A MAN has been extradited from Northern Ireland to Germany where he is being sought to stand trial for a number of offences of rape and sexual assault committed against a child. The offences occurred in the Berlin area of Germany between September 2020 and December 2021. The 38-year-old man was arrested in Portadown, Co. Armagh on January 13, 2025 and has since been held in … [Read more...] about Man arrested in Co. Armagh extradited to Germany to stand trial for child sexual offences
Four arrested after gardaí seize more than €380,000 in cash during Dublin and Leitrim searches
FOUR people have been arrested after gardaí seized more than €380,000 in cash following searches of residential premises in North Dublin and Co. Leitrim. Investigators also intercepted two vehicles shortly before 8pm in North Dublin during the operation, part of ongoing investigations targeting organised crime activity. As well as recovering a total of €383,000, a money counter … [Read more...] about Four arrested after gardaí seize more than €380,000 in cash during Dublin and Leitrim searches
New video game reimagines Ireland’s last witch trial
A DARK chapter from Ireland’s history has been brought back to life through a video game that blends historical accuracy with interactive storytelling. 1711 Ireland: A Witch’s Fate, developed by Ulster University and launched at Northern Ireland’s new Studio Ulster, offers players a journey through the infamous Islandmagee witch trials. The game is a landmark release: the first … [Read more...] about New video game reimagines Ireland’s last witch trial
Ireland’s win against Armenia revives World Cup hopes
THE Republic of Ireland kept their World Cup qualification dreams alive with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Armenia at the Aviva Stadium. In a match that offered little quality in the first half, Ireland looked short of ideas and struggled to impose themselves on a resolute Armenian side. The visitors nearly struck first when Eduard Spertsyan, who had scored in Armenia’s win … [Read more...] about Ireland’s win against Armenia revives World Cup hopes
Ireland pledges millions more for Gaza amid ceasefire
IRELAND is preparing to increase its financial aid to Gaza, pledging tens of millions of euros. The announcement follows a ceasefire agreement that saw the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees, bringing renewed hopes for lasting peace along the Gaza strip. According to RTÉ, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris will brief Cabinet this week on … [Read more...] about Ireland pledges millions more for Gaza amid ceasefire