Ireland’s time in EU hot seat has potential for plenty of awkward moments – The Irish Times
For the second half of this year the Government will be steering – not setting – the political…
Washington offers US$200 million to boost American smartphone industry in Indo-Pacific
The US State Department will subsidise companies to roll out cheap smartphones running American software in the Indo-Pacific…
Geothermal energy could replace 42% of EU’s fossil electricity. Which nation has the most potential?
Published on 19/02/2026 – 6:00 GMT+1 New technologies are unlocking geothermal electricity across much wider parts of Europe,…
ECB President Lagarde plans to quit before Macron’s term ends, FT reports
FRANKFURT, Feb 18 (Reuters) – European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde plans to leave her job early, ahead…
ECB says ‘no decision made’ on Lagarde’s potential early exit amid reports
Published on 18/02/2026 – 9:27 GMT+1•Updated 15:20 After reports on Wednesday that Christine Lagarde is poised to step…
New digital and AI strategy to confirm plans for under-16s social media ban – The Irish Times
The Cabinet is to consider a new digital and artificial intelligence (AI) strategy on Wednesday that will confirm…
EU investigates Shein for sale of childlike sex dolls – The Irish Times
The EU has opened a formal investigation into China-founded fast-fashion retailer Shein for breaching the bloc’s rules on…
EU countries need to ‘urgently coordinate’ to adapt to climate change, EU’s advisory board warns
EU countries need to “urgently coordinate” to anticipate and mitigate the effects of climate change, such as flooding,…
When do the clocks go forward in Ireland in 2026?
Brighter evenings are on the horizon Clocks (stock)(Image: Getty) The days are getting noticeably longer as we enter…
Exact date clocks go forward in Ireland with 8pm sunsets on the horizon
A relief after months of early sunsets and dark evenings We’ve seen plenty of heavy rainfall across Cork…
Analysis: Will Big Tech’s colossal AI spending crush Europe’s data sovereignty?
Several Big Tech companies have reported earnings in recent weeks and provided estimates for their spending in 2026,…
Healthcare workers with Long Covid feel ‘abandoned’ as special payment ends – The Irish Times
Sandra Luz has a long list of symptoms she continues to suffer from six years after contracting Covid-19…