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Rescue Operation Ongoing After Fishing Boat Sinks in Carlingford Lough

A fishing boat sank in Carlingford Lough near Greencastle Point, County Down. One person rescued; search continues for another. Rescue 116 and local units are involved.

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PA Media A helicopter flying in the sky. It is red and white in colour and has the words Irish coast guard written in black.

MAGA Influencer Melissa Rein Lively Admits Assault at Bond Street Station

Melissa Rein Lively, a Trump-supporting influencer, admitted to assaulting a woman at Bond Street station. Her partner denies racially aggravated offences. The case proceeds with compensation paid to the victim.

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PA Studio portrait of a woman with long blonde hair, wearing a white top and jewellery, standing against a plain light background

Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Mother and Attempted Murder of Father

Daniel Heyneman received a life sentence for murdering his mother and six years for attempting to murder his father in Ballyconnell, Ireland. The judge highlighted the extraordinary violence and lasting impact on the family, noting mental health issues did not excuse the crimes.

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RTÉ A Garda car sits in front of a white bungalow. A Christmas decoration hangs from the front door. A pair of little trees sit on each side of the front door.

Deadly Russian Air Raids Strike Kyiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv Amid Strike Warnings

Russian air raids hit Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv, killing at least five and injuring dozens amid warnings of a massive strike. Buildings were damaged, and residents sought shelter as officials confirmed casualties and destruction.

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A child sits on the ground near damaged cars and debris with smoke rising from destroyed buildings behind

Four Dead, Multiple Injured in Widespread Russian Strikes Across Ukraine

At least four killed and several injured in Ukraine after major Russian overnight strikes, including attacks on Kyiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia amid warnings of a massive assault.

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Reuters A rescuer works at a site of apartment buildings hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine May 31, 2026.

Meta Whistleblower Remains Silent at Hay Festival Amid Legal Restrictions

Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former Meta executive, remained silent at the Hay Festival panel due to legal restrictions preventing her from promoting her book. Meta denies silencing her, citing a binding arbitration order.

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France Seizes Sanctioned Russian Oil Tanker with UK Support, Macron Confirms

France, with UK support, seized the sanctioned Russian oil tanker Tagor, part of Russia's shadow fleet evading sanctions. The operation, condemned by Russia, marks France's fourth such boarding since 2025, aiming to enforce maritime law and disrupt funding for Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Reuters A French Navy officer wearing a black uniform labelled Marine Nationale observes an alleged Russian oil tanker sailing in the Atlantic ocean.

Holocaust Survivor Tomi Reichental Dies at 90, Leaving Lasting Legacy

Holocaust survivor Tomi Reichental, who lost 35 family members at Bergen-Belsen, died aged 90. He dedicated his life to Holocaust education in Ireland.

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PA Media Tomi Reichental has short grey hair. He is wearing a pin striped white shirt and a navy jacket. He is standing near a white curtain and a man's shoulder is visible in the background.

21-Year-Old Man Dies After Assault in Dublin City Centre

A 21-year-old man died after an assault in Dublin city centre. Gardaí responded at 03:00 on Monday. The scene is preserved and a post-mortem will be arranged. Witnesses are urged to contact authorities.

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Three Fatal Road Crashes in Ireland Over Bank Holiday Weekend

Three people died in separate road crashes in Ireland over the bank holiday weekend, including incidents in County Louth, Roscommon, and Dublin. Gardaí seek witnesses or footage.

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Getty Images A Garda officer wears a yellow jacket with 'Garda' on the back in grey writing and blue background

Jersey Faces Child Poverty Crisis Amid Rising Cost of Living Ahead of 2026 Election

Jersey faces a child poverty crisis with a quarter of children living in low-income households amid rising living costs. Islanders share struggles with housing, childcare, and groceries, prompting calls for government action ahead of the 2026 election.

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BBC Dr Carmel Corrigan is pictured in the Children's Commissioners office, she is wearing a white shirt and has black glasses.

Dead Humpback Whale Towed Ashore in Denmark for Autopsy

The carcass of a dead humpback whale, known as "Timmy" or "Hope," was towed ashore on Denmark's Anholt island for a post-mortem. After failed rescue attempts in the Baltic Sea, concerns rise over decomposition and disposal on a popular beach.

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Getty Images Officials in wetsuits attend to a whale stranded in the shallow waters off the island of Poel