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Survivors invited to view excavation works at site of former mother and baby home in Tuam

Survivors invited to view excavation works at site of former mother and baby home in Tuam

June 17, 2025 by

SURVIVORS and family members connected to a mother and baby home in Tuam which is currently being excavated have been invited to view the works at the site. Some 796 children are believed to be buried in a septic tank at the former home in Co. Galway while it was in operation under the Bon Secours sisters from 1925 t0 1961. Pre-excavation work has begun at the site of the … [Read more...] about Survivors invited to view excavation works at site of former mother and baby home in Tuam

‘Concerned’ Tánaiste calls for ‘restraint’ as Israeli-Iranian conflict escalates

June 17, 2025 by

TÁNAISTE Simon Harris has called for a deescalation of the worsening conflict between Israel and Iran. Strikes between the two nations have intensified over the weekend. The conflict erupted on Friday, June 13, after Israel attacked nuclear and military sites in Iran, which saw Iran retaliate with aerial attacks. More than 220 people have been killed in Israeli strikes so far, … [Read more...] about ‘Concerned’ Tánaiste calls for ‘restraint’ as Israeli-Iranian conflict escalates

Mother and baby home inquiry and redress scheme to be established in Northern Ireland

June 17, 2025 by

AN inquiry will be set up into mother and baby homes that were historically in operation in Northern Ireland. Legislation was introduced in Stormont yesterday to establish the Inquiry into Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses and an associated redress scheme for victims. “We have introduced legislation to establish an Inquiry into Mother and Baby … [Read more...] about Mother and baby home inquiry and redress scheme to be established in Northern Ireland

Ireland sells the last of its AIB shares, returning it to private ownership

June 17, 2025 by

IRELAND has officially ended its ownership of Allied Irish Banks (AIB). The government confirmed the sale of its remaining 2.06% stake in AIB, generating €305.3 million at a price of €6.94 per share. This final sale means the state now has no direct shareholding in AIB. Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe described the sale as a “significant moment” in a statement. “This sale … [Read more...] about Ireland sells the last of its AIB shares, returning it to private ownership

E-scooter rider dies in hospital after being found seriously injured on Dublin road

June 17, 2025 by

A YOUNG man who was involved in a collision while riding an electric scooter in Dublin has since died in hospital. The man, aged in his 20s, was found seriously injured on the Cappagh Road in Finglas at round 5pm on Sunday, June 15. He was brought to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown to be treated for his injuries, where he has since passed away. Gardaí have appealed for anyone … [Read more...] about E-scooter rider dies in hospital after being found seriously injured on Dublin road

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July 5, 1896

Bill Doolin, famous western outlaw of Irish descent, escaped from jail on this day in 1896. Born in Arkansas, Doolin went west and worked several jobs as a cowboy on Oklahoma ranches. He eventually became a member of the Dalton gang, who attempted several robberies. In 1892, Doolin formed his own gang called the Wild Bunch, which became the most infamous outlaw group of the west at that time. Doolin was eventually shot and killed by U.S. Marshal Heck Thomas.

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