax revenues from US multinational companies is emerging as the country’s biggest financial vulnerability this year, according to leading economists. Experts caution that any reduction in this…

Dublin: India has overtaken the United States to become the top source of international students in Ireland as the number of overseas enrolments reaches a new high. A record 9,175 Indian students are currently studying in Ireland,…