#  @independent_ie Irish Independent Irish Independent posts on YouTube about ireland, health, politics, finance the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCRIi2dybGnHe3D9vdJJuU-Q/interactions)  - [--] Week [-------] +48% - [--] Month [---------] +79% - [--] Months [---------] -3.90% - [--] Year [----------] +243% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCRIi2dybGnHe3D9vdJJuU-Q/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] +5.50% - [--] Month [---] -5.20% - [--] Months [-----] +8.30% - [--] Year [-----] +546% ### Followers: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCRIi2dybGnHe3D9vdJJuU-Q/followers)  - [--] Week [-------] +1% - [--] Month [-------] +2.30% - [--] Months [-------] +11% - [--] Year [-------] +24% ### CreatorRank: [---------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCRIi2dybGnHe3D9vdJJuU-Q/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) 68.39% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 25.91% [finance](/list/finance) 9.84% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 3.63% [stocks](/list/stocks) 2.07% [celebrities](/list/celebrities) 2.07% [social networks](/list/social-networks) 1.55% [ufc](/list/ufc) 1.04% [currencies](/list/currencies) 1.04% [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies) 0.52% **Social topic influence** [ireland](/topic/ireland) #1302, [health](/topic/health) 44.04%, [politics](/topic/politics) 42.49%, [finance](/topic/finance) #3000, [dublin](/topic/dublin) #898, [in the](/topic/in-the) 9.33%, [indo](/topic/indo) 6.22%, [money](/topic/money) 4.66%, [sport](/topic/sport) 3.63%, [connor](/topic/connor) 3.11% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@indosportpodcast](/creator/undefined) [@karlhenrypt](/creator/undefined) [@independentie](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Spotify Technology (SPOT)](/topic/$spot) [Lear Corporation (LEA)](/topic/$lea) [Spire Inc. (SR)](/topic/$sr) [Achain (ACT)](/topic/achain) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "New rules for financial firms coming should better protect consumers New rules for financial firms which experts say should better protect consumers will be introduced next month. From March [--] there will be a ban on auto-renewal of a wide range of insurance including for travel and gadgets. Mortgage switching should also get easier because lenders will have to provide title deeds to a borrower within [--] days of a request. Additionally stronger rules are coming in for customers in vulnerable circumstances. These rules are part of the Central Banks revised Consumer Protection Code (CPC). For" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1VkJnZ9QiSI) 2026-02-04T08:28Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Why Sarah Corbett believes the killing of her father Jason was recorded on a listening device News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2ABkoHT8EOk) 2025-05-19T09:06Z 100K followers, 13K engagements "Ozempic Explained: What Were Getting Wrong About Obesity Real Health Aimee Donnellan Reuters columnist and author of Off the Scales: The Inside Story of Ozempic and the Race to Cure Obesity joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #obesity #Ireland #ozempic News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3k7lAJOlbnQ) 2026-02-06T08:00Z 100K followers, [---] engagements "Safari in Kenya's Maasai Mara - A once-in-a-lifetime holiday Travel The secret to safari Forget the Big Five and take the Maasai Maras magic one moment at a time. Safari is the Swahili word for journey and an adventure that goes far beyond the Big Five as a father and son learn on a magical trip to Kenyas Maasai Mara Reserve Forget the Big Five. There are no lions buffalos elephants leopards or rhinos in this magical scene. Safari is not about making a list our guide Sammy says. Every drive is different. Were in Kenyas Maasai Mara on a holiday with tourism conservation company Great Plains." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4IMGAItb_88) 2026-02-09T19:00Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "'We need aggressive enforcement' - Calls for immediate scrambler ban in Dil During Leaders Questions on Wednesday the Taoiseach insisted the hands of An Garda Sochna are not tied behind their backs when dealing with the issue of scramblers. In response to questions from Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald about the enforcement capabilities of the Garda in relation to the use of scramblers Mr Martin said the force have "significant powers". McDonald had called for "aggressive rigorous enforcement" to get scramblers off Irish roads. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6ILYnjVHvGM) 2026-02-04T18:26Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "GAA in land tax row over idle Croke Park properties The GAA is locked in several legal disputes over the alleged mis-designation of properties near Croke Park as residential leaving the association liable for a tax that targets idle land. Three sets of High Court judicial review proceedings have been filed by GAA companies over the inclusion of properties at Jones Road in Dublin in maps for lands subject to Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT). RZLT is an annual 3pc tax on the market value of specific serviced residential or mixed-use zoned land. For more on this story and more visit the Irish" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9pQiFZz5Ky4) 2026-02-09T11:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Ireland's once biggest OnlyFans star on the work the money and the dark side Just Between Us Jennifer Zamparelli sits down with Niamh O'Connor to talk about her OnlyFans past how she made her money how quickly she made it and what she had to do and deal with to keep up that lifestyle. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AYvp1qZWZM4) 2025-11-13T06:00Z 100K followers, 12.7K engagements "Eyewitnesses to fatal Dublin city centre bus crash recount horrific scene Witnesses have described hearing a massive bang during a crash in Dublin city centre involving a double-decker bus in which man in his 80s died and three others were injured. The incident involving the Bus ireann vehicle happened on the pedestrianised North Earl Street near Dublins Spire about 12.30pm on Thursday during a busy lunchtime as shoppers went about their business. A male pedestrian aged in his 80s was pronounced dead at the scene. A second male pedestrian in his 20s is being treated in hospital for serious" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=D6LhD5mfLBg) 2026-02-05T21:25Z 100K followers, 33.1K engagements "Landlord who tried to charge tenant for use of fridge and dining table issues judicial review A landlord who tried to charge a tenant extra money for use of a fridge dining table and overnight stays by his girlfriend has issued judicial review proceedings after the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) awarded [----] against her. Gabriela Hennigan and her husband Michael Hennigan rented a room in a house in Clonsilla Dublin [--] to a French student attending Maynooth University between September [----] and April [----]. Their daughter was also living there and the remaining bedrooms were being used by" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F9j-WJ15lWI) 2026-02-04T12:23Z 100K followers, [---] engagements "Dublin council chief Richard Shakespeare wants to clean up Dublin and ditch 'dirty old town' label Bin scavengers in search of Re-turn bottles are leaving Dublin like a bomb site says council chief Richard Shakespeare For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Dublin #DublinCity #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FE4p70d6Sxc) 2026-02-03T07:59Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "No-spend year to climb out of negative equity Kell Galavan on investing and saving on Money Talks Today Kel Galavan is a popular money coach and author but [--] years ago her financial situation was far from perfect. Having climbed out of negative equity and saved over [-----] during a no-spend year Ms Galavan is living proof we can overcome even the most trying financial situations. She also knows a thing or two about investing and the rookie mistakes that beginner investors tend to make. But what is it about our own specific Irish nature that affects our relationship with investing For more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GFem7NbC_-s) 2026-02-04T17:30Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Jim Gavin on GAA managers being paid Does he agree with Pat Gilroy Dublin #GAA's most successful ever manager and the most decorated Gaelic football coach in recent years weighs in on the debate about paying GAA managers. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HbVhtJL8Y94) 2024-12-04T16:40Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "A stormy week inside and outside of Leinster House Indo Politics After a week of heavy rain and wind across the country it was a stormy week inside Leinster House and Indo Politics is back to review it all. This week Political Editor Mary Regan joins Tabitha Monahan with plenty to discuss. May 22nd seems to be the date for both the Dublin Central and Galway-West by-elections and with a couple of names already confirmed we go through the runners and riders in both constituencies will we see Gerry Hutch throw his name in the ring again On Thursday Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin appeared before" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J5eW00TeUPY) 2026-02-06T11:40Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Raidhr O'Connor and Cian Tracey tee up Ireland v New Zealand in Chicago The Irish Independent's Raidhr O'Connor and Cian Tracey report from Chicago where Ireland are preparing to face New Zealand at Soldier Field. The two teams met at the venue in [----] with Ireland scoring a famous first win in the fixture. Now the All Blacks are out for revenge nine years on. The lads discuss New Zealand' season and where they are at under Scott Robertson Irelands preparation and what success looks like this November. Full coverage on https://www.independent.ie/sport #IrishRugby #AllBlacks #Rugby #RugbyUnion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KSFKBtko9f0) 2025-10-28T09:31Z 100K followers, 11.5K engagements "'Irish rugby has had a bad 2025.' Indo Sport podcast Joe Molloy was joined by the Irish Independent's Chief Rugby Correspondent Raidhr O'Connor and former Irish international Ian Madigan on the @IndoSportPodcast on Monday to look back on a mixed opening weekend on the European club scene for the provinces. In the Champions Cup Leinster enjoyed a comprehensive win over Harlequins at the Aviva on Sunday while Munster were beaten comfortably by Bath on Saturday night. In the Challenge Cup Ulster were 61-7 winners over Racing on Friday night while Connacht fell to a 24-21 defeat to Ospreys." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MMsNRr17fs8) 2025-12-09T12:47Z 100K followers, 12.3K engagements "Justice Minister outlines Ireland's new migration policies Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan today announced changes to Irelands migration and citizenship rules. Refugees seeking Irish citizenship will now face a five-year waiting period with working individuals receiving preferential treatment. Welfare claims during that time will be reviewed and refugee status may be revoked if someone poses a threat to the State. 📌 Key changes include: 5-year wait before applying for citizenship Family reunification delays and new income requirements Application fees for reunification Employed asylum" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N4MmLHyY5oI) 2025-11-26T17:12Z 100K followers, 28K engagements "'Who the hell do you think you are' - Taoiseach to Paul Murphy in Dil Taoiseach Michel Martin hit back at People-Before-Profit Solidarity TD Paul Murphy in the Dil this afternoon. Murphy raised the issue of X/Grok AI sexual imagery stating that "I'm not saying that you condone the production of sexual abuse material I'm saying you don't want to do anything about it because you don't want to annoy or harm your relationship with big tech'. The Taoiseach took issue with that statement and responded it 'was an absolute shocking and reprehensible assertion. How dare you Who the hell do you think" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NpWlOxMO5B8) 2026-02-04T18:00Z 100K followers, 45.2K engagements "Chris Wasser: 'Melanias film is an insipid mess.' Its midday at Cineworld on Parnell Street Dublin and there are seven people in screen [--] for Irelands first public showing of Melania. This you may argue is a standard audience number for an early Friday film slot hardly the worst for an overseas documentary. But five of these viewers are here in a professional capacity and three appear to have brought popcorn. To my left Ireland AM film critic Brian Lloyd takes a photo for posterity. Behind us the Indo Daily podcast crew settle in for the long haul. Down the front a stranger keeps his" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OrAptq7hKdc) 2026-02-03T07:45Z 100K followers, 10.7K engagements "10 years on from the Regency Hotel attack Ten years ago this week a gun attack at the Regency Hotel sent shockwaves through Ireland and marked a turning point in modern gangland history. In broad daylight heavily armed men disguised as garda stormed a boxing weigh-in killing David Byrne and triggering a violent feud that would leave Dublin gripped by fear for years to come. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/crime/theres-always-a-danger-this-could-happen-again-hutch-gang-still-leading-players-in-drugs-trade-10-years-after-regency-attack-says-top-detective/a262087793.html For" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q9vuS-CEKc0) 2026-02-05T11:55Z 100K followers, [---] engagements "Cian Tracey at Ireland's pre-Six Nations training camp in Portugal Irish Independent rugby writer Cian Tracey has all the latest news from Ireland's training camp in Quinta do Lago as preparations ramp up for Thursday's Six Nations opener at Stade de France. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SixNationsRugby #Rugby #GuinnessM6N #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #ItalyRugby News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R8QWQ3nUqks) 2026-02-02T11:36Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Stockdale Loughman and both Prendergasts to start in Paris Jacob Stockdale will start on the wing for Ireland in a Six Nations game for the first time since March [----] after getting the nod ahead of James Lowe in a new-look back-three for their tournament opener in France on Thursday night. There is an unfamiliar look to Andy Farrells team with Tadhg Furlong missing out through injury which means Thomas Clarkson starts at tighthead prop with Jeremy Loughman getting the nod in the problematic loosehead prop position. Cian Prendergast is given the nod for his Six Nations debut at blindside" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YOJHctfckJg) 2026-02-03T13:45Z 100K followers, [---] engagements "Bundee bother and prop problems. The latest from Ireland's Six Nations camp The intermittent wind and rain in Quinta do Lago quickly dispelled any notions that the Ireland squad were about to face into a warm-weather training camp over the next week. The inclement weather is the least of Andy Farrells problems however as the Ireland head coach works his way through a considerable to-do list ahead of his sides Six Nations opener in Paris this day next week. Cian Tracey is on the ground in Portugal and has the latest from camp. Read more -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YuKzxXA0Ic4) 2026-01-29T13:54Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Spiesliesand Irish cybersecurity with Professor Richard Aldrich The Big Tech Show Spies lies and Irish cybersecurity with Professor Richard Aldrich The Big Tech Show The Big Tech Show sponsored by deel. #Technology #Cybersecurity #Tech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z0zV0kOAjhU) 2026-02-03T15:30Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Beginner's guide to sex toys with Shawna Scott Just Between Us with Jennifer Zamaprelli With Valentines Day around the corner you might be thinking about buying a sexy gift for someone you love or for yourself but not know where to start. This week on Just Between Us Jennifer Zamparelli is joined by Shawna Scott of Sex Siopa to break it all down. From bullets to bondage dildos to dilators Shauna explains whats out there how it all works and how to find what actually suits your body your needs and your curiosity. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Sex #SexToys #Relationship #Health" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZDH_ov5LdbQ) 2026-02-05T11:00Z 100K followers, 24.7K engagements "St Brigid's Day traditions Seachtain St Brigid's Day traditions Seachtain Seachtain sponsored by An Post For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #StBrigidsDay #Imbolc #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aTNLoBg70tg) 2026-02-03T17:00Z 100K followers, 16.7K engagements "'Shame on you' Simon Harris & Pearse Doherty clash over flood defence systems During Leaders' Questions today in the Dil Tnaiste Simon Harris and Sinn Fin's Pearse Doherty were involved in a heated exchange over flood warning and defence systems in Ireland. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #StormChandra #Flooding #Ireland #Weather News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dUIygNAZxWw) 2026-02-05T14:01Z 100K followers, 10.1K engagements ""You're in our country." Gregory Campbell to Catherine Connolly in Derry DUP MP Gregory Campbell told President Catherine Connolly youre in our country and warned her against rewriting the past on her visit to Co Derry. In a short interaction between the pair after Ms Connolly addressed the Guildhall she said she is here to listen adding at the end of the day were human beings and we have to have respect. In her speech the President said she is grateful to the people of Derry for showing the path from conflict to peace adding that justice is still awaited by the survivors of families of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=f4PAU9PI6mU) 2026-02-05T17:06Z 100K followers, 11.3K engagements "Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin addresses 'conflict of interest' controversy The chair of Bord Bia Larry Murrin has told the Oireachtas Agriculture Committee that he has never been conflicted in his role as chair of the organisation. Mr Murrin who is also the CEO of Dawn Farms has appeared before the committee after controversy erupted in recent weeks after it emerged that the company has sourced beef from Brazil previously. The controversy came in the wake of the vote on the Mercosur trade agreement which Ireland rejected. Read this story in full -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h907nnooMvY) 2026-02-05T15:36Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "'We see future leaders' - [----] girls attend Stem festival I Wish in Dublin Women are often under-represented in science technology engineering and mathematics (Stem) but a festival aims to empower more young girls to work in these areas. I Wish Festival is providing a platform for their interests in fields like construction engineering and AI technology. The event at the RDS yesterday attracted almost [----] female secondary school students from across the Ireland and the North. The aim was simple: to show young girls that careers in Stem are not only possible but achievable. I Wish co-founder" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jXhOG68qmBc) 2026-02-06T19:15Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Joe Duffy wants to end the stigma around hearing devices Joe Duffy travelled across the Irish capital with some famous faces to discuss the power of hearing in relationships. And we were right there with him behind-the-scenes the whole way. This is a commercial video. #Sponsored #HearingLoss #HearingAids News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l0T0vnBOh_s) 2026-02-05T09:45Z 100K followers, 34.2K engagements "I created an AI deepfake of myself in [--] minutes and the result scared me Deepfakes made headlines in Ireland this year after a video of Catherine Connolly appearing to drop out of the presidential election went viral. Deepfakes are AI-generated videos and photos that try to look and sound like real people. The attention and concern the Connolly example received made me wonder just how complicated it would be to make a realistic deepfake of myself After a quick bit of research the answer was clear: its surprisingly simple. Within minutes I had chosen a free tool made an account and started" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lVs8am0JkFk) 2025-12-31T11:45Z 100K followers, [---] engagements "Explainer: What is HHC The semi-synthetic cannabis cousin HHC has become hugely popular and is seen by many as a 'legal high'. But politicians and health professionals are now calling for the legal loophole that allows its sale in Ireland to be closed after a 'surge in psychosis' is blamed on the lab-created drug. You can follow the full story here: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/crackdown-on-legal-semi-synthetic-cannabis-planned-but-no-public-information-campaign-on-risks/a140220620.html News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mROBcpsd4YA) 2025-04-25T07:00Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "League of Ireland [----] Premier Division Preview The League of Ireland is back and so is our weekly preview show Dan McDonnell and Sen O'Connor look ahead to the opening round of the [----] Premier Division and discuss whether anyone can stop Shamrock Rovers this year who may be at risk of relegation how the clubs fared in the transfer window and look ahead to Sunday's Dublin derby at the Aviva Stadium. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LeagueOfIreland #LOI #IrishFootball #Football #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pTnuWXQrzak) 2026-02-05T16:45Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Late wins for Drogs and Derry on opening night League of Ireland We might have been missing a game but the League of Ireland Premier Division wasn't short of drama on opening night. Late winners for both Drogheda United and Derry City ensure winning starts for Kevin Doherty and Tiernan Lynch's sides while in the South-East new boss Jon Daly wont be too unhappy with a 1-1 draw against Shelbourne. Sen O'Connor and Dan McDonnell are here to react to tonight's results. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LeagueOfIreland #LOI #IrishFootball #DerryCityFC #SligoRovers #GalwayUnited" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q1qbWrObBaw) 2026-02-06T23:13Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Jack Crowley to start vs the All Blacks. Will Ireland go 6/2 on the bench Irish Independent rugby writers Raidhr O'Connor and Cian Tracey report from SeatGeek Stadium where Ireland trained fully ahead of Saturday's clash with the All Blacks. Caelan Doris has been declared fit to lead Ireland while Jack Crowley looks set to start at No [--]. The lads discuss Andy Farrell's selection dilemmas as Cian reports on the All Blacks training in less than salubrious circumstances across town. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #AllBlacks #Rugby #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rNpzXtvl2R8) 2025-10-29T10:01Z 100K followers, 12.4K engagements "Ireland's discipline worries ahead of the Six Nations The Left Wing Does this current Ireland squad have discipline and mentality issues going into this Six Nations On the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast Luke Fitzgerald spoke of his concerns on how Andy Farrell spoke about his players in the media in November and also shared his worries on whether the younger players in the squad are open to constructive criticism. Watch this episode of The Left Wing on the @IndoSportPodcast channel - https://youtu.be/C0Nzqow8M3w For more visit https://www.independent.ie/ #SixNationsRugby #IrishRugby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=siPOeDOuEtk) 2026-01-28T12:46Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "The killing of Shaun Duffy [--] years on Seachtain Sa bhliain [----] thiar i gceantar tuaithe i nGaeltacht Dhn na nGall tharla ionsa fochmhar a dfhg sml ar an phobal ann le breis agus fiche bliain anuas. Dnmharaodh Shaun Duffy fear a bh [--] bliain d'aois ina theach fin tar is oche cheilirtha ar an [--] Eanir. Nor cisodh inne as an dnmhar a tharla bliain is fiche shin. T achain r danta ag na Garda ar dhuine ar bith a bhfuil eolas acu faoi dhnmhar. Lithreoir: Tessa Fleming Aoi: ine N Bhreislein ______ In [----] in a rural area of the Donegal Gaeltacht a brutal attack took place that has scarred the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uIbfE4KrKv0) 2026-02-09T13:00Z 101K followers, 23.7K engagements "All set for Six Nations opening night in Paris The Irish Independent rugby team of Sinad Kissane Cian Tracey & Raidhr O'Connor were at the Stade de France this morning as Ireland completed their Captain's Run session. After a heavy day of rain yesterday the weather has improved in Paris which should hopefully add to a cracking Six Nations opener tomorrow night. Our trio talk through the Ireland team news Stade de France memories and give their predictions ahead of tomorrow night. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby #IrishRugby #SixNations #Rugby #SixNationsRugby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vNLNzmn57eo) 2026-02-04T11:55Z 100K followers, 13.9K engagements "What is HHC The semi-synthetic cannabis cousin HHC has become hugely popular and is seen by many as a 'legal high'. But politicians and health professionals are now calling for the legal loophole that allows its sale in Ireland to be closed after a 'surge in psychosis' is blamed on the lab-created drug. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vYXWBw9LBgQ) 2025-04-25T06:00Z 100K followers, [----] engagements ""I have 10k left and every time I run it's being spent" - Waterford hurling star on injury battle "I have 10k left and every time I run it's being spent. We're playing Midleton second team in a practice match on Saturday" #Waterford star Stephen Bennett on battling through injury for club and county. #GAA #Hurling #WaterfodGAA #AllIreland #AllIrelandSHC #MunsterSHC News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wgn0I2sC_6o) 2025-06-13T16:07Z 100K followers, 19.8K engagements "The GAA Office Party: Joe Brolly and Pat Spillane's TV heydey Indo Sport Joe Brolly and Pat Spillane reminisce on their days as Gaelic football's top pundits from Spillane's naturally shy character to what Brolly got away with on air. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1OCyQCTABzs) 2025-07-18T09:20Z 101K followers, 23K engagements "Gerry The Monk Hutch confirms he plans to contest Dublin Central by-election Gerry The Monk Hutch has confirmed that he is planning to contest the Dublin Central by-election. He was speaking at Dublins Ambassador Theatre on Wednesday evening with actor Rex Ryan for a publicity event ahead of the opening night of Ryans play The Monk next week. Inspired by the life of the man who has been named in court as the leader of the Hutch organised crime group the one-man show written and starring Ryan will debut on Monday February [--] for a six-night run at the Ambassador Theatre. A 35-year-old actor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1krj0iUONrA) 2026-02-12T12:08Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""Seriously That is not a response to people who are terrified" - Boyd Barrett to Harris Richard Boyd Barrett raised the case of a couple in his constituency struggling in the rent crisis today during Leaders' Questions after rental reforms passed through the Dil on Wednesday night. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #Housing#Renting #IrishPolitics #Ireland #Dublin News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2CgpOqAEAWE) 2026-02-13T09:23Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Former Irish international Stephen Ireland acted as an unregistered football agent says FA The business partner of former professional footballer Stephen Ireland has been suspended by the Football Association (FA) in England for using Ireland as an agent when he was not qualified. The move by the FA followed a Sunday Independent investigation in [----] that highlighted how young Irish footballers were claiming to be represented by former professional players who were not registered agents. Under Fifa rules any agent working on a transfer or new player contract must have passed a Fifa licensing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2NtklRYpseM) 2026-02-09T11:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Why do these Canadian locals have an Irish accent Pl Conghaile travelled to Newfoundland and Labrador to meet the locals and explore the Canadian province's historical links with Ireland. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Newfoundland #Canada #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2fZfFTK0hkA) 2025-11-01T10:00Z 101K followers, 85.1K engagements "The 'build first ask later' culture to log cabins and extensions More than [-----] applications for retention permission have been submitted in the last two years after thousands of people built extensions garages log cabins apartments and gyms without planning permission. An investigation by the Irish Independent into the culture of build first ask for permission later has revealed how more than half of all retention applications lodged since January [----] have been approved by local authorities across the country. Read this story in full on the Irish Independent website. #Housing #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=34B8ndvelYo) 2026-02-07T15:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Over half of Irish children at risk of exposure to strangers online More than half of children in Ireland are at risk of exposure to strangers online with no parental restrictions around chatting and gaming with people they do not know a new report has found. CyberSafeKids spoke to [----] primary school children between the ages of eight and [--] and [----] parents nationwide for the survey. Just over 93pc of the children said they go online to play games or use apps often using platforms designed for older users. For more on this and more visit the Irish Independent. #OnlineSafety ##OnlineSafety" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8AX2DmQGHZs) 2026-02-10T11:02Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Ministers sign off on further five-figure pay rises for semi-state bosses Ministers have signed off on pay rises for CEOs at another three commercial semi-state organisations. Approval has been given for a [-----] increase to the salary of the CEO of the Port of Waterford David Sinnott bringing it from [------] to [------]. A [-----] pay rise that will push up Dublin Port Company CEO Barry OConnells yearly salary from [------] to [------] was also sanctioned at the end of last month. In addition the salary of the Shannon Airport Groups CEO will rise after an increase was rubber-stamped by Transport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9240-bGHPS0) 2026-02-10T09:04Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Rodrigo y Gabriela 'ORION' (LIVE) Mexican music duo Rodrigo y Gabriela cover Metallica's Orion live in the Windmill Lane Studio in Dublin. This acoustic track was filmed exclusively for the Windmill Lane Sessions on Independent.ie For more exclusive performances and interviews check out the Windmill Lane Sessions - http://www.independent.ie/windmilllane Presented by Barry Egan Rodrigo Y Gabriela (Musical Artist) Metallica (Musical Group) Orion (Musical Recording) Music (TV Genre) Ireland (Geographical Feature) Live Music (Record Label) Rodrigo Y Gabriela (Musical Artist) Metallica (Musical" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9zq4MrctxZM) 2014-12-04T15:04Z 101K followers, 1.8M engagements "German shepherd saves six-year-old from being attacked by another dog German shepherd saves six-year-old from being attacked by another dog. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ADjV9jDCqkQ) 2022-11-17T13:59Z 101K followers, 9.7M engagements "The first tip for men buying sex toys for their partners for Valentine's Day Just Between Us For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ddn3luDMVnY) 2026-02-05T11:00Z 101K followers, 23.5K engagements "From Stigma to Science: Aimee Donnellan on Ozempic Real Health Aimee Donnellan Reuters columnist and author of Off the Scales: The Inside Story of Ozempic and the Race to Cure Obesity joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #obesity #Ireland #ozempic News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F4ubIzXhnms) 2026-02-06T08:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Joe Duffy picking up passengers to talk about their hearing health #Sponsored For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HTXC0EXSTHw) 2026-02-06T11:57Z 101K followers, 40.3K engagements "The potential contenders for the Dublin Central by-election in May While it has yet to be confirmed by government May [--] does seem to be the date we'll see the Dublin Central and Galway West by-elections. On this week's episode of Indo Politics Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan discuss the potential contenders we could see on the Dublin ballot paper. Will we see Gerry Hutch put his name in the hat again Will Fianna Fil give Mary Fitzpatrick a fifth go at getting elected What will Sinn Fin do For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishPolitics #GerryHutch #FiannaFil #FineGael #SinnFin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HXWrGXjS-nM) 2026-02-06T15:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""You couldn't care less" - Taoiseach hits back at Sinn Fin over rental rules Taoiseach Michel Martin told Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald "you couldn't care less about whether we provide more houses for the young people of this country" in the Dil today. During a heated exchange during Leaders' Questions over the new rental reforms the Taoiseach added "you are against every proposal you're full of soundbite". For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #Renting #Rental #Housing #Ireland #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JjfAOFW0Giw) 2026-02-11T17:30Z 101K followers, 17.3K engagements "Roddy Collins' Junior B GAA story 😂 Roddy Collins talks about his #GAA playing days in the Dublin Junior Football Championship #Shorts News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LB9lZgDsJ0I) 2023-07-03T14:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "The to-do list of jobs for the new housing tsar Senior civil servant Garret Doocey was this week announced as the new housing tsar tasked with overseeing the recently established Housing Activation Office. The role was first mooted by Housing Minister James Browne a year ago. The former Department of Transport official who will be paid around [------] will oversee the new office made up of seconded officials from key utilities like Uisce ireann and ESB and a 3bn budget over the next five years. First up for the new housing tsar will be doling out the 1bn infrastructure fund. The fund has been" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=O5OYh_a9YFs) 2026-02-11T10:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Budgeting for botox & beauty - Liz Dwyer on the holistic approach Money Talks Liz Dwyer is a familiar face to those interested in Irelands aesthetic economy and hers is also a face thatsno stranger to a needle a nip or tweakment. Itsall in pursuit of knowledge for the Future Beauty Show an annual event co-founded by Dwyer and her sister Nikki. Their goal To educate Irish consumers on the cost and effectiveness of treatments offered by Irelands ever-growing cosmetic industry. Host:Katie Byrne Guest:Liz Dwyer of the Future Beauty Show The content of this podcast is for information purposes and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Oq-b-zjfhuY) 2026-02-11T16:29Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Heimir Hallgrmsson on Ireland drawing Israel in Nations League Heimir Hallgrimsson has reiterated his view that he does not understand why Israel are allowed to participate in European competitions while Russia are banned - but the Ireland manager says he will leave the matter of whether the contentious autumn Nations League games should be played to the FAI. Hallgrimsson was left to face the difficult political questions created by a draw in Brussels that has pitted Ireland against Israel with FAI CEO David Courell and President Paul Cooke choosing to leave the venue without speaking to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PTBU8esJU3Y) 2026-02-12T22:15Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Intercounty pre-season in full swing GAA Round-Up The county colours are back as the intercounty pre-season competitions were in full swing this weekend. Niall McIntyre takes you through some of the key moments from around the country. Clips come from Carlow v Laois in the O'Byrne Shield Galway v Offaly in the Walsh Cup Kerry v Waterford in the McGrath Cup and Wicklow v Carlow in the O'Byrne Shield. We also see Sadhbh Shefflin's lovely score for Presentation Kilkenny in their defeat against Loreto Kilkenny in the Leinster PPS A Camogie Final. Keep up with the latest GAA news here -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QIxScEzmQco) 2026-01-12T16:00Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Explainer: Ireland's new migration rules Government have announced changes to aspects of Ireland's immigration system which will tighten rules around things like citizenship and family reunification for Non-EEA members. Tabitha Monahan takes you though the main changes here from outside government buildings. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Migration #Ireland #IrishPolitics #IrishNews #IrishIndependent News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ri5Z2kDRzgg) 2025-11-26T21:21Z 101K followers, 15.5K engagements "The Cork restaurateur a $16m Miami mansion and a spectacular legal bust-up. The sale by a Cork restaurateur of a $16m (13.5m) mansion in Miamis exclusive Coral Gables neighbourhood has prompted a legal dispute between the woman and her former romantic partner. Patricia Toscano whose daughter now owns and runs the well-known Ristorante Rossini on Princes Street in Cork city has been accused of reneging on an oral agreement with her ex-partner New York lawyer Michael Griffith to split almost $10m in net proceeds from the $15.8m sale of the home last year. In court filings Ms Toscano (68) has" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S4pX28MnfpI) 2026-02-07T10:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""He snubbed you for a photo with Conor McGregor" - Bacik to Taoiseach Labour leader Ivana Bacik criticised Taoiseach Michel Martin's upcoming trip to visit President Donald Trump on St Patrick's Day whilst raising the case of ICE-detained Irishman Seamus Culleton in the Dil. "In five weeks you plan to hand a bowl of Shamrock to the man responsible for all this. You plan to offer a symbol of friendship to the man who humiliated Ireland on St Patrick's Day last year when he snubbed you for a photo op with Conor McGregor." For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sj-X41BqB6A) 2026-02-11T09:14Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""Ban vulture funds from bulk purchasing family homes" - Pearse Doherty to Simon Harris Sinn Fin Finance Spokesman Pearse Doherty called on Tnaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris to ban vulture funds from purchasing family homes in Ireland today in the Dil. Speaking during Leaders' Questions Doherty raised the issue of housing and went to state that [---] homes have been purchased by vulture funds in the past year. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #Housing #IrishPolitics #IrishNews #VultureFunds #BuyingAHome #BuyingAHouse News Journalism Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UHd2AJDdDVw) 2026-02-12T17:51Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "O'Sullivan questions Farrell's "shocking" comments Indo Sport Podcast Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan said he was "shocked" with Andy Farrell's post-match comments after last Thursday's bruising defeat in Paris. Speaking to Joe Molloy on the @IndoSportPodcast O'Sullivan questioned Farrell's talk of the team's lack of intent in the first half saying it was a "strange message to put out." For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #Rugby #SixNations #SixNationsRugby #GuinnessM6N #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #RugbyUnion #FranceRugby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VpMTCFFMwpo) 2026-02-11T18:02Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Contactless payments on public transport. What's the delay The Irish Independent has identified [--] cities globally that have overtaken Ireland in producing a contactless payment system for their public transport. Various cities around the world introduced contactless payments over a decade ago while full integration of the system in Ireland is not expected until about [----]. What is the hold-up Complexities such as providing for passengers changing transport modes avoiding disruption to transport routes and integrating new physical infrastructure to allow for card payments have been cited by" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VqWhJ6uxN6A) 2026-02-05T08:55Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Rockwell abuse survivor on desperate fight for justice Derek McCarthy is running out of time. Three out of the four men who abused him as a child are now dead. Collaring the other still-living abuser an elderly Spiritan priest is his last hope at getting justice. I want my day in a courtroom but time is not on my side he told the Irish Independent. Its been four years since I went to garda and gave them a statement. Two of them his abusers were dead at the time but two were still alive. Now I am down to one. In four or five years time or even next week theres no guarantee that he is going to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WQZSbY2WtX4) 2026-02-09T21:12Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach clash over new rental rules Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald clashed with Taoiseach Michel Martin during Leaders' Questions this afternoon in the Dil. McDonald urged the Taoiseach and government to scrap legislation that will bring changes to the rental rules from March [--]. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil #Politics #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XTf4poZsM3o) 2026-02-11T15:35Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Matchday [--] Preview in the League of Ireland Premier Division We are up and running in the League of Ireland Premier Division after a dramatic opening Friday night last week with a postponed game and two late winners as well as over [-----] at the Aviva on Sunday for Bohemians v St Pat's. Aidan Fitzmaurice and Sen O'Connor sit down to look back on the opening weekend and ahead to MD2 where the champions Shamrock Rovers kick off their league defence against Shelbourne. Drogheda United v Waterford St Pat's v Galway United Derry City v Dundalk and Saturday's Valentine's Day clash between Sligo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XU6ebsksgsc) 2026-02-12T15:22Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Larry Murrin's Oireachtas performance 🗣 "I don't know if there were any killer blows." 🗣 "There were no punches landed on him whatsoever." Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan look back on Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin's Oireachtas Committee appearance on Thursday. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #BordBia #LarryMurrin #Mercosur #BrazilianBeef #IFA #Ireland #Agrifoods #Farming #IrishFarming News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xzg9f3ijLbo) 2026-02-07T11:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Will Ryan Tubridy return to RT The Indo Daily Three years ago Ryan Tubridy walked away from RT at the centre of a scandal that shook Irish broadcasting to its core. Now after a stint in London and a period out of the spotlight Ryan Tubridy is back on Irish screens and back talking. So is this really the start of a redemption arc or just a carefully managed comeback Entertainment and News Correspondent Melanie Finn joined Fionnn Sheahan on this episode of The Indo Daily. Listen to the episode in full here -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z2EPNBtUnAo) 2026-02-11T19:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show The Big Tech Show sponsored by deel. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_JH5PH9CbYM) 2026-02-10T15:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""He had a really difficult night." - Sam Prendergast's performance in Paris Sam Prendergast's performance at [--] is just one of many talking points from Ireland's bruising 36-14 defeat to France in Paris on Thursday night. Should Andy Farrell stick with the Leinster man for Italy next week or should Jack Crowley or Harry Byrne come in Cian Tracey and Raidhr O'Connor have their say while speaking to Sinad Kissane post-match at the Stade de France. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #IrishRugby #SixNations #Rugby #SamPrendergast #RugbyUnion #FranceRugby #FrenchRugby #LeinsterRugby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ao4HZX2mJCk) 2026-02-06T16:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "More than [---] complaints were made against property agents last year Just over [---] complaints were made against estate agents and other licensed property service providers last year. Only nine of these resulted in minor sanctions such as a warning being issued according to the Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA). Of the [---] complaints processed [---] needed no further action because the PSRA found no improper conduct had occurred or because they were not under the remit of the statutory body. A large number related to customers dissatisfied with the service provided while others" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bBG5KzEuhiI) 2026-02-12T14:30Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Bohemians v St Pat's at the Aviva preview For the second year in a row we've got a League of Ireland game at the Aviva Stadium on the opening weekend of the season. Bohemians take on St Patrick's Athletic on Lansdowne Road tomorrow in a Dublin Derby that both Alan Reynolds and Stephen Kelly will be desperate to win to kick off their respective campaigns. Dan McDonnell and Sen O'Connor preview the game here and discuss some Saints fans attitude towards the game. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #Bohemians #Bohs #StPatsFC #LOI #LeagueOfIreland #IrishFootball News Journalism Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bYQUN-Mvyoo) 2026-02-07T15:20Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "The government's reactionary approach to flooding Indo Politics It emerged from the Public Accounts Committee this week that over 19m of funds were allocated for national flood forecasting warning service between 2020-2024 but only 5m of this was spent. Could the government's reactionary approach to dealing with flood defences come back and bite them Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan discuss on the latest episode of Indo Politics. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #StormChandra #Flooding #Weather #Floods #Ireland #Enniscorthy #Wexford News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=crtOUwZ24xA) 2026-02-06T20:24Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Can anyone stop Shamrock Rovers this season The League of Ireland Premier Division returns this evening with four games taking place across the country as well as Sunday's game at the Aviva between Bohemians and St Patrick's Athletic. Sean O'Connor and Dan McDonnell sat down to preview the Premier Division season this week and asked the question can anyone stop Shamrock Rovers For more visit the Irish Independent website. #ShamrockRovers #LeagueOfIreland #LOI #IrishFootball News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dFpEFHtxeyg) 2026-02-06T11:56Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "Investigating Ireland's connections to Epstein The Indo Daily Irish Independent Features Writer Kim Bielenberg has thralled through the Epstein files for any connections to Ireland or Irish figures. Kim joined Tabitha Monahan on The Indo Daily to reveal what he found and the process behind it. Listen to this episode of The Indo Daily in full here or wherever you get your podcasts - https://www.independent.ie/podcasts/the-indo-daily/the-indo-daily-epstein-files-keir-starmer-on-the-brink-and-irish-connections-explored/a600318225.html For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Epstein" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gI7uLjzPS_0) 2026-02-10T20:29Z 101K followers, 12.4K engagements "Gerry The Monk Hutch addresses Election [----] bid at Dublin Airport Gerry The Monk Hutch has landed into Dublin Airport ahead of his Election [----] bid. The Dubliner confirmed to the Sunday Independent this weekend that he is to run in the general election in Dublins north inner city declaring he will be the peoples choice. Speaking to journalists in the Dublin Airport arrivals hall Hutch repeated his intent to run and said he is hoping to officially declare himself as a candidate as early as today. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h_zuA0g4baE) 2024-11-11T12:41Z 101K followers, 106.3K engagements "Conor McGregor and Suzanne Jackson criticised for misleading consumers Beauty entrepreneur Suzanne Jackson and mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor have become the latest influencers to fall foul of the consumer watchdog after failing to disclose the commercial nature of posts promoting their own brands on social media. The Consumer and Competition Protection Commission (CCPC) has published details of [--] new enforcement actions taken for breaches of consumer protection legislation. Whether youre a retailer a publican or an influencer you must comply with consumer law the CCPC said. For" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iutXdGkNsBI) 2026-02-12T16:15Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Alan Shatter could sue Soc Dems TD Gary Gannon over false Epstein claim Former justice minister Alan Shatter said he has been the target of a vicious and antisemitic smear campaign since Social Democrats justice spokesman Gary Gannon put up a social media post that linked him with Jeffrey Epstein. Mr Shatter who was Fine Gaels justice minister from [----] to [----] said he has twice written to Mr Gannon and Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns in the last week seeking the withdrawal of false claims that he met Epstein while in office. It is understood Mr Shatter is considering taking defamation" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kNZ-Ss2iNsg) 2026-02-09T09:55Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""Our children are not safe on the internet." - Simon Harris Simon Harris talks about a social media ban for children and says the government needs to decide whether to wait for a European decision or make a move on age verification independently. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #OnlineSafety #SocialMedia #DigitalSafety #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mSYtA1xm6V4) 2026-02-10T12:30Z 101K followers, [---] engagements "The killing of Shaun Duffy [--] years on Sa bhliain [----] thiar i gceantar tuaithe i nGaeltacht Dhn na nGall tharla ionsa fochmhar a dfhg sml ar an phobal ann le breis agus fiche bliain anuas. Dnmharaodh Shaun Duffy fear a bh [--] bliain d'aois ina theach fin tar is oche cheilirtha ar an [--] Eanir. Nor cisodh inne as an dnmhar a tharla bliain is fiche shin. T achain r danta ag na Garda ar dhuine ar bith a bhfuil eolas acu faoi dhnmhar. Lithreoir: Tessa Fleming Aoi: ine N Bhreislein ______ In [----] in a rural area of the Donegal Gaeltacht a brutal attack took place that has scarred the community for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mk0sXf3AShc) 2026-02-09T13:00Z 101K followers, 28.5K engagements "Ivana Bacik raises the case of ICE-detained Irishman Seamus Culleton in Dil Labour leader Ivana Bacik insisted Taoiseach Michel Martin should not wait until St Patrick's Day to intervene in the case of Irishman Seamus Culleton who is currently being detained by ICE in the US. Mr Culleton is originally from Co Kilkenny but has been living in the US for almost [--] years has a valid work permit and is married to a US citizen. He was driving home after finishing work when he was detained by ICE agents last September. He said he noticed a man with blue sunglasses was driving the car and then" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oPD_zejZRew) 2026-02-10T18:05Z 101K followers, 120.9K engagements "Rex Ryan on what it's like playing Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch on stage Actor Rex Ryan received the seal of approval from Gerry The Monk Hutch (62) after giving him a taste of the one-man play he inspired. Ryan (35) is taking his passion project on the notorious gangland figure from Dublins Glass Mask Theatre for a six-night run at The Ambassador Theatre in the capital. It is particularly timely given that Hutch has signalled he will contest the Dublin Central by-election having narrowly missed out on the fourth seat in Octobers general election. Asked what it was like doing a private performance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oiiQH03Sy0k) 2026-02-07T08:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Ryan Tubridy back at RT Is there an opportunity The Indo Daily Three years ago Ryan Tubridy walked away from RT at the centre of a scandal that shook Irish broadcasting to its core. At the time it was labelled an RT failure but in the public mind it quickly became the Tubridy payment scandal. Now after a stint in London and a period out of the spotlight Ryan Tubridy is back on Irish screens and back talking. Hes repaid the money. RT has accepted much of the blame. And Tubridy says hes ready to fix it. But does the Irish public agree And is this really the start of a redemption arc or just a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pqt3DEfoo-A) 2026-02-12T09:05Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Can Ireland lift the mood on a miserable weekend in Dublin Six Nations Ireland had their final training session at the Aviva stadium today ahead of tomorrows Six Nations game with Italy. There for us was Cian Tracey and Sinad Kissaneto discuss the mood around Irish rugby Andy Farrell's team selection which includes plenty of changes and the dangers of the Italians. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SixNations #Rugby #SixNationsRugby #GuinnessM6N #LeinsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #MunsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #rugbypassioneitaliana #federugby News Journalism" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ryhw5m_OBsg) 2026-02-13T13:32Z 101K followers, 11.3K engagements "Could Gerry Hutch win the Dublin by-election Indo Politics It's been an interesting week in Irish politics and Tabitha Monahan and Cnal Thomas are here to look back at what made the headlines. With Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch confirming his candidacy for the Dublin by-election in May on Wednesday we discuss his chances as well as what the main parties will do with some of them having confirmed their candidates. Housing has been on the agenda again with new rental reforms being pushed through the Dil on Wednesday night as well as the appointment of the new housing tsar earlier in the week. For more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sblBnf5jXOM) 2026-02-12T20:39Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show The Big Tech Show sponsored by deel. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tKoM-y9505Q) 2026-02-10T15:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Is vaping a safer choice The evidence tells a different story Real Health Martina Blake national lead for the HSE Tobacco Free Ireland program joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #vaping #Ireland #vape News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yZSh-uE48ws) 2026-02-13T08:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Taoiseach comments on Irishman detained by ICE in US Taoiseach Michel Martin commented on the Irishman currently being held by ICE in the US. Seamus Culleton is originally from Co Kilkenny but has been living in the US for almost [--] years has a valid work permit and is married to a US citizen Culleton has said he would like the Taoiseach to raise his case with US president Donald Trump during his meeting at the White House in March for St Patricks Day. He was driving home after finishing work when he was detained by ICE agents last September. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yeeJ3LUyll8) 2026-02-10T12:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements ""Do the right thing" Mary Lou McDonald calls for household energy credits to be reinstated Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald asked Taoiseach Michel Martin to reinstate energy credits to ease pressure on household bills today in the Dil. Speaking during Leaders' Questions McDonald asked whether Martin would "do the right thing". For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil #Ireland #CostOfLiving #Money News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zJ80i4mXsX4) 2026-02-10T17:12Z 101K followers, [----] engagements "Blocks of Dublin apartments sit empty despite housing crises The northern lights were visible even from the suburbs below the Dublin mountains this week with people all over the capital turning their gaze to the sky. In Rathfarnham however people have spent the past year gazing on a far more depressing light-related sight: a brand-spanking-new apartment block with just a few lights turned on each night. Despite being bought with taxpayers money in the midst of a housing crisis the pristine apartment block has yet to be occupied. Out in Cherrywood just a hop down the M50 theres a similar tale:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zQlWvFf6Db8) 2026-01-24T13:00Z 101K followers, 63.8K engagements "Late release of MI5 Stakeknife files a significant failure - Kenova Report MI5s initial failure to disclose all it knew about the Armys top spy in the Provisional IRA during the Troubles was a significant failure an independent report into the activities of Stakeknife has said. The final report of Operation Kenova said that MI5 had earlier and greater knowledge of Stakeknife than it had at first stated. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #MI5 #Stakeknife #NorthernIreland #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=skGZhad4kjg) 2025-12-10T09:36Z 97.8K followers, [----] engagements "'Let them announce it' - Taoiseach Michel Martin on Sinn Fin presidential candidate 'If Sinn Fin have something to announce let them announce it' - Taoiseach Michel Martin reacts to Mary Lou McDonald's comments about her party's potential presidential candidate. #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=slBlSTnOMbg) 2025-09-19T20:50Z 95.4K followers, [----] engagements "Christmas ideas abound as Gifted craft and design fair in full swing In a hall glowing with handmade crafts textiles and silverwork Gifted the Contemporary Craft and Design Fair returned to show that the real magic of gifting still happens face to face. As a first-time visitor to Gifted Hannah Daygo met [--] makers whose creations filled the hall with colour craft and character. Read this story in full - https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/festivals/it-takes-about-two-and-a-half-hours-per-monkey-christmas-ideas-abound-as-gifted-craft-and-design-fair-in-full-swing/a2126938501.html For more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=soB4KjTTsCw) 2025-12-06T11:01Z 97.6K followers, [---] engagements "Seachtain Naoise Dolan on the flotilla to Gaza" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sz0zKgO-Djg) 2025-09-15T13:50Z 95.6K followers, [----] engagements "GAA Club Round-Up September 13th & 14th [----] The best moments from some of the biggest club GAA fixtures of the weekend of September 13/14 including action from the Louth Senior Football Championship Kilkenny Senior Hurling Wexford Senior Hurling Kerry Intermediate Football and Cork Premier Senior Football. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/sport/gaelic-games/hurling/watch-mcenaneys-missile-and-ferns-smash-and-grab-five-highlights-from-the-weekends-club-gaa/a1318964599.html #GAA #ClubGAA #Ireland #GaelicFootball#Hurling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t8h3bQGC4iA) 2025-09-15T13:45Z 95.9K followers, [---] engagements "Why iconic Dublin decor shop Gerry Keane's is closing its doors For more than half a century Gerry Keanes on Talbot Street has been more than just a wallpaper and dcor shop it has been a fixture of Dublin life. But in January [----] the iconic store will close its doors for the final time. Sarah Burke spoke to Gerry's son and current owner Eamonn on the decision to shut up shop. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/regionals/dublin/dublin-news/one-woman-went-into-labour-in-the-shop-but-still-left-with-her-wallpaper/a437341841.html #Dublin #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tC3x7pAtPUQ) 2025-10-04T14:01Z 97.5K followers, 28.7K engagements "Is it time for Ronan O'Gara to come home Indo Sport Podcast [----] is a big year for rugby contracts. Andy Farrell Leo Cullen Jacques Nienaber Stuart Lancaster and Ronan O'Gara will all see their current deals expire in [----]. It's also the year Mr O'Gara turns [--]. With an extremely strong coaching CV already is it time for the IRFU to start making moves to bring ROG home Would he need to do an apprenticeship at an Irish province before taking the Ireland job Joe Molloy was joined by Cian Tracey & Eddie O'Sullivan on the @IndoSportPodcast this week to discuss all this and more. Watch this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tHo_ttx16Gc) 2026-01-09T16:00Z 98.6K followers, [----] engagements "Ellen Walshe and Team Ireland return from European Championships Team Ireland arrived back at Dublin Airport today following a hugely successful European Aquatics Championships in Poland. Three gold medals from Ellen Walshe (200m Butterfly) Daniel Wiffen (1500m Freestyle) and John Shortt (200m Backstroke) plus another silver for Walshe (200m IM) two bronze for Wiffen (400m 800m Freestyle) and a bronze for Evan Bailey (200m Freestyle) meant Ireland finished fifth on the medal table. We spoke to Walshe on her achievements having touched back down on Irish soil. For more visit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tIDNUtIC6As) 2025-12-08T17:20Z 97.7K followers, [---] engagements "Judge says Enoch Burke 'has something to hide' in latest ruling A judge has said it is clear from Enoch Burkes refusal to disclose information about his income and expenditure that he has something to hide. Mr Justice Brian Cregan also speculated that the sacked schoolteachers refusal to abide by court orders could be motivated by his familys wish to make money from his campaign. The judge made the comments in a blistering ruling rejecting an application in which Mr Burke sought the deletion of several paragraphs from a recent judgment jailing him for the fourth time for contempt of court." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tT78OS7AexA) 2025-12-09T20:20Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements "Music is in our DNA how Three wants to take music to the next level in Ireland For more visit https://www.independent.ie/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tTW3ziwL3EU) 2025-11-06T05:30Z 95.7K followers, 81.7K engagements "More than 80pc of the public are concerned about growing geopolitical tensions More than 80pc of the public are concerned about growing geopolitical tensions while a majority are also worried about the rise of misinformation and growing far-right sentiment new research has found. Eight in ten Irish people believe global instability is a concern with research from Dchas finding house prices household bills and health are the top three issues for national concern. Read more -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tm6V-pserGU) 2025-10-16T12:46Z 95K followers, [----] engagements "Questioning Heather Humphreys' canvassing strategy Should Heather Humphreys have canvassed more of the country in this presidential election Has she spent too much time in Dublin and her own constituency Irish Independent Political Reporter Tabitha Monahan discusses with Cnal Thomas on Indo Politics. #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tucaHJjDqq8) 2025-10-18T12:01Z 94.2K followers, [----] engagements "CAO first round offers - all you need to know Read more: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/education/cao-college-offers-everything-you-need-to-know/a2056470035.html" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u-SDz1cjTfE) 2025-08-27T11:01Z 98.9K followers, [---] engagements "OPW spends [------] replacing wall around government office The Office of Public Works (OPW) is under fire again after it emerged it spent nearly half-a-million euro on a new wall for a state agency. Opposition TDs voiced their anger after the [------] bill for the wall in Ballsbridge Dublin was made public. The OPW was dubbed the Office of Posh Walls by Aont leader Peadar Toibn as it emerged the average cost for the 70-metre perimeter at Lansdowne House was [----] per metre. The OPW has already faced criticism over the high costs of recent projects including the Leinster House bike shelter at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uDw8tE9SX1Q) 2025-01-29T08:15Z 98.7K followers, [----] engagements "'It's hard for me to express sympathy for Maduro' - Simon Harris Simon Harris said he would not describe the Trump administrations strikes on Venezuela and the middle-of-the-night capture of its president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores as kidnapping. He said that it was an operation to remove Maduro who he said was not democratically elected and whom the US believed was responsible for narco-terrorism and bringing misery and pain to so many people. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #SimonHarris #DonaldTrump #Maduro #Venezuela #USA #America #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uFm6-6-6Oz0) 2026-01-07T15:01Z 98.5K followers, [----] engagements "Caoimhn Kelleher the pride of Ringmahon as club hits the jackpot Its a balmy Thursday evening at Ringmahon Rangers football club as coaches are busy setting up the goalposts for the U-12 match kicking off shortly. After dropping off their young budding footballers parents congregate just outside the red and black-painted clubhouse and begin catching up underneath the hot June sun. Here in the Rebel County theres only one story on everyones lips. Its only a couple of hours since the country discovered that the winning EuroMillions ticket was bought in Cork city with one lucky person in line" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uKQEtlp2f2M) 2025-06-25T08:27Z 99.1K followers, [---] engagements "New housing plan. Fianna Fil crisis. Catherine Connolly's speech Indo Politics Housing is the main subject of this week's Indo Politics with the government unveiling their new housing plan 'Delivering Homes Building Communities: An Action Plan on Housing Supply and Targeting Homelessness 2025-2030'. Irish Independent Political Journalist Tabitha Monahan and Political Correspondent Cnal Thomas dissect the plan and break down what it actually means to the average person. The continued issues within Fianna Fil are also discussed as well Catherine Connolly's presidential inauguration on speech on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uM2S7B7t5wk) 2025-11-14T12:30Z 96.4K followers, [----] engagements "Michel Martin defends Fianna Fil's use of Ivan Yates for media training Taoiseach and Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin said he believed there had been a lack of balance candidly and perspective on the issue of Ivan Yates being hired for media training for some party members including presidential candidate Jim Gavin. He said: All political parties use media training from time to time Fianna Fail is no different to any other political party in that respect. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #JimGavin #IvanYates #FiannaFail #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uQJdM-32id0) 2025-11-04T14:30Z 95.5K followers, [----] engagements "Jacob Stockdale or Zac Ward to push for a Six Nations spot The Left Wing With Ulster's real return to form being driven by attacking threats such as Jacob Stockdale and Zac Ward could James Lowe's spot on the wing for Ireland be under threat ahead of the upcoming Six Nations Will Slattery was joined by Luke Fitzgerald and Jonathan Bradley on the latest episode of the Left Wing Podcast to discuss. Watch this episode in full on the @IndoSportPodcast channel - https://youtu.be/vA0kAT7jnHM For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #UlsterRugby #IrishRugby #Rugby #JamesLowe #JacobStockdale" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujKYHre44oc) 2026-01-08T12:15Z 98.5K followers, [----] engagements "Angry Bradley takes aim at Heimir as League of Ireland comes back with a bang (and a blackout) Irish Independent soccer writer Aidan Fitzmaurice joined Joe after the League of Irelands opening weekend which saw the lights go out in Tolka Park as over [-----] fans lit up the Aviva for a Dublin derby. We break down Stephen Bradleys comments that took aim at Heimir Hallgrimssons view towards the league assess the Aviva stadium experiment in Bohs big win over Rovers and review Damien Duffs start to a new campaign in a game where his side had to contend with a power cut. Football on Indo Sport is" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=un5eRWEj5oc) 2025-02-17T17:04Z 81.7K followers, [---] engagements "The Irish court cases that will be making the headlines in [----] The courts system reopens today after the Christmas break with the beginning of the Hilary law term. The past [--] months were very busy in the criminal and civil courts and the signs are this will continue in [----]. Here are some of the cases that will be making headlines over the coming months. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #ConorMcGregor #JohnMagnier #Ireland #IrishNews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=un6Iy3O92U8) 2026-01-12T14:06Z 98.7K followers, [----] engagements "Garda seek information on getaway car used after fatal Offaly arson attack Garda investigating the double murder arson attack earlier this month in Offaly are appealing for information on a car that was used to leave the scene of the incident. On the evening of Saturday December [--] Tadhg Farrell (4) and his grand-aunt Mary Holt died in the house fire in Edenderry. Tadhgs grandmother Pauline Holt continues to receive treatment in hospital for serious burn injuries. Garda have issued an appeal for any information on a black Kia Rio saloon car with the registration number 08-D-24363. Read this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=unDnJX7tLH8) 2025-12-30T17:49Z 98.3K followers, [----] engagements "Howl-o-ween at St Anne's Park for Dogs Aids Spooktacular Dog Walk Dogs Aid held their annual Spooktacular Dog Walk this week in St. Anne's Park in Raheny Dublin. The charity event saw dogs and their humans don fancy dress as they made their way around the park. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Halloween #Dogs #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uswFz5FBXng) 2025-10-31T09:56Z 95.2K followers, [----] engagements "President Catherine Connolly puts political leaders on notice We can breathe a little and relax. Beginning her inaugural address at Dublin Castle President Catherine Connolly signalled to her guests in St Patricks Hall that the tense parts of the formalities were over. But as she touched on the themes of housing the financial crash and particularly Irelands neutrality her speech did little to settle the nerves of the political leaders sitting alongside her. For more check out the Irish Independent. #CatherineConnolly #Ireland #IrishPolitics" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vGmab_EVcaU) 2025-11-11T20:59Z 96.2K followers, 30K engagements "Bits & Bobs: McAtamneys American dream Ironman James McCarthy Mourinho vs the world who is Ol. Indo Sports own Conor McKeon joins Joe Conan & Ronan for this Monday edition of Bits & Bobs as we hail Dublins departing hero James McCarthy. The lads also discuss Jose Mourinho's early meltdown Munster's streaming woes and Shane Brennan brings us up to speed on Irelands newest NFL star Jude McAtamney. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vL0hLN2SX9I) 2024-11-13T17:12Z 94.2K followers, [--] engagements "Gavin's gaffes. Jim Gavin's campaign struggles this week Will Jim Gavin's presidential campaign be able to bounce back from a tough week that saw three social media posts taken down Irish Independent Political Editor Mary Regan joined Ireland Editor Fionnn Sheahan on this week's Indo Politics to discuss the Race for the ras. #JimGavin #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vM4mZdSqk7k) 2025-10-03T18:31Z 95.4K followers, [----] engagements "Simon Harris launches scathing attack on Donald Trumps Board of Peace Donald Trumps Peace Board has been met with scathing criticism from Tnaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris. Making it clear that the Government would have nothing to do with it Mr Harris said: There are very serious red flags. Anything that Putin is considering joining with the word peace in it doesn't sit well. The cost of a billion dollars to join doesn't sit well. And anything that in any way seeks to undermine replace or usurp the United Nations is not something the Government would support. For more on this story" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vULTUECK1DY) 2026-01-22T17:05Z 99.2K followers, 10.8K engagements "The latest on dodgy box crackdowns in Ireland The Big Tech Show Could the dodgy box users finally face fines Why is Ireland looking to copy Italy And will it curb illegal streaming in Ireland Darragh Nolan Multi-Media reporter with the Irish Independent joins Adrian on this weeks episode of The Big Tech Show. Listen to the episode in full here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eeY1L0Nyv2aGRYSOQgdoTsi=xzlQ6obwRDWoz51xFOtORA For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland #DodgyBox #Streaming" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vWh2JoeO-a0) 2025-10-30T18:01Z 95.1K followers, [---] engagements "'They're loaded questions.' - Andy Farrell defends Sam Prendergast Andy Farrell emphatically defended Sam Prendergast when asked about his defensive abilities in Thursday's press conference after naming the Leinster man to start against South Africa. Farrell insisted every player in the squad has 'work-ons' and earlier in the press conference said Prendergast's abilities as an out-half far outweighs any of those work-ons. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SamPrendergast #Springboks #SouthAfrica #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #Rugby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vWm3Wxz0TCs) 2025-11-21T10:02Z 98.4K followers, [----] engagements "Explainer: How is Uisce ireanns 6bn plan to pipe water from the Shannon to Dublin going to work A near 6bn plan to bring water over 170km across three counties to reach Dublin and bring the capitals water supply back from its current knife-edge" will be lodged next week. It will be one of the largest infrastructure projects in the history of the State and a milestone for future housing delivery according to Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers. Over [---] documents will be submitted to An Coimisin Pleanla next week with Uisce ireann hoping the project will commence construction in [----] and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vZaXj20M_PU) 2025-12-13T17:15Z 97.9K followers, [----] engagements "Over [---] sit-down dinners and [----] delivered meals [---] years feeding those in need at Christmas Families and children were among more than [---] people facing a challenging Christmas who made their way to the RDS today for a seasonal dinner. In a tradition that dates back [---] years the Knights of St Columbanus hosted the event with the first arrivals coming through the doors at 11am. As well as a hot three-course meal there were toys for the children entertainment and live music to bring some warmth and cheer. Everyone sat down to a dinner of cream of vegetable soup stuffed turkey with glazed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v_R_muKRn1g) 2025-12-26T09:01Z 98.3K followers, [---] engagements "Santa Claus' Christmas Eve message to Irish children Santa Claus sat down with the Irish Independent to share an important message with the children of Ireland as the big countdown begins. Visiting some of his elves in Jervis Shopping Centre Santa was eager to pass on some good news. He said: I'm very pleased to tell you and congratulations you are all on my good list. So I make you all a promise. I'll bring you whatever I can for Christmas but stay on the good list." For more visit https://www.independent.ie/ #SantaClaus #Christmas #Santa #IrishChristmas #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vgEZ-bYh3yw) 2025-12-24T10:15Z 98.2K followers, [----] engagements "Housing targets scrapped in new plan to tackle crisis The Government is to ditch its annual housing targets in an admission that a slowdown in construction means current projections on building homes will not be met. There will be no annual benchmarks outlined in the Coalitions long-awaited housing plan Delivering Homes Building Communities which will be published today. Taoiseach Michel Martin has promised the plan will amount to the biggest-ever investment in housing and will succeed where others have failed. For more check out the Irish Independent. #Housing #IrishPolitics #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vglhtQnua0Q) 2025-11-13T10:30Z 96K followers, [----] engagements "Have Fine Gael left it too late to go on the attack The Indo Daily With just days remaining in the presidential election race have Fine Gael left it too late to go on the offensive against Catherine Connolly And is Connolly 'teflon' enough to bat off any major questions on her character Fionnn Sheahan Tabitha Monahan and John Downing discussed this and more on the latest episode of The Indo Daily podcast. Listen to the episode in full - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7aSbwox5EKQD5sRpuWJBinsi=tFJkkR29THS_lWFqvX9UHg #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vgp1R0wzzzs) 2025-10-21T05:01Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements "Broadband provider announces five year price freeze Broadband provider Imagine is implementing a five-year price freeze at a time when its rivals are pushing up their customer charges every year. The broadband provider said the move will save its customers thousands of euro a year. Imagine said prices would not change on all of its fibre broadband plans from now until [----]. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland #Finance #Money" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vhjlK0I69LU) 2025-10-30T11:09Z 95.2K followers, [---] engagements "Could bird flu outbreak mean smaller turkeys this Christmas Turkeys this Christmas could be smaller after a second case of avian flu was confirmed yesterday in an Irish flock. It is still unclear what impact the outbreaks at farms in Co Meath and Co Carlow might have on turkey prices but further cases could lead to a reduction in supply. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Farming #Christmas #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=voqZrSWWfUg) 2025-11-06T12:26Z 98.5K followers, [---] engagements "What are the signs and symptoms of a heart attack Professor Robert Byrne is director of cardiology at the Mater Private Network Professor of Cardiovascular Research at RCSI and one of Irelands leading cardiologists joins Karl Henry on this week of the Real Health podcast.Here Robert discusses the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and what you can do to improve hearth health. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #HeartHealth #Health #Cardiology #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vznDB8FpRcU) 2025-11-27T14:15Z 97.1K followers, 22.8K engagements "Irish people tip better than Americans in restaurants in Ireland Chef JP McMahon on Money Talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w1RJu34x1yM) 2025-09-17T21:31Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements "Paul Kimmage: A journey inside the toxic world of Irish rowing and the true cost of Olympic medals It started with an email on a Tuesday evening in February [----]. The timing wasnt great. I was severely jet-lagged from a two-week trip to Los Angeles and about to have surgery on my hand but the woman was compelling. I would like to speak to you she said. You will be aware of my sons. It was a five-hour drive to Lisheen. Trish ODonovan was sitting in her kitchen with her husband Mick. I had only ever seen her smiling before in photographs or on TV but her face was strained and soon her voice" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w1SDDC8iUAc) 2025-11-09T08:37Z 95.8K followers, [----] engagements "Justice Minister clarifies former Garda Commissioner's renumeration package On Thursday Justice Minister Jim OCallaghan apologised to former Labour Party leader Alan Kelly for an incomplete answer in response to questions asked about former Garda Commissioner Drew Harris's remuneration package. #Garda #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w3yj7d9iCRc) 2025-12-05T12:48Z 97.5K followers, [----] engagements "What the hell is Web [--] anyway Alex Tapscott who has just written a book on the top peels back the layers of Web [--] jargon to explain what works and whats hype" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w5iJebgHReE) 2023-11-02T11:59Z 94.9K followers, 14.2K engagements "Clinton's controversial visit north For more visit https://www.independent.ie/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wBlcyoRF_4E) 2025-12-01T13:32Z 97.3K followers, [---] engagements "Dan Sheehan Jordi Murphy and Calvin Nash on their time in the Ireland U20s team #Sponsored" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wT8_XoMtaU4) 2025-02-20T09:54Z 81.9K followers, [----] engagements "Shock as motor and home insurer says it is to cease trading People insured though a company called Footprint Underwriting have been assured they will remain on cover after the company told brokers it is to cease trading. Footprint Underwriting is an underwriting agent based in Sandyford Dublin. It essentially distributes policies for insurance companies. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #Insurance #Ireland #IrishNews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wTxRqaQL3wU) 2026-01-06T20:50Z 98.5K followers, [----] engagements "Does Billy Kelleher think he would have beat Catherine Connolly Indo Politics Speaking to Irish Independent Political Editor Mary Regan MEP Billy Kelleher answers the question on whether he feels he could have beat Catherine Connolly in the Irish presidential election. Former Cork TD Kelleher controversially missed out on the Fianna Fil nomination to Jim Gavin who withdrew from the campaign just weeks later. Kelleher spoke to Regan at the European Parliament in Strasbourg for a special edition of Indo Politics. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wbqonL9VsmA) 2025-11-29T16:01Z 98.3K followers, [----] engagements "Heather Humphreys calls defamation case by Paul Murphy a stunt Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys says she will fight the defamation action being taken against her by People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy describing it as a stunt. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/presidential-election/i-will-defend-myself-absolutely-heather-humphreys-vows-to-fight-defamation-stunt-by-td-paul-murphy/a597567826.html #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wfYlR-SBd14) 2025-10-19T11:40Z 94.7K followers, [----] engagements "Mary Lou McDonald highlights "childcare crisis" in Dil Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald took aim at the government for "unaffordable" fees and lengthy waiting lists for childcare in Ireland. Speaking to Taoiseach Michel Martin during Leaders' Questions McDonald stated that the Fianna Fil and Fine Gael "hasn't shown ambition vision or urgency" to fix what she called a "crisis" in childcare. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland #IrishNews #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil #FineGael" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wgfyUdjrLgI) 2026-01-21T16:00Z 99.1K followers, [----] engagements "Will Harry Byrne get the nod in Paris Indo Sport The Irish and French squads for the Guinness Men's Six Nations were both announced this week with it being just two weeks away from that opening night clash in Paris. Joe Molloy was joined by Cian Tracey on the @IndoSportPodcast to dissect Andy Farrell's Ireland squad that features a couple of fresh faces as well as Fabien Galthi's French panel that has drawn plenty of talking points. In this clip Joe & Cian discuss Harry Byrne's recall and whether he could seize the [--] jersey from Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley for that opener in France." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wpGsnaaaL74) 2026-01-22T18:15Z 99.2K followers, [----] engagements "'Get uncomfortable with it' - Cian Carolan on the best way to look at your finances Money Talks Its that time of year again in that its time for a brand-new year and all the guaranteed positive life changes that will definitely come with it. Even if you dont believe in the concept of calendar-bound resolutions its human nature to try and get our house in order. So what does that mean for your bank balance When is the best time to start properly looking at your finances And are fewer takeaway coffees really the answer Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Cian Carolan For more visit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wqMH8C-FFMI) 2026-01-17T08:00Z 100K followers, [----] engagements "Ryan Tubridy announces Virgin Radio exit and confirms number of new roles Ryan Tubridy has announced his departure from Virgin Radio UK. Speaking during the last broadcast of The Ryan Tubridy Show on Virgin Radio he said: I will be on the move I am moving away to different pastures you will have a new host and youll be in safe hands. My new opportunities allow me to be home more which I was angling for and am so happy it was able to be made possible. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #RyanTubridy #RT #VirginRadioUK #Dublin #Ireland #IrishMedia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wqn1F2f3S-M) 2025-12-19T16:06Z 98.2K followers, 17.8K engagements "The murder of 4-year-old Mason O'Connell Conway The Indo Daily News reports about the murder of four-year-old Mason OConnell-Conway by his stepmother Tegan McGhee have made for disturbing reading. McGhee (32) was handed a mandatory life sentence on Wednesday for killing Mason who was found critically injured on his bedroom floor and died in hospital three days later. Catherine Fegan and Eoin Reynolds joined Fionnn Sheahan on The Indo Daily this week to discuss the tragic story of Mason O'Connell-Conway and ask what this case tells us about protecting children who cannot protect themselves. In" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wueyhUHArrE) 2026-01-17T11:30Z 98.8K followers, [---] engagements "Kelly Lynchs death. Why a former PSNI detective wants a murder investigation The Indo Daily On St Patricks Day [----] while families across the country celebrated garda made a grim discovery the body of a young woman in a canal just outside Monaghan town. She was 23-year-old Kelly Marie Lynch. Kellys death was first rumoured as a suicide then later described as a tragic accident. But from the very beginning her family were adamant Kelly did not take her own life and she did not fall into that canal. Now new and disturbing doubts are being raised. A former PSNI detective who investigated a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wxv_-yaQDkk) 2026-01-13T21:01Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements "Brian ODriscolls speech interrupted by protesters at tech event linked to Israeli military A keynote speech by Ireland rugby legend Brian ODriscoll at a cyber defence summit was interrupted yesterday by pro-Palestine protesters due to the events links to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). Mr ODriscoll was speaking at the Cyber Leader Summit [----] in the Westbury Hotel in Dublin. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/shame-on-you-brian-odriscolls-speech-interrupted-by-protesters-at-tech-event-linked-to-israeli-military/a570159584.html" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=x29xq-w1G74) 2025-10-17T16:31Z 94.2K followers, [----] engagements "Day [--] of our look at the [----] State Papers Irish State Papers are released each year and offer a glimpse into more recent history. This year journalist Ralph Riegel hit the archives and has gathered stories which we will publish across four days. Here is a list of the stories from the Irish Independent State Papers Day Two. Garret FitzGerald was told more British troops in the North would dramatically increase nationalist alienation Secret papers reveal fears over penalties for Irish women seeking abortions abroad in wake of X Case Government was concerned over attack on Jewish cemetery in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=x2_4dWpkyJU) 2025-12-28T07:36Z 98.3K followers, [----] engagements "Irish Government at one on joining Donald Trumps Board of Peace The Irish Government is at one on the issue of whether the country should join Donald Trumps so-called Board of Peace Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee has said. She said the Government has asked for clarification on whether the groups remit could focus solely on Gaza. The board approved by the UN in November had expected to be a small group of figures overseeing the ceasefire in the Middle East but it appears to have evolved into a wider organisation. At a signing event held at Davos on Thursday the US president said the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xDR_2nzQE7k) 2026-01-23T15:28Z 99.2K followers, [----] engagements "'I thought we were done with moral victories in Irish rugby.' The Irish Independent's Chief Rugby Correspondent Raidhr O'Connor on Ireland's performance in Saturday's bruising defeat to South Africa in Dublin. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SouthAfrica #Springboks #LeinsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #MunsterRugby #Rugby #AndyFarrell" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xGMjofpTH_Q) 2025-11-24T16:30Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements "'Expect the unexpected.' Jennifer Zamparelli on new podcast Jennifer Zamparelli is the host of 'Just Between Us' the Irish Independent's brand new sex & relationship podcast. Here the broadcaster tells us what to expect and why she was so excited to be involved in the podcast. Check out the first episode here on the Irish swinging scene - https://www.youtube.com/watchv=BUVrOgSZFKc&t=9s For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Sex #Relationships #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xIqbu_PxABs) 2025-11-08T10:01Z 95.8K followers, [---] engagements "'It's as if [----] doesn't exist' - IFAC's warning to government Indo Politics The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council (IFAC) warning to government this week that they were 'budgeting like there's no tomorrow' created headlines on what was Simon Harris' first full week as the new Minister for Finance. Tabitha Monahan and Cnal Thomas discussed the story on the latest episode of Indo Politics. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishPolitics #Ireland #IrishNews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xJbPN9-EDQk) 2025-11-29T19:01Z 97.2K followers, [----] engagements "Cian McPhillips on qualifying for 800m World Championship final with new Irish record. #Athletics Suddenly the game has changed for Cian McPhillips who will leave the World Championships in Tokyo a very different athlete to the one who came here. Now the 23-year-old Longford athlete is a world finalist. Now the UCD student has shown he can beat a world champion. Now hes the fastest Irish 800m athlete of all time. Read more -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xU9SoHnc4rQ) 2025-09-18T19:33Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements "Enoch Burke at Wilson's Hospital on day he is due in High Court A judge has ordered the arrest of anti-transgender schoolteacher Enoch Burke for again breaching an injunction restraining him from going to Wilsons Hospital School. Mr Justice Brian Cregan today made an order for the immediate arrest of Mr Burke by garda and for him to be brought before the High Court on Monday morning for a committal hearing. The order for the teachers arrest was made after he failed to attend in court for the hearing of an attachment and committal application brought by the schools board of management. Mr" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xXRE_Pd4IvQ) 2026-01-16T19:42Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements "Leinster's ferocious defence game management issues and Munster's comeback The Left Wing Luke and Will are joined by Jonathan Bradley of BBC Northern Ireland to break down a thrilling weekend of Champions Cup action. The panel start by looking back on Leinster's dramatic win in La Rochelle before moving on to Munster's vital victory over Saracens at Thomond Park. Ulster's collapse against Leicester and Connacht's Challenge Cup ambitions are up for discussion too" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xXf593waDFQ) 2025-01-14T16:41Z 83.3K followers, [----] engagements ""Limited scope" for tax cuts in Budget [----] warns Minister Jack Chambers. #Ireland #Budget2026 Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers said that Budget [----] will see a firm focus on investment in housing and infrastructure as he warned he could not put a figure on precisely how much working families will benefit in cash terms from proposed tax changes. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/minister-jack-chambers-warns-budget-will-have-limited-room-for-tax-cuts-with-priority-on-housing/a1260431878.html" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xcbhsvZRujQ) 2025-09-16T08:45Z 95.2K followers, [----] engagements "Jacques Nienaber's comments on the Springboks and his future The Left Wing As if the Ireland v South Africa rivalry didn't need any more angles. Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber seemed to provide another when he gave an interesting in-depth interview to SuperSport in the week leading up to the Springboks victory at the Aviva Stadium recently. Speaking to the South African broadcaster the World Cup winning coach said he 'missed the Springboks' and discussed his contract length with Leinster which ends at the end of [----] domestic season. Former Ireland international Luke Fitzgerald and BBC" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xd6A7Bp4oQk) 2025-12-04T12:31Z 97.5K followers, [----] engagements "DJ Carey: From the glory of Croke Park to the gloom of Mountjoy Prison Seachtain Bh cl agus cil ar DJ Carey mar dhuine de na himreoir iomnaochta is fearr a chonaic an tr seo riamh. Le linn na 90id agus ag ts na mlaoise ba laoch n amhain i gCill Chainnigh ach i measc chosmhuintir na tre ar fad. Bh saol an mhadra bhin aige fin agus a phirt Sarah Newman le linn r an Togair Ceiltigh bh tithe acu in iteanna ar leith sa tr agus ba mhinic iad ag dul ar saoire thar lear. Mar sin de c huair a chuaigh ruda ar strae do DJ __________ DJ Carey was renowned as one of the greatest hurlers this country has" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xihaknPQaJc) 2025-11-17T13:08Z 96.4K followers, [---] engagements "Joyous scenes in Dublin Airport as people arrive home for Christmas The race against time is well and truly under way for those who hope to be home for Christmas. Family members in Terminal [--] in Dublin Airport welcomed home their loved ones yesterday to the sound of Christmas classics played by Irish band Keywest. Live music face painting elves and even Santa himself were all on site for an afternoon of reunions with flights touching down from all across the world. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #Christmas #DublinAirport #Ireland #HomeForChristmas" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xm_hx3veQZ8) 2025-12-23T19:30Z 98.2K followers, [----] engagements "Connolly cruising. Can the left really unite Indo Politics This week's episode of Indo Politics comes a day early with polling day taking place on Friday. Irish Independent Political Reporter Tabitha Monahan is joined by Political Editor Mary Regan to discuss the final few days of the presidential election and why Heather Humphreys and Fine Gael have not been able to stop Catherine Connolly's momentum in the ras race. Following the left-alliance for Catherine Connolly's campaign Tabitha and Mary also discuss the future of the left parties in Ireland and what it could mean for the likes of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xmrTmE3ccbA) 2025-10-23T11:00Z 97.7K followers, [----] engagements "Subscribe for unlimited access independent.ie Independent journalism is a lot more than reporting the news. Its getting to the heart of the story and it takes time effort and passion. Thats what makes real stories worth paying for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xoafbWIBB0c) 2020-05-20T16:26Z 95K followers, 1.2M engagements "Joyous Irish football fans return home from Hungary The smiles were still very much on the faces of Irish footballs coming through the Arrivals hall at Dublin Airport today having flown back from Budapest. Some of those lucky enough to be in the Pusks Arna to witness Troy Parrott's hat-trick in Ireland's 3-2 win over Hungary spoke to the Irish Independent's Deirdre Barry. Two fans even showed off their fresh ink in tribute to the country's new national hero. Read more -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xow2F02D3aM) 2025-11-17T19:00Z 96.5K followers, [----] engagements "Are Sinn Fin more like Fianna Fil than the left parties Indo Politics It was a turbulent week inside Leinster House so plenty to discuss on this week's Indo Politics. Host Tabitha Monahan and Political Editor Mary Regan discuss the long-awaited Fianna Fil presidential review which we should see next week at last. Also next week Ruth Coppinger's proposed bill to ban fox hunting is set to be debated in the Dil. Sinn Fin controversially voted against first-stage planning of the bill earlier this year which leads to a discussion are Sinn Fin now more aligned with Fianna Fil than the parties of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xza0FekHP_k) 2025-12-12T16:06Z 97.9K followers, [----] engagements "'Let's hope Arsenal sh*t their keks again' - John Aldridge Could the pressure of leading the Premier League get to Mikel Arteta's Arsenal That's the hope of former Liverpool and Republic of Ireland striker John Aldridge who says he can't see Arsenal losing their lead at the top but that 'things happen' in football. Aldo was speaking to Kevin Palmer on the latest episode of The Verdict. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LFC #Liverpool #Arsenal #LiverpoolFC #MikelArteta #PremierLeague #UCL #ChampionsLeague #Football" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y2P8l-ASGUU) 2025-11-05T20:00Z 95.6K followers, [---] engagements "First Asia portal connects Philippines and Ireland Mabuhay Tagalog for Welcome echoed through North Earl Street as Dublins Filipino community crowded around the citys Portal waving the Filipino flags at the glowing circular screen. Among them was Mara Merza who has lived in Ireland for four years. Holding up her phone she connects with her sister through Facebook Messenger then excitedly points to the live feed. Thats my sister waving the one wearing the maroon shirt Mara says smiling. Her sister works just one street away from the newly opened Portal in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Manila." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y5dJ0LnoLFs) 2026-01-24T18:00Z 99.4K followers, [---] engagements "Clutter isnt just untidy it impacts stress focus and daily life Real Health Ann Teehan professional organiser and founder of Neatly.ie joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #Fitness #Gym" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y6L0KZ4SsB0) 2025-10-30T14:30Z 95.2K followers, 25.6K engagements "Will Skelton on Ronan O'Gara's impact on his career #Lions Australia and La Rochelle lock Will Skelton speaking about the impact coach Ronan O'Gara has had on his career" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yAjbk2xTPYc) 2025-07-14T12:01Z 98.5K followers, 88.4K engagements "'David Bowie said Oh hello Howard Howard Jones on Live Aid 80s' music hero and electronic music pioneer Howard Jones speaks to the Irish Independent's John Meagher on his memories of Live Aid [--] years on from the iconic concert. Jones in Dublin to visit the Live Aid Exhibition at the National Photographic Archive in Temple Bar speaks fondly of meeting Princess Diana David Bowie and others on that summer day in Wembley. He also touches on the strong Irish connection with Live Aid through Bob Geldof U2 and others. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LiveAid #HowardJones #BobGeldof #U2" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yBgzSjwN5zk) 2025-11-30T12:31Z 97.2K followers, [---] engagements ""Pubic hair is the first defence against STIs" - Laura Dowling on Just Between Us For more visit https://www.independent.ie/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yIFxKWUn_Q8) 2025-12-02T11:06Z 97.3K followers, [---] engagements "The glamour glitz and glory of the Irish Dancing World Championships returns to Dublin At first glance it looked like a living-doll factory. The Irish dancers standing on the escalators that snake up the inside of the Convention Centre Dublin seemed almost like figurines on a production line. The statuesque wigs heaped on top of their heads the uniform glamour of their stage make-up the astounding sparkle of their rhinestoned dresses. And of course their poker-straight comportment. Those perfectionist aesthetics of Irish dancing meant the competitors on the escalators looked more like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yIyEHyOujtg) 2025-04-19T10:20Z 96K followers, [----] engagements "Catherine Connolly has announced she is running to be Ireland's next president. But who is she Presidential candidate has strong opposition support for her outspoken stances but questions remain about her judgment and the company she has kept. Read more: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/politics/who-is-catherine-connolly-how-her-record-on-syria-gemma-odoherty-and-nato-may-scupper-the-progressive-lefts-only-hope-for-the-aras/a718621781.html" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yOmCH6l7Qqo) 2025-07-20T09:47Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements "We try Dublin's new pop-up selling misplaced packages Dublin has a new pop-up shop selling lost and misplaced packages and while the contents can be anything my visit proved that it really is a gamble and one that might not pay off. Our reporter Sarah Burke took a trip to The Square Tallaght where King Colis a French start-up is selling lost parcels with mystery contents. The concept has drawn huge crowds across Europe because some shoppers abroad have found everything from collectable gold bars to rare Pokmon cards worth up to [----]. Here's how Sarah got on. Read the full story -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ySGBtBxIk1I) 2025-12-11T18:31Z 98.2K followers, [----] engagements "Thousands of carers left facing Revenue tax bills going back years Thousands of family carers are being hit with tax bills going back years after Revenue got access to data on their payments. One man in his 80s who cares for his ill wife expects a bill for [----] in tax back-payments for the past three years. It comes after the Department of Social Protection started sharing data files on those receiving Carers Allowance and Carers Benefit payments with the Revenue Commissioners. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #CarersAllowance #Ireland #IrishNews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yaxtZ-jI3BQ) 2026-01-20T10:13Z 99.1K followers, [----] engagements "DJ Carey. Fall of an idol Seachtain Bh cl agus cil ar DJ Carey mar dhuine de na himreoir iomnaochta is fearr a chonaic an tr seo riamh. Le linn na 90id agus ag ts na mlaoise ba laoch n amhain i gCill Chainnigh ach i measc chosmhuintir na tre ar fad. Bh saol an mhadra bhin aige fin agus a phirt Sarah Newman le linn r an Togair Ceiltigh bh tithe acu in iteanna ar leith sa tr agus ba mhinic iad ag dul ar saoire thar lear. Mar sin de c huair a chuaigh ruda ar strae do DJ __________ DJ Carey was renowned as one of the greatest hurlers this country has ever seen. During the 90s and early 2000s he" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ymx1zgylKW0) 2025-11-17T13:14Z 96.4K followers, [---] engagements "Real Health: Life lessons and making Irish cool with Minteoir Mollie Why is speaking Irish suddenly everywhere From Kneecap to Irish language films to people reembracing their linguistic heritage. Gaeilge is back on the countrys lips. Mollie Guidera aka Minteoir Mollie joins Karl Henry on the Real Health podcast this week. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yrXQjFITLKA) 2024-08-08T08:51Z 99.2K followers, 21.3K engagements "EU Commissioner commends Ireland's migration and asylum systems European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Marcus Brunner hailed Citywest as a 'best practice' example for International Protection applicants. Speaking at a joint press conference with Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan Brunner also said Ireland is 'very well' placed to adopt the Migration and Asylum Pact. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Citywest #Migration #Asylum #Ireland #EU" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ysZ-CvlXA_o) 2025-11-24T19:11Z 96.8K followers, [---] engagements "Aont fires youth leader and five others over racist Whatsapp group Aont has sacked the leader of its youth wing and dismissed five other members after it learnt of the existence of secret WhatsApp groups where some gra Aont members posted racist and antisemitic comments. The Sunday Independent has seen a collection of the inflammatory posts that led Aont to dismiss six members of its youth wing from the party while three others remain suspended pending further investigation. Mark Tighe has the story read here -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yt8XFizeukU) 2025-10-26T15:01Z 95.1K followers, [----] engagements "Real Health: The Truth About Love and How It Can Improve Your Life Love can be complicated; it can be hard work but it can also be amazing and life changing too. Weve all heard the idea that if we wait just long enough and look hard enough well find the right person for us. But is love something we need to actively seek out And do we really understand the meaning of what love is and what it looks like Well today Im joined by author and meditation teacher Conor Creighton to talk to us about love and how many of us dont fully understand the power it can have. His new book The Truth about love" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ywU8fc2KC-I) 2022-06-30T04:00Z 96.5K followers, 11K engagements "Top-5 Home Hayfever Remedies Top-5 Home Hayfever Remedies" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z7wTMCc3W7k) 2021-06-30T14:39Z 96.3K followers, [----] engagements "Two dead and several injured in multi-vehicle crash in Co Meath Two people have died following a serious multi-vehicle crash in Co Meath this morning. The collision involving a lorry a bus and a car occurred on the R132 in Gormanstown at around 6.30am. The driver of the lorry aged in his 40s and the driver of the bus aged in his 50s were pronounced dead at the scene garda confirmed. The driver of the car aged in her 40s was brought to Beaumont Hospital for treatment for serious injuries. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent. #Meath #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zHLZdo84CBw) 2025-11-24T12:07Z 96.9K followers, [----] engagements "Thirsty passing a lot of water and weight loss: the signs and symptoms of diabetes Real Health Dr Sen Maher specialist registrar in endocrinology and diabetes joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zKGdq75aRTA) 2025-09-25T13:02Z 95K followers, 11.9K engagements "Richard Quirke - the reclusive entertainment icon who left a 54m empire Garda casino tycoon and transcendental meditation pioneer: The life and good times of Richard Quirke. Dr Quirkeys Good Time Emporium was a Dublin institution and its owners legacy lives on. Heres how a Tipperary man with modest roots became a multimillionaire in the notoriously tough gambling business. Read this story in full - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/garda-casino-tycoon-and-transcendental-meditation-pioneer-the-life-and-good-times-of-richard-quirke/a1635134011.html For more visit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zLBk23uNrDA) 2025-12-13T15:14Z 97.9K followers, [---] engagements "Lions emergencypod The Owen Farrell bombshell& what comes next The Left Wing Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Sydney to react to Owen Farrell's shock call-up to the squad. While we were all sleeping in Ireland news emerged that the English veteran has been added to Andy Farrell's touring party. Will and Ruaidhri debate whether the selection was justified what impact Farrell might have on the tour and when he will make his tour debut" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zLLCkyIknGE) 2025-07-03T14:45Z 95.5K followers, [----] engagements ""He'd know where his communion money was" - Nicola Tallant on financial highs and lows of criminals Nicola Tallant sits down with Katie Byrne in studio for this week's episode of Money Talks. In a varied discussion the host of Crime World spoke about the spending habits of some of Ireland's most notorious criminals how her own life has changed as her career progresses and what's next. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zelTeO226LI) 2025-11-26T06:30Z 97K followers, [----] engagements "Is there ever such a thing as a clean election Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan discuss some of the 'dirty tactics' used in this presidential election which winds down tonight ahead of polling day on Friday. #HeatherHumphreys #CatherineConnolly #Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zhO29bJQG5k) 2025-10-23T19:01Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements "Ruth Coppinger calls on government to support taxi drivers against Uber Multiple go-slow protests by taxi drivers have taken place across Ireland in the last couple of weeks against the introduction of a 'fixed-fare' model from Uber. Ruth Coppinger raised the subject today in the Dil during Leaders' Questions and called on the government to support the traditional taxi industry. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #TaxiProtest #Uber #Ireland #Dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zlBCvpwSFXk) 2025-12-11T17:15Z 97.9K followers, [----] engagements "Youre not lazy youre overwhelmed - When to workout with Karl Henry Real Health Producer JJ Clarke joins me on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #Fitness #Gym" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=znwxKDOZcjo) 2025-11-13T14:15Z 96.2K followers, 17.3K engagements "Race for the ras: If Jim Gavin runs I think he would win Read more: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/fianna-fail-mep-billy-kelleher-refuses-to-rule-out-aras-run-as-former-dublin-manager-jim-gavin-has-taoiseachs-backing/a1064620449.html" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zpB8m_mUyb4) 2025-08-26T11:57Z 98.4K followers, [----] engagements "New national velodrome & badminton centre to cost 100m The National Velodrome and Badminton Centre is set to cost almost 100m. Today Sports Minister Patrick ODonovan will bring the estimated budget of 99.6m for the development of the sports centre to the Cabinet for approval. The centre will be Irelands first-ever indoor cycling track developed at the National Sports Campus at Abbotstown in Dublin. It will contain a 250-metre cycling track and up to [--] badminton courts spectator seating and other facilities. Read more:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zpmau4GiySY) 2025-09-03T08:30Z 96K followers, [---] engagements "The timeline of Jim Gavin's withdrawal and what it means for the ras race Indo Politics Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the Irish presidential election late on Sunday October [--] sent shockwaves right across the country. The Fianna Fil candidate had another difficult weekend following Fionnn Sheahan's story in the Irish Independent on Saturday of a rent dispute facing Gavin of a property he previously owned in Dublin. Irish Independent Political Reporter Tabitha Monahan is joined by Fionnn and Political Correspondent John Downing to discuss the timeline of events that led to Gavin's withdrawal and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zqQEgm1zFYk) 2025-10-06T13:40Z 98.7K followers, 64K engagements "Why weights are the silver bullet to ageing well with Clare Johnston Real Health Clare Johnston journalist and creator of the Rebuilding Mum and Dad series on the Honest Channel on YouTube joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #Fitness #Gym" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ztZxwvo3qJ0) 2025-11-20T14:15Z 96.5K followers, 22.5K engagements "Mary Lou McDonald hits out at government for rise in household bills Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald hit out at the government yet again today for the rise in household energy bills during. Speaking during Leaders' Questions McDonald asked Taoiseach Michel Martin 'will you intervene as head of government to put a stop to this increase'. The Dublin Central TD labelled the Taoiseach 'a disgrace' during his response in the Dil. For more on this story and more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #SinnFin #FiannaFil #MaryLouMcDonald #Ireland #MichelMartin #IrishNews #IrishPolitics" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ztsvwWhgPgM) 2025-12-16T22:38Z 98K followers, 11.9K engagements "Penetration pubes & pleasure - Laura Dowling joins Jennifer Zamparelli to talk truths never told 'The Fabulous Pharmacist' Laura Dowling joins Jennifer Zamparelli on this week's episode of Just Between Us and they discuss how penetrative sex is not the only sex the anatomy of a woman's body and the helpful tools for health and pleasure. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zusl_lK145o) 2025-11-27T13:06Z 97K followers, [----] engagements "Cricket Ireland Breaking Boundaries - Orla Prendergast Orla shares her past present and future cricket journey ahead of the qualifier for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup [----] in Bangladesh. #cricket #sports #womenssports #t20" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zxT26z5Ux1Y) 2024-01-31T06:00Z 94.6K followers, 12.1K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"New rules for financial firms coming should better protect consumers New rules for financial firms which experts say should better protect consumers will be introduced next month. From March [--] there will be a ban on auto-renewal of a wide range of insurance including for travel and gadgets. Mortgage switching should also get easier because lenders will have to provide title deeds to a borrower within [--] days of a request. Additionally stronger rules are coming in for customers in vulnerable circumstances. These rules are part of the Central Banks revised Consumer Protection Code (CPC). For"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T08:28Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Sarah Corbett believes the killing of her father Jason was recorded on a listening device News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2025-05-19T09:06Z 100K followers, 13K engagements
"Ozempic Explained: What Were Getting Wrong About Obesity Real Health Aimee Donnellan Reuters columnist and author of Off the Scales: The Inside Story of Ozempic and the Race to Cure Obesity joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #obesity #Ireland #ozempic News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T08:00Z 100K followers, [---] engagements
"Safari in Kenya's Maasai Mara - A once-in-a-lifetime holiday Travel The secret to safari Forget the Big Five and take the Maasai Maras magic one moment at a time. Safari is the Swahili word for journey and an adventure that goes far beyond the Big Five as a father and son learn on a magical trip to Kenyas Maasai Mara Reserve Forget the Big Five. There are no lions buffalos elephants leopards or rhinos in this magical scene. Safari is not about making a list our guide Sammy says. Every drive is different. Were in Kenyas Maasai Mara on a holiday with tourism conservation company Great Plains."
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T19:00Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"'We need aggressive enforcement' - Calls for immediate scrambler ban in Dil During Leaders Questions on Wednesday the Taoiseach insisted the hands of An Garda Sochna are not tied behind their backs when dealing with the issue of scramblers. In response to questions from Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald about the enforcement capabilities of the Garda in relation to the use of scramblers Mr Martin said the force have "significant powers". McDonald had called for "aggressive rigorous enforcement" to get scramblers off Irish roads. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T18:26Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"GAA in land tax row over idle Croke Park properties The GAA is locked in several legal disputes over the alleged mis-designation of properties near Croke Park as residential leaving the association liable for a tax that targets idle land. Three sets of High Court judicial review proceedings have been filed by GAA companies over the inclusion of properties at Jones Road in Dublin in maps for lands subject to Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT). RZLT is an annual 3pc tax on the market value of specific serviced residential or mixed-use zoned land. For more on this story and more visit the Irish"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T11:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Ireland's once biggest OnlyFans star on the work the money and the dark side Just Between Us Jennifer Zamparelli sits down with Niamh O'Connor to talk about her OnlyFans past how she made her money how quickly she made it and what she had to do and deal with to keep up that lifestyle. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T06:00Z 100K followers, 12.7K engagements
"Eyewitnesses to fatal Dublin city centre bus crash recount horrific scene Witnesses have described hearing a massive bang during a crash in Dublin city centre involving a double-decker bus in which man in his 80s died and three others were injured. The incident involving the Bus ireann vehicle happened on the pedestrianised North Earl Street near Dublins Spire about 12.30pm on Thursday during a busy lunchtime as shoppers went about their business. A male pedestrian aged in his 80s was pronounced dead at the scene. A second male pedestrian in his 20s is being treated in hospital for serious"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T21:25Z 100K followers, 33.1K engagements
"Landlord who tried to charge tenant for use of fridge and dining table issues judicial review A landlord who tried to charge a tenant extra money for use of a fridge dining table and overnight stays by his girlfriend has issued judicial review proceedings after the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) awarded [----] against her. Gabriela Hennigan and her husband Michael Hennigan rented a room in a house in Clonsilla Dublin [--] to a French student attending Maynooth University between September [----] and April [----]. Their daughter was also living there and the remaining bedrooms were being used by"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T12:23Z 100K followers, [---] engagements
"Dublin council chief Richard Shakespeare wants to clean up Dublin and ditch 'dirty old town' label Bin scavengers in search of Re-turn bottles are leaving Dublin like a bomb site says council chief Richard Shakespeare For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Dublin #DublinCity #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T07:59Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"No-spend year to climb out of negative equity Kell Galavan on investing and saving on Money Talks Today Kel Galavan is a popular money coach and author but [--] years ago her financial situation was far from perfect. Having climbed out of negative equity and saved over [-----] during a no-spend year Ms Galavan is living proof we can overcome even the most trying financial situations. She also knows a thing or two about investing and the rookie mistakes that beginner investors tend to make. But what is it about our own specific Irish nature that affects our relationship with investing For more"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T17:30Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Jim Gavin on GAA managers being paid Does he agree with Pat Gilroy Dublin #GAA's most successful ever manager and the most decorated Gaelic football coach in recent years weighs in on the debate about paying GAA managers. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2024-12-04T16:40Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"A stormy week inside and outside of Leinster House Indo Politics After a week of heavy rain and wind across the country it was a stormy week inside Leinster House and Indo Politics is back to review it all. This week Political Editor Mary Regan joins Tabitha Monahan with plenty to discuss. May 22nd seems to be the date for both the Dublin Central and Galway-West by-elections and with a couple of names already confirmed we go through the runners and riders in both constituencies will we see Gerry Hutch throw his name in the ring again On Thursday Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin appeared before"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T11:40Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Raidhr O'Connor and Cian Tracey tee up Ireland v New Zealand in Chicago The Irish Independent's Raidhr O'Connor and Cian Tracey report from Chicago where Ireland are preparing to face New Zealand at Soldier Field. The two teams met at the venue in [----] with Ireland scoring a famous first win in the fixture. Now the All Blacks are out for revenge nine years on. The lads discuss New Zealand' season and where they are at under Scott Robertson Irelands preparation and what success looks like this November. Full coverage on https://www.independent.ie/sport #IrishRugby #AllBlacks #Rugby #RugbyUnion"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T09:31Z 100K followers, 11.5K engagements
"'Irish rugby has had a bad 2025.' Indo Sport podcast Joe Molloy was joined by the Irish Independent's Chief Rugby Correspondent Raidhr O'Connor and former Irish international Ian Madigan on the @IndoSportPodcast on Monday to look back on a mixed opening weekend on the European club scene for the provinces. In the Champions Cup Leinster enjoyed a comprehensive win over Harlequins at the Aviva on Sunday while Munster were beaten comfortably by Bath on Saturday night. In the Challenge Cup Ulster were 61-7 winners over Racing on Friday night while Connacht fell to a 24-21 defeat to Ospreys."
YouTube Link 2025-12-09T12:47Z 100K followers, 12.3K engagements
"Justice Minister outlines Ireland's new migration policies Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan today announced changes to Irelands migration and citizenship rules. Refugees seeking Irish citizenship will now face a five-year waiting period with working individuals receiving preferential treatment. Welfare claims during that time will be reviewed and refugee status may be revoked if someone poses a threat to the State. 📌 Key changes include: 5-year wait before applying for citizenship Family reunification delays and new income requirements Application fees for reunification Employed asylum"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T17:12Z 100K followers, 28K engagements
"'Who the hell do you think you are' - Taoiseach to Paul Murphy in Dil Taoiseach Michel Martin hit back at People-Before-Profit Solidarity TD Paul Murphy in the Dil this afternoon. Murphy raised the issue of X/Grok AI sexual imagery stating that "I'm not saying that you condone the production of sexual abuse material I'm saying you don't want to do anything about it because you don't want to annoy or harm your relationship with big tech'. The Taoiseach took issue with that statement and responded it 'was an absolute shocking and reprehensible assertion. How dare you Who the hell do you think"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T18:00Z 100K followers, 45.2K engagements
"Chris Wasser: 'Melanias film is an insipid mess.' Its midday at Cineworld on Parnell Street Dublin and there are seven people in screen [--] for Irelands first public showing of Melania. This you may argue is a standard audience number for an early Friday film slot hardly the worst for an overseas documentary. But five of these viewers are here in a professional capacity and three appear to have brought popcorn. To my left Ireland AM film critic Brian Lloyd takes a photo for posterity. Behind us the Indo Daily podcast crew settle in for the long haul. Down the front a stranger keeps his"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T07:45Z 100K followers, 10.7K engagements
"10 years on from the Regency Hotel attack Ten years ago this week a gun attack at the Regency Hotel sent shockwaves through Ireland and marked a turning point in modern gangland history. In broad daylight heavily armed men disguised as garda stormed a boxing weigh-in killing David Byrne and triggering a violent feud that would leave Dublin gripped by fear for years to come. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/crime/theres-always-a-danger-this-could-happen-again-hutch-gang-still-leading-players-in-drugs-trade-10-years-after-regency-attack-says-top-detective/a262087793.html For"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T11:55Z 100K followers, [---] engagements
"Cian Tracey at Ireland's pre-Six Nations training camp in Portugal Irish Independent rugby writer Cian Tracey has all the latest news from Ireland's training camp in Quinta do Lago as preparations ramp up for Thursday's Six Nations opener at Stade de France. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SixNationsRugby #Rugby #GuinnessM6N #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #ItalyRugby News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T11:36Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Stockdale Loughman and both Prendergasts to start in Paris Jacob Stockdale will start on the wing for Ireland in a Six Nations game for the first time since March [----] after getting the nod ahead of James Lowe in a new-look back-three for their tournament opener in France on Thursday night. There is an unfamiliar look to Andy Farrells team with Tadhg Furlong missing out through injury which means Thomas Clarkson starts at tighthead prop with Jeremy Loughman getting the nod in the problematic loosehead prop position. Cian Prendergast is given the nod for his Six Nations debut at blindside"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T13:45Z 100K followers, [---] engagements
"Bundee bother and prop problems. The latest from Ireland's Six Nations camp The intermittent wind and rain in Quinta do Lago quickly dispelled any notions that the Ireland squad were about to face into a warm-weather training camp over the next week. The inclement weather is the least of Andy Farrells problems however as the Ireland head coach works his way through a considerable to-do list ahead of his sides Six Nations opener in Paris this day next week. Cian Tracey is on the ground in Portugal and has the latest from camp. Read more -"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T13:54Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Spiesliesand Irish cybersecurity with Professor Richard Aldrich The Big Tech Show Spies lies and Irish cybersecurity with Professor Richard Aldrich The Big Tech Show The Big Tech Show sponsored by deel. #Technology #Cybersecurity #Tech"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T15:30Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Beginner's guide to sex toys with Shawna Scott Just Between Us with Jennifer Zamaprelli With Valentines Day around the corner you might be thinking about buying a sexy gift for someone you love or for yourself but not know where to start. This week on Just Between Us Jennifer Zamparelli is joined by Shawna Scott of Sex Siopa to break it all down. From bullets to bondage dildos to dilators Shauna explains whats out there how it all works and how to find what actually suits your body your needs and your curiosity. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Sex #SexToys #Relationship #Health"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T11:00Z 100K followers, 24.7K engagements
"St Brigid's Day traditions Seachtain St Brigid's Day traditions Seachtain Seachtain sponsored by An Post For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #StBrigidsDay #Imbolc #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T17:00Z 100K followers, 16.7K engagements
"'Shame on you' Simon Harris & Pearse Doherty clash over flood defence systems During Leaders' Questions today in the Dil Tnaiste Simon Harris and Sinn Fin's Pearse Doherty were involved in a heated exchange over flood warning and defence systems in Ireland. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #StormChandra #Flooding #Ireland #Weather News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T14:01Z 100K followers, 10.1K engagements
""You're in our country." Gregory Campbell to Catherine Connolly in Derry DUP MP Gregory Campbell told President Catherine Connolly youre in our country and warned her against rewriting the past on her visit to Co Derry. In a short interaction between the pair after Ms Connolly addressed the Guildhall she said she is here to listen adding at the end of the day were human beings and we have to have respect. In her speech the President said she is grateful to the people of Derry for showing the path from conflict to peace adding that justice is still awaited by the survivors of families of"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T17:06Z 100K followers, 11.3K engagements
"Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin addresses 'conflict of interest' controversy The chair of Bord Bia Larry Murrin has told the Oireachtas Agriculture Committee that he has never been conflicted in his role as chair of the organisation. Mr Murrin who is also the CEO of Dawn Farms has appeared before the committee after controversy erupted in recent weeks after it emerged that the company has sourced beef from Brazil previously. The controversy came in the wake of the vote on the Mercosur trade agreement which Ireland rejected. Read this story in full -"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T15:36Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"'We see future leaders' - [----] girls attend Stem festival I Wish in Dublin Women are often under-represented in science technology engineering and mathematics (Stem) but a festival aims to empower more young girls to work in these areas. I Wish Festival is providing a platform for their interests in fields like construction engineering and AI technology. The event at the RDS yesterday attracted almost [----] female secondary school students from across the Ireland and the North. The aim was simple: to show young girls that careers in Stem are not only possible but achievable. I Wish co-founder"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T19:15Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Joe Duffy wants to end the stigma around hearing devices Joe Duffy travelled across the Irish capital with some famous faces to discuss the power of hearing in relationships. And we were right there with him behind-the-scenes the whole way. This is a commercial video. #Sponsored #HearingLoss #HearingAids News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T09:45Z 100K followers, 34.2K engagements
"I created an AI deepfake of myself in [--] minutes and the result scared me Deepfakes made headlines in Ireland this year after a video of Catherine Connolly appearing to drop out of the presidential election went viral. Deepfakes are AI-generated videos and photos that try to look and sound like real people. The attention and concern the Connolly example received made me wonder just how complicated it would be to make a realistic deepfake of myself After a quick bit of research the answer was clear: its surprisingly simple. Within minutes I had chosen a free tool made an account and started"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T11:45Z 100K followers, [---] engagements
"Explainer: What is HHC The semi-synthetic cannabis cousin HHC has become hugely popular and is seen by many as a 'legal high'. But politicians and health professionals are now calling for the legal loophole that allows its sale in Ireland to be closed after a 'surge in psychosis' is blamed on the lab-created drug. You can follow the full story here: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/crackdown-on-legal-semi-synthetic-cannabis-planned-but-no-public-information-campaign-on-risks/a140220620.html News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2025-04-25T07:00Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"League of Ireland [----] Premier Division Preview The League of Ireland is back and so is our weekly preview show Dan McDonnell and Sen O'Connor look ahead to the opening round of the [----] Premier Division and discuss whether anyone can stop Shamrock Rovers this year who may be at risk of relegation how the clubs fared in the transfer window and look ahead to Sunday's Dublin derby at the Aviva Stadium. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LeagueOfIreland #LOI #IrishFootball #Football #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T16:45Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Late wins for Drogs and Derry on opening night League of Ireland We might have been missing a game but the League of Ireland Premier Division wasn't short of drama on opening night. Late winners for both Drogheda United and Derry City ensure winning starts for Kevin Doherty and Tiernan Lynch's sides while in the South-East new boss Jon Daly wont be too unhappy with a 1-1 draw against Shelbourne. Sen O'Connor and Dan McDonnell are here to react to tonight's results. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LeagueOfIreland #LOI #IrishFootball #DerryCityFC #SligoRovers #GalwayUnited"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T23:13Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Jack Crowley to start vs the All Blacks. Will Ireland go 6/2 on the bench Irish Independent rugby writers Raidhr O'Connor and Cian Tracey report from SeatGeek Stadium where Ireland trained fully ahead of Saturday's clash with the All Blacks. Caelan Doris has been declared fit to lead Ireland while Jack Crowley looks set to start at No [--]. The lads discuss Andy Farrell's selection dilemmas as Cian reports on the All Blacks training in less than salubrious circumstances across town. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #AllBlacks #Rugby #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T10:01Z 100K followers, 12.4K engagements
"Ireland's discipline worries ahead of the Six Nations The Left Wing Does this current Ireland squad have discipline and mentality issues going into this Six Nations On the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast Luke Fitzgerald spoke of his concerns on how Andy Farrell spoke about his players in the media in November and also shared his worries on whether the younger players in the squad are open to constructive criticism. Watch this episode of The Left Wing on the @IndoSportPodcast channel - https://youtu.be/C0Nzqow8M3w For more visit https://www.independent.ie/ #SixNationsRugby #IrishRugby"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T12:46Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"The killing of Shaun Duffy [--] years on Seachtain Sa bhliain [----] thiar i gceantar tuaithe i nGaeltacht Dhn na nGall tharla ionsa fochmhar a dfhg sml ar an phobal ann le breis agus fiche bliain anuas. Dnmharaodh Shaun Duffy fear a bh [--] bliain d'aois ina theach fin tar is oche cheilirtha ar an [--] Eanir. Nor cisodh inne as an dnmhar a tharla bliain is fiche shin. T achain r danta ag na Garda ar dhuine ar bith a bhfuil eolas acu faoi dhnmhar. Lithreoir: Tessa Fleming Aoi: ine N Bhreislein ______ In [----] in a rural area of the Donegal Gaeltacht a brutal attack took place that has scarred the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T13:00Z 101K followers, 23.7K engagements
"All set for Six Nations opening night in Paris The Irish Independent rugby team of Sinad Kissane Cian Tracey & Raidhr O'Connor were at the Stade de France this morning as Ireland completed their Captain's Run session. After a heavy day of rain yesterday the weather has improved in Paris which should hopefully add to a cracking Six Nations opener tomorrow night. Our trio talk through the Ireland team news Stade de France memories and give their predictions ahead of tomorrow night. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby #IrishRugby #SixNations #Rugby #SixNationsRugby"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T11:55Z 100K followers, 13.9K engagements
"What is HHC The semi-synthetic cannabis cousin HHC has become hugely popular and is seen by many as a 'legal high'. But politicians and health professionals are now calling for the legal loophole that allows its sale in Ireland to be closed after a 'surge in psychosis' is blamed on the lab-created drug. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2025-04-25T06:00Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
""I have 10k left and every time I run it's being spent" - Waterford hurling star on injury battle "I have 10k left and every time I run it's being spent. We're playing Midleton second team in a practice match on Saturday" #Waterford star Stephen Bennett on battling through injury for club and county. #GAA #Hurling #WaterfodGAA #AllIreland #AllIrelandSHC #MunsterSHC News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T16:07Z 100K followers, 19.8K engagements
"The GAA Office Party: Joe Brolly and Pat Spillane's TV heydey Indo Sport Joe Brolly and Pat Spillane reminisce on their days as Gaelic football's top pundits from Spillane's naturally shy character to what Brolly got away with on air. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2025-07-18T09:20Z 101K followers, 23K engagements
"Gerry The Monk Hutch confirms he plans to contest Dublin Central by-election Gerry The Monk Hutch has confirmed that he is planning to contest the Dublin Central by-election. He was speaking at Dublins Ambassador Theatre on Wednesday evening with actor Rex Ryan for a publicity event ahead of the opening night of Ryans play The Monk next week. Inspired by the life of the man who has been named in court as the leader of the Hutch organised crime group the one-man show written and starring Ryan will debut on Monday February [--] for a six-night run at the Ambassador Theatre. A 35-year-old actor"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T12:08Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""Seriously That is not a response to people who are terrified" - Boyd Barrett to Harris Richard Boyd Barrett raised the case of a couple in his constituency struggling in the rent crisis today during Leaders' Questions after rental reforms passed through the Dil on Wednesday night. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #Housing#Renting #IrishPolitics #Ireland #Dublin News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T09:23Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Former Irish international Stephen Ireland acted as an unregistered football agent says FA The business partner of former professional footballer Stephen Ireland has been suspended by the Football Association (FA) in England for using Ireland as an agent when he was not qualified. The move by the FA followed a Sunday Independent investigation in [----] that highlighted how young Irish footballers were claiming to be represented by former professional players who were not registered agents. Under Fifa rules any agent working on a transfer or new player contract must have passed a Fifa licensing"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T11:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Why do these Canadian locals have an Irish accent Pl Conghaile travelled to Newfoundland and Labrador to meet the locals and explore the Canadian province's historical links with Ireland. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Newfoundland #Canada #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T10:00Z 101K followers, 85.1K engagements
"The 'build first ask later' culture to log cabins and extensions More than [-----] applications for retention permission have been submitted in the last two years after thousands of people built extensions garages log cabins apartments and gyms without planning permission. An investigation by the Irish Independent into the culture of build first ask for permission later has revealed how more than half of all retention applications lodged since January [----] have been approved by local authorities across the country. Read this story in full on the Irish Independent website. #Housing #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T15:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Over half of Irish children at risk of exposure to strangers online More than half of children in Ireland are at risk of exposure to strangers online with no parental restrictions around chatting and gaming with people they do not know a new report has found. CyberSafeKids spoke to [----] primary school children between the ages of eight and [--] and [----] parents nationwide for the survey. Just over 93pc of the children said they go online to play games or use apps often using platforms designed for older users. For more on this and more visit the Irish Independent. #OnlineSafety ##OnlineSafety"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T11:02Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Ministers sign off on further five-figure pay rises for semi-state bosses Ministers have signed off on pay rises for CEOs at another three commercial semi-state organisations. Approval has been given for a [-----] increase to the salary of the CEO of the Port of Waterford David Sinnott bringing it from [------] to [------]. A [-----] pay rise that will push up Dublin Port Company CEO Barry OConnells yearly salary from [------] to [------] was also sanctioned at the end of last month. In addition the salary of the Shannon Airport Groups CEO will rise after an increase was rubber-stamped by Transport"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T09:04Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Rodrigo y Gabriela 'ORION' (LIVE) Mexican music duo Rodrigo y Gabriela cover Metallica's Orion live in the Windmill Lane Studio in Dublin. This acoustic track was filmed exclusively for the Windmill Lane Sessions on Independent.ie For more exclusive performances and interviews check out the Windmill Lane Sessions - http://www.independent.ie/windmilllane Presented by Barry Egan Rodrigo Y Gabriela (Musical Artist) Metallica (Musical Group) Orion (Musical Recording) Music (TV Genre) Ireland (Geographical Feature) Live Music (Record Label) Rodrigo Y Gabriela (Musical Artist) Metallica (Musical"
YouTube Link 2014-12-04T15:04Z 101K followers, 1.8M engagements
"German shepherd saves six-year-old from being attacked by another dog German shepherd saves six-year-old from being attacked by another dog. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2022-11-17T13:59Z 101K followers, 9.7M engagements
"The first tip for men buying sex toys for their partners for Valentine's Day Just Between Us For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T11:00Z 101K followers, 23.5K engagements
"From Stigma to Science: Aimee Donnellan on Ozempic Real Health Aimee Donnellan Reuters columnist and author of Off the Scales: The Inside Story of Ozempic and the Race to Cure Obesity joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #obesity #Ireland #ozempic News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T08:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Joe Duffy picking up passengers to talk about their hearing health #Sponsored For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T11:57Z 101K followers, 40.3K engagements
"The potential contenders for the Dublin Central by-election in May While it has yet to be confirmed by government May [--] does seem to be the date we'll see the Dublin Central and Galway West by-elections. On this week's episode of Indo Politics Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan discuss the potential contenders we could see on the Dublin ballot paper. Will we see Gerry Hutch put his name in the hat again Will Fianna Fil give Mary Fitzpatrick a fifth go at getting elected What will Sinn Fin do For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishPolitics #GerryHutch #FiannaFil #FineGael #SinnFin"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T15:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""You couldn't care less" - Taoiseach hits back at Sinn Fin over rental rules Taoiseach Michel Martin told Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald "you couldn't care less about whether we provide more houses for the young people of this country" in the Dil today. During a heated exchange during Leaders' Questions over the new rental reforms the Taoiseach added "you are against every proposal you're full of soundbite". For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #Renting #Rental #Housing #Ireland #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T17:30Z 101K followers, 17.3K engagements
"Roddy Collins' Junior B GAA story 😂 Roddy Collins talks about his #GAA playing days in the Dublin Junior Football Championship #Shorts News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2023-07-03T14:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"The to-do list of jobs for the new housing tsar Senior civil servant Garret Doocey was this week announced as the new housing tsar tasked with overseeing the recently established Housing Activation Office. The role was first mooted by Housing Minister James Browne a year ago. The former Department of Transport official who will be paid around [------] will oversee the new office made up of seconded officials from key utilities like Uisce ireann and ESB and a 3bn budget over the next five years. First up for the new housing tsar will be doling out the 1bn infrastructure fund. The fund has been"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T10:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Budgeting for botox & beauty - Liz Dwyer on the holistic approach Money Talks Liz Dwyer is a familiar face to those interested in Irelands aesthetic economy and hers is also a face thatsno stranger to a needle a nip or tweakment. Itsall in pursuit of knowledge for the Future Beauty Show an annual event co-founded by Dwyer and her sister Nikki. Their goal To educate Irish consumers on the cost and effectiveness of treatments offered by Irelands ever-growing cosmetic industry. Host:Katie Byrne Guest:Liz Dwyer of the Future Beauty Show The content of this podcast is for information purposes and"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T16:29Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Heimir Hallgrmsson on Ireland drawing Israel in Nations League Heimir Hallgrimsson has reiterated his view that he does not understand why Israel are allowed to participate in European competitions while Russia are banned - but the Ireland manager says he will leave the matter of whether the contentious autumn Nations League games should be played to the FAI. Hallgrimsson was left to face the difficult political questions created by a draw in Brussels that has pitted Ireland against Israel with FAI CEO David Courell and President Paul Cooke choosing to leave the venue without speaking to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T22:15Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Intercounty pre-season in full swing GAA Round-Up The county colours are back as the intercounty pre-season competitions were in full swing this weekend. Niall McIntyre takes you through some of the key moments from around the country. Clips come from Carlow v Laois in the O'Byrne Shield Galway v Offaly in the Walsh Cup Kerry v Waterford in the McGrath Cup and Wicklow v Carlow in the O'Byrne Shield. We also see Sadhbh Shefflin's lovely score for Presentation Kilkenny in their defeat against Loreto Kilkenny in the Leinster PPS A Camogie Final. Keep up with the latest GAA news here -"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T16:00Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Explainer: Ireland's new migration rules Government have announced changes to aspects of Ireland's immigration system which will tighten rules around things like citizenship and family reunification for Non-EEA members. Tabitha Monahan takes you though the main changes here from outside government buildings. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Migration #Ireland #IrishPolitics #IrishNews #IrishIndependent News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T21:21Z 101K followers, 15.5K engagements
"The Cork restaurateur a $16m Miami mansion and a spectacular legal bust-up. The sale by a Cork restaurateur of a $16m (13.5m) mansion in Miamis exclusive Coral Gables neighbourhood has prompted a legal dispute between the woman and her former romantic partner. Patricia Toscano whose daughter now owns and runs the well-known Ristorante Rossini on Princes Street in Cork city has been accused of reneging on an oral agreement with her ex-partner New York lawyer Michael Griffith to split almost $10m in net proceeds from the $15.8m sale of the home last year. In court filings Ms Toscano (68) has"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T10:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""He snubbed you for a photo with Conor McGregor" - Bacik to Taoiseach Labour leader Ivana Bacik criticised Taoiseach Michel Martin's upcoming trip to visit President Donald Trump on St Patrick's Day whilst raising the case of ICE-detained Irishman Seamus Culleton in the Dil. "In five weeks you plan to hand a bowl of Shamrock to the man responsible for all this. You plan to offer a symbol of friendship to the man who humiliated Ireland on St Patrick's Day last year when he snubbed you for a photo op with Conor McGregor." For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website."
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T09:14Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""Ban vulture funds from bulk purchasing family homes" - Pearse Doherty to Simon Harris Sinn Fin Finance Spokesman Pearse Doherty called on Tnaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris to ban vulture funds from purchasing family homes in Ireland today in the Dil. Speaking during Leaders' Questions Doherty raised the issue of housing and went to state that [---] homes have been purchased by vulture funds in the past year. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #Housing #IrishPolitics #IrishNews #VultureFunds #BuyingAHome #BuyingAHouse News Journalism Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T17:51Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"O'Sullivan questions Farrell's "shocking" comments Indo Sport Podcast Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan said he was "shocked" with Andy Farrell's post-match comments after last Thursday's bruising defeat in Paris. Speaking to Joe Molloy on the @IndoSportPodcast O'Sullivan questioned Farrell's talk of the team's lack of intent in the first half saying it was a "strange message to put out." For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #Rugby #SixNations #SixNationsRugby #GuinnessM6N #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #RugbyUnion #FranceRugby"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T18:02Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Contactless payments on public transport. What's the delay The Irish Independent has identified [--] cities globally that have overtaken Ireland in producing a contactless payment system for their public transport. Various cities around the world introduced contactless payments over a decade ago while full integration of the system in Ireland is not expected until about [----]. What is the hold-up Complexities such as providing for passengers changing transport modes avoiding disruption to transport routes and integrating new physical infrastructure to allow for card payments have been cited by"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T08:55Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Rockwell abuse survivor on desperate fight for justice Derek McCarthy is running out of time. Three out of the four men who abused him as a child are now dead. Collaring the other still-living abuser an elderly Spiritan priest is his last hope at getting justice. I want my day in a courtroom but time is not on my side he told the Irish Independent. Its been four years since I went to garda and gave them a statement. Two of them his abusers were dead at the time but two were still alive. Now I am down to one. In four or five years time or even next week theres no guarantee that he is going to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T21:12Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach clash over new rental rules Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald clashed with Taoiseach Michel Martin during Leaders' Questions this afternoon in the Dil. McDonald urged the Taoiseach and government to scrap legislation that will bring changes to the rental rules from March [--]. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil #Politics #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T15:35Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Matchday [--] Preview in the League of Ireland Premier Division We are up and running in the League of Ireland Premier Division after a dramatic opening Friday night last week with a postponed game and two late winners as well as over [-----] at the Aviva on Sunday for Bohemians v St Pat's. Aidan Fitzmaurice and Sen O'Connor sit down to look back on the opening weekend and ahead to MD2 where the champions Shamrock Rovers kick off their league defence against Shelbourne. Drogheda United v Waterford St Pat's v Galway United Derry City v Dundalk and Saturday's Valentine's Day clash between Sligo"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T15:22Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Larry Murrin's Oireachtas performance 🗣 "I don't know if there were any killer blows." 🗣 "There were no punches landed on him whatsoever." Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan look back on Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin's Oireachtas Committee appearance on Thursday. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #BordBia #LarryMurrin #Mercosur #BrazilianBeef #IFA #Ireland #Agrifoods #Farming #IrishFarming News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T11:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Will Ryan Tubridy return to RT The Indo Daily Three years ago Ryan Tubridy walked away from RT at the centre of a scandal that shook Irish broadcasting to its core. Now after a stint in London and a period out of the spotlight Ryan Tubridy is back on Irish screens and back talking. So is this really the start of a redemption arc or just a carefully managed comeback Entertainment and News Correspondent Melanie Finn joined Fionnn Sheahan on this episode of The Indo Daily. Listen to the episode in full here -"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T19:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show The Big Tech Show sponsored by deel. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T15:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""He had a really difficult night." - Sam Prendergast's performance in Paris Sam Prendergast's performance at [--] is just one of many talking points from Ireland's bruising 36-14 defeat to France in Paris on Thursday night. Should Andy Farrell stick with the Leinster man for Italy next week or should Jack Crowley or Harry Byrne come in Cian Tracey and Raidhr O'Connor have their say while speaking to Sinad Kissane post-match at the Stade de France. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #IrishRugby #SixNations #Rugby #SamPrendergast #RugbyUnion #FranceRugby #FrenchRugby #LeinsterRugby"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T16:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"More than [---] complaints were made against property agents last year Just over [---] complaints were made against estate agents and other licensed property service providers last year. Only nine of these resulted in minor sanctions such as a warning being issued according to the Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA). Of the [---] complaints processed [---] needed no further action because the PSRA found no improper conduct had occurred or because they were not under the remit of the statutory body. A large number related to customers dissatisfied with the service provided while others"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T14:30Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Bohemians v St Pat's at the Aviva preview For the second year in a row we've got a League of Ireland game at the Aviva Stadium on the opening weekend of the season. Bohemians take on St Patrick's Athletic on Lansdowne Road tomorrow in a Dublin Derby that both Alan Reynolds and Stephen Kelly will be desperate to win to kick off their respective campaigns. Dan McDonnell and Sen O'Connor preview the game here and discuss some Saints fans attitude towards the game. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #Bohemians #Bohs #StPatsFC #LOI #LeagueOfIreland #IrishFootball News Journalism Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T15:20Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"The government's reactionary approach to flooding Indo Politics It emerged from the Public Accounts Committee this week that over 19m of funds were allocated for national flood forecasting warning service between 2020-2024 but only 5m of this was spent. Could the government's reactionary approach to dealing with flood defences come back and bite them Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan discuss on the latest episode of Indo Politics. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #StormChandra #Flooding #Weather #Floods #Ireland #Enniscorthy #Wexford News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T20:24Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Can anyone stop Shamrock Rovers this season The League of Ireland Premier Division returns this evening with four games taking place across the country as well as Sunday's game at the Aviva between Bohemians and St Patrick's Athletic. Sean O'Connor and Dan McDonnell sat down to preview the Premier Division season this week and asked the question can anyone stop Shamrock Rovers For more visit the Irish Independent website. #ShamrockRovers #LeagueOfIreland #LOI #IrishFootball News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T11:56Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"Investigating Ireland's connections to Epstein The Indo Daily Irish Independent Features Writer Kim Bielenberg has thralled through the Epstein files for any connections to Ireland or Irish figures. Kim joined Tabitha Monahan on The Indo Daily to reveal what he found and the process behind it. Listen to this episode of The Indo Daily in full here or wherever you get your podcasts - https://www.independent.ie/podcasts/the-indo-daily/the-indo-daily-epstein-files-keir-starmer-on-the-brink-and-irish-connections-explored/a600318225.html For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Epstein"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T20:29Z 101K followers, 12.4K engagements
"Gerry The Monk Hutch addresses Election [----] bid at Dublin Airport Gerry The Monk Hutch has landed into Dublin Airport ahead of his Election [----] bid. The Dubliner confirmed to the Sunday Independent this weekend that he is to run in the general election in Dublins north inner city declaring he will be the peoples choice. Speaking to journalists in the Dublin Airport arrivals hall Hutch repeated his intent to run and said he is hoping to officially declare himself as a candidate as early as today. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2024-11-11T12:41Z 101K followers, 106.3K engagements
"Conor McGregor and Suzanne Jackson criticised for misleading consumers Beauty entrepreneur Suzanne Jackson and mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor have become the latest influencers to fall foul of the consumer watchdog after failing to disclose the commercial nature of posts promoting their own brands on social media. The Consumer and Competition Protection Commission (CCPC) has published details of [--] new enforcement actions taken for breaches of consumer protection legislation. Whether youre a retailer a publican or an influencer you must comply with consumer law the CCPC said. For"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T16:15Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Alan Shatter could sue Soc Dems TD Gary Gannon over false Epstein claim Former justice minister Alan Shatter said he has been the target of a vicious and antisemitic smear campaign since Social Democrats justice spokesman Gary Gannon put up a social media post that linked him with Jeffrey Epstein. Mr Shatter who was Fine Gaels justice minister from [----] to [----] said he has twice written to Mr Gannon and Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns in the last week seeking the withdrawal of false claims that he met Epstein while in office. It is understood Mr Shatter is considering taking defamation"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T09:55Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""Our children are not safe on the internet." - Simon Harris Simon Harris talks about a social media ban for children and says the government needs to decide whether to wait for a European decision or make a move on age verification independently. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #OnlineSafety #SocialMedia #DigitalSafety #Ireland News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T12:30Z 101K followers, [---] engagements
"The killing of Shaun Duffy [--] years on Sa bhliain [----] thiar i gceantar tuaithe i nGaeltacht Dhn na nGall tharla ionsa fochmhar a dfhg sml ar an phobal ann le breis agus fiche bliain anuas. Dnmharaodh Shaun Duffy fear a bh [--] bliain d'aois ina theach fin tar is oche cheilirtha ar an [--] Eanir. Nor cisodh inne as an dnmhar a tharla bliain is fiche shin. T achain r danta ag na Garda ar dhuine ar bith a bhfuil eolas acu faoi dhnmhar. Lithreoir: Tessa Fleming Aoi: ine N Bhreislein ______ In [----] in a rural area of the Donegal Gaeltacht a brutal attack took place that has scarred the community for"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T13:00Z 101K followers, 28.5K engagements
"Ivana Bacik raises the case of ICE-detained Irishman Seamus Culleton in Dil Labour leader Ivana Bacik insisted Taoiseach Michel Martin should not wait until St Patrick's Day to intervene in the case of Irishman Seamus Culleton who is currently being detained by ICE in the US. Mr Culleton is originally from Co Kilkenny but has been living in the US for almost [--] years has a valid work permit and is married to a US citizen. He was driving home after finishing work when he was detained by ICE agents last September. He said he noticed a man with blue sunglasses was driving the car and then"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T18:05Z 101K followers, 120.9K engagements
"Rex Ryan on what it's like playing Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch on stage Actor Rex Ryan received the seal of approval from Gerry The Monk Hutch (62) after giving him a taste of the one-man play he inspired. Ryan (35) is taking his passion project on the notorious gangland figure from Dublins Glass Mask Theatre for a six-night run at The Ambassador Theatre in the capital. It is particularly timely given that Hutch has signalled he will contest the Dublin Central by-election having narrowly missed out on the fourth seat in Octobers general election. Asked what it was like doing a private performance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T08:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Ryan Tubridy back at RT Is there an opportunity The Indo Daily Three years ago Ryan Tubridy walked away from RT at the centre of a scandal that shook Irish broadcasting to its core. At the time it was labelled an RT failure but in the public mind it quickly became the Tubridy payment scandal. Now after a stint in London and a period out of the spotlight Ryan Tubridy is back on Irish screens and back talking. Hes repaid the money. RT has accepted much of the blame. And Tubridy says hes ready to fix it. But does the Irish public agree And is this really the start of a redemption arc or just a"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T09:05Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Can Ireland lift the mood on a miserable weekend in Dublin Six Nations Ireland had their final training session at the Aviva stadium today ahead of tomorrows Six Nations game with Italy. There for us was Cian Tracey and Sinad Kissaneto discuss the mood around Irish rugby Andy Farrell's team selection which includes plenty of changes and the dangers of the Italians. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SixNations #Rugby #SixNationsRugby #GuinnessM6N #LeinsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #MunsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #rugbypassioneitaliana #federugby News Journalism"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:32Z 101K followers, 11.3K engagements
"Could Gerry Hutch win the Dublin by-election Indo Politics It's been an interesting week in Irish politics and Tabitha Monahan and Cnal Thomas are here to look back at what made the headlines. With Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch confirming his candidacy for the Dublin by-election in May on Wednesday we discuss his chances as well as what the main parties will do with some of them having confirmed their candidates. Housing has been on the agenda again with new rental reforms being pushed through the Dil on Wednesday night as well as the appointment of the new housing tsar earlier in the week. For more"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T20:39Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show Power platforms and policy: Minister James Lawless on challenges of big tech The Big Tech Show The Big Tech Show sponsored by deel. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T15:30Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Is vaping a safer choice The evidence tells a different story Real Health Martina Blake national lead for the HSE Tobacco Free Ireland program joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #vaping #Ireland #vape News Journalism Ireland Entertainment News Journalism Ireland Entertainment"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T08:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Taoiseach comments on Irishman detained by ICE in US Taoiseach Michel Martin commented on the Irishman currently being held by ICE in the US. Seamus Culleton is originally from Co Kilkenny but has been living in the US for almost [--] years has a valid work permit and is married to a US citizen Culleton has said he would like the Taoiseach to raise his case with US president Donald Trump during his meeting at the White House in March for St Patricks Day. He was driving home after finishing work when he was detained by ICE agents last September. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T12:00Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
""Do the right thing" Mary Lou McDonald calls for household energy credits to be reinstated Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald asked Taoiseach Michel Martin to reinstate energy credits to ease pressure on household bills today in the Dil. Speaking during Leaders' Questions McDonald asked whether Martin would "do the right thing". For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil #Ireland #CostOfLiving #Money News Journalism Ireland Entertainment sport crime irish irish news irish sport politics irish politics health finance News Journalism Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T17:12Z 101K followers, [----] engagements
"Blocks of Dublin apartments sit empty despite housing crises The northern lights were visible even from the suburbs below the Dublin mountains this week with people all over the capital turning their gaze to the sky. In Rathfarnham however people have spent the past year gazing on a far more depressing light-related sight: a brand-spanking-new apartment block with just a few lights turned on each night. Despite being bought with taxpayers money in the midst of a housing crisis the pristine apartment block has yet to be occupied. Out in Cherrywood just a hop down the M50 theres a similar tale:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T13:00Z 101K followers, 63.8K engagements
"Late release of MI5 Stakeknife files a significant failure - Kenova Report MI5s initial failure to disclose all it knew about the Armys top spy in the Provisional IRA during the Troubles was a significant failure an independent report into the activities of Stakeknife has said. The final report of Operation Kenova said that MI5 had earlier and greater knowledge of Stakeknife than it had at first stated. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #MI5 #Stakeknife #NorthernIreland #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-12-10T09:36Z 97.8K followers, [----] engagements
"'Let them announce it' - Taoiseach Michel Martin on Sinn Fin presidential candidate 'If Sinn Fin have something to announce let them announce it' - Taoiseach Michel Martin reacts to Mary Lou McDonald's comments about her party's potential presidential candidate. #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T20:50Z 95.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Christmas ideas abound as Gifted craft and design fair in full swing In a hall glowing with handmade crafts textiles and silverwork Gifted the Contemporary Craft and Design Fair returned to show that the real magic of gifting still happens face to face. As a first-time visitor to Gifted Hannah Daygo met [--] makers whose creations filled the hall with colour craft and character. Read this story in full - https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/festivals/it-takes-about-two-and-a-half-hours-per-monkey-christmas-ideas-abound-as-gifted-craft-and-design-fair-in-full-swing/a2126938501.html For more"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T11:01Z 97.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Seachtain Naoise Dolan on the flotilla to Gaza"
YouTube Link 2025-09-15T13:50Z 95.6K followers, [----] engagements
"GAA Club Round-Up September 13th & 14th [----] The best moments from some of the biggest club GAA fixtures of the weekend of September 13/14 including action from the Louth Senior Football Championship Kilkenny Senior Hurling Wexford Senior Hurling Kerry Intermediate Football and Cork Premier Senior Football. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/sport/gaelic-games/hurling/watch-mcenaneys-missile-and-ferns-smash-and-grab-five-highlights-from-the-weekends-club-gaa/a1318964599.html #GAA #ClubGAA #Ireland #GaelicFootball#Hurling"
YouTube Link 2025-09-15T13:45Z 95.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Why iconic Dublin decor shop Gerry Keane's is closing its doors For more than half a century Gerry Keanes on Talbot Street has been more than just a wallpaper and dcor shop it has been a fixture of Dublin life. But in January [----] the iconic store will close its doors for the final time. Sarah Burke spoke to Gerry's son and current owner Eamonn on the decision to shut up shop. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/regionals/dublin/dublin-news/one-woman-went-into-labour-in-the-shop-but-still-left-with-her-wallpaper/a437341841.html #Dublin #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-04T14:01Z 97.5K followers, 28.7K engagements
"Is it time for Ronan O'Gara to come home Indo Sport Podcast [----] is a big year for rugby contracts. Andy Farrell Leo Cullen Jacques Nienaber Stuart Lancaster and Ronan O'Gara will all see their current deals expire in [----]. It's also the year Mr O'Gara turns [--]. With an extremely strong coaching CV already is it time for the IRFU to start making moves to bring ROG home Would he need to do an apprenticeship at an Irish province before taking the Ireland job Joe Molloy was joined by Cian Tracey & Eddie O'Sullivan on the @IndoSportPodcast this week to discuss all this and more. Watch this"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T16:00Z 98.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Ellen Walshe and Team Ireland return from European Championships Team Ireland arrived back at Dublin Airport today following a hugely successful European Aquatics Championships in Poland. Three gold medals from Ellen Walshe (200m Butterfly) Daniel Wiffen (1500m Freestyle) and John Shortt (200m Backstroke) plus another silver for Walshe (200m IM) two bronze for Wiffen (400m 800m Freestyle) and a bronze for Evan Bailey (200m Freestyle) meant Ireland finished fifth on the medal table. We spoke to Walshe on her achievements having touched back down on Irish soil. For more visit"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T17:20Z 97.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Judge says Enoch Burke 'has something to hide' in latest ruling A judge has said it is clear from Enoch Burkes refusal to disclose information about his income and expenditure that he has something to hide. Mr Justice Brian Cregan also speculated that the sacked schoolteachers refusal to abide by court orders could be motivated by his familys wish to make money from his campaign. The judge made the comments in a blistering ruling rejecting an application in which Mr Burke sought the deletion of several paragraphs from a recent judgment jailing him for the fourth time for contempt of court."
YouTube Link 2025-12-09T20:20Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Music is in our DNA how Three wants to take music to the next level in Ireland For more visit https://www.independent.ie/"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T05:30Z 95.7K followers, 81.7K engagements
"More than 80pc of the public are concerned about growing geopolitical tensions More than 80pc of the public are concerned about growing geopolitical tensions while a majority are also worried about the rise of misinformation and growing far-right sentiment new research has found. Eight in ten Irish people believe global instability is a concern with research from Dchas finding house prices household bills and health are the top three issues for national concern. Read more -"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T12:46Z 95K followers, [----] engagements
"Questioning Heather Humphreys' canvassing strategy Should Heather Humphreys have canvassed more of the country in this presidential election Has she spent too much time in Dublin and her own constituency Irish Independent Political Reporter Tabitha Monahan discusses with Cnal Thomas on Indo Politics. #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T12:01Z 94.2K followers, [----] engagements
"CAO first round offers - all you need to know Read more: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/education/cao-college-offers-everything-you-need-to-know/a2056470035.html"
YouTube Link 2025-08-27T11:01Z 98.9K followers, [---] engagements
"OPW spends [------] replacing wall around government office The Office of Public Works (OPW) is under fire again after it emerged it spent nearly half-a-million euro on a new wall for a state agency. Opposition TDs voiced their anger after the [------] bill for the wall in Ballsbridge Dublin was made public. The OPW was dubbed the Office of Posh Walls by Aont leader Peadar Toibn as it emerged the average cost for the 70-metre perimeter at Lansdowne House was [----] per metre. The OPW has already faced criticism over the high costs of recent projects including the Leinster House bike shelter at"
YouTube Link 2025-01-29T08:15Z 98.7K followers, [----] engagements
"'It's hard for me to express sympathy for Maduro' - Simon Harris Simon Harris said he would not describe the Trump administrations strikes on Venezuela and the middle-of-the-night capture of its president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores as kidnapping. He said that it was an operation to remove Maduro who he said was not democratically elected and whom the US believed was responsible for narco-terrorism and bringing misery and pain to so many people. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #SimonHarris #DonaldTrump #Maduro #Venezuela #USA #America #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T15:01Z 98.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Caoimhn Kelleher the pride of Ringmahon as club hits the jackpot Its a balmy Thursday evening at Ringmahon Rangers football club as coaches are busy setting up the goalposts for the U-12 match kicking off shortly. After dropping off their young budding footballers parents congregate just outside the red and black-painted clubhouse and begin catching up underneath the hot June sun. Here in the Rebel County theres only one story on everyones lips. Its only a couple of hours since the country discovered that the winning EuroMillions ticket was bought in Cork city with one lucky person in line"
YouTube Link 2025-06-25T08:27Z 99.1K followers, [---] engagements
"New housing plan. Fianna Fil crisis. Catherine Connolly's speech Indo Politics Housing is the main subject of this week's Indo Politics with the government unveiling their new housing plan 'Delivering Homes Building Communities: An Action Plan on Housing Supply and Targeting Homelessness 2025-2030'. Irish Independent Political Journalist Tabitha Monahan and Political Correspondent Cnal Thomas dissect the plan and break down what it actually means to the average person. The continued issues within Fianna Fil are also discussed as well Catherine Connolly's presidential inauguration on speech on"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T12:30Z 96.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Michel Martin defends Fianna Fil's use of Ivan Yates for media training Taoiseach and Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin said he believed there had been a lack of balance candidly and perspective on the issue of Ivan Yates being hired for media training for some party members including presidential candidate Jim Gavin. He said: All political parties use media training from time to time Fianna Fail is no different to any other political party in that respect. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #JimGavin #IvanYates #FiannaFail #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T14:30Z 95.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Jacob Stockdale or Zac Ward to push for a Six Nations spot The Left Wing With Ulster's real return to form being driven by attacking threats such as Jacob Stockdale and Zac Ward could James Lowe's spot on the wing for Ireland be under threat ahead of the upcoming Six Nations Will Slattery was joined by Luke Fitzgerald and Jonathan Bradley on the latest episode of the Left Wing Podcast to discuss. Watch this episode in full on the @IndoSportPodcast channel - https://youtu.be/vA0kAT7jnHM For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #UlsterRugby #IrishRugby #Rugby #JamesLowe #JacobStockdale"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T12:15Z 98.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Angry Bradley takes aim at Heimir as League of Ireland comes back with a bang (and a blackout) Irish Independent soccer writer Aidan Fitzmaurice joined Joe after the League of Irelands opening weekend which saw the lights go out in Tolka Park as over [-----] fans lit up the Aviva for a Dublin derby. We break down Stephen Bradleys comments that took aim at Heimir Hallgrimssons view towards the league assess the Aviva stadium experiment in Bohs big win over Rovers and review Damien Duffs start to a new campaign in a game where his side had to contend with a power cut. Football on Indo Sport is"
YouTube Link 2025-02-17T17:04Z 81.7K followers, [---] engagements
"The Irish court cases that will be making the headlines in [----] The courts system reopens today after the Christmas break with the beginning of the Hilary law term. The past [--] months were very busy in the criminal and civil courts and the signs are this will continue in [----]. Here are some of the cases that will be making headlines over the coming months. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #ConorMcGregor #JohnMagnier #Ireland #IrishNews"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T14:06Z 98.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Garda seek information on getaway car used after fatal Offaly arson attack Garda investigating the double murder arson attack earlier this month in Offaly are appealing for information on a car that was used to leave the scene of the incident. On the evening of Saturday December [--] Tadhg Farrell (4) and his grand-aunt Mary Holt died in the house fire in Edenderry. Tadhgs grandmother Pauline Holt continues to receive treatment in hospital for serious burn injuries. Garda have issued an appeal for any information on a black Kia Rio saloon car with the registration number 08-D-24363. Read this"
YouTube Link 2025-12-30T17:49Z 98.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Howl-o-ween at St Anne's Park for Dogs Aids Spooktacular Dog Walk Dogs Aid held their annual Spooktacular Dog Walk this week in St. Anne's Park in Raheny Dublin. The charity event saw dogs and their humans don fancy dress as they made their way around the park. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Halloween #Dogs #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T09:56Z 95.2K followers, [----] engagements
"President Catherine Connolly puts political leaders on notice We can breathe a little and relax. Beginning her inaugural address at Dublin Castle President Catherine Connolly signalled to her guests in St Patricks Hall that the tense parts of the formalities were over. But as she touched on the themes of housing the financial crash and particularly Irelands neutrality her speech did little to settle the nerves of the political leaders sitting alongside her. For more check out the Irish Independent. #CatherineConnolly #Ireland #IrishPolitics"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T20:59Z 96.2K followers, 30K engagements
"Bits & Bobs: McAtamneys American dream Ironman James McCarthy Mourinho vs the world who is Ol. Indo Sports own Conor McKeon joins Joe Conan & Ronan for this Monday edition of Bits & Bobs as we hail Dublins departing hero James McCarthy. The lads also discuss Jose Mourinho's early meltdown Munster's streaming woes and Shane Brennan brings us up to speed on Irelands newest NFL star Jude McAtamney. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information"
YouTube Link 2024-11-13T17:12Z 94.2K followers, [--] engagements
"Gavin's gaffes. Jim Gavin's campaign struggles this week Will Jim Gavin's presidential campaign be able to bounce back from a tough week that saw three social media posts taken down Irish Independent Political Editor Mary Regan joined Ireland Editor Fionnn Sheahan on this week's Indo Politics to discuss the Race for the ras. #JimGavin #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T18:31Z 95.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Simon Harris launches scathing attack on Donald Trumps Board of Peace Donald Trumps Peace Board has been met with scathing criticism from Tnaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris. Making it clear that the Government would have nothing to do with it Mr Harris said: There are very serious red flags. Anything that Putin is considering joining with the word peace in it doesn't sit well. The cost of a billion dollars to join doesn't sit well. And anything that in any way seeks to undermine replace or usurp the United Nations is not something the Government would support. For more on this story"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T17:05Z 99.2K followers, 10.8K engagements
"The latest on dodgy box crackdowns in Ireland The Big Tech Show Could the dodgy box users finally face fines Why is Ireland looking to copy Italy And will it curb illegal streaming in Ireland Darragh Nolan Multi-Media reporter with the Irish Independent joins Adrian on this weeks episode of The Big Tech Show. Listen to the episode in full here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eeY1L0Nyv2aGRYSOQgdoTsi=xzlQ6obwRDWoz51xFOtORA For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland #DodgyBox #Streaming"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T18:01Z 95.1K followers, [---] engagements
"'They're loaded questions.' - Andy Farrell defends Sam Prendergast Andy Farrell emphatically defended Sam Prendergast when asked about his defensive abilities in Thursday's press conference after naming the Leinster man to start against South Africa. Farrell insisted every player in the squad has 'work-ons' and earlier in the press conference said Prendergast's abilities as an out-half far outweighs any of those work-ons. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SamPrendergast #Springboks #SouthAfrica #LeinsterRugby #MunsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #Rugby"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T10:02Z 98.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Explainer: How is Uisce ireanns 6bn plan to pipe water from the Shannon to Dublin going to work A near 6bn plan to bring water over 170km across three counties to reach Dublin and bring the capitals water supply back from its current knife-edge" will be lodged next week. It will be one of the largest infrastructure projects in the history of the State and a milestone for future housing delivery according to Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers. Over [---] documents will be submitted to An Coimisin Pleanla next week with Uisce ireann hoping the project will commence construction in [----] and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T17:15Z 97.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Over [---] sit-down dinners and [----] delivered meals [---] years feeding those in need at Christmas Families and children were among more than [---] people facing a challenging Christmas who made their way to the RDS today for a seasonal dinner. In a tradition that dates back [---] years the Knights of St Columbanus hosted the event with the first arrivals coming through the doors at 11am. As well as a hot three-course meal there were toys for the children entertainment and live music to bring some warmth and cheer. Everyone sat down to a dinner of cream of vegetable soup stuffed turkey with glazed"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T09:01Z 98.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Santa Claus' Christmas Eve message to Irish children Santa Claus sat down with the Irish Independent to share an important message with the children of Ireland as the big countdown begins. Visiting some of his elves in Jervis Shopping Centre Santa was eager to pass on some good news. He said: I'm very pleased to tell you and congratulations you are all on my good list. So I make you all a promise. I'll bring you whatever I can for Christmas but stay on the good list." For more visit https://www.independent.ie/ #SantaClaus #Christmas #Santa #IrishChristmas #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-12-24T10:15Z 98.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Housing targets scrapped in new plan to tackle crisis The Government is to ditch its annual housing targets in an admission that a slowdown in construction means current projections on building homes will not be met. There will be no annual benchmarks outlined in the Coalitions long-awaited housing plan Delivering Homes Building Communities which will be published today. Taoiseach Michel Martin has promised the plan will amount to the biggest-ever investment in housing and will succeed where others have failed. For more check out the Irish Independent. #Housing #IrishPolitics #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T10:30Z 96K followers, [----] engagements
"Have Fine Gael left it too late to go on the attack The Indo Daily With just days remaining in the presidential election race have Fine Gael left it too late to go on the offensive against Catherine Connolly And is Connolly 'teflon' enough to bat off any major questions on her character Fionnn Sheahan Tabitha Monahan and John Downing discussed this and more on the latest episode of The Indo Daily podcast. Listen to the episode in full - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7aSbwox5EKQD5sRpuWJBinsi=tFJkkR29THS_lWFqvX9UHg #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T05:01Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Broadband provider announces five year price freeze Broadband provider Imagine is implementing a five-year price freeze at a time when its rivals are pushing up their customer charges every year. The broadband provider said the move will save its customers thousands of euro a year. Imagine said prices would not change on all of its fibre broadband plans from now until [----]. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland #Finance #Money"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T11:09Z 95.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Could bird flu outbreak mean smaller turkeys this Christmas Turkeys this Christmas could be smaller after a second case of avian flu was confirmed yesterday in an Irish flock. It is still unclear what impact the outbreaks at farms in Co Meath and Co Carlow might have on turkey prices but further cases could lead to a reduction in supply. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Farming #Christmas #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T12:26Z 98.5K followers, [---] engagements
"What are the signs and symptoms of a heart attack Professor Robert Byrne is director of cardiology at the Mater Private Network Professor of Cardiovascular Research at RCSI and one of Irelands leading cardiologists joins Karl Henry on this week of the Real Health podcast.Here Robert discusses the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and what you can do to improve hearth health. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #HeartHealth #Health #Cardiology #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T14:15Z 97.1K followers, 22.8K engagements
"Irish people tip better than Americans in restaurants in Ireland Chef JP McMahon on Money Talks"
YouTube Link 2025-09-17T21:31Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Kimmage: A journey inside the toxic world of Irish rowing and the true cost of Olympic medals It started with an email on a Tuesday evening in February [----]. The timing wasnt great. I was severely jet-lagged from a two-week trip to Los Angeles and about to have surgery on my hand but the woman was compelling. I would like to speak to you she said. You will be aware of my sons. It was a five-hour drive to Lisheen. Trish ODonovan was sitting in her kitchen with her husband Mick. I had only ever seen her smiling before in photographs or on TV but her face was strained and soon her voice"
YouTube Link 2025-11-09T08:37Z 95.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Justice Minister clarifies former Garda Commissioner's renumeration package On Thursday Justice Minister Jim OCallaghan apologised to former Labour Party leader Alan Kelly for an incomplete answer in response to questions asked about former Garda Commissioner Drew Harris's remuneration package. #Garda #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T12:48Z 97.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What the hell is Web [--] anyway Alex Tapscott who has just written a book on the top peels back the layers of Web [--] jargon to explain what works and whats hype"
YouTube Link 2023-11-02T11:59Z 94.9K followers, 14.2K engagements
"Clinton's controversial visit north For more visit https://www.independent.ie/"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T13:32Z 97.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Dan Sheehan Jordi Murphy and Calvin Nash on their time in the Ireland U20s team #Sponsored"
YouTube Link 2025-02-20T09:54Z 81.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Shock as motor and home insurer says it is to cease trading People insured though a company called Footprint Underwriting have been assured they will remain on cover after the company told brokers it is to cease trading. Footprint Underwriting is an underwriting agent based in Sandyford Dublin. It essentially distributes policies for insurance companies. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #Insurance #Ireland #IrishNews"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T20:50Z 98.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Does Billy Kelleher think he would have beat Catherine Connolly Indo Politics Speaking to Irish Independent Political Editor Mary Regan MEP Billy Kelleher answers the question on whether he feels he could have beat Catherine Connolly in the Irish presidential election. Former Cork TD Kelleher controversially missed out on the Fianna Fil nomination to Jim Gavin who withdrew from the campaign just weeks later. Kelleher spoke to Regan at the European Parliament in Strasbourg for a special edition of Indo Politics. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T16:01Z 98.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Heather Humphreys calls defamation case by Paul Murphy a stunt Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys says she will fight the defamation action being taken against her by People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy describing it as a stunt. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/presidential-election/i-will-defend-myself-absolutely-heather-humphreys-vows-to-fight-defamation-stunt-by-td-paul-murphy/a597567826.html #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-19T11:40Z 94.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Mary Lou McDonald highlights "childcare crisis" in Dil Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald took aim at the government for "unaffordable" fees and lengthy waiting lists for childcare in Ireland. Speaking to Taoiseach Michel Martin during Leaders' Questions McDonald stated that the Fianna Fil and Fine Gael "hasn't shown ambition vision or urgency" to fix what she called a "crisis" in childcare. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Ireland #IrishNews #IrishPolitics #SinnFin #FiannaFil #FineGael"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T16:00Z 99.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Will Harry Byrne get the nod in Paris Indo Sport The Irish and French squads for the Guinness Men's Six Nations were both announced this week with it being just two weeks away from that opening night clash in Paris. Joe Molloy was joined by Cian Tracey on the @IndoSportPodcast to dissect Andy Farrell's Ireland squad that features a couple of fresh faces as well as Fabien Galthi's French panel that has drawn plenty of talking points. In this clip Joe & Cian discuss Harry Byrne's recall and whether he could seize the [--] jersey from Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley for that opener in France."
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T18:15Z 99.2K followers, [----] engagements
"'Get uncomfortable with it' - Cian Carolan on the best way to look at your finances Money Talks Its that time of year again in that its time for a brand-new year and all the guaranteed positive life changes that will definitely come with it. Even if you dont believe in the concept of calendar-bound resolutions its human nature to try and get our house in order. So what does that mean for your bank balance When is the best time to start properly looking at your finances And are fewer takeaway coffees really the answer Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Cian Carolan For more visit"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T08:00Z 100K followers, [----] engagements
"Ryan Tubridy announces Virgin Radio exit and confirms number of new roles Ryan Tubridy has announced his departure from Virgin Radio UK. Speaking during the last broadcast of The Ryan Tubridy Show on Virgin Radio he said: I will be on the move I am moving away to different pastures you will have a new host and youll be in safe hands. My new opportunities allow me to be home more which I was angling for and am so happy it was able to be made possible. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent website. #RyanTubridy #RT #VirginRadioUK #Dublin #Ireland #IrishMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T16:06Z 98.2K followers, 17.8K engagements
"The murder of 4-year-old Mason O'Connell Conway The Indo Daily News reports about the murder of four-year-old Mason OConnell-Conway by his stepmother Tegan McGhee have made for disturbing reading. McGhee (32) was handed a mandatory life sentence on Wednesday for killing Mason who was found critically injured on his bedroom floor and died in hospital three days later. Catherine Fegan and Eoin Reynolds joined Fionnn Sheahan on The Indo Daily this week to discuss the tragic story of Mason O'Connell-Conway and ask what this case tells us about protecting children who cannot protect themselves. In"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T11:30Z 98.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Kelly Lynchs death. Why a former PSNI detective wants a murder investigation The Indo Daily On St Patricks Day [----] while families across the country celebrated garda made a grim discovery the body of a young woman in a canal just outside Monaghan town. She was 23-year-old Kelly Marie Lynch. Kellys death was first rumoured as a suicide then later described as a tragic accident. But from the very beginning her family were adamant Kelly did not take her own life and she did not fall into that canal. Now new and disturbing doubts are being raised. A former PSNI detective who investigated a"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T21:01Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Brian ODriscolls speech interrupted by protesters at tech event linked to Israeli military A keynote speech by Ireland rugby legend Brian ODriscoll at a cyber defence summit was interrupted yesterday by pro-Palestine protesters due to the events links to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). Mr ODriscoll was speaking at the Cyber Leader Summit [----] in the Westbury Hotel in Dublin. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/shame-on-you-brian-odriscolls-speech-interrupted-by-protesters-at-tech-event-linked-to-israeli-military/a570159584.html"
YouTube Link 2025-10-17T16:31Z 94.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Day [--] of our look at the [----] State Papers Irish State Papers are released each year and offer a glimpse into more recent history. This year journalist Ralph Riegel hit the archives and has gathered stories which we will publish across four days. Here is a list of the stories from the Irish Independent State Papers Day Two. Garret FitzGerald was told more British troops in the North would dramatically increase nationalist alienation Secret papers reveal fears over penalties for Irish women seeking abortions abroad in wake of X Case Government was concerned over attack on Jewish cemetery in"
YouTube Link 2025-12-28T07:36Z 98.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Irish Government at one on joining Donald Trumps Board of Peace The Irish Government is at one on the issue of whether the country should join Donald Trumps so-called Board of Peace Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee has said. She said the Government has asked for clarification on whether the groups remit could focus solely on Gaza. The board approved by the UN in November had expected to be a small group of figures overseeing the ceasefire in the Middle East but it appears to have evolved into a wider organisation. At a signing event held at Davos on Thursday the US president said the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T15:28Z 99.2K followers, [----] engagements
"'I thought we were done with moral victories in Irish rugby.' The Irish Independent's Chief Rugby Correspondent Raidhr O'Connor on Ireland's performance in Saturday's bruising defeat to South Africa in Dublin. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishRugby #SouthAfrica #Springboks #LeinsterRugby #UlsterRugby #ConnachtRugby #MunsterRugby #Rugby #AndyFarrell"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T16:30Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements
"'Expect the unexpected.' Jennifer Zamparelli on new podcast Jennifer Zamparelli is the host of 'Just Between Us' the Irish Independent's brand new sex & relationship podcast. Here the broadcaster tells us what to expect and why she was so excited to be involved in the podcast. Check out the first episode here on the Irish swinging scene - https://www.youtube.com/watchv=BUVrOgSZFKc&t=9s For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Sex #Relationships #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T10:01Z 95.8K followers, [---] engagements
"'It's as if [----] doesn't exist' - IFAC's warning to government Indo Politics The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council (IFAC) warning to government this week that they were 'budgeting like there's no tomorrow' created headlines on what was Simon Harris' first full week as the new Minister for Finance. Tabitha Monahan and Cnal Thomas discussed the story on the latest episode of Indo Politics. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #IrishPolitics #Ireland #IrishNews"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T19:01Z 97.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Cian McPhillips on qualifying for 800m World Championship final with new Irish record. #Athletics Suddenly the game has changed for Cian McPhillips who will leave the World Championships in Tokyo a very different athlete to the one who came here. Now the 23-year-old Longford athlete is a world finalist. Now the UCD student has shown he can beat a world champion. Now hes the fastest Irish 800m athlete of all time. Read more -"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T19:33Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Enoch Burke at Wilson's Hospital on day he is due in High Court A judge has ordered the arrest of anti-transgender schoolteacher Enoch Burke for again breaching an injunction restraining him from going to Wilsons Hospital School. Mr Justice Brian Cregan today made an order for the immediate arrest of Mr Burke by garda and for him to be brought before the High Court on Monday morning for a committal hearing. The order for the teachers arrest was made after he failed to attend in court for the hearing of an attachment and committal application brought by the schools board of management. Mr"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T19:42Z 98.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Leinster's ferocious defence game management issues and Munster's comeback The Left Wing Luke and Will are joined by Jonathan Bradley of BBC Northern Ireland to break down a thrilling weekend of Champions Cup action. The panel start by looking back on Leinster's dramatic win in La Rochelle before moving on to Munster's vital victory over Saracens at Thomond Park. Ulster's collapse against Leicester and Connacht's Challenge Cup ambitions are up for discussion too"
YouTube Link 2025-01-14T16:41Z 83.3K followers, [----] engagements
""Limited scope" for tax cuts in Budget [----] warns Minister Jack Chambers. #Ireland #Budget2026 Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers said that Budget [----] will see a firm focus on investment in housing and infrastructure as he warned he could not put a figure on precisely how much working families will benefit in cash terms from proposed tax changes. Read more - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/minister-jack-chambers-warns-budget-will-have-limited-room-for-tax-cuts-with-priority-on-housing/a1260431878.html"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T08:45Z 95.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Jacques Nienaber's comments on the Springboks and his future The Left Wing As if the Ireland v South Africa rivalry didn't need any more angles. Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber seemed to provide another when he gave an interesting in-depth interview to SuperSport in the week leading up to the Springboks victory at the Aviva Stadium recently. Speaking to the South African broadcaster the World Cup winning coach said he 'missed the Springboks' and discussed his contract length with Leinster which ends at the end of [----] domestic season. Former Ireland international Luke Fitzgerald and BBC"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T12:31Z 97.5K followers, [----] engagements
"DJ Carey: From the glory of Croke Park to the gloom of Mountjoy Prison Seachtain Bh cl agus cil ar DJ Carey mar dhuine de na himreoir iomnaochta is fearr a chonaic an tr seo riamh. Le linn na 90id agus ag ts na mlaoise ba laoch n amhain i gCill Chainnigh ach i measc chosmhuintir na tre ar fad. Bh saol an mhadra bhin aige fin agus a phirt Sarah Newman le linn r an Togair Ceiltigh bh tithe acu in iteanna ar leith sa tr agus ba mhinic iad ag dul ar saoire thar lear. Mar sin de c huair a chuaigh ruda ar strae do DJ __________ DJ Carey was renowned as one of the greatest hurlers this country has"
YouTube Link 2025-11-17T13:08Z 96.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Joyous scenes in Dublin Airport as people arrive home for Christmas The race against time is well and truly under way for those who hope to be home for Christmas. Family members in Terminal [--] in Dublin Airport welcomed home their loved ones yesterday to the sound of Christmas classics played by Irish band Keywest. Live music face painting elves and even Santa himself were all on site for an afternoon of reunions with flights touching down from all across the world. For more visit the Irish Independent website. #Christmas #DublinAirport #Ireland #HomeForChristmas"
YouTube Link 2025-12-23T19:30Z 98.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Connolly cruising. Can the left really unite Indo Politics This week's episode of Indo Politics comes a day early with polling day taking place on Friday. Irish Independent Political Reporter Tabitha Monahan is joined by Political Editor Mary Regan to discuss the final few days of the presidential election and why Heather Humphreys and Fine Gael have not been able to stop Catherine Connolly's momentum in the ras race. Following the left-alliance for Catherine Connolly's campaign Tabitha and Mary also discuss the future of the left parties in Ireland and what it could mean for the likes of"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T11:00Z 97.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Subscribe for unlimited access independent.ie Independent journalism is a lot more than reporting the news. Its getting to the heart of the story and it takes time effort and passion. Thats what makes real stories worth paying for"
YouTube Link 2020-05-20T16:26Z 95K followers, 1.2M engagements
"Joyous Irish football fans return home from Hungary The smiles were still very much on the faces of Irish footballs coming through the Arrivals hall at Dublin Airport today having flown back from Budapest. Some of those lucky enough to be in the Pusks Arna to witness Troy Parrott's hat-trick in Ireland's 3-2 win over Hungary spoke to the Irish Independent's Deirdre Barry. Two fans even showed off their fresh ink in tribute to the country's new national hero. Read more -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-17T19:00Z 96.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Are Sinn Fin more like Fianna Fil than the left parties Indo Politics It was a turbulent week inside Leinster House so plenty to discuss on this week's Indo Politics. Host Tabitha Monahan and Political Editor Mary Regan discuss the long-awaited Fianna Fil presidential review which we should see next week at last. Also next week Ruth Coppinger's proposed bill to ban fox hunting is set to be debated in the Dil. Sinn Fin controversially voted against first-stage planning of the bill earlier this year which leads to a discussion are Sinn Fin now more aligned with Fianna Fil than the parties of"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T16:06Z 97.9K followers, [----] engagements
"'Let's hope Arsenal sh*t their keks again' - John Aldridge Could the pressure of leading the Premier League get to Mikel Arteta's Arsenal That's the hope of former Liverpool and Republic of Ireland striker John Aldridge who says he can't see Arsenal losing their lead at the top but that 'things happen' in football. Aldo was speaking to Kevin Palmer on the latest episode of The Verdict. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LFC #Liverpool #Arsenal #LiverpoolFC #MikelArteta #PremierLeague #UCL #ChampionsLeague #Football"
YouTube Link 2025-11-05T20:00Z 95.6K followers, [---] engagements
"First Asia portal connects Philippines and Ireland Mabuhay Tagalog for Welcome echoed through North Earl Street as Dublins Filipino community crowded around the citys Portal waving the Filipino flags at the glowing circular screen. Among them was Mara Merza who has lived in Ireland for four years. Holding up her phone she connects with her sister through Facebook Messenger then excitedly points to the live feed. Thats my sister waving the one wearing the maroon shirt Mara says smiling. Her sister works just one street away from the newly opened Portal in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Manila."
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T18:00Z 99.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Clutter isnt just untidy it impacts stress focus and daily life Real Health Ann Teehan professional organiser and founder of Neatly.ie joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #Fitness #Gym"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T14:30Z 95.2K followers, 25.6K engagements
"Will Skelton on Ronan O'Gara's impact on his career #Lions Australia and La Rochelle lock Will Skelton speaking about the impact coach Ronan O'Gara has had on his career"
YouTube Link 2025-07-14T12:01Z 98.5K followers, 88.4K engagements
"'David Bowie said Oh hello Howard Howard Jones on Live Aid 80s' music hero and electronic music pioneer Howard Jones speaks to the Irish Independent's John Meagher on his memories of Live Aid [--] years on from the iconic concert. Jones in Dublin to visit the Live Aid Exhibition at the National Photographic Archive in Temple Bar speaks fondly of meeting Princess Diana David Bowie and others on that summer day in Wembley. He also touches on the strong Irish connection with Live Aid through Bob Geldof U2 and others. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #LiveAid #HowardJones #BobGeldof #U2"
YouTube Link 2025-11-30T12:31Z 97.2K followers, [---] engagements
""Pubic hair is the first defence against STIs" - Laura Dowling on Just Between Us For more visit https://www.independent.ie/"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T11:06Z 97.3K followers, [---] engagements
"The glamour glitz and glory of the Irish Dancing World Championships returns to Dublin At first glance it looked like a living-doll factory. The Irish dancers standing on the escalators that snake up the inside of the Convention Centre Dublin seemed almost like figurines on a production line. The statuesque wigs heaped on top of their heads the uniform glamour of their stage make-up the astounding sparkle of their rhinestoned dresses. And of course their poker-straight comportment. Those perfectionist aesthetics of Irish dancing meant the competitors on the escalators looked more like"
YouTube Link 2025-04-19T10:20Z 96K followers, [----] engagements
"Catherine Connolly has announced she is running to be Ireland's next president. But who is she Presidential candidate has strong opposition support for her outspoken stances but questions remain about her judgment and the company she has kept. Read more: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/politics/who-is-catherine-connolly-how-her-record-on-syria-gemma-odoherty-and-nato-may-scupper-the-progressive-lefts-only-hope-for-the-aras/a718621781.html"
YouTube Link 2025-07-20T09:47Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements
"We try Dublin's new pop-up selling misplaced packages Dublin has a new pop-up shop selling lost and misplaced packages and while the contents can be anything my visit proved that it really is a gamble and one that might not pay off. Our reporter Sarah Burke took a trip to The Square Tallaght where King Colis a French start-up is selling lost parcels with mystery contents. The concept has drawn huge crowds across Europe because some shoppers abroad have found everything from collectable gold bars to rare Pokmon cards worth up to [----]. Here's how Sarah got on. Read the full story -"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T18:31Z 98.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Thousands of carers left facing Revenue tax bills going back years Thousands of family carers are being hit with tax bills going back years after Revenue got access to data on their payments. One man in his 80s who cares for his ill wife expects a bill for [----] in tax back-payments for the past three years. It comes after the Department of Social Protection started sharing data files on those receiving Carers Allowance and Carers Benefit payments with the Revenue Commissioners. For more on this story and more visit the Irish Independent website. #CarersAllowance #Ireland #IrishNews"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T10:13Z 99.1K followers, [----] engagements
"DJ Carey. Fall of an idol Seachtain Bh cl agus cil ar DJ Carey mar dhuine de na himreoir iomnaochta is fearr a chonaic an tr seo riamh. Le linn na 90id agus ag ts na mlaoise ba laoch n amhain i gCill Chainnigh ach i measc chosmhuintir na tre ar fad. Bh saol an mhadra bhin aige fin agus a phirt Sarah Newman le linn r an Togair Ceiltigh bh tithe acu in iteanna ar leith sa tr agus ba mhinic iad ag dul ar saoire thar lear. Mar sin de c huair a chuaigh ruda ar strae do DJ __________ DJ Carey was renowned as one of the greatest hurlers this country has ever seen. During the 90s and early 2000s he"
YouTube Link 2025-11-17T13:14Z 96.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Real Health: Life lessons and making Irish cool with Minteoir Mollie Why is speaking Irish suddenly everywhere From Kneecap to Irish language films to people reembracing their linguistic heritage. Gaeilge is back on the countrys lips. Mollie Guidera aka Minteoir Mollie joins Karl Henry on the Real Health podcast this week. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle"
YouTube Link 2024-08-08T08:51Z 99.2K followers, 21.3K engagements
"EU Commissioner commends Ireland's migration and asylum systems European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Marcus Brunner hailed Citywest as a 'best practice' example for International Protection applicants. Speaking at a joint press conference with Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan Brunner also said Ireland is 'very well' placed to adopt the Migration and Asylum Pact. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #Citywest #Migration #Asylum #Ireland #EU"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T19:11Z 96.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Aont fires youth leader and five others over racist Whatsapp group Aont has sacked the leader of its youth wing and dismissed five other members after it learnt of the existence of secret WhatsApp groups where some gra Aont members posted racist and antisemitic comments. The Sunday Independent has seen a collection of the inflammatory posts that led Aont to dismiss six members of its youth wing from the party while three others remain suspended pending further investigation. Mark Tighe has the story read here -"
YouTube Link 2025-10-26T15:01Z 95.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Real Health: The Truth About Love and How It Can Improve Your Life Love can be complicated; it can be hard work but it can also be amazing and life changing too. Weve all heard the idea that if we wait just long enough and look hard enough well find the right person for us. But is love something we need to actively seek out And do we really understand the meaning of what love is and what it looks like Well today Im joined by author and meditation teacher Conor Creighton to talk to us about love and how many of us dont fully understand the power it can have. His new book The Truth about love"
YouTube Link 2022-06-30T04:00Z 96.5K followers, 11K engagements
"Top-5 Home Hayfever Remedies Top-5 Home Hayfever Remedies"
YouTube Link 2021-06-30T14:39Z 96.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Two dead and several injured in multi-vehicle crash in Co Meath Two people have died following a serious multi-vehicle crash in Co Meath this morning. The collision involving a lorry a bus and a car occurred on the R132 in Gormanstown at around 6.30am. The driver of the lorry aged in his 40s and the driver of the bus aged in his 50s were pronounced dead at the scene garda confirmed. The driver of the car aged in her 40s was brought to Beaumont Hospital for treatment for serious injuries. For more on this story visit the Irish Independent. #Meath #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T12:07Z 96.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Thirsty passing a lot of water and weight loss: the signs and symptoms of diabetes Real Health Dr Sen Maher specialist registrar in endocrinology and diabetes joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T13:02Z 95K followers, 11.9K engagements
"Richard Quirke - the reclusive entertainment icon who left a 54m empire Garda casino tycoon and transcendental meditation pioneer: The life and good times of Richard Quirke. Dr Quirkeys Good Time Emporium was a Dublin institution and its owners legacy lives on. Heres how a Tipperary man with modest roots became a multimillionaire in the notoriously tough gambling business. Read this story in full - https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/garda-casino-tycoon-and-transcendental-meditation-pioneer-the-life-and-good-times-of-richard-quirke/a1635134011.html For more visit"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T15:14Z 97.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Lions emergencypod The Owen Farrell bombshell& what comes next The Left Wing Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Sydney to react to Owen Farrell's shock call-up to the squad. While we were all sleeping in Ireland news emerged that the English veteran has been added to Andy Farrell's touring party. Will and Ruaidhri debate whether the selection was justified what impact Farrell might have on the tour and when he will make his tour debut"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T14:45Z 95.5K followers, [----] engagements
""He'd know where his communion money was" - Nicola Tallant on financial highs and lows of criminals Nicola Tallant sits down with Katie Byrne in studio for this week's episode of Money Talks. In a varied discussion the host of Crime World spoke about the spending habits of some of Ireland's most notorious criminals how her own life has changed as her career progresses and what's next. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T06:30Z 97K followers, [----] engagements
"Is there ever such a thing as a clean election Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan discuss some of the 'dirty tactics' used in this presidential election which winds down tonight ahead of polling day on Friday. #HeatherHumphreys #CatherineConnolly #Ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T19:01Z 94.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ruth Coppinger calls on government to support taxi drivers against Uber Multiple go-slow protests by taxi drivers have taken place across Ireland in the last couple of weeks against the introduction of a 'fixed-fare' model from Uber. Ruth Coppinger raised the subject today in the Dil during Leaders' Questions and called on the government to support the traditional taxi industry. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #TaxiProtest #Uber #Ireland #Dublin"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T17:15Z 97.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Youre not lazy youre overwhelmed - When to workout with Karl Henry Real Health Producer JJ Clarke joins me on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #Fitness #Gym"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T14:15Z 96.2K followers, 17.3K engagements
"Race for the ras: If Jim Gavin runs I think he would win Read more: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/fianna-fail-mep-billy-kelleher-refuses-to-rule-out-aras-run-as-former-dublin-manager-jim-gavin-has-taoiseachs-backing/a1064620449.html"
YouTube Link 2025-08-26T11:57Z 98.4K followers, [----] engagements
"New national velodrome & badminton centre to cost 100m The National Velodrome and Badminton Centre is set to cost almost 100m. Today Sports Minister Patrick ODonovan will bring the estimated budget of 99.6m for the development of the sports centre to the Cabinet for approval. The centre will be Irelands first-ever indoor cycling track developed at the National Sports Campus at Abbotstown in Dublin. It will contain a 250-metre cycling track and up to [--] badminton courts spectator seating and other facilities. Read more:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-03T08:30Z 96K followers, [---] engagements
"The timeline of Jim Gavin's withdrawal and what it means for the ras race Indo Politics Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the Irish presidential election late on Sunday October [--] sent shockwaves right across the country. The Fianna Fil candidate had another difficult weekend following Fionnn Sheahan's story in the Irish Independent on Saturday of a rent dispute facing Gavin of a property he previously owned in Dublin. Irish Independent Political Reporter Tabitha Monahan is joined by Fionnn and Political Correspondent John Downing to discuss the timeline of events that led to Gavin's withdrawal and"
YouTube Link 2025-10-06T13:40Z 98.7K followers, 64K engagements
"Why weights are the silver bullet to ageing well with Clare Johnston Real Health Clare Johnston journalist and creator of the Rebuilding Mum and Dad series on the Honest Channel on YouTube joins Karl Henry on this weeks episode of The Real Health podcast. Real Health in association with Activia. Activia contains calcium which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Enjoy as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. #Health #Fitness #Gym"
YouTube Link 2025-11-20T14:15Z 96.5K followers, 22.5K engagements
"Mary Lou McDonald hits out at government for rise in household bills Sinn Fin leader Mary Lou McDonald hit out at the government yet again today for the rise in household energy bills during. Speaking during Leaders' Questions McDonald asked Taoiseach Michel Martin 'will you intervene as head of government to put a stop to this increase'. The Dublin Central TD labelled the Taoiseach 'a disgrace' during his response in the Dil. For more on this story and more visit https://www.independent.ie/. #SinnFin #FiannaFil #MaryLouMcDonald #Ireland #MichelMartin #IrishNews #IrishPolitics"
YouTube Link 2025-12-16T22:38Z 98K followers, 11.9K engagements
"Penetration pubes & pleasure - Laura Dowling joins Jennifer Zamparelli to talk truths never told 'The Fabulous Pharmacist' Laura Dowling joins Jennifer Zamparelli on this week's episode of Just Between Us and they discuss how penetrative sex is not the only sex the anatomy of a woman's body and the helpful tools for health and pleasure. For more visit https://www.independent.ie/"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T13:06Z 97K followers, [----] engagements
"Cricket Ireland Breaking Boundaries - Orla Prendergast Orla shares her past present and future cricket journey ahead of the qualifier for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup [----] in Bangladesh. #cricket #sports #womenssports #t20"
YouTube Link 2024-01-31T06:00Z 94.6K followers, 12.1K engagements
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