A NEW network is being launched to connect Irish women living in Wales. The Irish Women’s Network in Wales is designed to bring together those with "a strong connection to Irish identity, culture, or heritage" and its founding organisers have issued a call out to those who may wish to join. “The network aims to provide a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive space for Irish women … [Read more...] about New network connects Irish women in Wales
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Ireland sees record number of abortions as figures reach over 10,000
IRELAND has recorded its highest number of abortions since the practice was legalised in 2018. Figures released by the Department of Health this week reveal that 10,852 terminations were carried out across the country in 2024. This is a marked increase on the 8,156 abortions reported in 2022. The majority of the terminations were early medical abortions, involving the use of … [Read more...] about Ireland sees record number of abortions as figures reach over 10,000
Russia ‘not interested in peace’ says Ireland’s EU Affairs Minister ahead of Brussels meet
IRELAND will stand strong alongside Ukraine as its war with Russia continues, EU Affairs Minister Thomas Byrne said today. Mr Byrne is in Brussels for a meeting of EU Foreign Ministers where the ongoing conflict between the two nations will be among the topics up for discussion. “EU support for Ukraine, in the face of Russia’s ongoing aggression, must remain steadfast,” Mr … [Read more...] about Russia ‘not interested in peace’ says Ireland’s EU Affairs Minister ahead of Brussels meet
Full forensic excavation of Tuam mother and baby home site begins
THE full forensic excavation of the site of a former mother and baby home in Co. Galway has now begun. Preparation works began at the site in Tuam last month. Forensic excavation work is now underway at the site in Tuam, Co. Galway Up to 800 children are beieved to have been buried in a septic tank at the site while it was in operation under the Bon Secours sisters from 1925 to … [Read more...] about Full forensic excavation of Tuam mother and baby home site begins
Caviar sturgeon seen in Irish waters for the first time in decades
A FISH long thought to be extinct in Ireland has been found in Irish waters. A caviar-producing sturgeon - once dubbed the “royal fish” for its association with British monarchs - was recently caught off Valencia Island in County Kerry, marking the first confirmed sighting in four decades. The six-foot-long fish was hauled up by Declan O’Sullivan, skipper of the Trinity, a … [Read more...] about Caviar sturgeon seen in Irish waters for the first time in decades