Ireland News in English

January 16, 2026

AI Generated Audio News Capsule

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Good morning! It’s 16th January, and here’s your Ireland daily news capsule.

RTÉ Chief Financial Officer Mari Hurley resigns after just 18 months in the role.

Irish humanitarian Seán Binder found not guilty of people smuggling in Greece after seven years.

Jon Burrows set to become the next leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.

María Corina Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Trump during a White House meeting.

Housing starts double as government reforms show early positive impact on the market.

Uisce Éireann crews are working to repair a burst water main affecting 5,000 residents in Tramore.

A repatriation bid is underway after a couple and their unborn child die in a tragic crash.

Trump announces the formation of a 'board of peace' aimed at addressing issues in Gaza.

Three Palestine Action activists end their hunger strikes after 73 days of protest.

Primark announces major store closures, impacting four locations including one in Ireland.

Ryanair warns passengers about a banned €4 item that cannot be taken on flights.

Urgent health alert issued as norovirus cases surge, particularly affecting those over 65.

King is honored to be named the new captain of the Ireland women's rugby team.

Next phase of the HPV vaccine catch-up program to begin for fifth and sixth-year students.

Flu has claimed 67 lives this winter, but case numbers are now on the decline.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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