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European Commission opposes cuts to crisis funding ahead of EU budget summit

The European Commission has opposed proposed reductions to the European Union’s crisis-response funding, warning that the changes could weaken the bloc’s ability to support farmers and regions facing future emergencies. The disagreement comes ahead of a key EU summit in Brussels, where member......

Moroccan nationals exempt from Irish visa application fees

Moroccan nationals are among a group of foreign citizens exempt from paying Irish visa application fees, according to Ireland’s Immigration Service Delivery. The measure reduces the administrative cost of applying for an Irish visa, while leaving the visa requirement itself unchanged for Moroccan......

Morocco wins African and world billiards titles in Marrakech

Morocco's national billiards team secured a landmark double triumph on home soil on Saturday, winning both the African and world titles at the 2026 championships in Marrakech. The Moroccan side completed its campaign with an 11-9 victory over Northern Ireland in the world championship team final,......

Ireland-Israel: Players Vote to Proceed with Nations League Matches

The Irish national team will ultimately play its two Nations League matches against Israel. After several hours of discussions within the group, the players conducted a vote resulting in the decision to maintain both scheduled matches, announced David Courell, the general director of the Football Association......

Trump plans to remove US tariffs on Irish whiskey

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to eliminate the 15% tariff currently imposed on Irish whiskey, saying he intends to respond to repeated calls for the measure to be removed. Trump made the announcement while attending the conclusion of the Irish Open golf tournament, where he said the......

Trump discusses a united Ireland during his visit to Dublin

During his trip to Dublin, Donald Trump surprised many by expressing support for a potential unification of Ireland. This unusual stance from the American president on a historical and sensitive issue has divided different communities on the island for decades. Donald Trump created a stir during his......

Apple pays $17 billion in taxes in Ireland in a single year

Apple paid approximately $17 billion in taxes to the Irish government over the past year, according to recently disclosed financial information, highlighting Ireland’s important role in the technology giant’s international corporate structure. The amount represented nearly 40% of Apple’s......

Mark Zuckerberg expands his property portfolio with historic Irish mansion

Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg has acquired a historic mansion in Ireland, adding another high-profile property to his growing real estate portfolio. The value of the transaction has not been disclosed. Zuckerberg purchased Strancally Castle, a Gothic Revival-style estate in County Waterford in......

Irish football association withdraws support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, dealing another political setback to the Swiss-Italian official as criticism over his leadership continues to grow. The decision was taken following a meeting of the FAI board, which agreed to reverse......