Ireland News in English

Good morning! It’s 17th August, and here’s your Ireland daily news capsule.

Young men drive wrong way on motorways for social media likes, exploiting Garda rules.

Five teenagers tragically killed in a collision on the M9 after driving on the wrong side.

Ireland shines at the European Championships with medals and standout performances from athletes.

Mona McSharry secures her third medal at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris.

Derry bonfire incidents are now classified as sectarian hate crimes, prompting police appeals for calm.

Two Sinn Féin politicians are under investigation for a €200,000 fraud case, with a file sent to DPP.

A Wicklow footballer with a serious injury waited three hours for an ambulance to arrive.

Belgium battles wildfires as they creep towards Germany, with two confirmed dead and hundreds evacuated.

An earthquake in Indonesia has killed 53, with rescue efforts hampered by aftershocks.

The historic Georgian residence in Wexford, known from films, is now on the market for €1.5 million.

Tommy Fleming’s ex-wife raises concerns about her story being misrepresented ahead of a TV show.

Ireland's women’s hockey team faces a tough challenge after losing their World Cup opener against Spain.

A solar eclipse captivates spectators across Europe, with thousands turning out to witness the cosmic event.

Skin cancer survivors urge others to get checked for common symptoms after their own experiences.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is now the deadliest in the country’s history.

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