#  @rtenews RTÉ News RTÉ News posts on YouTube about ireland, dublin, donald trump, all the the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [----] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UC8urSFTmQDxaPDEIZ2Fd63Q/interactions)  ### Mentions: [---] [#](/creator/youtube::UC8urSFTmQDxaPDEIZ2Fd63Q/posts_active)  ### Followers: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UC8urSFTmQDxaPDEIZ2Fd63Q/followers)  ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UC8urSFTmQDxaPDEIZ2Fd63Q/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [finance](/list/finance) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [stocks](/list/stocks) [musicians](/list/musicians) [currencies](/list/currencies) [us election](/list/us-election) **Social topic influence** [ireland](/topic/ireland) #117, [dublin](/topic/dublin) #89, [donald trump](/topic/donald-trump) #6983, [all the](/topic/all-the) #628, [twitter](/topic/twitter), [facebook](/topic/facebook), [has been](/topic/has-been), [israel](/topic/israel) #3091, [ukraine](/topic/ukraine) #3336, [the latest](/topic/the-latest) #100 **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@rtenewsnow](/creator/undefined) [@farmerphil3690](/creator/undefined) [@rhasidatadelekeinstagram](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Older people share what love means to them #ValentinesDay It's Valentine's Day - a day for celebrating love. But what does love mean to you At a Valentine-themed Friends of the Elderly social club meeting in Dublin we spoke to attendees about how they define love and what advice they would pass onto younger generations. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE RT News RTE News RT Irish news Ireland news news breaking news news update current affairs RT Television RT journalism" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8kD0oDGxe0I) 2026-02-14T08:00Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Ryanair pays staff for identifying oversized cabin bags Ryanair CEO Michael OLeary has said the airline is considering increasing commission paid to staff for every oversized cabin bag they identify. Mr OLeary confirmed that Ryanair employees are paid around [----] for identifying oversized cabin bags. #rtenews #ryanair #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hhdVMmAEG2M) 2025-07-21T12:43Z 209K followers, 107.8K engagements "Jon Stewart mocks Trump in Daily Show reaction to Jimmy Kimmel suspension Jon Stewart mocked US President Donald Trump as he returned to the presenting desk of Comedy Centrals The Daily Show last night a day after the suspension of talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel from the airwaves. Against a gold-encrusted background Stewart introduced himself as the host of the administration-compliant show. He was joined by correspondents Ronny Chieng Josh Johnson Jordan Klepper Michael Kosta Desi Lydic Troy Iwata and Grace Kuhlenschmidt. They were filmed in a separate location answering questions thrown to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3QnfmEHmzsA) 2025-09-19T10:27Z 209K followers, 1.7M engagements "Garda start new search for Deirdre Jacob and Jo Jo Dullard RT News A search is under way at a Co Wicklow quarry as part of the investigation into the disappearance and murders of Deirdre Jacob and Jo Jo Dullard in the 1990s. Garda are searching open ground at the location near the Wicklow/Kildare border. The land will be subject to excavation and technical and forensic examinations over the coming days. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Deirdre Jacob Jo Jo Dullard Missing person" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NmPZXlmEcQs) 2026-02-16T21:45Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Carney says Canada mourns those killed in mass shooting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the entire country is in mourning after a mass shooting in British Columbia. Nine people have been killed including seven people who were shot dead at a secondary school and [--] injured in the shooting. The killings occurred in the remote western town of Tumbler Ridge in the foothills of the Rockies. #canada #markcarney" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h4sC8fBsldc) 2026-02-11T16:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Gaza aid flotilla activists detained in Israel Over [---] activists from the Gaza aid flotilla who were intercepted by Israeli authorities have been detained in Israel. It is understood that at least [--] Irish citizens were among those detained. The Irish detainees were first held at Ashdod port for several hours before being brought to Ktziot prison in the Negev desert near the border with Egypt. Around half of the detainees have agreed to a voluntary deportation order while the other half have said they will not agree to sign those forms. #rtenews #gaza #israel #flotilla" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nmcv3Y0FboU) 2025-10-03T18:20Z 209K followers, 13K engagements "Council to query timelines of Dublin weather warnings Dublin City Council has said a full review is under way into flooding in the capital overnight which will look at the timing of weather forecasts. The heavy downpours combined with already saturated grounds caused a number of flooding incidents across north Dublin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0ce5HtluHD8) 2026-02-13T18:58Z 209K followers, 41.3K engagements "Jimmy Kimmel show suspended after Charlie Kirk comments ABC has pulled late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off air over comments he made about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. "Jimmy Kimmel Live will be pre-empted indefinitely" a spokesperson for the Disney-owned network said in a statement. Earlier this week the host said during his show that the "Maga gang" was trying to score political points off Mr Kirk's killing. Celebrating the ABC announcement President Donald Trump said it was "great news for America". For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=68qMX7OfXuw) 2025-09-18T10:38Z 209K followers, 436K engagements "Israels Ben Gvir calls Gaza flotilla activists supporters of the killers Israels far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has visited the Gaza aid flotilla activists calling them supporters of the killers. In a video published online Ben-Gvir confronted the activists and went inside one of the boats claiming that they were not carrying humanitarian aid. Israels interception of the Gaza flotilla has sparked widespread international condemnation and protests around the world. #rtenews #gaza #israel #flotilla" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FxQhaQ5XloU) 2025-10-03T15:52Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "'It's an act of piracy' - Irish activist on Gaza aid flotilla slams drones targeting boats An Irish activist who is part of the Gaza aid flotilla has said drones targeting their boats are an attempt to harass and intimidate them from trying to break Israel's blockade of the besieged Palestinian territory. Speaking on RT's News at One activist Sarah Clancy from Galway said nine or ten boats in the flotilla were hit by projectiles that emitted smoke dropped from the drones. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Hmk83xc2Eg8) 2025-09-24T20:22Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Trump ends immigration crackdown in Minnesota President Donald Trump's border czar has announced the end of aggressive immigration operations in Minnesota that triggered large protests and nationwide outrage following the killing of two US citizens. Thousands of federal agents including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have in recent weeks conducted sweeping raids and arrests in what the administration claims are targeted missions against criminals. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IPFZLxtNAFA) 2026-02-12T20:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Ruth Negga and Rhiannon Giddens awarded honorary doctorates by University of Limerick Oscar nominated actress Ruth Negga and Grammy winning folk-musician Rhiannon Giddens have both been awarded honorary doctorates by the University of Limerick. Negga a native of Limerick shot to fame in the series Love/Hate while US-born Giddens has been living in the Treaty City for the past four years. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Ruth Negga Rhiannon Giddens Doctorate Limerick Actor Music" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aLDCAa1kxx4) 2026-02-16T21:23Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "#Pinemartens and #redsquirrels on the rise in Ireland #RTENews A new camera trap study has captured over half a million images of wildlife revealing the spread of invasive Sika deer and an encouraging rise in native red squirrels and pine martens. From Wild Nephin to Wicklow [---] remote cameras took a rare look at animals usually hidden from sight. Researchers say the findings will help shape conservation deer management and habitat protection across Ireland. #ireland #wildlife #biodiversity #redsquirrel #pinemarten News RTE RT News RTE News RT Irish news Ireland news news breaking news news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i7ICzi2xMfc) 2026-02-17T09:29Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "'This is a real honour' - Jessie Buckley wins Golden Globe award Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at the Golden Globes for her performance in Hamnet on a night when the historical drama also won the coveted Best Picture award. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l3nLGaTVbic) 2026-01-12T20:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "The unveiling of Opus Dei Upfront with Katie Hannon The Financial Times recently ran an extraordinary story about what life was like inside the secretive Catholic organisation Opus Dei for its lowest status members who are known as assistant numeraries. Margaret Joyce is from a family of [--] who was first introduced to Opus Dei when she was just [--] years old while at a weekly cookery club. By age [--] she believed she had a vocation and was working for Opus Dei at weekends and school holidays. She began working for them full time once she did her inter cert and moved into the Opus Dei centre at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pTg7U-6ykbs) 2024-04-29T11:33Z 209K followers, 149.7K engagements "Life on board the Gaza aid flotilla The aid flotilla bound for Gaza is preparing to set sail again this weekend after reported drones attacks and poor weather delayed its progress. The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) departed Barcelona on [--] August with the aim of breaking Israel's blockade of Gaza. The fleet of boats carrying supplies and hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists including Greta Thunberg have been docked in Tunisia since last Sunday. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vqJvVApCdLI) 2025-09-13T08:00Z 209K followers, 36.4K engagements "France prefers respect over bullies says Macron The French President Emmanuel Macron has told the World Economic Forum in Davos that US tariffs on European countries opposing US President Donald Trumps ambition to seize Greenland were unacceptable saying the EU preferred respect to bullies. There has been strong pushback by European leaders against Mr Trump's insistence that the United States must have Greenland and that there was no turning back. President Trump will address the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-3XfbUYs1Kw) 2026-01-20T19:12Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Judge Judy visits UCD Judge Judy star of American's most watched daytime television show visited UCD to collect an award from UCD Law Society recognising her contribution to law. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/newsnow Follow us on twitter @rtenewsnow and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTENewsNow Judge Judy UCD University College Dublin Law Society Law Soc Miss America Judge Judge Judith Sheindlin Judge Judy UCD University College Dublin Law Society Law Soc Miss America Judge Judge Judith Sheindlin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-67T3Jk03Q0) 2013-04-09T20:49Z 209K followers, 22.9K engagements "TCD filmmakers have created the worlds first film in ancient Sumerian Students and staff at Trinity College Dublin have created the worlds first film in the ancient Sumerian language. Filmed in Dublins Phoenix Park the production team brought a 4000-year-old mythological poem to life and have made it free to watch in more than [--] languages here on YouTube. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Trinity College Dublin Language Assyriology Sumerian News RTE Trinity College Dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-7iMPoyaBrw) 2025-12-04T11:00Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Taoiseach describes use of Grok AI tool to make sexually explicit images as shocking Taoiseach Michel Martin has said that reports that Elon Musks Grok AI tool is being used to create sexually explicit images of women and children are unacceptable and shocking. The tool allows users to request modifications to a photo and receive an AI-generated version in response. Some X users have used the AI image edit function to change or remove clothing from real people including minors in photographs. The media regulator Coimisin na Men has said that it is engaging with the European Commission over" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-FbxnzjTpmU) 2026-01-06T13:10Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Dynamic pricing: Could it ever come to the supermarket aisle Dynamic pricing where prices rise and fall in real time has already reshaped how we book airline tickets and hotel rooms. Now as digital price tags appear on supermarket shelves some experts are asking whether grocery prices could ever follow a similar model For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-GwqyCN3O2I) 2026-01-06T22:10Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Up to 100k for uninsured businesses affected by floods The Government is to increase the amount of money available to small businesses affected by Storm Chandra which cannot get flood insurance from [-----] to [------]. The increased payment request was sought by Minister for Enterprise and Fine Gael TD Peter Burke RT News has learnt. It will be signed off by Cabinet in the coming days potentially during an incorporeal meeting before the weekly Cabinet meeting on Wednesday. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-Oi5PJh5AeE) 2026-01-30T19:00Z 208K followers, 17.4K engagements "Serval among Irelands latest exotic animal rescues A serval is among Irelands latest exotic animal rescues after being found in a back garden in Co Roscommon. The wild cat which is native to Africa is being cared for by the Secret Valley Wildlife Park and Zoo. It comes as the NSPCA and other rescue organisations voice concerns that Ireland is way behind on the regulation of exotic animals. #ireland #animals #zoo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-X9k8khuzKg) 2026-02-05T10:04Z 208K followers, 13.3K engagements "Why are iguanas falling out of trees in Florida It's not just the temperatures which are dropping in Florida. So are the Sunshine State's iguanas. Here's why. #florida #iguanas #us" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-lWpd7-eWqI) 2026-02-04T18:46Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Up to [----] protest outside centre for international protection applicants at Citywest in Dublin Up to [----] people are protesting outside a centre for international protection applicants at Citywest in Dublin. The atmosphere is tense and angry with chants of get them out. A line of garda is preventing the protesters getting to the centre. They say at this stage there are no reports of arrests or injuries. #rtenews #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0K6a2dpMnw8) 2025-10-21T20:25Z 208K followers, 50.1K engagements "Where pours the best pint of Guinness We asked the cast of new Netflix series 'House of Guinness' - where pours the best pint of plain #HouseofGuinness #Netflix #Guinness #Ireland #rtenews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0LVZzPEIZO4) 2025-09-19T06:05Z 208K followers, 31.7K engagements "Thousands braved bitter cold to demand ICE leave Minneapolis Thousands of demonstrators braved bitter cold to march through the streets of Minneapolis and demand an end to President Donald Trumps immigration crackdown in their city part of a wider ICE OUT show of defiance that organisers billed as a general strike. On a day that started with temperatures as low as minus [--] Celsius organisers said as many as [-----] people took to the streets. #minneapolis #us #minnesota" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0WcTRp6-GfM) 2026-01-24T15:26Z 207K followers, [----] engagements "Why not try it out - kids take part in largest GAA competition in Britain The largest GAA competition in Britain is under way this weekend with a record number of participants expected to take part. Over a four day period more than [----] juvenile players from schools and clubs across England Wales and Scotland will take part in a series of games at the Hazelwood Centre sport grounds home of the London Irish. #rtenews #britain #gaa #gaelic #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1A5owCTTIRk) 2025-07-04T18:13Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Experts shocked at scale of mica devastation in Donegal A group of international scientists and other experts have expressed shock at the scale of devastation caused by mica in Co Donegal. The group also expressed surprise at the length of time it is taking to tackle the problem. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1BzWNQCqXrA) 2022-11-16T20:22Z 209K followers, 20.3K engagements "Wicklow County Council crews ready to respond to weather events Wicklow County Council has said it has crews deployed to areas that would traditionally experience flooding and they have stockpiles of sand bags on hand. It has also appealed to the public not to travel on roads that are closed due to damage caused by Storm Chandra last week. A Status Orange rain warning will come into place for the county at 12pm. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1hJAEl3MA8Q) 2026-02-05T10:30Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "UKs Prince Andrew faces new allegations in Virginia Giuffre memoir The posthumous memoir of the late Virginia Giuffre has been published and details sexual encounters with Jeffrey Epstein and his partner Ghislaine Maxwell. Ms Giuffre also outlines alleged sexual encounters with Britain's Prince Andrew. It comes amid growing pressure on the British Royal Family to formally remove the prince's titles. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1r28W92Bo3g) 2025-10-22T00:09Z 209K followers, 37.6K engagements "The rhino has disappeared A life-sized statue of a rhino that stands on a plinth in the River Dodder next to The Dropping Well pub in Milltown in Dublin appears to have been totally submerged such is the height of the river after Storm Chandra. Several puzzled onlookers have been asking 'where's the rhino' - a local landmark for more than two decades. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1zV9Qz3PI_Y) 2026-01-27T15:41Z 207K followers, 11.7K engagements "She was only starting out in life Grace Lynchs mother tells funeral Hundreds of people gathered at St Oliver Plunketts church in Finglas this morning for the funeral of Grace Lynch who died after being hit by a scrambler bike last weekend. Graces mother Siobhn said the teenager was loved by many and was only starting out in life. She told mourners that Grace will be missed forever and that life will never be the same again. An 18-year-old man is currently before the courts charged with dangerous driving causing her death. #ireland #dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=25z10fFvNcw) 2026-01-30T17:01Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "President Connolly scores with a no-look shot as she shoots hoops in Belfast President Catherine Connolly has given a further demonstration of her sporting prowess at the start of her three-day visit to Northern Ireland the first official visit of her presidency. President Connolly displayed some impressive basketball skills during a visit to the Peace Players programme at a sports centre attached to Queens University Belfast. Peace Players is an organisation which uses basketball to build reconciliation between young people from both communities. #belfast #northernireland #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2adT8i3k9ig) 2026-02-04T13:56Z 209K followers, 11K engagements "Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley attend Dublin premiere of Hamnet With Oscar buzz building around Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley for their performances in Hamnet the Irish acting pair took to the red carpet in Dublin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=394x617F-_w) 2025-12-13T21:43Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Donald Trump says US will run Venezuela US President Donald Trump has said he will run Venezuela until a safe transition can be found. His comments come after Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were flown out of Venezuela in the early hours of this morning after a wave of US strikes on the country. Donald Trump has accused Mr Maduro of being responsible for the flow of drugs into the United States. Mr Maduro says the US President wants to control the country's oil reserves which are the largest in the world. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3TH_8GkLnzs) 2026-01-03T18:39Z 208K followers, 20.5K engagements "Dublin school opens time capsule from year [----] Dozens of students past and present gathered at the Sacred Heart of Jesus National School in Huntstown Dublin to look at contents of a time capsule that had been sealed for over [--] years. Over two decades ago students at the school contributed letters drawings or pictures to the capsule which was sealed in January [----]. It was opened last November and an event was held on Thursday inviting the pupils of the time and their families to view the letters and drawings. #ireland #dublin #leinster" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3WYilSfs8wI) 2026-01-30T09:07Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Frustration and desperation at Dublin apartment viewing There were stories of desperation worry and frustration at an apartment viewing in Dublin city with many being evicted from their homes at the end of next week and nowhere to go. Price and the availability of rental properties are making the search impossible for some. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3dJ5nsn5Yg8) 2023-03-24T20:52Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Children transform Dublin railway arches Children in Dublins north inner city have been praised for transforming railway arches in the heart of their community into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Seventeen local children from Ballybough were inspired by visits to the National Botanic Gardens and other community gardens across the city. #rtenews #dublin #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3gJvKhJmn_s) 2025-10-28T15:51Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Taoiseach indicates he will vote for Humphreys in Presidential Election Michel Martin has indicated he will be voting for Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys in the Presidential Election. The Taoiseach added that his party would not be directing its supporters to vote for either of the two candidates still in the campaign. Asked who he would be voting for Mr Martin replied: Heather obviously. #rtenews #ireland #presidentialelection" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3gfuWIfTtbM) 2025-10-10T19:30Z 209K followers, 15.4K engagements "'She was only starting out in life' Grace Lynch's mother tells funeral The funeral mass of Grace Lynch heard that her death has resulted in many feelings including pain hurt loss and anger. The Dublin teenager died after being hit by a scrambler last weekend. Hundreds of people gathered for the funeral at St Oliver Plunkett's Church in Finglas. Grace's mother Siobhn said the 16-year-old was loved by many and was only starting out on life. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3sEPDCnFO6Q) 2026-01-30T20:15Z 208K followers, 107K engagements "Taoiseach says Trumps tariffs threat unacceptable Taoiseach Michel Martin has described the threat of tariffs by US President Donald Trump as extraordinary and unacceptable. Yesterday Mr Trump announced that he would impose tariffs on multiple European nations as part of his quest to purchase Greenland. The Taoiseach was speaking on RTs This Week programme. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=40JWV3dgj-k) 2026-01-18T14:44Z 209K followers, 15.1K engagements "Monaghan grandmothers joy as family rescued off Australian coast A Co Monaghan grandmother has spoken of her joy and relief after her daughter and three grandchildren survived a ten-hour ordeal in choppy waters off the Australian coast. Doreen Cunninghams grandson Austin Appelbee was described as superhuman after he swam 4km to shore to get help after a paddleboard and kayak excursion went wrong. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4Cbtd_MGf2o) 2026-02-04T12:47Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Taoiseach's full interview on Jim Gavin withdrawal from presidential election race Taoiseach Michel Martin has said he takes responsibility for backing Jim Gavin as Fianna Fil's presidential candidate and his dropping out of the race is "a tough day" for the party. Speaking on RTs Six One News Mr Martin said that due diligence was done on Mr Gavin but that an issue involving [----] being owed to a former tenant was "probably buried somewhere in the recesses of his mind". Mr Martin said he accepts that many members of Fianna Fil are hurting after the withdrawal. Amid tensions within the party he" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4E_U7oV8J4o) 2025-10-06T21:28Z 209K followers, 27.9K engagements "OLeary not insulted Musk called him an idiot Michael O'Leary says he 'takes no insult at all' at being called an 'idiot or a twat' by Elon Musk. The Ryanair Group Chief Executive and the X-owning billionaire have been involved in an online row over recent days after it emerged Ryanair did not want to use Mr Musk's Starlink internet service on its flights. Mr O'Leary said the spat had boosted seat sales. "If he wants to call me an idiot he certainly wont be the first or the last" he added. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4HvQl4nLDvE) 2026-01-21T11:52Z 208K followers, 130.2K engagements "More than [---] dead from Iran protests says US based human rights monitor Unrest in Iran has killed more than [---] people a rights group said today as Tehran threatened to target US military bases if President Donald Trump carries out threats to intervene on behalf of protesters. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4Q56JljqSHo) 2026-01-11T21:48Z 209K followers, 17.1K engagements "President Catherine Connolly speaks of a new Republic in inauguration speech I stand before you humbly and proudly. Catherine Connolly has been inaugurated as the tenth President of Ireland during a ceremony at Dublin Castle. In her address President Connolly said the people have spoken and have used their voices to shape a country that we can be proud of. #rtenews #ireland #president #dublincastle" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=53dCRfra4II) 2025-11-11T13:53Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Absolutely brilliant - warm welcome for ATUs new veterinary medicine programme Students have welcomed the launch of the first veterinary medicine programme in Connacht and Ulster at Atlantic Technological University. The new course marks a milestone in veterinary education as students who previously wished to become vets had to study in University College Dublin or abroad. These veterinary nursing students at ATU told us it will make a big difference. #rtenews #vet #veterinary #atu #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5I4L5YwKCa4) 2025-11-24T17:35Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Orange rain warning for southeast yellow alert elsewhere Preparations are under way as Ireland faces another challenging period of severe rainfall in the next two days. Sandbags and aquadams are being put in place by some local authorities as homeowners and businesses brace for more potential damage due to rising river levels. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5j9yfUCGJhM) 2026-02-04T19:05Z 209K followers, 15.1K engagements "'XL bully ban won't stop them' - Sister of woman killed speaks out The sister of a woman who died after being attacked by her dogs one of which was an XL bully has welcomed the introduction of a ban on the breed but said it should be "stricter." Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5tFfYSBU_Ns) 2024-10-01T07:00Z 208K followers, 13.4K engagements "Anglo-Irish Treaty signed [---] years ago today Today marks the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty in London. The Treaty formally ended the War of Independence set the stage for British withdrawal from most of Ireland and the handover of power to an independent Irish government. It was signed in [--] Downing Street in the early hours of [--] December [----]. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5vSmAWR_7Do) 2021-12-06T19:46Z 208K followers, 22.5K engagements "Australian teen swims for hours to save family stranded off coast A 13-year-old in Australia swam for hours through rough seas to get help for his family who were stranded off the coast. Austin Appelbees family were eventually found clinging to a paddleboard in the open ocean off the town of Quindalup in Western Australia. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=66MulJK-NIM) 2026-02-03T11:50Z 208K followers, 18.8K engagements "US free-climber scales Taiwans tallest building A US climber has successfully scaled a Taiwan skyscraper without any safety equipment. It took Alex Honnold an hour-and-a-half to ascend to the top of the 508m high Taipei [---] skyscraper to the delight of thousands of cheering and waving fans. His climb was streamed live on Netflix which had a delay on the live feed should anything happen. When he reached the top Mr Honnold described his achievement as incredible. #taiwan #alexhonnold" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6kL4VqKHAUA) 2026-01-25T16:26Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Presidential election Six One News interview: Heather Humphreys Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys has described herself as a "common sense" experienced person and her campaign has seen her be "the real Heather Humphreys". Ms Humphreys said as President she would speak out when she feels it is right and will never be found wanting as centrist pro-European president. "I'm like the vast majority of hard working Irish people I'm in the middle ground" she said. Speaking on RT's Six One News she said that the campaign has been good fun and she has really enjoyed it. For more on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6qLwIrXxuGw) 2025-10-17T18:22Z 209K followers, 12.1K engagements "Over half of students receive first choice CAO offer for Level [--] Just over half of all students applying for Level [--] or degree courses via this year's CAO have received an offer of a place on their top choice course and four out of five have been offered one of their top three preferences. In a year where demographic growth has increased pressure for college places these figures are lower than last years - 51% this year compared to 56% with a first preference Level [--] offer last year and 80% as opposed to last years 83% receiving one of their top three preferences. At Level 6/7 90% of students" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6qZe4E2qBio) 2025-08-27T19:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Star gazers in Ireland enjoy deepest partial solar eclipse for ten years despite cloudy conditions Star gazers across North America and Europe have enjoyed a partial solar eclipse. It was the deepest eclipse in Ireland for ten years with the moon obscuring around half of the sun at its maximum. It was visible in several places despite cloudy conditions. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=70cuF8ku-jo) 2025-03-29T20:10Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Election turnout low as polling stations close Voting in the [----] Presidential Election has now ended with the more than [----] polling stations across the country closing at 10pm. Ballot boxes will now be transported to those centres for secure storage overnight with counting to being at 9am. A result is expected later in the day. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=72jStQqE8Ik) 2025-10-24T21:28Z 209K followers, 44.5K engagements "Irelands Covid-19 response review to issue final report by end of [----] The chairperson of the Government-appointed independent review into how Ireland handled the Covid-19 pandemic has said its final report should be with Government by the end of the year. In an exclusive interview with RT News Professor Anne Scott said that while the review does not have statutory powers it has had an extremely high level of cooperation with government departments and other key parties so far. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7KeZSMT_4vY) 2026-01-27T21:22Z 207K followers, [---] engagements "Lowry holes crucial putt to retain Ryder Cup for Europe Shane Lowry holed the decisive putt to retain the Ryder Cup for Europe before the team went on to win the tournament outright by a 15-13 margin. The team held off a dramatic fightback from the United States at Bethpage Black. Lowry joins the ranks of Irelands Ryder Cup heroes alongside Christy OConnor Jr Eamonn Darcy Phillip Walton and Paul McGinley by making the winning putt to retain the Ryder Cup for Team Europe. #rtenews #rydercup #europe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7Vyjr-rnuB0) 2025-09-29T12:00Z 208K followers, 12.3K engagements "Clean-up operations underway in south east of Ireland after flooding Clean-up operations are underway in the south east of Ireland after heavy rainfall overnight brought fresh flooding impacting homes and businesses. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=85TBh8pMtjY) 2026-01-31T21:19Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Explained: The Good Friday Agreement The Good Friday Agreement was signed [--] years ago. It was a deal based on the idea of co-operation between communities in Northern Ireland. Its aim was to help bring an end to a period of conflict and violence in the North called the Troubles. Here RTs news2day programme for children explains what it's all about. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8OX5eYWAE7Q) 2023-03-30T17:28Z 209K followers, 26K engagements "Landslide leaves Sicilian town on cliff edge after storms More than [----] people have been evacuated from the Sicilian town of Niscemi after a major landslide triggered by violent storms left homes teetering on the edge of a cliff. Niscemi a town of about [-----] in south-central Sicily sits on a plateau that authorities say is gradually collapsing toward the plain below driven by water that remains in the subsoil. Footage from the scene showed entire buildings perched on the brink after large sections of the slope gave way. A car was left hanging over the edge visible from inside a collapsed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8d7lTSpMi1c) 2026-01-28T10:11Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Met ireann warns of further possible flooding in southeast As the clean-up operation continues after Storm Chandra Met ireann is warning of further possible flooding in the southeast with heavy rain forecast to fall on saturated ground overnight. A 24-hour Status Yellow rain warning has been issued for five counties in the region from midnight including Co Wexford which bore the brunt of this week's intense rainfall. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8y9XRqtYGrg) 2026-01-28T18:32Z 208K followers, 34.9K engagements "Uisce ireann working to ensure hospitals and vulnerable customers supplied with water Uisce ireanns Water Network Operations Manager Keith Conmy has said water supplies in parts of north Dublin are being impacted due to flooding in Fairview. Mr Conmy said that some customers are experiencing outages and low water pressure and that schools will be impacted. He said that teams are concentrating efforts to make sure local hospitals are supplied. Uisce ireann said the issue is being caused by a large burst on a major water main at Edges Corner. #ireland #dublin #weather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=93kvLXZptN8) 2026-01-29T10:16Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "The flood kept on rising and we couldnt keep up with it Status Yellow rain warnings are in effect for seven eastern counties with authorities on alert for further flooding. Graiguenamanagh in Co Kilkenny is one of the flood-hit areas. Resident Eoin Bolger said flood waters have destroyed everything in his home. #ireland #flooding #rain #weather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9kvEJlBrMkQ) 2026-01-30T16:03Z 208K followers, 18K engagements "Pope wishes Happy Easter to crowds in St Peters Square Pope Francis has greeted crowds gathered in St Peters Square for Easter blessing despite the 88-year-olds frail health that has kept him from most Holy Week events. Happy Easter said the Argentine pontiff in a weak voice from his wheelchair at the balcony of St Peters Basilica to around [-----] people. The pope traditionally delivers his Urbi et Orbi (To the City and the World) benediction from the balcony that overlooks St Peters Square but he gave that task to his Master of Ceremonies Monsignor Diego Ravelli. #rtenews #easter #vatican" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9vDLC9qDam8) 2025-04-20T16:10Z 208K followers, 122.6K engagements "Claire Byrne signs off from RT Radio [--] show Broadcaster and journalist Claire Byrne has signed off from RT Radio [--] saying Its time to hand over the baton. The presenter announced in August that she would be leaving RT to take over the morning show on Newstalk where she previously worked from [----] to [----] from veteran broadcaster Pat Kenny who is moving to the stations weekend schedule. Former Prime Time and RT News: Six One presenter David McCullagh will begin presenting Radio 1s Today show this Monday. #rtenews #ireland #clairebyrne" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AKqjibpWyDo) 2025-10-31T13:37Z 209K followers, 12.6K engagements "Five injured two seriously in Finglas arson attack A woman and a teenage boy have been seriously injured in an arson attack on a property in Finglas in Dublin in the early hours of this morning. Another woman and two teenage girls were also taken to hospital with what are described as non-life threatening injuries. One line of inquiry being pursued is that the perpetrators may have targeted the wrong home in a case of mistaken identity. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AeAeIVkF1Uo) 2025-12-31T18:25Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Ex-tenant of Jim Gavin speaks out Deputy Editor of the Sunday World Niall Donald has confirmed that he was the ex-tenant owed money by former presidential candidate for Fianna Fil Jim Gavin. Speaking on the Crime World Podcast with Nicola Tallant Mr Donald said lots of people knew about his history with Mr Gavin While relaying his story in the office which is shared with the Independent and Sunday Independent members of the political staff asked for more detail. #rtenews #presidentialelection #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B9B3A3aL0ks) 2025-10-08T12:25Z 209K followers, 41.8K engagements "Inheritance tax debate: ' I'm being discriminated against because I've no children' Watch the full episode on the RT Player: https://www.rte.ie/player/series/upfront-with-katie-hannon/10001371-00-0000epguid=IH10008911-25-0003 Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BR2FX7buAGo) 2025-01-21T14:16Z 208K followers, 15.2K engagements "LIVE: Presidential Election [----] Comprehensive coverage of results from the Presidential Election with live count updates from across the country studio analysis reaction and comment Read more Presidential Election coverage: https://www.rte.ie/news News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BSmJXpMwomY) 2025-10-25T16:09Z 209K followers, 10K engagements "Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back under ceasefire Thousands of displaced Palestinians trekked over the wastelands of Gaza to return to the ruins of their abandoned homes today after a ceasefire took effect and Israeli troops began pulling back under the agreement to end the war. A huge column of people filed on foot north along the coastal road towards Gaza City the enclave's biggest urban area which had been under attack just days ago in one of Israel's biggest offensives of the war. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BULW-_AZ9Ls) 2025-10-10T17:46Z 209K followers, 10.3K engagements "Winter Olympics doping chiefs on ski jumper penis-enlargement allegations Winter Olympics doping chiefs have said they will be on the lookout for evidence that ski jumpers are artificially enlarging their penises in an effort to gain aerodynamic advantage. They were asked a press conference if they were aware of reports made in German newspaper Bild that ski jumpers were allegedly using hyaluronic injections to temporarily manipulate the 3D body scanning measurements used to size their competition suits. The suits are skin-tight and extra material could potentially give them more lift as" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C5GP3N2UoLQ) 2026-02-06T11:02Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "LIVE: BONUS - Behind the Story podcast David McCullagh Katie Hannon and Fran McNulty discuss the Prime Time Presidential Election TV debate tune in for in-depth analysis and reaction to the night's key moments. Read more Presidential Election coverage: https://www.rte.ie/news News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CpBLad0iAEo) 2025-10-21T22:20Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Catherine Connolly declared tenth President of Ireland Catherine Connolly has been declared the tenth president of Ireland following an inauguration ceremony at Dublin Castle. The ceremony took place in St Patrick's Hall where all presidents have been inaugurated since [----]. It began with a service of prayer and reflection. Former president Michael D Higgins received a round of applause as he arrived in the hall. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Cqk4K8Px0gQ) 2025-11-11T19:26Z 209K followers, 17.5K engagements "Trump's tariff threats 'risk dangerous downward spiral' European leaders slammed US President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland warning transatlantic ties were at risk. Several European countries - including Denmark of which Greenland is an autonomous territory - emphasised they "stand united" against Mr Trump's vow yesterday to hit them with tariffs of up to 25% unless Greenland is ceded to the United States. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DA6nyvRoNV8) 2026-01-18T18:29Z 209K followers, 17.6K engagements "Geldof says he would have walked the Presidential Election Bob Geldof has said he would have walked the Presidential Election. The musician was speaking at an event at TU Dublin to mark the 50th anniversary of The Boomtown Rats first gig. Over the summer Geldof had been linked with a run for the ras and has previously acknowledged that he had spoken with Taoiseach and Fianna Fil leader Michel Martin on the topic. #rtenews #ireland #presidentialelection" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DC2pSFBJ1Ls) 2025-10-23T15:58Z 209K followers, 12.7K engagements "Irelands Chief Rabbi says Jewish people need to be seen Chief Rabbi of Ireland Yoni Wieder described the mass shooting in Bondi Beach as a barbaric heinous act of terrorism against the Jewish community. Speaking at an event in Herzog Park in Dublin to mark the second day of Hanukkah he said people were apprehensive to attend the event this evening but he told his community they needed to make an extra effort to come out and be seen. #rtenews #dublin #ireland #bondi #sydney" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DFbMOtuJ_gA) 2025-12-15T20:45Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "How do you vote in a Presidential Election The Presidential Election race is almost run with voters set to have their say at the polls. For tens of thousands of people this will be the very first time they vote. If you are not sure what to expect when you go to your polling station we've got you covered. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DFfie4Ez674) 2025-10-23T06:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Alan Kelly says he wont support Connollys ras bid Labour TD Alan Kelly has again said he will not support Catherine Connolly in the election nor will the Labour councillors in his area. Speaking at Labours meeting ahead of the autumn Dil and Seanad session which is being held in Nenagh in his constituency he said that he respects the position of the party in backing the Independent Galway-West TD and the issue is not festering. Labour leader Ivana Bacik revealed that Mr Kelly and herself had frank discussions on the matter but 86% of the partys decision-making body opted to support Catherine" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DZes4TRLQSs) 2025-09-04T17:40Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Everything is destroyed - mother-of-three walks through her flooded home A mother-of-three says flooding has destroyed everything at her home in Kilternan in South Dublin. Amy Cullens house was one of several in the area which were flooded after a mountain stream burst its banks during Storm Chandra. Were just devastated absolutely devastated she said as she assessed the damage for the first time. #ireland #stormchandra #weather #flooding" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DefHsNIiPCQ) 2026-01-27T17:59Z 207K followers, 28.4K engagements "Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys take part in radio debate Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys clash during debate on RT Radio 1s Drivetime with Sarah McInerney and Cormac hEadhra. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E4qU7llqpes) 2025-10-09T17:48Z 208K followers, 36.1K engagements "Kingspan made false claim about Grenfell insulation product The report on the Grenfell Tower fire that killed [--] people has found that Irish company Kingspan knowingly created a "false market" in insulation for use on buildings over [--] metres in height. Kingspan's K15 insulation product made up around 5% of the insulation in the tower block and was used without the company's knowledge" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E5nSmshWvgA) 2024-09-04T20:24Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "People react to Jim Gavins withdrawal from Presidential Election People in Rathfarnham in Dublin have been reacting to Jim Gavins decision to withdraw from the Presidential Election race. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EKNiO5OoNG8) 2025-10-06T11:36Z 209K followers, 30.8K engagements "Trump condemns but wont apologise for racist video US President Donald Trump condemned but did not apologise for a video on his social media account depicting former president Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama as apes. The minute-long video shared on Mr Trumps Truth Social network late on Thursday amplified false claims that his [----] election defeat was the result of fraud. The post triggered swift bipartisan criticism for dehumanising people of African descent. The White House first defended the racist post yesterday then deleted it [--] hours after it appeared. #us #donaldtrump" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EVlhg8WtE8w) 2026-02-07T15:11Z 209K followers, 14.4K engagements "Charlie Kirks widow Erika says her cries will echo around the world like a battle cry The widow of prominent right-wing activist Charlie Kirk has delivered her first public remarks vowing that her husbands mission would continue despite his assassination. Erika Kirk described her husband as a man who laid down his life for our nation and warned those responsible that the movement will not die. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Charlie Kirk Trump News RTE Charlie Kirk Trump" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F2p5FOXBM2E) 2025-09-13T08:26Z 209K followers, 19.6K engagements "TCD's debating society deemed world's oldest A Trinity College Dublin student debating society has been deemed the world's oldest according to the Guinness Book of Records. The College Historical Society or 'Hist' as its known is this year celebrating [---] years in existence. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FQF3Kb5EiYs) 2023-09-19T13:22Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "XL bully ban due to fear of further attacks says Minister Minister Heather Humphreys has said she fears attacks by XL bully dogs "will become more frequent" if action is not taken as she announced that the breed are to be banned under new regulations to be introduced later this year" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FqPsI0jUzfA) 2024-07-12T19:50Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Dubliners are shell-shocked and saddened after fatal bus crash The Lord Mayor of Dublin Ray McAdam says Dubliners are shell-shocked and saddened after a bus crash in the city centre left one person dead and three others injured. #ireland #dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FxOhOtQ2MKs) 2026-02-05T17:19Z 208K followers, 11.6K engagements "Wexford sisters make hundreds of St Brigids crosses Its St Brigid's Day and these sisters from Co Wexford have been busy making hundreds of St Brigids crosses in the run-up to the bank holiday weekend. Nellie Eppie and Nan Fortune sell their crosses online and spend their evenings after school working to fulfil their orders. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=G53EPQ-0uc0) 2026-02-01T08:00Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Students excited for this years Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition Thousands of students from across Ireland will arrive at the RDS in Dublin this week for the [----] Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. We asked these students from Luttrellstown Community College in Dublin what they're most looking forward about this year's event. #stripe #youngscientist #ireland #technology" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GCQ7UuKI0Xw) 2026-01-06T18:19Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Wayward stray puts the cat among the sprinters in Turkey A stray cat crossed the track just as a group of sprinters were reaching the finish line during a 100m race in Istanbul on Saturday. https://www.rte.ie/news/newslens/2020/0914/1165139-cat-100m-sprint-turkey/ The interloper suddenly dashed across the track just as the lead runners were finishing the Balkan U20 [---] championship. Footage released by the Turkish Athletics Federation showed some athletes trying to avoid tripping over the cat. Turkish athlete Umut Uysal won the race. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HCPOuDdlJiw) 2020-09-14T15:03Z 209K followers, 26.3K engagements "Further flooding possible as clean-up efforts continue As the clean up from Storm Chandra continues for a second day the National Emergency Coordination Group has warned of the potential for further flooding in the coming days. In addition to a Status Yellow rain warning in effect in the southeast at the moment a second warning has been issued for seven counties tomorrow. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Hn_f7jQXMGA) 2026-01-29T18:18Z 208K followers, 13.7K engagements "Bohs net climate goals thanks to unique initiative Amid all the talk of "climate goals" and #COP26 one League of Ireland football club has been setting - and netting - some climate goals of its own. Bohemians say sport has an important role to play in raising awareness of climate change - and ultimately tackling it. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE Ireland Dublin Bohs Bohemians League of Ireland Football Climate COP26 News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Hq1phoC8t-Q) 2021-10-29T06:00Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Wicklow man reveals incredible weight-loss journey to join garda ACo Wicklow man has revealed the 'incredible' weight-loss journey which has seen him finally join An Garda Sochna after [--] years of trying. Conor Finan lost ten-and-a half-stone in three years having failed the garda fitness test and the medical on previous occasions. He has worked as an undertaker a fireman and in public relations but says he always wanted to join the garda. Garda Finanis one of [---] new graduates and will be stationed in Tallaght. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HuzCufv21QU) 2026-02-06T13:33Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Why is the US boycotting the G20 summit The G20 summit is under way in South Africa but why is the United States not there For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HxysVM87i7A) 2025-11-22T15:04Z 208K followers, 16.5K engagements "Trump says import restrictions will reduce drug prices US President Donald Trump has said he would use import restrictions to force foreign suppliers to cut drug prices and that pharmaceutical companies would have a lot of problems if they did not agree to bring prices down. The US is the biggest market by sales for big pharma companies with the pharmaceutical sector employing around [-----] people in Ireland. Total Irish exports were valued at [-----] billion last year with roughly one third going to the US. #rtenews #us #eu #ireland #pharmaceuticals #donaldtrump" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IdRbmRvo84I) 2025-07-23T07:32Z 208K followers, 19.7K engagements "Pro-Palestinian protesters confront Trump at dinner in Washington DC Pro-Palestinian protesters confronted US President Donald Trump as he arrived at a restaurant in Washington DC. The protesters chanted Free Palestine. Trump is the Hitler of our time before being escorted out of the restaurant. #rtenews #palestine #donaldtrump" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JclmfR1LbBE) 2025-09-10T07:08Z 208K followers, 10.3K engagements "Storm Chandra brings strong winds and localised flooding Met ireann warns of hazardous travel conditions as Storm Chandra brings strong winds and heavy rain across the country. The forecaster said persistent rain will fall on already saturated ground leading to a risk of localised and river flooding. A Status Yellow rain warning is in effect for Carlow Kilkenny Louth Wexford Wicklow and Waterford until 11pm. The entire country also remains under a Status Yellow wind warning until the same time as Storm Chandra passes over the country. #stormchandra #ireland #weather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JtvXrGAzbQg) 2026-01-27T08:31Z 207K followers, 10.4K engagements "Are you expecting a delivery from Fastway over the coming days Are you expecting a delivery from Fastway over the coming days The parent company of Fastway delivery and logistics company Nuvion Group has entered receivership. Around [---] direct jobs are under threat while it is understood hundreds of additional jobs could be affected among subcontractors franchisees and solo operators across the delivery network. Nuvion Group includes Parcel Connect Fastway Couriers Ireland and Ngo. #rtenews #ireland #fastway" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KvafokG8j-M) 2025-10-29T18:15Z 209K followers, 11K engagements "Snow swirls as winter storm grips New York A powerful winter storm has spread a mix of heavy snow sleet and freezing rain from the south to the northeast of the United States. An estimated [---] million Americans were warned to bundle up against cold ranging from sub-zero temperatures along the Canadian border to below-freezing as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. The National Weather Service also predicted widespread and prolonged travel disruptions. #us #newyork #weather #snow #storm" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L36gfii6E-M) 2026-01-26T07:14Z 207K followers, 11K engagements "Irish citizenship an honour for Bundee Aki Irish rugby player Bundee Aki is among [----] people who became citizens of Ireland at ceremonies taking place in Dublins Convention Centre" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L5QE5qrJ-Hg) 2024-09-16T20:02Z 209K followers, 15.5K engagements "Opposition to Occupied Territories Bill challenged in Oireachtas committee Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan rejected claims by former justice minister Alan Shatter that the Occupied Territories Bill is fantasy politics. He was speaking at the Oireachtas foreign affairs committee where consideration of the Bill is under way. #rtenews #oireachtas #middleeast" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LAiQUtu91N0) 2025-07-15T17:33Z 209K followers, 41.5K engagements "Law to ban scramblers in public places to be called Graces Law Taoiseach Michel Martin has said legislation banning scramblers in public places will be called Graces Law. Speaking on his way into Cabinet he said this followed a suggestion from Grace Lynchs mother. Last month 16-year-old Grace Lynch died after being hit by a scrambler in Finglas in Dublin. #ireland #scramblers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Lpw2ZtAd_qA) 2026-02-04T11:36Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Attempts to board grounded trawler called off amid tricky sea conditions Efforts to board the grounded trawler off Cuan an Daingin have been called off because of tricky sea conditions with the decision to be re-visited tomorrow. The 350-tonne French registered vessel was driven on to rocks near Binn Bn lighthouse early yesterday afternoon. Fourteen fishermen were airlifted off the stricken vessel by helicopter. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MXkZRObGK8U) 2025-12-15T19:29Z 209K followers, 91.5K engagements "Fury over migrant boat model on Co Tyrone bonfire Politicians in Northern Ireland have condemned the placing of a boat containing models of migrants on a loyalist bonfire in Co Tyrone due to be set alight tomorrow night. A sign placed on the bonfire states "stop the boats". In Belfast the city council has voted to send in contractors to remove a bonfire deemed to pose a risk to the electricity supply to two major hospitals. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MmfpCOw8RwA) 2025-07-09T21:06Z 208K followers, 60.1K engagements "First group of Gazans arrive in Ireland to study in universities The first group of [--] young Palestinians from Gaza have arrived in Ireland to begin a new life as students in Irish universities. They are the first group of what will be [--] Palestinians overall with the remainder to arrive in the coming days. In what has been a complex and sensitive operation which involved securing permission to leave Gaza and transit through Israel from the Israeli authorities as well as entry permission from Jordan the students got the green light in messages sent to their phones on Tuesday. For more on this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N739BlmUTbo) 2025-08-28T20:26Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Over [-----] new homes completed in [----] A total of [-----] homes were built in Ireland last year an increase of 20.4% on [----] according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office. The figures are higher than most economists had expected and represent the largest number of completions since [----] when figures were first compiled. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Nzrt0ETPyS4) 2026-01-29T18:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Bohemian FC organise Christmas toy drive for children in Direct Provision An initiative to bring Christmas presents to [----] children in Direct Provision has been organised by Bohemian FC in Dublin following a fundraising drive that raised [-----] mainly at the team's Phibsboro base. Organiser Dan Lambert who is the Chief Operations Officer with Bohemian FC says everyone is conscious that while Covid-19 has been hard for everybody it has been particularly difficult for families in asylum centres. The initiative is being carried out in conjunction with the Movement for Asylum Seekers in Ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OLwTbAkYe5Q) 2020-12-02T21:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "tiktok amnesty VERT Amnesty International has delivered a global petition to TikTok's office in Dublin calling on the platform to do more to protect children and young people from harmful content. The petition which has [------] signatures from around the world was handed over by four young digital rights activists from Ireland Argentina and France. Last week TikTok hosted a European Trust and Safety Forum where it announced a new 'Time and Wellbeing Space' that TikTok said will "help people relax and build mindful digital habits" while using the app. "This update builds on our ongoing work to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OXDtRZROOA0) 2025-11-25T15:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Israel partially reopens Gazas Rafah border crossing to Egypt with tight limits Israel has reopened the border between Gaza and Egypt for residents on foot only a move that would allow Palestinians to leave the enclave and let back in those who want to return after fleeing the war. The reopening of the Rafah border crossing will be limited with Israel demanding security checks for Palestinians entering and exiting. Ambulances and aid trucks lined up and moved towards the gate on Egypts side of Rafah crossing with Gaza. #gaza #egypt #middleeast" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ob3dkntmifU) 2026-02-02T11:28Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Trump tells Iran to make a nuclear deal or 'worse' attack to come Iran says it will deliver an unprecedented retaliation to any US attack as it responded to a military threat from Donald Trump. The US president said a "massive Armada" was moving quickly towards the Gulf weeks after pledging to intervene during a deadly crackdown on demonstrations. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OfY2bd6bydg) 2026-01-28T19:00Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Things to look out for in the Presidential Election count What can we expect as counting gets under way in Irelands Presidential Election For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Ireland President Election News RTE Ireland President Election" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=P0ix28C9dY0) 2025-10-25T09:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "The biggest moments from US President Trumps first year back in the White House It has been a rollercoaster first year back in the White House for US President Donald Trump. Mr Trump has expanded his presidential power and reshaped America's relations with the world. RT News reporter Jackie Fox rewinds through some of the key moments of Trump [---] For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PV07w7Jp4uE) 2026-01-20T07:00Z 208K followers, [---] engagements "A look back at the life of Pope Francis who has died at the age of [--]. The Vatican has announced the death of Pope Francis at the age of [--]. He was the first Latin American Pope the first Jesuit and the first to take the name Francis. For more on Francis life and legacy go to http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Pope Francis Vatican Catholic News RTE Pope Francis Vatican Catholic" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PVopL6Rm0uM) 2025-04-21T09:48Z 208K followers, 11.1K engagements "Waterford's Theatre Royal has its first artist-in-residence The Theatre Royal in Waterford is over [---] years old but for the first time in its history an artist-in-residence is in situ at the renowned venue as part of a programme of work which will continue until summer. The honour of filling the seat fell to actor Jamie Beamish who grew up in Waterford city and had his first taste of treading the boards in the Theatre Royal and the role is one of many he has been filling lately. Mr Beamish has just finished shooting the third series of Derry Girls while his role as Nigel Berbrooke in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QU5aRhEQVAQ) 2022-01-03T20:45Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "He felt my pain - Irish abuse survivor receives apology from Pope Pope Leo XIV has apologised to abuse survivor David Ryan who featured in the RT documentary Blackrock Boys following a meeting between the two at the Vatican. Mr Ryan described the experience as amazing and credited the Pope for his empathy. Pope Leo who had listened to the documentary said that what stood out for him was when David Ryans father on learning that his younger son had been abused [--] years previously called his older son Mark who also revealed he had been abused. They spoke about Mark for a time whose photo Mr Ryan" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RCYZAHmvu4c) 2026-02-02T15:41Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Manifesto in a minute: Sinn Fin Sinn Fin has launched its manifesto for the General Election. Here's what's in it - in a minute. #rtenews #GE24 #Election24 #SinnFin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RV6SddDjz5Y) 2024-11-19T16:39Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Zelensky fears US might lose interest in peace process Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he fears the US could lose interest in the peace efforts. It comes as Russia's Vladimir Putin is meeting US envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner in Moscow for Ukraine talks. At the Ireland-Ukraine Economic Forum which held its first meeting today Mr Zelensky was asked if he was afraid that the US might lose interest in the process. #rtenews #ireland #ukraine #dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RmC2vZKOCPg) 2025-12-02T19:11Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Is the United Nations really about to collapse The UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres wrote a letter last week to the UN's [---] member states to "underscore the gravity of the current financial situation". The organisation faced the very real prospect of "financial collapse" he wrote adding that cash could run out as early as July. Was the UNs top man exaggerating #unitednations" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sdrt0iEQgpA) 2026-02-07T14:42Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Irish students collaborate on plans for post-war Kharkiv Architecture students from the University of Limerick and University College Dublin are taking part in a workshop in Warsaw focusing on post-war designs for the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. Organised in conjunction with the Kharkiv School of Architecture the two-week workshop involves teams of Irish Ukrainian Polish and Czech students. Located 30km from the current frontline Kharkiv has been shelled repeatedly by Russian forces since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February [----]. Students from the Kharkiv" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SweS9UUFjKw) 2026-02-06T10:11Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Bono calls for end to war during speech at awards ceremony U2s Bono issued a call to stop war at the Ivor Novello Awards ceremony at Londons Grosvenor House. The group became the first Irish songwriters to be awarded an academy fellowship at the 70th year of the awards ceremony known as The Ivors. #rtenews #london #dublin #middleeast #bono #u2 #ivorsacademy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ta4gcSlUaaA) 2025-05-23T14:29Z 208K followers, 23.5K engagements ""Something had to give" - The [--] Johnnies on their departure from RT 2FM The [--] Johnnies have admitted that something had to give in terms of their workload - and thats the reason theyve quit 2FM. #Shorts #The2Johnnies Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=U7oixe62eBE) 2024-05-26T17:12Z 209K followers, 31.9K engagements "Trump dismisses health rumours as fake news US President Donald Trump has dismissed social media rumours that have swirled about his health as fake news during a press conference at the White House. #rtenews #us #donaldtrump" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UavMxkCe4VI) 2025-09-02T20:26Z 209K followers, 28.8K engagements "A man has died and three people hospitalised after a Bus ireann bus mounted a pavement in Dublin A man has died and three people have been injured one seriously after a bus drove down a pedestrianised street in Dublin city this afternoon. Garda said the man was declared dead at the scene on North Earl Street. The three people in hospital are said to have "injuries of various severity". They said they were "not in a position to provide any further information on casualties at this early stage". For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UuohIQkev5Q) 2026-02-05T19:48Z 209K followers, 44.4K engagements "NECG warns flooding may persist in areas across Ireland The National Emergency Coordination Group has said that despite an expected improvement in weather conditions surface flooding persists and river flooding is still anticipated in some areas. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=V3pjciGw5Tc) 2026-02-06T21:43Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Protesters in Dublin call for end to conflict in Sudan Protesters gathered at the Spire on OConnell Street in Dublin city to raise awareness of the conflict and humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Dr Rania Ahmed the President of Sudanese Doctors Union of Ireland which organised the rally said the news coming from her country is horrific. Dr Ahmed said Sudan needs peace and the people there need food and medicine basic human needs. #rtenews #sudan #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VDEiKnVqOps) 2025-11-08T18:13Z 207K followers, [----] engagements "'My hand is killing me' - Students react to first Leaving Cert exam The State exams are under way with English Paper [--] first up for those sitting the Leaving Cert. These students at St Peter's College in Dunboyne Co Meath gave their reaction after the first exam. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Vf8A-LfBc0c) 2023-06-07T13:46Z 208K followers, 60K engagements "Lotto programme to be outsourced by RT committee told RT will deliver a surplus this year and next as the organisation is now on a firm financial footing. Director General Kevin Bakhurst has told the Oireachtas Committee on Arts Media and Communications that at least [--] people will voluntarily leave the organisation this year. The committee also heard that more programmes will be outsourced including the weekly Lotto draw. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VmcRmK5bfCc) 2025-12-10T20:31Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "US military seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker in Atlantic The United States has seized a Venezuelan linked Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic about 200kms off the Icelandic coast. The operation was carried out by the US Coast Guard and US military with support from the UK's Ministry of Defence and came following more than a two-week long pursuit across the Atlantic. Later the US seized a second sanctioned oil tanker in the Caribbean. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VtLVXjOWWUk) 2026-01-07T22:44Z 207K followers, 20.6K engagements "Arklow businesses prepare for potential flooding amid rain warning Businesses in Arklow Co Wicklow have been preparing for the possibility of flooding as a Status Orange rain warning is in place for the county. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VuWf61iTTkI) 2026-02-05T14:39Z 209K followers, 14.9K engagements "Irish woman on Israeli strike on Doha An Irish woman living in Doha has described how her building shook following an Israeli strike on the Qatari capital. Niamh Collins said there was black smoke everywhere after the attack on senior Hamas leaders. Qatar has condemned the action as cowardly and called it a blatant violation of international law. #rtenews #doha #middleeast" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WPmuM6_LG5U) 2025-09-09T17:26Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Venezuelans in Ireland react to Maduro removal A number of Venezuelans in Ireland have welcomed the removal of Nicolas Maduro from power but are concerned about what is next for the South American country. The deposed Venezuelan leader is in a New York detention centre awaiting drug charges after President Donald Trump ordered a raid to capture him saying the US would take control of the oil-producing nation. #ireland #venezuela #us" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WTNZ_8BBaK4) 2026-01-04T19:46Z 209K followers, 11.9K engagements "US envoy Witkoff to inspect aid distribution in Gaza US President Donald Trumps envoy is due to inspect aid distribution in Gaza as a food crisis drives mounting international pressure for a ceasefire. Steve Witkoff who has been involved in months of stalled negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shortly after his arrival in Israel yesterday. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Mr Witkoff who visited Gaza in January would inspect distribution sites and secure a plan to deliver more food and meet with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WZ-ueUNvQiE) 2025-08-01T06:50Z 207K followers, [----] engagements "Key moments from The Week in Politics Irish Presidential debate There are three candidates in the contest for the tenth President of Ireland the successor to President Michael D Higgins. Candidates Catherine Connolly Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys joined ine Lawlor for The Week in Politics presidential debate. Here are the key moments from that debate. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Wam73UR-QJU) 2025-10-05T14:23Z 209K followers, 25.1K engagements "Forestry programme aims to boost diversity in Irish woodlands A new forestry programme worth [---] billion has been announced by the Government. The schemeaims to deliver more diverse forest which will meet multiple societal economic social and environmental objective Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WxIPzBHelXU) 2022-11-03T19:46Z 207K followers, [----] engagements "Watch back: CAO offers days - your questions answered with a guidance counsellor Shauna Burdis is live with guidance counsellor Donnchadh O'Mahony answering all your questions about CAO offers day. Read more political coverage: https://www.rte.ie/news News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XHN-itwSVe8) 2025-08-27T12:28Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Jewish community in Cork express solidarity with people in Bondi Beach The Jewish community in Cork have expressed their solidarity with the people of Sydney following the recent gun attack on Bondi Beach. They were speaking at Shalom Park in the city where they were celebrating the last night of Hanukkah with the lighting of an art installation. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XXFWY3Q2RDY) 2025-12-21T20:16Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Venezuelan president Maduro pleads not guilty to narco-terrorism charges Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has pleaded not guilty to charges of narco-terrorism after the US military seized him at the weekend and brought him to New York. The 63-year-old and his wife appeared in a New York federal court charged in relation to four criminal counts that include cocaine importation conspiracy and possession of machine guns and destructive devices. "I am innocent. I am not guilty. I am a decent man. I am still president of my country" Mr Maduro said through an interpreter before being cut" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YnOp3_gCDLw) 2026-01-05T18:52Z 208K followers, 21.1K engagements "How bringing a baby into class is helping to teach children empathy Barnardos has called for Government funding to extend a project which brings babies into classrooms to teach students how to talk about their emotions. The childrens charity says central funding is needed to sustain and expand the Roots of Empathy initiative which is currently running in [---] schools. As part of the project a baby and parent visits a classroom once every three weeks during the school year. #ireland #barnardos #empathy #baby" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Yt3qixzlX7I) 2026-01-26T11:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Zelensky says Trump agreed to post-war security guarantees for Ukraine Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelensky has said a document on US security guarantees in the event of a ceasefire in Ukraine is ready to be signed. Mr Zelensky was speaking in Davos following a meeting with US President Donald Trump which lasted around an hour. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YxMQyZKefyQ) 2026-01-22T21:46Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Netanyahu rebukes Western nations over Palestinian recognition Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sharply denounced Western countries for embracing Palestinian statehood and accused them of buckling under pressure from activists and others who have accused Israel of war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza. Speaking at the UN General Assembly the Israeli leader pushed back in harsh terms against a flurry of diplomatic moves by leading US allies that deepened Israel's international isolation over its conduct of the nearly two-year-old war against Hamas militants in Gaza. For more on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z-nVX7tm2ag) 2025-09-26T17:33Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "27000 home energy upgrades completed last year - SEAI Almost [-----] home energy upgrades were completed last year - an 80% increase on [----] - according to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland. The number of homes upgraded to a B2 Building Energy Rating (BER) has also increased to [----] last year up from [----] in [----] and [----] in [----]. The total number of homes upgraded to B2 over the last four years stands at [-----]. The National Retrofit Plan has set a target of [------] homes upgraded to a B2 by [----] target and some pubic representatives say the SEAI is not on course to meet it." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z0L31zZxHHE) 2023-03-27T19:09Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Storm Chandra causes major travel disruption for commuters Storm Chandra is causing major travel disruption for commuters. Rachel Kelly from Newtownmountkennedy has been commuting to her job in Dublin this morning for over two and a half hours. She sent us this video of the flooding outside the window of the bus she is on which shows heavy flooding between the N11s J8 and J9 around the roundabout at Circle K Rockfield. Flooding had been reported in the area earlier this morning which has led to delays. #stormchandra #ireland #weather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_3fqu0vf73c) 2026-01-27T10:31Z 208K followers, 74.2K engagements "Trump says Putin agreed to not attack Kyiv for a week US President Donald Trump has said his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin has agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv and other cities for a week as Moscow's strikes leave Ukraine facing its toughest winter since the start of the war. Russian strikes on Ukraine's power infrastructure have left millions with disrupted light heating and water supplies in freezing temperatures pushing the war-battered country towards a humanitarian crisis. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_8aFk9fFT7M) 2026-01-29T20:43Z 208K followers, 11.4K engagements "What happened at the Oireachtas Media Committee Executives from Meta TikTok and Google faced questions and criticisms of their online safety policies at a hearing of the Oireachtas Media Committee today - heres what happened. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_E98ukOAp5c) 2026-02-04T18:19Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Its pathetic - Newsom accuses European leaders of being complicit with Trump California Governor Gavin Newsom accused European leaders of complicity towards US President Donald Trumps threat to take over Greenland. Speaking to reporters at the World Economic Forum in Davos Mr Newsom said Its time to have principles. Its time to stand tall and strong. #us #europe #greenland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_QWKqhv8uvY) 2026-01-20T16:07Z 209K followers, 30.2K engagements "Trinity students caught in Mount Etna eruption amid panic A group of Trinity College students has told of the confusion fear and anxiety after they were caught in the middle of Mount Etnas eruption in Sicily this morning while on holiday to celebrate their graduation. Just minutes after their minibus arrived at the volcano an explosion of pyroclastic material - a dense mix of hot slabs of lava pumice ash and volcanic gas - caused immediate panic. One student Marina recalled how smoke rapidly poured towards them down the side of the crater. #rtenews #sicily #volcano #mountetna" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aMYJUXsLsJc) 2025-06-02T16:54Z 208K followers, 75.6K engagements "Heres what you need to know on the Presidential Election Independent Catherine Connolly holds a commanding lead in the Presidential Election with half of first counts in while over [------] spoiled votes have been recorded so far. So heres everything you need to know about the outcome from the race for the ras. #rtenews #aras25 #presidentialelection #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aMmj7CMXC7w) 2025-10-25T15:27Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "US Mint ends penny production after [---] years The US has officially minted its last ever penny - ending [---] years of production. Heres why America is ditching the one cent coin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aNTj_cEg1yw) 2025-11-13T16:09Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "EUs 90bn Ukraine loan the price of war says Taoiseach Taoiseach Michel Martin has welcomed the EU decision to raise a 90bn loan to fund Ukraine which he described as the "price of war" adding that "we hope for peace" from Russia's "devastating war". The Fianna Fil leader was in Brussels yesterday for a European Council meeting with EU leaders that led to them agreeing to raise a 90bn loan to fund Ukraine for the next two years however they stopped short of adopting a proposal to use tens of billions of euro in frozen Russian assets to underwrite a long-term funding package. For more on this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=anIz0_A1IsU) 2025-12-19T18:24Z 209K followers, 11.8K engagements "Gisele Pelicot applauded after testimony in mass abuse trial Supporters showered French woman Gisele Pelicot the victim of an alleged mass rape orchestrated by her husband with applause and gave her flowers as she exited the courtroom this morning after taking the stand to testify in the trial. She was allegedly drugged and raped by dozens of men recruited by her husband Dominique Pelicot. Gisele Pelicot insisted on a public trial in an attempt to expose her former husband and the [--] men he is accused of inviting to rape her in a small village in southern France. Keep up to date with all the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=boA_nqW3VXA) 2024-10-23T13:50Z 208K followers, 121.2K engagements "Presidential Election Six One News interview: Catherine Connolly Independent Presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has said the electorate have a clear choice to elect an independent minded person who will "reflect the core values of our people who will be a voice for peace in a very volatile world". Asked if she would speak out or "toe the line" if elected President Ms Connolly said she has had many different roles over the years including working as a barrister and a teacher and always demonstrated that she acted with fairness and professionalism. Speaking on RT's Six One News she said" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bqigHqoSQNM) 2025-10-14T21:07Z 209K followers, 20.7K engagements "EU states hold off on retaliatory measures against US EU member states have held off imposing immediate retaliatory trade measures against the United States according to an EU diplomat. Our Europe Editor Tony Connelly has the latest from Brussels. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bwNYpdWGiCY) 2026-01-18T21:35Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Emergency services at scene of fatal bus crash in Dublin city One person has died and three others have been injured after a bus drove down a pedestrianised street in Dublin city this afternoon. Minister for Justice Jim OCallaghan confirmed that one person died in the incident on Dublins North Earl Street this afternoon. A Bus ireann double decker bus was coming up Talbot street at around 12.30pm to take a left on to the one way system on to Marlborough Street. However the bus appears to have careered across the road and on to the pedestrianised area of North Earl Street. #dublin #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c0gwhmbIAcQ) 2026-02-05T14:24Z 209K followers, 19.6K engagements "New age verification rules for social media platforms in place New online safety rules will require video-sharing platforms to have effective age verification systems. Social media sites such as Instagram Facebook TikTok and X will be legally obliged to protect users from harmful content under the Online Safety Code. Companies will face fines for breaches of up to [--] million or 10% of a platform's annual turnover whichever is greater. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c8zu0oLq44o) 2025-07-21T20:49Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Have you considered a career in STEM Almost [----] teenage girls have been learning all about careers in science technology engineering and maths at iWish2026 in Dublin. #ireland #stem #dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cE4-TOXvNRg) 2026-02-05T17:07Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Monaghan mother amazed at sons bravery in sea rescue The Irish mother of an Australian boy who swam for four hours through choppy waters off western Australia to get help for his family has said she is "amazed" at her son's bravery and added she "knew he could do it". 13-year-old Austin Appelbee made it across 4km of ocean to raise the alarm after his mother Joanne who is originally from Carrickmacross Co Monaghan and two younger siblings were swept out to sea. The family had gone kayaking and paddle-boarding on the water when the incident happened. For more on this story and all the latest" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cWFvHU05rdc) 2026-02-03T21:15Z 208K followers, 16.7K engagements "Time for US to move on from Epstein scandal says Trump US President Donald Trump has made a fresh plea for Americans to move on from the Epstein files. Mr Trump insisted once again that he had been cleared by the newest trove of files linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein as he faced renewed questions at the White House. It comes as Former British ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson faces a criminal probe amid allegations he passed confidential information to Epstein. #us #epstein #donaldtrump" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dHJCwNJfDzA) 2026-02-04T08:27Z 208K followers, 25.3K engagements "UCC palaeontologists discover new fossil reptile species An international team of researchers including palaeontologists at University College Cork discovered a new species of fossil reptile from the Triassic period. The 247-million-year-old Mirasaura grauvogeli from the Grs Voltzia locality in northeastern France had a large crest made of complex plume-like structures - long before modern-type feathers evolved. The research includes UCC palaeontologists Prof Maria McNamara Dr Valentina Rossi and Dr Tiffany Slater. #rtenews #universitycollegecork #palaeontology #dinosaurs #fossils" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dzDxxOKzK7E) 2025-07-24T18:44Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Five Latin American countries and Spain reject outside 'control' of Venezuela Five Latin American countries and Spain warned against any outside bid for "control" of Venezuela. The country's toppled leader is in a New York detention centre awaiting drug charges after US President Trump ordered an audacious raid to capture him saying the US would take control of the oil-producing nation. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=e-QarHaYp60) 2026-01-04T19:11Z 208K followers, 12.6K engagements "The River Slaney has burst its banks in Enniscorthy Co Wexford A view from Enniscorthy Castle shows the River Slaney has burst its banks after Storm Chandra hits Ireland. Engineer at Wexford County Council Sinead Casey has said that there is no connectivity across Enniscorthy at the moment and the river Slaney is still rising so its a wait and see situation. She said that the flooding impact is quite large in Enniscorthy town the quays new bridge island road and templeshannon as well as part of the old N11 at the promenade and the promenade itself. #weather #ireland #stormchandra" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eNZC487PFys) 2026-01-27T10:05Z 208K followers, 45.7K engagements "NATO to beef up eastern flank following drone incursion NATO has announced plans to beef up the defence of Europe's eastern flank two days after Poland shot down drones that had violated its airspace in the first known action of its kind by a member of the Western alliance during Russia's war in Ukraine. Warsaw has portrayed the drone incursions as an attempt by Russia to test the capabilities of Poland and NATO to respond. Russia said its forces had been attacking Ukraine at the time of the drone incursions and that it had not intended to hit any targets in Poland. For more on this story and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eg0GUFilEpo) 2025-09-12T19:33Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Explosions over Doha as Iran targets US base in Qatar Israel continued to attack Iran today as the world waited to see how the Iranian regime will respond to yesterday's unprecedented airs strikes on its nuclear facilities by the United States. Israel's missiles struck Tehran the underground Fordo nuclear site and Iran's notorious Evin jail where political dissidents are held. There are reports of Iranian missiles being launched across the Persian Gulf towards American bases in Qatar with explosions heard across the capital Doha" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ei3bJRcsk84) 2025-06-23T21:09Z 208K followers, 97.1K engagements "Opposition parties welcome Catherine Connollys victory in Presidential Election Opposition parties have welcomed the resounding victory of Independent Catherine Connolly in the Presidential Election. #rtenews #aras25 #presidentialelection #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eq8_yHqKc3w) 2025-10-25T17:41Z 209K followers, 20.7K engagements "Almost all Dublin City Council area roads likely to have 30km/h limit Almost all roads in the Dublin City Council area are likely to have speed limits of 30km/h by early next year following a speed reduction assessment which is currently underway. The council is examining areas that currently allow speeds of [--] [--] and 80km/h and a public consultation on the changes will be issued in the coming months. #ireland #dublin #speedlimits" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=erqMzZu37gA) 2026-02-04T07:29Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Poland warns of open conflict risk after Russian drone intrusion Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk told parliament it was "the closest we have been to open conflict since World War Two" though he also said he had "no reason to believe we're on the brink of war". Polish F-16 fighter jets Dutch F-35s Italian AWACS surveillance planes and NATO mid-air refuelling aircraft scrambled in an operation to shoot down drones entering Polish airspace from yesterday evening until this morning officials said. Moscow denied responsibility for the incident with a senior diplomat in Poland saying the drones" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ev2Qo0xF6GI) 2025-09-10T19:53Z 207K followers, 40.7K engagements "Trump to visit Israel Sunday as ceasefire deal celebrated US President Donald Trump is expected in Jerusalem on Sunday the office of Israel's president said after the US leader announced Israel and Hamas had agreed to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fREyUGGAsqg) 2025-10-09T19:09Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Government cannot wave magic wand and deliver flood relief says Taoiseach The Government cannot "wave a magic wand and just deliver" flood relief schemes Taoiseach Michel Martin has said as he visited affected homes and businesses in Co Wexford. Mr Martin met residents of Island Road in Enniscorthy an area that was badly hit by flooding in recent weeks after the River Slaney burst its banks during Storm Chandra. He told one resident that the Government is "determined to do a number of short-term measures first" to alleviate the impact of flood damage. For more on this story and all the latest" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fUpTH9FgsiY) 2026-02-02T18:22Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "McGuinness details illness prompting ras race withdrawal Former EU commissioner Mairead McGuinness has revealed she was diagnosed with severe post-viral syndrome after a stay in hospital last year which prompted her to withdraw from the presidential election race. Ms McGuinness withdrew from the race last August saying her decision was taken on medical advice and that her health was her priority. In her first interview since her withdrawal Ms McGuinness revealed her diagnosis adding that it was like a bolt from the blue where I was knocked sideways. #ireland #presidentialelection #pvs" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gdzhTnvmv5Q) 2026-02-07T16:17Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "UK police examining Glastonbury sets by Kneecap and Bob VYLAN British police say they're examining footage from Kneecap's Glastonbury Festival performance to see whether any offences may have been committed. Authorities are also looking at comments made by the punk rap duo Bob Vylan to decide if there needs to be a criminal investigation. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said chants of "death" to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) at Glastonbury were "appalling hate speech" and urged the BBC to explain how the scenes were broadcast. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=girTRFCN-VY) 2025-06-29T20:44Z 209K followers, 20.4K engagements "Some flights cancelled amid Dublin Airport T2 disruption Dublin Airport is facing a second day of disruption to its check-in and baggage drop in Terminal [--] following yesterdays cyber attack which impacted several airports across Europe. Airport operator daa said it is continuing to support airlines as they deal with the ongoing disruption. Aer Lingus has said this morning that the incident had significantly impacted operations with [--] flights cancelled as of midday. #rtenews #dublinairport #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=glLXQWWqZWA) 2025-09-21T14:07Z 208K followers, 14.1K engagements "Localised flooding in Louth after Status Orange rain warning Residents in Dundalk Co Louth have told of flooding up to your shins in their garden during the night amid a Status Orange rain warning. Patrick and Martina McEvoy noticed the flood level rising so set up their own water pump to protect their house by diverting the water away. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gsn6XvlEUaU) 2026-02-06T12:30Z 209K followers, 15K engagements "Trump threatens tariffs on countries that disagree with Greenland takeover plans US President Donald Trump has said he may impose trade tariffs on countries that do not support his plans to take over Greenland and is talking to NATO. The threat is the latest pressure tactic by the Republican leader as he steps up his bid to acquire the autonomous Arctic island a goal that he has threatened to achieve by military means if necessary. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gxqF92-C38A) 2026-01-16T21:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Fresh flood risk as rain warning issued for eight counties Met ireann has warned of further flooding after issuing a Status Yellow rain warning for counties Carlow Kilkenny Wexford Cork Waterford Dublin Louth Wicklow for tomorrow. The warning for Carlow Kilkenny Wexford Cork Waterford is valid from 1pm tomorrow until 9am on Tuesday. The warning for Dublin Louth Wicklow comes into effect from 9pm tomorrow until 1pm on Tuesday. #flooding #ireland #rain" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hP_32LSHmzo) 2026-02-01T21:22Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Local authorities asked to identify interim flood relief measures meeting hears Local authorities have been asked to identify interim flood measures to address immediate challenges facing communities due to weather conditions a meeting of senior Government ministers has heard. The meeting which was attended by the Taoiseach and the Tnaiste heard that [---] flood relief schemes are under way. In a statement the Government said that Minister of State Kevin Boxer Moran said that "interim solutions are required". For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hTVmHaBfmt8) 2026-02-03T20:40Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Fans touch down in Dublin ahead of Sundays Steelers v Vikings game Excitement is building in Dublin ahead of the first NFL regular season game to be played in Ireland. On Sunday the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings go head to head in Croke Park. A range of fan events are under way around the city. #nfl #steelers #vikings #dublin" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hUFJWYWD9g8) 2025-09-25T19:22Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Taoiseach congratulates Catherine Connolly on Presidential Election victory Taoiseach Michel Martin has congratulated Catherine Connolly on an outstanding Presidential Election victory and wished her well. #rtenews #aras25 #presidentialelection #ireland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hjX8lkPYfk0) 2025-10-25T18:03Z 209K followers, 11K engagements "Greenlanders condemn Trumps tariff threats Greenlanders have condemned US President Donald Trumps threat of tariffs on European countries who do not accept his plans to buy the nation. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hnU2FhwN4HI) 2026-01-18T17:33Z 209K followers, 68.4K engagements "Presidential candidates seek support ahead of Friday's election Campaigning in the Presidential Election has almost concluded with polling stations due to open tomorrow morning. Both the Independent candidate Catherine Connolly and the Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys have called on the electorate to cast their ballots. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hsWB0sTw6bQ) 2025-10-23T19:56Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Joe Biden reads the words of Irish poet Seamus Heaney US president-elect Joe Biden reads the words of Irish poet Seamus Heaney. After his election was projected by major US television networks on Saturday [--] November the Six One News finished with this video of Mr Biden reading the words of the Derry Nobel Laureate. The poem is 'The Cure at Troy'. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i37IjTV4J0o) 2020-11-09T07:03Z 208K followers, 101.2K engagements "Louth festival honours St Brigid with cross making workshop Events are taking place around the country in honour of one of Irelands patron saints St Brigid. St Brigid was born in Faughart Co Louth and the Brigid of Faughart Festival has been running for more than [--] years. One of the events organised as part of this years festival is a cross making workshop at the County Museum in Dundalk. #ireland #stbrigid" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iOEVJHIcwR0) 2026-02-01T16:43Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Bernie Sanders says that what is happening in Gaza is 'unspeakable' US Senator Bernie Sanders has said there are more people in the US outraged by what is happening in Gaza than the rest of the world understands. Speaking to RT News at the start of a visit to Ireland Mr Sanders said that what is going on in Gaza right now is unspeakable. He also rejected suggestions by senior Israeli political figures that criticisms of Israel had fuelled the sentiment that led to the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington DC. "I am Jewish I detest antisemitism as I hope everybody does." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=j1DwK33wQM8) 2025-05-23T20:30Z 209K followers, 99.5K engagements "Mandelson quits UKs House of Lords over Epstein scandal Former British government minister Peter Mandelson is to step down from the House of Lords in London amid allegations that he passed market-sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had threatened legislation within weeks to strip Mr Mandelson - a former Northern Ireland secretary -of his title while police are assessing information relating to alleged misconduct in public office. The Cabinet Office passed material to police after an initial review of documents released as part of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jvsg16bpnc8) 2026-02-03T19:11Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Ukrainian President Zelensky says he is ready to meet Russian President Putin Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready to meet Vladimir Putin following call with US to discuss peace proposals for Ukraine. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jyT_fBw-hfw) 2025-12-30T18:45Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Who is Keir Starmers cork-born adviser and why is he at the centre of a major UK political scandal He helped put British Prime Minister Keir Starmer into Downing Street. Now his own job could be on the line. RT News reporter Ken Donnelly explains who is Morgan McSweeney and why is the UK Labour Party turning on him For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE RT News RT Irish news Ireland news news breaking news news update current affairs RT Television RT journalism news analysis" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=k_NsnakHW38) 2026-02-06T22:13Z 209K followers, 17.6K engagements "President Higgins meets Pope Leo XIV after inaugural mass Pope Leo XIV was inaugurated as pontiff at a mass in St Peters Square this morning following his election ten days ago. Speaking to thousands of people in St Peters Square the Pope emphasised the need for the 1.4-billion-member Church to remain rooted in its tradition without becoming insular saying there was no room for religious propaganda or power plays in the institutions future. Hundreds of world leaders attended the mass while President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina led the Irish delegation at the event. #rtenews #popeleo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l4m85QruThk) 2025-05-18T15:37Z 208K followers, 10.5K engagements "Bono celebrates 60th birthday at home in Dublin Bono is quietly marking his 60th birthday at his home in Dublin. The U2 frontman said he was grateful to have reached the milestone and was enjoying spending time with his family during the lockdown. https://bit.ly/3coK9VU Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lC5Uss0MxVg) 2020-05-10T21:20Z 209K followers, 19.9K engagements "Inis Orr school with just one incoming pupil appeals for mainland children A principal on Inis Orr is calling on students to apply for grants to study on the island's secondary school for a year. In order to be eligible pupils must come from areas where they cannot access education through Irish. The appeal comes as just one new pupil has enrolled for September. Inis Orr is the smallest of the Aran Islands with a population of just [---] with numbers declining over the years. Coliste Ghobnait opened in [----] with an average of [--] pupils enrolling annually from the island and elsewhere. However" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lejpi5FqfHQ) 2022-06-22T18:40Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "How AI can transform breast cancer treatment Doctors say that AI can help detect up to 30% more breast cancer cases and that the technology will transform diagnosis and treatment in the years ahead. The system involves a mammogram being read by both a radiologist and an AI tool. The charity Breast Cancer Ireland said it is one of the most important developments seen in breast cancer screening in decades and follows major international research in Sweden and South Korea. Professor Nuala Healy consultant radiologist at Beaumont Breast Centre said that AI gives breast radiologists an additional" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lvhudWIkEH8) 2026-02-04T14:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "European troops arrive in Greenland ahead of exercises Military personnel from France and Germany headed to Greenland as Denmark and its allies prepared for exercises to try to assure US President Donald Trump over its security as he pushes to take over the island. A meeting of officials from the United States Denmark and Greenland avoided the public humiliation meted out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last year but also produced no quick fix for the dispute. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mcHsh1KriHg) 2026-01-15T19:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "LCA student recommends programme to others Aaron Saunders is one of thousands of Leaving Cert Applied students to get their results today. Aaron went to St Setons Secondary School in Dublin and is celebrating all his hard work paying off. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=md76NyFQa3o) 2025-08-22T13:14Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Trump going to de-escalate a little bit in Minnesota US President Donald Trump said that he will de-escalate a little bit tensions in Minnesota amid the presence of ICE officers in the state. It comes as Mr Trumps senior aide Stephen Miller said that US immigration agents may have breached protocol in Minneapolis before the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti during protests. Mr Millers comments come just days after he called Mr Pretti an assassin. #us #minneapolis #minnesota" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=muzGlzNTjik) 2026-01-28T07:42Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Ibiza streets flooded as red alert warning issued Streets in Ibiza were severely flooded after storm Gabrielle hit the Mediterranean island. The torrential rains submerged dozens of vehicles and stopped some ferries from docking. The Spanish weather agency AEMET issued a red weather alert after 180mm of rain fell in [--] hours. #rtenews #ibiza #weather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mzWaFCxxbm8) 2025-09-30T18:38Z 209K followers, 16.4K engagements "Roscommon nurse completes epic cycle to Sydney A Co Roscommon nurse has completed an epic bike journey to Sydney Australia that saw him cycle across three continents toraise funds for two local charities. Departing from Ireland in March [----] Fergal Guihen from Arignatravelled through [--] countriesbefore reaching Sydney earlier today. The journey took him across some of the worlds most remote anddemanding terrain as well as through major cities and communities along the way. The 27-year-olds 'Rossie to Aussie' challenge is raising awareness and funds for both the Mayo Roscommon Hospice" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nPCO5RO4lbg) 2026-02-07T15:25Z 209K followers, [----] engagements "Moment Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar sprayed by unknown substance during town hall US Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar was targeted during a speech by a man who sprayed an unidentified liquid at her from a syringe before being tackled by security guards. The man was taken into custody by Minneapolis police Ms Omars office said. The incident took place during a town hall even in Minneapolis where two US citizens have been killed this month in a violent anti-immigration crackdown with thousands of ICE agents provoking growing unrest. Ms Omar was not injured and authorities have not" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nbwla6Pxlwo) 2026-01-28T08:13Z 207K followers, [----] engagements "Trump criticises Obama at Melania premiere US President Donald Trump criticised former president Barack Obama saying he was paid a lot of money and hasnt done anything after he was asked about Amazons $40 million deal to license first lady Melania Trumps film and a related docuseries. The studio spent another $35 million promoting and distributing the movie. Mr Trump was attending the Melania premiere which documents the [--] days leading up to his [----] inauguration and the familys return to the White House. The movie Melania was financed at an eyebrow-raising total of $75 million by Amazon MGM" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ndKU87sNRhM) 2026-01-30T08:15Z 208K followers, [----] engagements "Level of inhumanity of arson attack difficult to comprehend says Taoiseach The level of inhumanity behind the arson attack which killed a four-year-old boy and his grand-aunt in Offaly at the weekend is difficult to comprehend the Taoiseach has said. Tadhg Farrell and 60-year-old Mary Holt were killed in the blaze which occurred at a terraced house in Castleview Park in Edenderry on Saturday evening. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o1J0CsKtiZw) 2025-12-08T21:57Z 208K followers, 24.9K engagements "Police suspect father and son were gunmen in Bondi Beach shooting Australian Police say the suspected gunmen believed to have killed [--] people and injured [--] at a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydneys Bondi Beach were father and son. The victims in the attack were aged [--] to [--]. One of the suspected gunmen was also killed and a second gunman is in critical condition. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oGK1MHyZ1-U) 2025-12-14T21:49Z 208K followers, 23.6K engagements "Family of man in RT nursing homes expos speaks out The family of a vulnerable resident who appeared in an RT Investigates undercover documentary into standards of care at facilities run by Ireland's largest provider of private nursing homes have called for accountability for their father and other residents affected by the scandal. The Guy family from Dublin describe their shock and distress at seeing footage of their 80-year-old father Audeon being roughly handled at the Beneavin Manor nursing home in Glasnevin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p1e2qne11ik) 2025-06-11T10:29Z 209K followers, 17.8K engagements Limited data mode. 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"Older people share what love means to them #ValentinesDay It's Valentine's Day - a day for celebrating love. But what does love mean to you At a Valentine-themed Friends of the Elderly social club meeting in Dublin we spoke to attendees about how they define love and what advice they would pass onto younger generations. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE RT News RTE News RT Irish news Ireland news news breaking news news update current affairs RT Television RT journalism"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T08:00Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Ryanair pays staff for identifying oversized cabin bags Ryanair CEO Michael OLeary has said the airline is considering increasing commission paid to staff for every oversized cabin bag they identify. Mr OLeary confirmed that Ryanair employees are paid around [----] for identifying oversized cabin bags. #rtenews #ryanair #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-07-21T12:43Z 209K followers, 107.8K engagements
"Jon Stewart mocks Trump in Daily Show reaction to Jimmy Kimmel suspension Jon Stewart mocked US President Donald Trump as he returned to the presenting desk of Comedy Centrals The Daily Show last night a day after the suspension of talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel from the airwaves. Against a gold-encrusted background Stewart introduced himself as the host of the administration-compliant show. He was joined by correspondents Ronny Chieng Josh Johnson Jordan Klepper Michael Kosta Desi Lydic Troy Iwata and Grace Kuhlenschmidt. They were filmed in a separate location answering questions thrown to"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T10:27Z 209K followers, 1.7M engagements
"Garda start new search for Deirdre Jacob and Jo Jo Dullard RT News A search is under way at a Co Wicklow quarry as part of the investigation into the disappearance and murders of Deirdre Jacob and Jo Jo Dullard in the 1990s. Garda are searching open ground at the location near the Wicklow/Kildare border. The land will be subject to excavation and technical and forensic examinations over the coming days. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Deirdre Jacob Jo Jo Dullard Missing person"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T21:45Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Carney says Canada mourns those killed in mass shooting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the entire country is in mourning after a mass shooting in British Columbia. Nine people have been killed including seven people who were shot dead at a secondary school and [--] injured in the shooting. The killings occurred in the remote western town of Tumbler Ridge in the foothills of the Rockies. #canada #markcarney"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T16:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Gaza aid flotilla activists detained in Israel Over [---] activists from the Gaza aid flotilla who were intercepted by Israeli authorities have been detained in Israel. It is understood that at least [--] Irish citizens were among those detained. The Irish detainees were first held at Ashdod port for several hours before being brought to Ktziot prison in the Negev desert near the border with Egypt. Around half of the detainees have agreed to a voluntary deportation order while the other half have said they will not agree to sign those forms. #rtenews #gaza #israel #flotilla"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T18:20Z 209K followers, 13K engagements
"Council to query timelines of Dublin weather warnings Dublin City Council has said a full review is under way into flooding in the capital overnight which will look at the timing of weather forecasts. The heavy downpours combined with already saturated grounds caused a number of flooding incidents across north Dublin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T18:58Z 209K followers, 41.3K engagements
"Jimmy Kimmel show suspended after Charlie Kirk comments ABC has pulled late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off air over comments he made about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. "Jimmy Kimmel Live will be pre-empted indefinitely" a spokesperson for the Disney-owned network said in a statement. Earlier this week the host said during his show that the "Maga gang" was trying to score political points off Mr Kirk's killing. Celebrating the ABC announcement President Donald Trump said it was "great news for America". For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T10:38Z 209K followers, 436K engagements
"Israels Ben Gvir calls Gaza flotilla activists supporters of the killers Israels far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has visited the Gaza aid flotilla activists calling them supporters of the killers. In a video published online Ben-Gvir confronted the activists and went inside one of the boats claiming that they were not carrying humanitarian aid. Israels interception of the Gaza flotilla has sparked widespread international condemnation and protests around the world. #rtenews #gaza #israel #flotilla"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T15:52Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"'It's an act of piracy' - Irish activist on Gaza aid flotilla slams drones targeting boats An Irish activist who is part of the Gaza aid flotilla has said drones targeting their boats are an attempt to harass and intimidate them from trying to break Israel's blockade of the besieged Palestinian territory. Speaking on RT's News at One activist Sarah Clancy from Galway said nine or ten boats in the flotilla were hit by projectiles that emitted smoke dropped from the drones. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and"
YouTube Link 2025-09-24T20:22Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Trump ends immigration crackdown in Minnesota President Donald Trump's border czar has announced the end of aggressive immigration operations in Minnesota that triggered large protests and nationwide outrage following the killing of two US citizens. Thousands of federal agents including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have in recent weeks conducted sweeping raids and arrests in what the administration claims are targeted missions against criminals. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T20:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Ruth Negga and Rhiannon Giddens awarded honorary doctorates by University of Limerick Oscar nominated actress Ruth Negga and Grammy winning folk-musician Rhiannon Giddens have both been awarded honorary doctorates by the University of Limerick. Negga a native of Limerick shot to fame in the series Love/Hate while US-born Giddens has been living in the Treaty City for the past four years. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Ruth Negga Rhiannon Giddens Doctorate Limerick Actor Music"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T21:23Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"#Pinemartens and #redsquirrels on the rise in Ireland #RTENews A new camera trap study has captured over half a million images of wildlife revealing the spread of invasive Sika deer and an encouraging rise in native red squirrels and pine martens. From Wild Nephin to Wicklow [---] remote cameras took a rare look at animals usually hidden from sight. Researchers say the findings will help shape conservation deer management and habitat protection across Ireland. #ireland #wildlife #biodiversity #redsquirrel #pinemarten News RTE RT News RTE News RT Irish news Ireland news news breaking news news"
YouTube Link 2026-02-17T09:29Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"'This is a real honour' - Jessie Buckley wins Golden Globe award Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at the Golden Globes for her performance in Hamnet on a night when the historical drama also won the coveted Best Picture award. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T20:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"The unveiling of Opus Dei Upfront with Katie Hannon The Financial Times recently ran an extraordinary story about what life was like inside the secretive Catholic organisation Opus Dei for its lowest status members who are known as assistant numeraries. Margaret Joyce is from a family of [--] who was first introduced to Opus Dei when she was just [--] years old while at a weekly cookery club. By age [--] she believed she had a vocation and was working for Opus Dei at weekends and school holidays. She began working for them full time once she did her inter cert and moved into the Opus Dei centre at"
YouTube Link 2024-04-29T11:33Z 209K followers, 149.7K engagements
"Life on board the Gaza aid flotilla The aid flotilla bound for Gaza is preparing to set sail again this weekend after reported drones attacks and poor weather delayed its progress. The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) departed Barcelona on [--] August with the aim of breaking Israel's blockade of Gaza. The fleet of boats carrying supplies and hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists including Greta Thunberg have been docked in Tunisia since last Sunday. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News"
YouTube Link 2025-09-13T08:00Z 209K followers, 36.4K engagements
"France prefers respect over bullies says Macron The French President Emmanuel Macron has told the World Economic Forum in Davos that US tariffs on European countries opposing US President Donald Trumps ambition to seize Greenland were unacceptable saying the EU preferred respect to bullies. There has been strong pushback by European leaders against Mr Trump's insistence that the United States must have Greenland and that there was no turning back. President Trump will address the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T19:12Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Judy visits UCD Judge Judy star of American's most watched daytime television show visited UCD to collect an award from UCD Law Society recognising her contribution to law. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/newsnow Follow us on twitter @rtenewsnow and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTENewsNow Judge Judy UCD University College Dublin Law Society Law Soc Miss America Judge Judge Judith Sheindlin Judge Judy UCD University College Dublin Law Society Law Soc Miss America Judge Judge Judith Sheindlin"
YouTube Link 2013-04-09T20:49Z 209K followers, 22.9K engagements
"TCD filmmakers have created the worlds first film in ancient Sumerian Students and staff at Trinity College Dublin have created the worlds first film in the ancient Sumerian language. Filmed in Dublins Phoenix Park the production team brought a 4000-year-old mythological poem to life and have made it free to watch in more than [--] languages here on YouTube. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Trinity College Dublin Language Assyriology Sumerian News RTE Trinity College Dublin"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T11:00Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Taoiseach describes use of Grok AI tool to make sexually explicit images as shocking Taoiseach Michel Martin has said that reports that Elon Musks Grok AI tool is being used to create sexually explicit images of women and children are unacceptable and shocking. The tool allows users to request modifications to a photo and receive an AI-generated version in response. Some X users have used the AI image edit function to change or remove clothing from real people including minors in photographs. The media regulator Coimisin na Men has said that it is engaging with the European Commission over"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T13:10Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Dynamic pricing: Could it ever come to the supermarket aisle Dynamic pricing where prices rise and fall in real time has already reshaped how we book airline tickets and hotel rooms. Now as digital price tags appear on supermarket shelves some experts are asking whether grocery prices could ever follow a similar model For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T22:10Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Up to 100k for uninsured businesses affected by floods The Government is to increase the amount of money available to small businesses affected by Storm Chandra which cannot get flood insurance from [-----] to [------]. The increased payment request was sought by Minister for Enterprise and Fine Gael TD Peter Burke RT News has learnt. It will be signed off by Cabinet in the coming days potentially during an incorporeal meeting before the weekly Cabinet meeting on Wednesday. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T19:00Z 208K followers, 17.4K engagements
"Serval among Irelands latest exotic animal rescues A serval is among Irelands latest exotic animal rescues after being found in a back garden in Co Roscommon. The wild cat which is native to Africa is being cared for by the Secret Valley Wildlife Park and Zoo. It comes as the NSPCA and other rescue organisations voice concerns that Ireland is way behind on the regulation of exotic animals. #ireland #animals #zoo"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T10:04Z 208K followers, 13.3K engagements
"Why are iguanas falling out of trees in Florida It's not just the temperatures which are dropping in Florida. So are the Sunshine State's iguanas. Here's why. #florida #iguanas #us"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T18:46Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Up to [----] protest outside centre for international protection applicants at Citywest in Dublin Up to [----] people are protesting outside a centre for international protection applicants at Citywest in Dublin. The atmosphere is tense and angry with chants of get them out. A line of garda is preventing the protesters getting to the centre. They say at this stage there are no reports of arrests or injuries. #rtenews #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T20:25Z 208K followers, 50.1K engagements
"Where pours the best pint of Guinness We asked the cast of new Netflix series 'House of Guinness' - where pours the best pint of plain #HouseofGuinness #Netflix #Guinness #Ireland #rtenews"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T06:05Z 208K followers, 31.7K engagements
"Thousands braved bitter cold to demand ICE leave Minneapolis Thousands of demonstrators braved bitter cold to march through the streets of Minneapolis and demand an end to President Donald Trumps immigration crackdown in their city part of a wider ICE OUT show of defiance that organisers billed as a general strike. On a day that started with temperatures as low as minus [--] Celsius organisers said as many as [-----] people took to the streets. #minneapolis #us #minnesota"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T15:26Z 207K followers, [----] engagements
"Why not try it out - kids take part in largest GAA competition in Britain The largest GAA competition in Britain is under way this weekend with a record number of participants expected to take part. Over a four day period more than [----] juvenile players from schools and clubs across England Wales and Scotland will take part in a series of games at the Hazelwood Centre sport grounds home of the London Irish. #rtenews #britain #gaa #gaelic #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-07-04T18:13Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Experts shocked at scale of mica devastation in Donegal A group of international scientists and other experts have expressed shock at the scale of devastation caused by mica in Co Donegal. The group also expressed surprise at the length of time it is taking to tackle the problem. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2022-11-16T20:22Z 209K followers, 20.3K engagements
"Wicklow County Council crews ready to respond to weather events Wicklow County Council has said it has crews deployed to areas that would traditionally experience flooding and they have stockpiles of sand bags on hand. It has also appealed to the public not to travel on roads that are closed due to damage caused by Storm Chandra last week. A Status Orange rain warning will come into place for the county at 12pm. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T10:30Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"UKs Prince Andrew faces new allegations in Virginia Giuffre memoir The posthumous memoir of the late Virginia Giuffre has been published and details sexual encounters with Jeffrey Epstein and his partner Ghislaine Maxwell. Ms Giuffre also outlines alleged sexual encounters with Britain's Prince Andrew. It comes amid growing pressure on the British Royal Family to formally remove the prince's titles. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-10-22T00:09Z 209K followers, 37.6K engagements
"The rhino has disappeared A life-sized statue of a rhino that stands on a plinth in the River Dodder next to The Dropping Well pub in Milltown in Dublin appears to have been totally submerged such is the height of the river after Storm Chandra. Several puzzled onlookers have been asking 'where's the rhino' - a local landmark for more than two decades. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T15:41Z 207K followers, 11.7K engagements
"She was only starting out in life Grace Lynchs mother tells funeral Hundreds of people gathered at St Oliver Plunketts church in Finglas this morning for the funeral of Grace Lynch who died after being hit by a scrambler bike last weekend. Graces mother Siobhn said the teenager was loved by many and was only starting out in life. She told mourners that Grace will be missed forever and that life will never be the same again. An 18-year-old man is currently before the courts charged with dangerous driving causing her death. #ireland #dublin"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T17:01Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"President Connolly scores with a no-look shot as she shoots hoops in Belfast President Catherine Connolly has given a further demonstration of her sporting prowess at the start of her three-day visit to Northern Ireland the first official visit of her presidency. President Connolly displayed some impressive basketball skills during a visit to the Peace Players programme at a sports centre attached to Queens University Belfast. Peace Players is an organisation which uses basketball to build reconciliation between young people from both communities. #belfast #northernireland #ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T13:56Z 209K followers, 11K engagements
"Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley attend Dublin premiere of Hamnet With Oscar buzz building around Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley for their performances in Hamnet the Irish acting pair took to the red carpet in Dublin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T21:43Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Donald Trump says US will run Venezuela US President Donald Trump has said he will run Venezuela until a safe transition can be found. His comments come after Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were flown out of Venezuela in the early hours of this morning after a wave of US strikes on the country. Donald Trump has accused Mr Maduro of being responsible for the flow of drugs into the United States. Mr Maduro says the US President wants to control the country's oil reserves which are the largest in the world. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T18:39Z 208K followers, 20.5K engagements
"Dublin school opens time capsule from year [----] Dozens of students past and present gathered at the Sacred Heart of Jesus National School in Huntstown Dublin to look at contents of a time capsule that had been sealed for over [--] years. Over two decades ago students at the school contributed letters drawings or pictures to the capsule which was sealed in January [----]. It was opened last November and an event was held on Thursday inviting the pupils of the time and their families to view the letters and drawings. #ireland #dublin #leinster"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T09:07Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Frustration and desperation at Dublin apartment viewing There were stories of desperation worry and frustration at an apartment viewing in Dublin city with many being evicted from their homes at the end of next week and nowhere to go. Price and the availability of rental properties are making the search impossible for some. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2023-03-24T20:52Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Children transform Dublin railway arches Children in Dublins north inner city have been praised for transforming railway arches in the heart of their community into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Seventeen local children from Ballybough were inspired by visits to the National Botanic Gardens and other community gardens across the city. #rtenews #dublin #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T15:51Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Taoiseach indicates he will vote for Humphreys in Presidential Election Michel Martin has indicated he will be voting for Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys in the Presidential Election. The Taoiseach added that his party would not be directing its supporters to vote for either of the two candidates still in the campaign. Asked who he would be voting for Mr Martin replied: Heather obviously. #rtenews #ireland #presidentialelection"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T19:30Z 209K followers, 15.4K engagements
"'She was only starting out in life' Grace Lynch's mother tells funeral The funeral mass of Grace Lynch heard that her death has resulted in many feelings including pain hurt loss and anger. The Dublin teenager died after being hit by a scrambler last weekend. Hundreds of people gathered for the funeral at St Oliver Plunkett's Church in Finglas. Grace's mother Siobhn said the 16-year-old was loved by many and was only starting out on life. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T20:15Z 208K followers, 107K engagements
"Taoiseach says Trumps tariffs threat unacceptable Taoiseach Michel Martin has described the threat of tariffs by US President Donald Trump as extraordinary and unacceptable. Yesterday Mr Trump announced that he would impose tariffs on multiple European nations as part of his quest to purchase Greenland. The Taoiseach was speaking on RTs This Week programme. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T14:44Z 209K followers, 15.1K engagements
"Monaghan grandmothers joy as family rescued off Australian coast A Co Monaghan grandmother has spoken of her joy and relief after her daughter and three grandchildren survived a ten-hour ordeal in choppy waters off the Australian coast. Doreen Cunninghams grandson Austin Appelbee was described as superhuman after he swam 4km to shore to get help after a paddleboard and kayak excursion went wrong. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T12:47Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Taoiseach's full interview on Jim Gavin withdrawal from presidential election race Taoiseach Michel Martin has said he takes responsibility for backing Jim Gavin as Fianna Fil's presidential candidate and his dropping out of the race is "a tough day" for the party. Speaking on RTs Six One News Mr Martin said that due diligence was done on Mr Gavin but that an issue involving [----] being owed to a former tenant was "probably buried somewhere in the recesses of his mind". Mr Martin said he accepts that many members of Fianna Fil are hurting after the withdrawal. Amid tensions within the party he"
YouTube Link 2025-10-06T21:28Z 209K followers, 27.9K engagements
"OLeary not insulted Musk called him an idiot Michael O'Leary says he 'takes no insult at all' at being called an 'idiot or a twat' by Elon Musk. The Ryanair Group Chief Executive and the X-owning billionaire have been involved in an online row over recent days after it emerged Ryanair did not want to use Mr Musk's Starlink internet service on its flights. Mr O'Leary said the spat had boosted seat sales. "If he wants to call me an idiot he certainly wont be the first or the last" he added. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T11:52Z 208K followers, 130.2K engagements
"More than [---] dead from Iran protests says US based human rights monitor Unrest in Iran has killed more than [---] people a rights group said today as Tehran threatened to target US military bases if President Donald Trump carries out threats to intervene on behalf of protesters. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-11T21:48Z 209K followers, 17.1K engagements
"President Catherine Connolly speaks of a new Republic in inauguration speech I stand before you humbly and proudly. Catherine Connolly has been inaugurated as the tenth President of Ireland during a ceremony at Dublin Castle. In her address President Connolly said the people have spoken and have used their voices to shape a country that we can be proud of. #rtenews #ireland #president #dublincastle"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T13:53Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Absolutely brilliant - warm welcome for ATUs new veterinary medicine programme Students have welcomed the launch of the first veterinary medicine programme in Connacht and Ulster at Atlantic Technological University. The new course marks a milestone in veterinary education as students who previously wished to become vets had to study in University College Dublin or abroad. These veterinary nursing students at ATU told us it will make a big difference. #rtenews #vet #veterinary #atu #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T17:35Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Orange rain warning for southeast yellow alert elsewhere Preparations are under way as Ireland faces another challenging period of severe rainfall in the next two days. Sandbags and aquadams are being put in place by some local authorities as homeowners and businesses brace for more potential damage due to rising river levels. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T19:05Z 209K followers, 15.1K engagements
"'XL bully ban won't stop them' - Sister of woman killed speaks out The sister of a woman who died after being attacked by her dogs one of which was an XL bully has welcomed the introduction of a ban on the breed but said it should be "stricter." Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news"
YouTube Link 2024-10-01T07:00Z 208K followers, 13.4K engagements
"Anglo-Irish Treaty signed [---] years ago today Today marks the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty in London. The Treaty formally ended the War of Independence set the stage for British withdrawal from most of Ireland and the handover of power to an independent Irish government. It was signed in [--] Downing Street in the early hours of [--] December [----]. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews"
YouTube Link 2021-12-06T19:46Z 208K followers, 22.5K engagements
"Australian teen swims for hours to save family stranded off coast A 13-year-old in Australia swam for hours through rough seas to get help for his family who were stranded off the coast. Austin Appelbees family were eventually found clinging to a paddleboard in the open ocean off the town of Quindalup in Western Australia. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T11:50Z 208K followers, 18.8K engagements
"US free-climber scales Taiwans tallest building A US climber has successfully scaled a Taiwan skyscraper without any safety equipment. It took Alex Honnold an hour-and-a-half to ascend to the top of the 508m high Taipei [---] skyscraper to the delight of thousands of cheering and waving fans. His climb was streamed live on Netflix which had a delay on the live feed should anything happen. When he reached the top Mr Honnold described his achievement as incredible. #taiwan #alexhonnold"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T16:26Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Presidential election Six One News interview: Heather Humphreys Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys has described herself as a "common sense" experienced person and her campaign has seen her be "the real Heather Humphreys". Ms Humphreys said as President she would speak out when she feels it is right and will never be found wanting as centrist pro-European president. "I'm like the vast majority of hard working Irish people I'm in the middle ground" she said. Speaking on RT's Six One News she said that the campaign has been good fun and she has really enjoyed it. For more on"
YouTube Link 2025-10-17T18:22Z 209K followers, 12.1K engagements
"Over half of students receive first choice CAO offer for Level [--] Just over half of all students applying for Level [--] or degree courses via this year's CAO have received an offer of a place on their top choice course and four out of five have been offered one of their top three preferences. In a year where demographic growth has increased pressure for college places these figures are lower than last years - 51% this year compared to 56% with a first preference Level [--] offer last year and 80% as opposed to last years 83% receiving one of their top three preferences. At Level 6/7 90% of students"
YouTube Link 2025-08-27T19:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Star gazers in Ireland enjoy deepest partial solar eclipse for ten years despite cloudy conditions Star gazers across North America and Europe have enjoyed a partial solar eclipse. It was the deepest eclipse in Ireland for ten years with the moon obscuring around half of the sun at its maximum. It was visible in several places despite cloudy conditions. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-03-29T20:10Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Election turnout low as polling stations close Voting in the [----] Presidential Election has now ended with the more than [----] polling stations across the country closing at 10pm. Ballot boxes will now be transported to those centres for secure storage overnight with counting to being at 9am. A result is expected later in the day. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T21:28Z 209K followers, 44.5K engagements
"Irelands Covid-19 response review to issue final report by end of [----] The chairperson of the Government-appointed independent review into how Ireland handled the Covid-19 pandemic has said its final report should be with Government by the end of the year. In an exclusive interview with RT News Professor Anne Scott said that while the review does not have statutory powers it has had an extremely high level of cooperation with government departments and other key parties so far. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T21:22Z 207K followers, [---] engagements
"Lowry holes crucial putt to retain Ryder Cup for Europe Shane Lowry holed the decisive putt to retain the Ryder Cup for Europe before the team went on to win the tournament outright by a 15-13 margin. The team held off a dramatic fightback from the United States at Bethpage Black. Lowry joins the ranks of Irelands Ryder Cup heroes alongside Christy OConnor Jr Eamonn Darcy Phillip Walton and Paul McGinley by making the winning putt to retain the Ryder Cup for Team Europe. #rtenews #rydercup #europe"
YouTube Link 2025-09-29T12:00Z 208K followers, 12.3K engagements
"Clean-up operations underway in south east of Ireland after flooding Clean-up operations are underway in the south east of Ireland after heavy rainfall overnight brought fresh flooding impacting homes and businesses. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T21:19Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Explained: The Good Friday Agreement The Good Friday Agreement was signed [--] years ago. It was a deal based on the idea of co-operation between communities in Northern Ireland. Its aim was to help bring an end to a period of conflict and violence in the North called the Troubles. Here RTs news2day programme for children explains what it's all about. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2023-03-30T17:28Z 209K followers, 26K engagements
"Landslide leaves Sicilian town on cliff edge after storms More than [----] people have been evacuated from the Sicilian town of Niscemi after a major landslide triggered by violent storms left homes teetering on the edge of a cliff. Niscemi a town of about [-----] in south-central Sicily sits on a plateau that authorities say is gradually collapsing toward the plain below driven by water that remains in the subsoil. Footage from the scene showed entire buildings perched on the brink after large sections of the slope gave way. A car was left hanging over the edge visible from inside a collapsed"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T10:11Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Met ireann warns of further possible flooding in southeast As the clean-up operation continues after Storm Chandra Met ireann is warning of further possible flooding in the southeast with heavy rain forecast to fall on saturated ground overnight. A 24-hour Status Yellow rain warning has been issued for five counties in the region from midnight including Co Wexford which bore the brunt of this week's intense rainfall. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T18:32Z 208K followers, 34.9K engagements
"Uisce ireann working to ensure hospitals and vulnerable customers supplied with water Uisce ireanns Water Network Operations Manager Keith Conmy has said water supplies in parts of north Dublin are being impacted due to flooding in Fairview. Mr Conmy said that some customers are experiencing outages and low water pressure and that schools will be impacted. He said that teams are concentrating efforts to make sure local hospitals are supplied. Uisce ireann said the issue is being caused by a large burst on a major water main at Edges Corner. #ireland #dublin #weather"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T10:16Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"The flood kept on rising and we couldnt keep up with it Status Yellow rain warnings are in effect for seven eastern counties with authorities on alert for further flooding. Graiguenamanagh in Co Kilkenny is one of the flood-hit areas. Resident Eoin Bolger said flood waters have destroyed everything in his home. #ireland #flooding #rain #weather"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T16:03Z 208K followers, 18K engagements
"Pope wishes Happy Easter to crowds in St Peters Square Pope Francis has greeted crowds gathered in St Peters Square for Easter blessing despite the 88-year-olds frail health that has kept him from most Holy Week events. Happy Easter said the Argentine pontiff in a weak voice from his wheelchair at the balcony of St Peters Basilica to around [-----] people. The pope traditionally delivers his Urbi et Orbi (To the City and the World) benediction from the balcony that overlooks St Peters Square but he gave that task to his Master of Ceremonies Monsignor Diego Ravelli. #rtenews #easter #vatican"
YouTube Link 2025-04-20T16:10Z 208K followers, 122.6K engagements
"Claire Byrne signs off from RT Radio [--] show Broadcaster and journalist Claire Byrne has signed off from RT Radio [--] saying Its time to hand over the baton. The presenter announced in August that she would be leaving RT to take over the morning show on Newstalk where she previously worked from [----] to [----] from veteran broadcaster Pat Kenny who is moving to the stations weekend schedule. Former Prime Time and RT News: Six One presenter David McCullagh will begin presenting Radio 1s Today show this Monday. #rtenews #ireland #clairebyrne"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T13:37Z 209K followers, 12.6K engagements
"Five injured two seriously in Finglas arson attack A woman and a teenage boy have been seriously injured in an arson attack on a property in Finglas in Dublin in the early hours of this morning. Another woman and two teenage girls were also taken to hospital with what are described as non-life threatening injuries. One line of inquiry being pursued is that the perpetrators may have targeted the wrong home in a case of mistaken identity. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T18:25Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Ex-tenant of Jim Gavin speaks out Deputy Editor of the Sunday World Niall Donald has confirmed that he was the ex-tenant owed money by former presidential candidate for Fianna Fil Jim Gavin. Speaking on the Crime World Podcast with Nicola Tallant Mr Donald said lots of people knew about his history with Mr Gavin While relaying his story in the office which is shared with the Independent and Sunday Independent members of the political staff asked for more detail. #rtenews #presidentialelection #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-08T12:25Z 209K followers, 41.8K engagements
"Inheritance tax debate: ' I'm being discriminated against because I've no children' Watch the full episode on the RT Player: https://www.rte.ie/player/series/upfront-with-katie-hannon/10001371-00-0000epguid=IH10008911-25-0003 Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news"
YouTube Link 2025-01-21T14:16Z 208K followers, 15.2K engagements
"LIVE: Presidential Election [----] Comprehensive coverage of results from the Presidential Election with live count updates from across the country studio analysis reaction and comment Read more Presidential Election coverage: https://www.rte.ie/news News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T16:09Z 209K followers, 10K engagements
"Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back under ceasefire Thousands of displaced Palestinians trekked over the wastelands of Gaza to return to the ruins of their abandoned homes today after a ceasefire took effect and Israeli troops began pulling back under the agreement to end the war. A huge column of people filed on foot north along the coastal road towards Gaza City the enclave's biggest urban area which had been under attack just days ago in one of Israel's biggest offensives of the war. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T17:46Z 209K followers, 10.3K engagements
"Winter Olympics doping chiefs on ski jumper penis-enlargement allegations Winter Olympics doping chiefs have said they will be on the lookout for evidence that ski jumpers are artificially enlarging their penises in an effort to gain aerodynamic advantage. They were asked a press conference if they were aware of reports made in German newspaper Bild that ski jumpers were allegedly using hyaluronic injections to temporarily manipulate the 3D body scanning measurements used to size their competition suits. The suits are skin-tight and extra material could potentially give them more lift as"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T11:02Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"LIVE: BONUS - Behind the Story podcast David McCullagh Katie Hannon and Fran McNulty discuss the Prime Time Presidential Election TV debate tune in for in-depth analysis and reaction to the night's key moments. Read more Presidential Election coverage: https://www.rte.ie/news News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys News RTE presidential debate prime time catherine connolly heather humphreys"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T22:20Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Catherine Connolly declared tenth President of Ireland Catherine Connolly has been declared the tenth president of Ireland following an inauguration ceremony at Dublin Castle. The ceremony took place in St Patrick's Hall where all presidents have been inaugurated since [----]. It began with a service of prayer and reflection. Former president Michael D Higgins received a round of applause as he arrived in the hall. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T19:26Z 209K followers, 17.5K engagements
"Trump's tariff threats 'risk dangerous downward spiral' European leaders slammed US President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland warning transatlantic ties were at risk. Several European countries - including Denmark of which Greenland is an autonomous territory - emphasised they "stand united" against Mr Trump's vow yesterday to hit them with tariffs of up to 25% unless Greenland is ceded to the United States. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T18:29Z 209K followers, 17.6K engagements
"Geldof says he would have walked the Presidential Election Bob Geldof has said he would have walked the Presidential Election. The musician was speaking at an event at TU Dublin to mark the 50th anniversary of The Boomtown Rats first gig. Over the summer Geldof had been linked with a run for the ras and has previously acknowledged that he had spoken with Taoiseach and Fianna Fil leader Michel Martin on the topic. #rtenews #ireland #presidentialelection"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:58Z 209K followers, 12.7K engagements
"Irelands Chief Rabbi says Jewish people need to be seen Chief Rabbi of Ireland Yoni Wieder described the mass shooting in Bondi Beach as a barbaric heinous act of terrorism against the Jewish community. Speaking at an event in Herzog Park in Dublin to mark the second day of Hanukkah he said people were apprehensive to attend the event this evening but he told his community they needed to make an extra effort to come out and be seen. #rtenews #dublin #ireland #bondi #sydney"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T20:45Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"How do you vote in a Presidential Election The Presidential Election race is almost run with voters set to have their say at the polls. For tens of thousands of people this will be the very first time they vote. If you are not sure what to expect when you go to your polling station we've got you covered. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T06:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Alan Kelly says he wont support Connollys ras bid Labour TD Alan Kelly has again said he will not support Catherine Connolly in the election nor will the Labour councillors in his area. Speaking at Labours meeting ahead of the autumn Dil and Seanad session which is being held in Nenagh in his constituency he said that he respects the position of the party in backing the Independent Galway-West TD and the issue is not festering. Labour leader Ivana Bacik revealed that Mr Kelly and herself had frank discussions on the matter but 86% of the partys decision-making body opted to support Catherine"
YouTube Link 2025-09-04T17:40Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Everything is destroyed - mother-of-three walks through her flooded home A mother-of-three says flooding has destroyed everything at her home in Kilternan in South Dublin. Amy Cullens house was one of several in the area which were flooded after a mountain stream burst its banks during Storm Chandra. Were just devastated absolutely devastated she said as she assessed the damage for the first time. #ireland #stormchandra #weather #flooding"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T17:59Z 207K followers, 28.4K engagements
"Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys take part in radio debate Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys clash during debate on RT Radio 1s Drivetime with Sarah McInerney and Cormac hEadhra. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T17:48Z 208K followers, 36.1K engagements
"Kingspan made false claim about Grenfell insulation product The report on the Grenfell Tower fire that killed [--] people has found that Irish company Kingspan knowingly created a "false market" in insulation for use on buildings over [--] metres in height. Kingspan's K15 insulation product made up around 5% of the insulation in the tower block and was used without the company's knowledge"
YouTube Link 2024-09-04T20:24Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"People react to Jim Gavins withdrawal from Presidential Election People in Rathfarnham in Dublin have been reacting to Jim Gavins decision to withdraw from the Presidential Election race. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-10-06T11:36Z 209K followers, 30.8K engagements
"Trump condemns but wont apologise for racist video US President Donald Trump condemned but did not apologise for a video on his social media account depicting former president Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama as apes. The minute-long video shared on Mr Trumps Truth Social network late on Thursday amplified false claims that his [----] election defeat was the result of fraud. The post triggered swift bipartisan criticism for dehumanising people of African descent. The White House first defended the racist post yesterday then deleted it [--] hours after it appeared. #us #donaldtrump"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T15:11Z 209K followers, 14.4K engagements
"Charlie Kirks widow Erika says her cries will echo around the world like a battle cry The widow of prominent right-wing activist Charlie Kirk has delivered her first public remarks vowing that her husbands mission would continue despite his assassination. Erika Kirk described her husband as a man who laid down his life for our nation and warned those responsible that the movement will not die. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Charlie Kirk Trump News RTE Charlie Kirk Trump"
YouTube Link 2025-09-13T08:26Z 209K followers, 19.6K engagements
"TCD's debating society deemed world's oldest A Trinity College Dublin student debating society has been deemed the world's oldest according to the Guinness Book of Records. The College Historical Society or 'Hist' as its known is this year celebrating [---] years in existence. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2023-09-19T13:22Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"XL bully ban due to fear of further attacks says Minister Minister Heather Humphreys has said she fears attacks by XL bully dogs "will become more frequent" if action is not taken as she announced that the breed are to be banned under new regulations to be introduced later this year"
YouTube Link 2024-07-12T19:50Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Dubliners are shell-shocked and saddened after fatal bus crash The Lord Mayor of Dublin Ray McAdam says Dubliners are shell-shocked and saddened after a bus crash in the city centre left one person dead and three others injured. #ireland #dublin"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T17:19Z 208K followers, 11.6K engagements
"Wexford sisters make hundreds of St Brigids crosses Its St Brigid's Day and these sisters from Co Wexford have been busy making hundreds of St Brigids crosses in the run-up to the bank holiday weekend. Nellie Eppie and Nan Fortune sell their crosses online and spend their evenings after school working to fulfil their orders. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T08:00Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Students excited for this years Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition Thousands of students from across Ireland will arrive at the RDS in Dublin this week for the [----] Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. We asked these students from Luttrellstown Community College in Dublin what they're most looking forward about this year's event. #stripe #youngscientist #ireland #technology"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T18:19Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Wayward stray puts the cat among the sprinters in Turkey A stray cat crossed the track just as a group of sprinters were reaching the finish line during a 100m race in Istanbul on Saturday. https://www.rte.ie/news/newslens/2020/0914/1165139-cat-100m-sprint-turkey/ The interloper suddenly dashed across the track just as the lead runners were finishing the Balkan U20 [---] championship. Footage released by the Turkish Athletics Federation showed some athletes trying to avoid tripping over the cat. Turkish athlete Umut Uysal won the race. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2020-09-14T15:03Z 209K followers, 26.3K engagements
"Further flooding possible as clean-up efforts continue As the clean up from Storm Chandra continues for a second day the National Emergency Coordination Group has warned of the potential for further flooding in the coming days. In addition to a Status Yellow rain warning in effect in the southeast at the moment a second warning has been issued for seven counties tomorrow. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T18:18Z 208K followers, 13.7K engagements
"Bohs net climate goals thanks to unique initiative Amid all the talk of "climate goals" and #COP26 one League of Ireland football club has been setting - and netting - some climate goals of its own. Bohemians say sport has an important role to play in raising awareness of climate change - and ultimately tackling it. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE Ireland Dublin Bohs Bohemians League of Ireland Football Climate COP26 News RTE"
YouTube Link 2021-10-29T06:00Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Wicklow man reveals incredible weight-loss journey to join garda ACo Wicklow man has revealed the 'incredible' weight-loss journey which has seen him finally join An Garda Sochna after [--] years of trying. Conor Finan lost ten-and-a half-stone in three years having failed the garda fitness test and the medical on previous occasions. He has worked as an undertaker a fireman and in public relations but says he always wanted to join the garda. Garda Finanis one of [---] new graduates and will be stationed in Tallaght. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T13:33Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Why is the US boycotting the G20 summit The G20 summit is under way in South Africa but why is the United States not there For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T15:04Z 208K followers, 16.5K engagements
"Trump says import restrictions will reduce drug prices US President Donald Trump has said he would use import restrictions to force foreign suppliers to cut drug prices and that pharmaceutical companies would have a lot of problems if they did not agree to bring prices down. The US is the biggest market by sales for big pharma companies with the pharmaceutical sector employing around [-----] people in Ireland. Total Irish exports were valued at [-----] billion last year with roughly one third going to the US. #rtenews #us #eu #ireland #pharmaceuticals #donaldtrump"
YouTube Link 2025-07-23T07:32Z 208K followers, 19.7K engagements
"Pro-Palestinian protesters confront Trump at dinner in Washington DC Pro-Palestinian protesters confronted US President Donald Trump as he arrived at a restaurant in Washington DC. The protesters chanted Free Palestine. Trump is the Hitler of our time before being escorted out of the restaurant. #rtenews #palestine #donaldtrump"
YouTube Link 2025-09-10T07:08Z 208K followers, 10.3K engagements
"Storm Chandra brings strong winds and localised flooding Met ireann warns of hazardous travel conditions as Storm Chandra brings strong winds and heavy rain across the country. The forecaster said persistent rain will fall on already saturated ground leading to a risk of localised and river flooding. A Status Yellow rain warning is in effect for Carlow Kilkenny Louth Wexford Wicklow and Waterford until 11pm. The entire country also remains under a Status Yellow wind warning until the same time as Storm Chandra passes over the country. #stormchandra #ireland #weather"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T08:31Z 207K followers, 10.4K engagements
"Are you expecting a delivery from Fastway over the coming days Are you expecting a delivery from Fastway over the coming days The parent company of Fastway delivery and logistics company Nuvion Group has entered receivership. Around [---] direct jobs are under threat while it is understood hundreds of additional jobs could be affected among subcontractors franchisees and solo operators across the delivery network. Nuvion Group includes Parcel Connect Fastway Couriers Ireland and Ngo. #rtenews #ireland #fastway"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T18:15Z 209K followers, 11K engagements
"Snow swirls as winter storm grips New York A powerful winter storm has spread a mix of heavy snow sleet and freezing rain from the south to the northeast of the United States. An estimated [---] million Americans were warned to bundle up against cold ranging from sub-zero temperatures along the Canadian border to below-freezing as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. The National Weather Service also predicted widespread and prolonged travel disruptions. #us #newyork #weather #snow #storm"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T07:14Z 207K followers, 11K engagements
"Irish citizenship an honour for Bundee Aki Irish rugby player Bundee Aki is among [----] people who became citizens of Ireland at ceremonies taking place in Dublins Convention Centre"
YouTube Link 2024-09-16T20:02Z 209K followers, 15.5K engagements
"Opposition to Occupied Territories Bill challenged in Oireachtas committee Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan rejected claims by former justice minister Alan Shatter that the Occupied Territories Bill is fantasy politics. He was speaking at the Oireachtas foreign affairs committee where consideration of the Bill is under way. #rtenews #oireachtas #middleeast"
YouTube Link 2025-07-15T17:33Z 209K followers, 41.5K engagements
"Law to ban scramblers in public places to be called Graces Law Taoiseach Michel Martin has said legislation banning scramblers in public places will be called Graces Law. Speaking on his way into Cabinet he said this followed a suggestion from Grace Lynchs mother. Last month 16-year-old Grace Lynch died after being hit by a scrambler in Finglas in Dublin. #ireland #scramblers"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T11:36Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Attempts to board grounded trawler called off amid tricky sea conditions Efforts to board the grounded trawler off Cuan an Daingin have been called off because of tricky sea conditions with the decision to be re-visited tomorrow. The 350-tonne French registered vessel was driven on to rocks near Binn Bn lighthouse early yesterday afternoon. Fourteen fishermen were airlifted off the stricken vessel by helicopter. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T19:29Z 209K followers, 91.5K engagements
"Fury over migrant boat model on Co Tyrone bonfire Politicians in Northern Ireland have condemned the placing of a boat containing models of migrants on a loyalist bonfire in Co Tyrone due to be set alight tomorrow night. A sign placed on the bonfire states "stop the boats". In Belfast the city council has voted to send in contractors to remove a bonfire deemed to pose a risk to the electricity supply to two major hospitals. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-07-09T21:06Z 208K followers, 60.1K engagements
"First group of Gazans arrive in Ireland to study in universities The first group of [--] young Palestinians from Gaza have arrived in Ireland to begin a new life as students in Irish universities. They are the first group of what will be [--] Palestinians overall with the remainder to arrive in the coming days. In what has been a complex and sensitive operation which involved securing permission to leave Gaza and transit through Israel from the Israeli authorities as well as entry permission from Jordan the students got the green light in messages sent to their phones on Tuesday. For more on this"
YouTube Link 2025-08-28T20:26Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Over [-----] new homes completed in [----] A total of [-----] homes were built in Ireland last year an increase of 20.4% on [----] according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office. The figures are higher than most economists had expected and represent the largest number of completions since [----] when figures were first compiled. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T18:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Bohemian FC organise Christmas toy drive for children in Direct Provision An initiative to bring Christmas presents to [----] children in Direct Provision has been organised by Bohemian FC in Dublin following a fundraising drive that raised [-----] mainly at the team's Phibsboro base. Organiser Dan Lambert who is the Chief Operations Officer with Bohemian FC says everyone is conscious that while Covid-19 has been hard for everybody it has been particularly difficult for families in asylum centres. The initiative is being carried out in conjunction with the Movement for Asylum Seekers in Ireland"
YouTube Link 2020-12-02T21:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"tiktok amnesty VERT Amnesty International has delivered a global petition to TikTok's office in Dublin calling on the platform to do more to protect children and young people from harmful content. The petition which has [------] signatures from around the world was handed over by four young digital rights activists from Ireland Argentina and France. Last week TikTok hosted a European Trust and Safety Forum where it announced a new 'Time and Wellbeing Space' that TikTok said will "help people relax and build mindful digital habits" while using the app. "This update builds on our ongoing work to"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T15:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Israel partially reopens Gazas Rafah border crossing to Egypt with tight limits Israel has reopened the border between Gaza and Egypt for residents on foot only a move that would allow Palestinians to leave the enclave and let back in those who want to return after fleeing the war. The reopening of the Rafah border crossing will be limited with Israel demanding security checks for Palestinians entering and exiting. Ambulances and aid trucks lined up and moved towards the gate on Egypts side of Rafah crossing with Gaza. #gaza #egypt #middleeast"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T11:28Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Trump tells Iran to make a nuclear deal or 'worse' attack to come Iran says it will deliver an unprecedented retaliation to any US attack as it responded to a military threat from Donald Trump. The US president said a "massive Armada" was moving quickly towards the Gulf weeks after pledging to intervene during a deadly crackdown on demonstrations. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T19:00Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Things to look out for in the Presidential Election count What can we expect as counting gets under way in Irelands Presidential Election For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Ireland President Election News RTE Ireland President Election"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T09:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"The biggest moments from US President Trumps first year back in the White House It has been a rollercoaster first year back in the White House for US President Donald Trump. Mr Trump has expanded his presidential power and reshaped America's relations with the world. RT News reporter Jackie Fox rewinds through some of the key moments of Trump [---] For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T07:00Z 208K followers, [---] engagements
"A look back at the life of Pope Francis who has died at the age of [--]. The Vatican has announced the death of Pope Francis at the age of [--]. He was the first Latin American Pope the first Jesuit and the first to take the name Francis. For more on Francis life and legacy go to http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE Pope Francis Vatican Catholic News RTE Pope Francis Vatican Catholic"
YouTube Link 2025-04-21T09:48Z 208K followers, 11.1K engagements
"Waterford's Theatre Royal has its first artist-in-residence The Theatre Royal in Waterford is over [---] years old but for the first time in its history an artist-in-residence is in situ at the renowned venue as part of a programme of work which will continue until summer. The honour of filling the seat fell to actor Jamie Beamish who grew up in Waterford city and had his first taste of treading the boards in the Theatre Royal and the role is one of many he has been filling lately. Mr Beamish has just finished shooting the third series of Derry Girls while his role as Nigel Berbrooke in"
YouTube Link 2022-01-03T20:45Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"He felt my pain - Irish abuse survivor receives apology from Pope Pope Leo XIV has apologised to abuse survivor David Ryan who featured in the RT documentary Blackrock Boys following a meeting between the two at the Vatican. Mr Ryan described the experience as amazing and credited the Pope for his empathy. Pope Leo who had listened to the documentary said that what stood out for him was when David Ryans father on learning that his younger son had been abused [--] years previously called his older son Mark who also revealed he had been abused. They spoke about Mark for a time whose photo Mr Ryan"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T15:41Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Manifesto in a minute: Sinn Fin Sinn Fin has launched its manifesto for the General Election. Here's what's in it - in a minute. #rtenews #GE24 #Election24 #SinnFin"
YouTube Link 2024-11-19T16:39Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Zelensky fears US might lose interest in peace process Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he fears the US could lose interest in the peace efforts. It comes as Russia's Vladimir Putin is meeting US envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner in Moscow for Ukraine talks. At the Ireland-Ukraine Economic Forum which held its first meeting today Mr Zelensky was asked if he was afraid that the US might lose interest in the process. #rtenews #ireland #ukraine #dublin"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T19:11Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Is the United Nations really about to collapse The UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres wrote a letter last week to the UN's [---] member states to "underscore the gravity of the current financial situation". The organisation faced the very real prospect of "financial collapse" he wrote adding that cash could run out as early as July. Was the UNs top man exaggerating #unitednations"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T14:42Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Irish students collaborate on plans for post-war Kharkiv Architecture students from the University of Limerick and University College Dublin are taking part in a workshop in Warsaw focusing on post-war designs for the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. Organised in conjunction with the Kharkiv School of Architecture the two-week workshop involves teams of Irish Ukrainian Polish and Czech students. Located 30km from the current frontline Kharkiv has been shelled repeatedly by Russian forces since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February [----]. Students from the Kharkiv"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T10:11Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Bono calls for end to war during speech at awards ceremony U2s Bono issued a call to stop war at the Ivor Novello Awards ceremony at Londons Grosvenor House. The group became the first Irish songwriters to be awarded an academy fellowship at the 70th year of the awards ceremony known as The Ivors. #rtenews #london #dublin #middleeast #bono #u2 #ivorsacademy"
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T14:29Z 208K followers, 23.5K engagements
""Something had to give" - The [--] Johnnies on their departure from RT 2FM The [--] Johnnies have admitted that something had to give in terms of their workload - and thats the reason theyve quit 2FM. #Shorts #The2Johnnies Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2024-05-26T17:12Z 209K followers, 31.9K engagements
"Trump dismisses health rumours as fake news US President Donald Trump has dismissed social media rumours that have swirled about his health as fake news during a press conference at the White House. #rtenews #us #donaldtrump"
YouTube Link 2025-09-02T20:26Z 209K followers, 28.8K engagements
"A man has died and three people hospitalised after a Bus ireann bus mounted a pavement in Dublin A man has died and three people have been injured one seriously after a bus drove down a pedestrianised street in Dublin city this afternoon. Garda said the man was declared dead at the scene on North Earl Street. The three people in hospital are said to have "injuries of various severity". They said they were "not in a position to provide any further information on casualties at this early stage". For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T19:48Z 209K followers, 44.4K engagements
"NECG warns flooding may persist in areas across Ireland The National Emergency Coordination Group has said that despite an expected improvement in weather conditions surface flooding persists and river flooding is still anticipated in some areas. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T21:43Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Protesters in Dublin call for end to conflict in Sudan Protesters gathered at the Spire on OConnell Street in Dublin city to raise awareness of the conflict and humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Dr Rania Ahmed the President of Sudanese Doctors Union of Ireland which organised the rally said the news coming from her country is horrific. Dr Ahmed said Sudan needs peace and the people there need food and medicine basic human needs. #rtenews #sudan #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T18:13Z 207K followers, [----] engagements
"'My hand is killing me' - Students react to first Leaving Cert exam The State exams are under way with English Paper [--] first up for those sitting the Leaving Cert. These students at St Peter's College in Dunboyne Co Meath gave their reaction after the first exam. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews"
YouTube Link 2023-06-07T13:46Z 208K followers, 60K engagements
"Lotto programme to be outsourced by RT committee told RT will deliver a surplus this year and next as the organisation is now on a firm financial footing. Director General Kevin Bakhurst has told the Oireachtas Committee on Arts Media and Communications that at least [--] people will voluntarily leave the organisation this year. The committee also heard that more programmes will be outsourced including the weekly Lotto draw. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-12-10T20:31Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"US military seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker in Atlantic The United States has seized a Venezuelan linked Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic about 200kms off the Icelandic coast. The operation was carried out by the US Coast Guard and US military with support from the UK's Ministry of Defence and came following more than a two-week long pursuit across the Atlantic. Later the US seized a second sanctioned oil tanker in the Caribbean. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T22:44Z 207K followers, 20.6K engagements
"Arklow businesses prepare for potential flooding amid rain warning Businesses in Arklow Co Wicklow have been preparing for the possibility of flooding as a Status Orange rain warning is in place for the county. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T14:39Z 209K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Irish woman on Israeli strike on Doha An Irish woman living in Doha has described how her building shook following an Israeli strike on the Qatari capital. Niamh Collins said there was black smoke everywhere after the attack on senior Hamas leaders. Qatar has condemned the action as cowardly and called it a blatant violation of international law. #rtenews #doha #middleeast"
YouTube Link 2025-09-09T17:26Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Venezuelans in Ireland react to Maduro removal A number of Venezuelans in Ireland have welcomed the removal of Nicolas Maduro from power but are concerned about what is next for the South American country. The deposed Venezuelan leader is in a New York detention centre awaiting drug charges after President Donald Trump ordered a raid to capture him saying the US would take control of the oil-producing nation. #ireland #venezuela #us"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T19:46Z 209K followers, 11.9K engagements
"US envoy Witkoff to inspect aid distribution in Gaza US President Donald Trumps envoy is due to inspect aid distribution in Gaza as a food crisis drives mounting international pressure for a ceasefire. Steve Witkoff who has been involved in months of stalled negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shortly after his arrival in Israel yesterday. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Mr Witkoff who visited Gaza in January would inspect distribution sites and secure a plan to deliver more food and meet with"
YouTube Link 2025-08-01T06:50Z 207K followers, [----] engagements
"Key moments from The Week in Politics Irish Presidential debate There are three candidates in the contest for the tenth President of Ireland the successor to President Michael D Higgins. Candidates Catherine Connolly Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys joined ine Lawlor for The Week in Politics presidential debate. Here are the key moments from that debate. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T14:23Z 209K followers, 25.1K engagements
"Forestry programme aims to boost diversity in Irish woodlands A new forestry programme worth [---] billion has been announced by the Government. The schemeaims to deliver more diverse forest which will meet multiple societal economic social and environmental objective Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews"
YouTube Link 2022-11-03T19:46Z 207K followers, [----] engagements
"Watch back: CAO offers days - your questions answered with a guidance counsellor Shauna Burdis is live with guidance counsellor Donnchadh O'Mahony answering all your questions about CAO offers day. Read more political coverage: https://www.rte.ie/news News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-08-27T12:28Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Jewish community in Cork express solidarity with people in Bondi Beach The Jewish community in Cork have expressed their solidarity with the people of Sydney following the recent gun attack on Bondi Beach. They were speaking at Shalom Park in the city where they were celebrating the last night of Hanukkah with the lighting of an art installation. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T20:16Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Venezuelan president Maduro pleads not guilty to narco-terrorism charges Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has pleaded not guilty to charges of narco-terrorism after the US military seized him at the weekend and brought him to New York. The 63-year-old and his wife appeared in a New York federal court charged in relation to four criminal counts that include cocaine importation conspiracy and possession of machine guns and destructive devices. "I am innocent. I am not guilty. I am a decent man. I am still president of my country" Mr Maduro said through an interpreter before being cut"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T18:52Z 208K followers, 21.1K engagements
"How bringing a baby into class is helping to teach children empathy Barnardos has called for Government funding to extend a project which brings babies into classrooms to teach students how to talk about their emotions. The childrens charity says central funding is needed to sustain and expand the Roots of Empathy initiative which is currently running in [---] schools. As part of the project a baby and parent visits a classroom once every three weeks during the school year. #ireland #barnardos #empathy #baby"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T11:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Zelensky says Trump agreed to post-war security guarantees for Ukraine Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelensky has said a document on US security guarantees in the event of a ceasefire in Ukraine is ready to be signed. Mr Zelensky was speaking in Davos following a meeting with US President Donald Trump which lasted around an hour. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T21:46Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Netanyahu rebukes Western nations over Palestinian recognition Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sharply denounced Western countries for embracing Palestinian statehood and accused them of buckling under pressure from activists and others who have accused Israel of war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza. Speaking at the UN General Assembly the Israeli leader pushed back in harsh terms against a flurry of diplomatic moves by leading US allies that deepened Israel's international isolation over its conduct of the nearly two-year-old war against Hamas militants in Gaza. For more on"
YouTube Link 2025-09-26T17:33Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"27000 home energy upgrades completed last year - SEAI Almost [-----] home energy upgrades were completed last year - an 80% increase on [----] - according to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland. The number of homes upgraded to a B2 Building Energy Rating (BER) has also increased to [----] last year up from [----] in [----] and [----] in [----]. The total number of homes upgraded to B2 over the last four years stands at [-----]. The National Retrofit Plan has set a target of [------] homes upgraded to a B2 by [----] target and some pubic representatives say the SEAI is not on course to meet it."
YouTube Link 2023-03-27T19:09Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Storm Chandra causes major travel disruption for commuters Storm Chandra is causing major travel disruption for commuters. Rachel Kelly from Newtownmountkennedy has been commuting to her job in Dublin this morning for over two and a half hours. She sent us this video of the flooding outside the window of the bus she is on which shows heavy flooding between the N11s J8 and J9 around the roundabout at Circle K Rockfield. Flooding had been reported in the area earlier this morning which has led to delays. #stormchandra #ireland #weather"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T10:31Z 208K followers, 74.2K engagements
"Trump says Putin agreed to not attack Kyiv for a week US President Donald Trump has said his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin has agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv and other cities for a week as Moscow's strikes leave Ukraine facing its toughest winter since the start of the war. Russian strikes on Ukraine's power infrastructure have left millions with disrupted light heating and water supplies in freezing temperatures pushing the war-battered country towards a humanitarian crisis. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T20:43Z 208K followers, 11.4K engagements
"What happened at the Oireachtas Media Committee Executives from Meta TikTok and Google faced questions and criticisms of their online safety policies at a hearing of the Oireachtas Media Committee today - heres what happened. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T18:19Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Its pathetic - Newsom accuses European leaders of being complicit with Trump California Governor Gavin Newsom accused European leaders of complicity towards US President Donald Trumps threat to take over Greenland. Speaking to reporters at the World Economic Forum in Davos Mr Newsom said Its time to have principles. Its time to stand tall and strong. #us #europe #greenland"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T16:07Z 209K followers, 30.2K engagements
"Trinity students caught in Mount Etna eruption amid panic A group of Trinity College students has told of the confusion fear and anxiety after they were caught in the middle of Mount Etnas eruption in Sicily this morning while on holiday to celebrate their graduation. Just minutes after their minibus arrived at the volcano an explosion of pyroclastic material - a dense mix of hot slabs of lava pumice ash and volcanic gas - caused immediate panic. One student Marina recalled how smoke rapidly poured towards them down the side of the crater. #rtenews #sicily #volcano #mountetna"
YouTube Link 2025-06-02T16:54Z 208K followers, 75.6K engagements
"Heres what you need to know on the Presidential Election Independent Catherine Connolly holds a commanding lead in the Presidential Election with half of first counts in while over [------] spoiled votes have been recorded so far. So heres everything you need to know about the outcome from the race for the ras. #rtenews #aras25 #presidentialelection #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T15:27Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"US Mint ends penny production after [---] years The US has officially minted its last ever penny - ending [---] years of production. Heres why America is ditching the one cent coin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T16:09Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"EUs 90bn Ukraine loan the price of war says Taoiseach Taoiseach Michel Martin has welcomed the EU decision to raise a 90bn loan to fund Ukraine which he described as the "price of war" adding that "we hope for peace" from Russia's "devastating war". The Fianna Fil leader was in Brussels yesterday for a European Council meeting with EU leaders that led to them agreeing to raise a 90bn loan to fund Ukraine for the next two years however they stopped short of adopting a proposal to use tens of billions of euro in frozen Russian assets to underwrite a long-term funding package. For more on this"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T18:24Z 209K followers, 11.8K engagements
"Gisele Pelicot applauded after testimony in mass abuse trial Supporters showered French woman Gisele Pelicot the victim of an alleged mass rape orchestrated by her husband with applause and gave her flowers as she exited the courtroom this morning after taking the stand to testify in the trial. She was allegedly drugged and raped by dozens of men recruited by her husband Dominique Pelicot. Gisele Pelicot insisted on a public trial in an attempt to expose her former husband and the [--] men he is accused of inviting to rape her in a small village in southern France. Keep up to date with all the"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T13:50Z 208K followers, 121.2K engagements
"Presidential Election Six One News interview: Catherine Connolly Independent Presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has said the electorate have a clear choice to elect an independent minded person who will "reflect the core values of our people who will be a voice for peace in a very volatile world". Asked if she would speak out or "toe the line" if elected President Ms Connolly said she has had many different roles over the years including working as a barrister and a teacher and always demonstrated that she acted with fairness and professionalism. Speaking on RT's Six One News she said"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T21:07Z 209K followers, 20.7K engagements
"EU states hold off on retaliatory measures against US EU member states have held off imposing immediate retaliatory trade measures against the United States according to an EU diplomat. Our Europe Editor Tony Connelly has the latest from Brussels. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T21:35Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Emergency services at scene of fatal bus crash in Dublin city One person has died and three others have been injured after a bus drove down a pedestrianised street in Dublin city this afternoon. Minister for Justice Jim OCallaghan confirmed that one person died in the incident on Dublins North Earl Street this afternoon. A Bus ireann double decker bus was coming up Talbot street at around 12.30pm to take a left on to the one way system on to Marlborough Street. However the bus appears to have careered across the road and on to the pedestrianised area of North Earl Street. #dublin #ireland"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T14:24Z 209K followers, 19.6K engagements
"New age verification rules for social media platforms in place New online safety rules will require video-sharing platforms to have effective age verification systems. Social media sites such as Instagram Facebook TikTok and X will be legally obliged to protect users from harmful content under the Online Safety Code. Companies will face fines for breaches of up to [--] million or 10% of a platform's annual turnover whichever is greater. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-07-21T20:49Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Have you considered a career in STEM Almost [----] teenage girls have been learning all about careers in science technology engineering and maths at iWish2026 in Dublin. #ireland #stem #dublin"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T17:07Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Monaghan mother amazed at sons bravery in sea rescue The Irish mother of an Australian boy who swam for four hours through choppy waters off western Australia to get help for his family has said she is "amazed" at her son's bravery and added she "knew he could do it". 13-year-old Austin Appelbee made it across 4km of ocean to raise the alarm after his mother Joanne who is originally from Carrickmacross Co Monaghan and two younger siblings were swept out to sea. The family had gone kayaking and paddle-boarding on the water when the incident happened. For more on this story and all the latest"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T21:15Z 208K followers, 16.7K engagements
"Time for US to move on from Epstein scandal says Trump US President Donald Trump has made a fresh plea for Americans to move on from the Epstein files. Mr Trump insisted once again that he had been cleared by the newest trove of files linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein as he faced renewed questions at the White House. It comes as Former British ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson faces a criminal probe amid allegations he passed confidential information to Epstein. #us #epstein #donaldtrump"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T08:27Z 208K followers, 25.3K engagements
"UCC palaeontologists discover new fossil reptile species An international team of researchers including palaeontologists at University College Cork discovered a new species of fossil reptile from the Triassic period. The 247-million-year-old Mirasaura grauvogeli from the Grs Voltzia locality in northeastern France had a large crest made of complex plume-like structures - long before modern-type feathers evolved. The research includes UCC palaeontologists Prof Maria McNamara Dr Valentina Rossi and Dr Tiffany Slater. #rtenews #universitycollegecork #palaeontology #dinosaurs #fossils"
YouTube Link 2025-07-24T18:44Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Five Latin American countries and Spain reject outside 'control' of Venezuela Five Latin American countries and Spain warned against any outside bid for "control" of Venezuela. The country's toppled leader is in a New York detention centre awaiting drug charges after US President Trump ordered an audacious raid to capture him saying the US would take control of the oil-producing nation. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T19:11Z 208K followers, 12.6K engagements
"The River Slaney has burst its banks in Enniscorthy Co Wexford A view from Enniscorthy Castle shows the River Slaney has burst its banks after Storm Chandra hits Ireland. Engineer at Wexford County Council Sinead Casey has said that there is no connectivity across Enniscorthy at the moment and the river Slaney is still rising so its a wait and see situation. She said that the flooding impact is quite large in Enniscorthy town the quays new bridge island road and templeshannon as well as part of the old N11 at the promenade and the promenade itself. #weather #ireland #stormchandra"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T10:05Z 208K followers, 45.7K engagements
"NATO to beef up eastern flank following drone incursion NATO has announced plans to beef up the defence of Europe's eastern flank two days after Poland shot down drones that had violated its airspace in the first known action of its kind by a member of the Western alliance during Russia's war in Ukraine. Warsaw has portrayed the drone incursions as an attempt by Russia to test the capabilities of Poland and NATO to respond. Russia said its forces had been attacking Ukraine at the time of the drone incursions and that it had not intended to hit any targets in Poland. For more on this story and"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T19:33Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Explosions over Doha as Iran targets US base in Qatar Israel continued to attack Iran today as the world waited to see how the Iranian regime will respond to yesterday's unprecedented airs strikes on its nuclear facilities by the United States. Israel's missiles struck Tehran the underground Fordo nuclear site and Iran's notorious Evin jail where political dissidents are held. There are reports of Iranian missiles being launched across the Persian Gulf towards American bases in Qatar with explosions heard across the capital Doha"
YouTube Link 2025-06-23T21:09Z 208K followers, 97.1K engagements
"Opposition parties welcome Catherine Connollys victory in Presidential Election Opposition parties have welcomed the resounding victory of Independent Catherine Connolly in the Presidential Election. #rtenews #aras25 #presidentialelection #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T17:41Z 209K followers, 20.7K engagements
"Almost all Dublin City Council area roads likely to have 30km/h limit Almost all roads in the Dublin City Council area are likely to have speed limits of 30km/h by early next year following a speed reduction assessment which is currently underway. The council is examining areas that currently allow speeds of [--] [--] and 80km/h and a public consultation on the changes will be issued in the coming months. #ireland #dublin #speedlimits"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T07:29Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Poland warns of open conflict risk after Russian drone intrusion Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk told parliament it was "the closest we have been to open conflict since World War Two" though he also said he had "no reason to believe we're on the brink of war". Polish F-16 fighter jets Dutch F-35s Italian AWACS surveillance planes and NATO mid-air refuelling aircraft scrambled in an operation to shoot down drones entering Polish airspace from yesterday evening until this morning officials said. Moscow denied responsibility for the incident with a senior diplomat in Poland saying the drones"
YouTube Link 2025-09-10T19:53Z 207K followers, 40.7K engagements
"Trump to visit Israel Sunday as ceasefire deal celebrated US President Donald Trump is expected in Jerusalem on Sunday the office of Israel's president said after the US leader announced Israel and Hamas had agreed to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T19:09Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Government cannot wave magic wand and deliver flood relief says Taoiseach The Government cannot "wave a magic wand and just deliver" flood relief schemes Taoiseach Michel Martin has said as he visited affected homes and businesses in Co Wexford. Mr Martin met residents of Island Road in Enniscorthy an area that was badly hit by flooding in recent weeks after the River Slaney burst its banks during Storm Chandra. He told one resident that the Government is "determined to do a number of short-term measures first" to alleviate the impact of flood damage. For more on this story and all the latest"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T18:22Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"McGuinness details illness prompting ras race withdrawal Former EU commissioner Mairead McGuinness has revealed she was diagnosed with severe post-viral syndrome after a stay in hospital last year which prompted her to withdraw from the presidential election race. Ms McGuinness withdrew from the race last August saying her decision was taken on medical advice and that her health was her priority. In her first interview since her withdrawal Ms McGuinness revealed her diagnosis adding that it was like a bolt from the blue where I was knocked sideways. #ireland #presidentialelection #pvs"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T16:17Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"UK police examining Glastonbury sets by Kneecap and Bob VYLAN British police say they're examining footage from Kneecap's Glastonbury Festival performance to see whether any offences may have been committed. Authorities are also looking at comments made by the punk rap duo Bob Vylan to decide if there needs to be a criminal investigation. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said chants of "death" to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) at Glastonbury were "appalling hate speech" and urged the BBC to explain how the scenes were broadcast. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and"
YouTube Link 2025-06-29T20:44Z 209K followers, 20.4K engagements
"Some flights cancelled amid Dublin Airport T2 disruption Dublin Airport is facing a second day of disruption to its check-in and baggage drop in Terminal [--] following yesterdays cyber attack which impacted several airports across Europe. Airport operator daa said it is continuing to support airlines as they deal with the ongoing disruption. Aer Lingus has said this morning that the incident had significantly impacted operations with [--] flights cancelled as of midday. #rtenews #dublinairport #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-09-21T14:07Z 208K followers, 14.1K engagements
"Localised flooding in Louth after Status Orange rain warning Residents in Dundalk Co Louth have told of flooding up to your shins in their garden during the night amid a Status Orange rain warning. Patrick and Martina McEvoy noticed the flood level rising so set up their own water pump to protect their house by diverting the water away. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T12:30Z 209K followers, 15K engagements
"Trump threatens tariffs on countries that disagree with Greenland takeover plans US President Donald Trump has said he may impose trade tariffs on countries that do not support his plans to take over Greenland and is talking to NATO. The threat is the latest pressure tactic by the Republican leader as he steps up his bid to acquire the autonomous Arctic island a goal that he has threatened to achieve by military means if necessary. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T21:27Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Fresh flood risk as rain warning issued for eight counties Met ireann has warned of further flooding after issuing a Status Yellow rain warning for counties Carlow Kilkenny Wexford Cork Waterford Dublin Louth Wicklow for tomorrow. The warning for Carlow Kilkenny Wexford Cork Waterford is valid from 1pm tomorrow until 9am on Tuesday. The warning for Dublin Louth Wicklow comes into effect from 9pm tomorrow until 1pm on Tuesday. #flooding #ireland #rain"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T21:22Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Local authorities asked to identify interim flood relief measures meeting hears Local authorities have been asked to identify interim flood measures to address immediate challenges facing communities due to weather conditions a meeting of senior Government ministers has heard. The meeting which was attended by the Taoiseach and the Tnaiste heard that [---] flood relief schemes are under way. In a statement the Government said that Minister of State Kevin Boxer Moran said that "interim solutions are required". For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T20:40Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Fans touch down in Dublin ahead of Sundays Steelers v Vikings game Excitement is building in Dublin ahead of the first NFL regular season game to be played in Ireland. On Sunday the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings go head to head in Croke Park. A range of fan events are under way around the city. #nfl #steelers #vikings #dublin"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T19:22Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Taoiseach congratulates Catherine Connolly on Presidential Election victory Taoiseach Michel Martin has congratulated Catherine Connolly on an outstanding Presidential Election victory and wished her well. #rtenews #aras25 #presidentialelection #ireland"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T18:03Z 209K followers, 11K engagements
"Greenlanders condemn Trumps tariff threats Greenlanders have condemned US President Donald Trumps threat of tariffs on European countries who do not accept his plans to buy the nation. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T17:33Z 209K followers, 68.4K engagements
"Presidential candidates seek support ahead of Friday's election Campaigning in the Presidential Election has almost concluded with polling stations due to open tomorrow morning. Both the Independent candidate Catherine Connolly and the Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys have called on the electorate to cast their ballots. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T19:56Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Joe Biden reads the words of Irish poet Seamus Heaney US president-elect Joe Biden reads the words of Irish poet Seamus Heaney. After his election was projected by major US television networks on Saturday [--] November the Six One News finished with this video of Mr Biden reading the words of the Derry Nobel Laureate. The poem is 'The Cure at Troy'. Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews"
YouTube Link 2020-11-09T07:03Z 208K followers, 101.2K engagements
"Louth festival honours St Brigid with cross making workshop Events are taking place around the country in honour of one of Irelands patron saints St Brigid. St Brigid was born in Faughart Co Louth and the Brigid of Faughart Festival has been running for more than [--] years. One of the events organised as part of this years festival is a cross making workshop at the County Museum in Dundalk. #ireland #stbrigid"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T16:43Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Bernie Sanders says that what is happening in Gaza is 'unspeakable' US Senator Bernie Sanders has said there are more people in the US outraged by what is happening in Gaza than the rest of the world understands. Speaking to RT News at the start of a visit to Ireland Mr Sanders said that what is going on in Gaza right now is unspeakable. He also rejected suggestions by senior Israeli political figures that criticisms of Israel had fuelled the sentiment that led to the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington DC. "I am Jewish I detest antisemitism as I hope everybody does."
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T20:30Z 209K followers, 99.5K engagements
"Mandelson quits UKs House of Lords over Epstein scandal Former British government minister Peter Mandelson is to step down from the House of Lords in London amid allegations that he passed market-sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had threatened legislation within weeks to strip Mr Mandelson - a former Northern Ireland secretary -of his title while police are assessing information relating to alleged misconduct in public office. The Cabinet Office passed material to police after an initial review of documents released as part of"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T19:11Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Ukrainian President Zelensky says he is ready to meet Russian President Putin Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready to meet Vladimir Putin following call with US to discuss peace proposals for Ukraine. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-12-30T18:45Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Who is Keir Starmers cork-born adviser and why is he at the centre of a major UK political scandal He helped put British Prime Minister Keir Starmer into Downing Street. Now his own job could be on the line. RT News reporter Ken Donnelly explains who is Morgan McSweeney and why is the UK Labour Party turning on him For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE RT News RT Irish news Ireland news news breaking news news update current affairs RT Television RT journalism news analysis"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T22:13Z 209K followers, 17.6K engagements
"President Higgins meets Pope Leo XIV after inaugural mass Pope Leo XIV was inaugurated as pontiff at a mass in St Peters Square this morning following his election ten days ago. Speaking to thousands of people in St Peters Square the Pope emphasised the need for the 1.4-billion-member Church to remain rooted in its tradition without becoming insular saying there was no room for religious propaganda or power plays in the institutions future. Hundreds of world leaders attended the mass while President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina led the Irish delegation at the event. #rtenews #popeleo"
YouTube Link 2025-05-18T15:37Z 208K followers, 10.5K engagements
"Bono celebrates 60th birthday at home in Dublin Bono is quietly marking his 60th birthday at his home in Dublin. The U2 frontman said he was grateful to have reached the milestone and was enjoying spending time with his family during the lockdown. https://bit.ly/3coK9VU Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/news Follow us on twitter @rtenews and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/rtenews News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2020-05-10T21:20Z 209K followers, 19.9K engagements
"Inis Orr school with just one incoming pupil appeals for mainland children A principal on Inis Orr is calling on students to apply for grants to study on the island's secondary school for a year. In order to be eligible pupils must come from areas where they cannot access education through Irish. The appeal comes as just one new pupil has enrolled for September. Inis Orr is the smallest of the Aran Islands with a population of just [---] with numbers declining over the years. Coliste Ghobnait opened in [----] with an average of [--] pupils enrolling annually from the island and elsewhere. However"
YouTube Link 2022-06-22T18:40Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"How AI can transform breast cancer treatment Doctors say that AI can help detect up to 30% more breast cancer cases and that the technology will transform diagnosis and treatment in the years ahead. The system involves a mammogram being read by both a radiologist and an AI tool. The charity Breast Cancer Ireland said it is one of the most important developments seen in breast cancer screening in decades and follows major international research in Sweden and South Korea. Professor Nuala Healy consultant radiologist at Beaumont Breast Centre said that AI gives breast radiologists an additional"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T14:10Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"European troops arrive in Greenland ahead of exercises Military personnel from France and Germany headed to Greenland as Denmark and its allies prepared for exercises to try to assure US President Donald Trump over its security as he pushes to take over the island. A meeting of officials from the United States Denmark and Greenland avoided the public humiliation meted out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last year but also produced no quick fix for the dispute. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - https://www.rte.ie/news/ Thanks for watching and"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T19:01Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"LCA student recommends programme to others Aaron Saunders is one of thousands of Leaving Cert Applied students to get their results today. Aaron went to St Setons Secondary School in Dublin and is celebrating all his hard work paying off. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe. News RTE News RTE"
YouTube Link 2025-08-22T13:14Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Trump going to de-escalate a little bit in Minnesota US President Donald Trump said that he will de-escalate a little bit tensions in Minnesota amid the presence of ICE officers in the state. It comes as Mr Trumps senior aide Stephen Miller said that US immigration agents may have breached protocol in Minneapolis before the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti during protests. Mr Millers comments come just days after he called Mr Pretti an assassin. #us #minneapolis #minnesota"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T07:42Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Ibiza streets flooded as red alert warning issued Streets in Ibiza were severely flooded after storm Gabrielle hit the Mediterranean island. The torrential rains submerged dozens of vehicles and stopped some ferries from docking. The Spanish weather agency AEMET issued a red weather alert after 180mm of rain fell in [--] hours. #rtenews #ibiza #weather"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T18:38Z 209K followers, 16.4K engagements
"Roscommon nurse completes epic cycle to Sydney A Co Roscommon nurse has completed an epic bike journey to Sydney Australia that saw him cycle across three continents toraise funds for two local charities. Departing from Ireland in March [----] Fergal Guihen from Arignatravelled through [--] countriesbefore reaching Sydney earlier today. The journey took him across some of the worlds most remote anddemanding terrain as well as through major cities and communities along the way. The 27-year-olds 'Rossie to Aussie' challenge is raising awareness and funds for both the Mayo Roscommon Hospice"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T15:25Z 209K followers, [----] engagements
"Moment Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar sprayed by unknown substance during town hall US Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar was targeted during a speech by a man who sprayed an unidentified liquid at her from a syringe before being tackled by security guards. The man was taken into custody by Minneapolis police Ms Omars office said. The incident took place during a town hall even in Minneapolis where two US citizens have been killed this month in a violent anti-immigration crackdown with thousands of ICE agents provoking growing unrest. Ms Omar was not injured and authorities have not"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T08:13Z 207K followers, [----] engagements
"Trump criticises Obama at Melania premiere US President Donald Trump criticised former president Barack Obama saying he was paid a lot of money and hasnt done anything after he was asked about Amazons $40 million deal to license first lady Melania Trumps film and a related docuseries. The studio spent another $35 million promoting and distributing the movie. Mr Trump was attending the Melania premiere which documents the [--] days leading up to his [----] inauguration and the familys return to the White House. The movie Melania was financed at an eyebrow-raising total of $75 million by Amazon MGM"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T08:15Z 208K followers, [----] engagements
"Level of inhumanity of arson attack difficult to comprehend says Taoiseach The level of inhumanity behind the arson attack which killed a four-year-old boy and his grand-aunt in Offaly at the weekend is difficult to comprehend the Taoiseach has said. Tadhg Farrell and 60-year-old Mary Holt were killed in the blaze which occurred at a terraced house in Castleview Park in Edenderry on Saturday evening. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T21:57Z 208K followers, 24.9K engagements
"Police suspect father and son were gunmen in Bondi Beach shooting Australian Police say the suspected gunmen believed to have killed [--] people and injured [--] at a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydneys Bondi Beach were father and son. The victims in the attack were aged [--] to [--]. One of the suspected gunmen was also killed and a second gunman is in critical condition. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news - http://www.rte.ie/news Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-12-14T21:49Z 208K followers, 23.6K engagements
"Family of man in RT nursing homes expos speaks out The family of a vulnerable resident who appeared in an RT Investigates undercover documentary into standards of care at facilities run by Ireland's largest provider of private nursing homes have called for accountability for their father and other residents affected by the scandal. The Guy family from Dublin describe their shock and distress at seeing footage of their 80-year-old father Audeon being roughly handled at the Beneavin Manor nursing home in Glasnevin. For more on this story and all the latest Irish and international news -"
YouTube Link 2025-06-11T10:29Z 209K followers, 17.8K engagements
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