THE University of Galway has confirmed receipt of what it describes as a “significant philanthropic gift” which will support the construction of a new library at their city centre campus. Deirdre and Irial Finan have made a donation, of an undisclosed amount, which will support the construction of the University’s new Library and Learning Commons. “In recognition of the Finan’s … [Read more...] about Significant philanthropic gift will ‘strengthen’ University of Galway’s mission to ‘preserve knowledge’
Significant philanthropic gift will ‘strengthen’ University of Galway’s mission to ‘preserve knowledge’
Irish authorities help dismantle major international human trafficking network
AN INTERNATIONAL human trafficking network that exploited hundreds of women throughout Europe was ended by a major operation in which the gardaí played a pivotal role. An Garda Síochána and the Brazilian Federal Police joined forces in a cross-continental crackdown led by Europol to target a criminal organisation suspected of operating between Brazil, Ireland and several EU … [Read more...] about Irish authorities help dismantle major international human trafficking network
Public warning after man loses £20k to ‘personal development’ scammers
THE public has been warned to be vary of fake websites and adverts with ‘personal development’ offers after a recent scam saw a man lose £20k. Police in the Ards and North Down area of Northern Ireland have issued a public notice, warning people to be “cautious of fraudulent websites and online advertisements claiming to offer personal development courses, language courses and … [Read more...] about Public warning after man loses £20k to ‘personal development’ scammers
Tánaiste ‘deeply concerned’ over instances of antisemitism in Ireland
THERE is “no room” for antisemitism in Ireland Tánaiste Simon Harris said after meeting with members of the nation’s Jewish community. Mr Harris, who is also Ireland’s Foreign Affairs Minister, met with the community this week to discuss their “experiences and concerns”. During those talks he was made aware of the “intolerance” they faced, which he described as “deeply … [Read more...] about Tánaiste ‘deeply concerned’ over instances of antisemitism in Ireland
Hottest summer in Ireland since records began
IRELAND has just experienced its warmest summer since records began in 1900 according to Met Éireann. The national average temperature reached 16.19°C, which surpasses the previous high of 16.11°C recorded twenty years ago. This year has also seen the warmest spring as well, with current trends indicating that 2025 could become the hottest year ever recorded on the island. On … [Read more...] about Hottest summer in Ireland since records began