Category: World

Nicolas ‘Niko’ Dubreuil, a veteran polar explorer with over three decades of experience in the Arctic, knows first-hand the dangers of navigating the region’s icy landscapes. In 2001, while trekking on an icepack in Greenland, he suffered a severe fall, sustaining major injuries. Instead of being deterred though, the experience left him captivated by the […]

On March 13, 2025, Minister of State for Fisheries Timmy Dooley TD announced a €27.75 million funding boost for capital projects at Ireland’s Fishery Harbour Centres as part of the 2025 Fishery Harbour Centre and Coastal Infrastructure Development Programme. This significant investment will modernize key facilities across six state-owned harbours: Killybegs, Ros an Mhíl, An […]

During a discussion on early childhood development, the High Commissioner for Human Rights underscored that 80 per cent of the human brain is formed in the first three years of life, as he appealed for a reset in youth-centred policy. “Investments in early childhood are one of the smartest ways to achieve sustainable economic development; […]

Tánaiste (Deputy Prime Minister) of Ireland, Micheál Martin, has expressed strong support for the Arab Plan for the Reconstruction of Gaza, emphasizing the need for a sustainable, politically and securely grounded approach to rebuilding the region. In a statement released by Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs on March 13, 2025, Martin welcomed the comprehensive plan […]

Minister for Education Helen McEntee TD has today invited schools and YouthReach centres across Ireland to apply to take part in Creative Clusters for the two years commencing September 2025. Up to €575,000 has been made available this year for Creative Clusters, enabling up to 210 schools to come together across 42 clusters. Creative Clusters […]

It was not a given that petrol-powered cars would come to dominate the world. In fact, back in 1900, just 22% of cars produced in the US were powered by gasoline (also known as petrol, benzine or various other names). The rest split between electric and steam cars. There is no consensus on what explains […]

“This is not just a crisis, it is a poly-crisis affecting every sector, from health and nutrition to water, education and protection,” Catherine Russell, UNICEF Executive Director, told ambassadors in the Security Council. Since war erupted between the former allies-turned-rivals, the Sudanese army (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their associated militias in April […]

Residents of Naples were jolted awake early Thursday morning after a 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck the city, marking the strongest tremor in the region in 40 years. The earthquake, which hit around 1:25 a.m., caused minor damage and sent 11 people to the hospital. Some residents fled their homes, choosing to sleep outdoors or in […]

Following a high-level meeting in Saudi Arabia, Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day interim ceasefire, a move that comes alongside the United States lifting its suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. The temporary ceasefire, designed to ease tensions, was welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, although he sought clarification on key details, […]

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that if Russia refuses the ceasefire proposals discussed during recent meetings between Ukrainian and U.S. delegations in Jeddah, the United States is prepared to implement strong measures. Zelensky expressed confidence that these actions would include further sanctions and increased support for Ukraine, though specific details remain unclear. During a […]