Ireland News in English

Good morning! It’s 8th May, and here’s your Ireland daily news capsule.

Trump insists ceasefire still in effect after US and Iran exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz.

Poll suggests lead for Fine Gael's Kyne in Galway West, a potential game changer.

Reform UK surges as Labour Party suffers heavy early losses in local elections.

Housing minister to meet Oliver Bond residents following outcry over scrapping of regeneration scheme.

Cork man accused of stabbing his two brothers found not guilty after dramatic trial.

Belfast-Dublin rail service receives €700 million investment and eight new trains on the way.

Health minister insists recruitment freeze won't affect frontline staff amid €250 million HSE overspend.

Wicklow man who sexually assaulted a six-year-old girl avoids jail in shocking case.

INMO calls emergency motion over cost-of-living pressures affecting nurses and midwives.

EU moves to ban AI systems generating sexualized deepfakes, marking a pivotal moment.

82% of job seekers would apply if salary details were included in job postings.

Hantavirus not the same as Covid, Ireland well prepared, says leading professor.

11-year-old arrested following disorder in Derry, as police face sectarian attacks.

Government urges public to “Be Tick Aware” as Lyme disease season kicks off.

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