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Vertiv is bringing 200 new jobs to Ireland's North West, with 80 positions coming to the small town of Burnfoot in Donegal. The expansion means families can stay together instead of leaving home to find work.
A global tech leader is betting big on Ireland's northwest, creating 300 skilled jobs in County Donegal as demand for AI infrastructure skyrockets. The expansion marks a major win for regional development outside Dublin.
A global technology company is doubling down on Ireland's northwest with a major expansion that will bring 300 skilled jobs to Donegal. The move reflects surging demand for infrastructure powering the AI revolution.
A dedicated GAA volunteer from Donegal Town has won Ulster's top community hero prize, earning her club €5,000. Nicola Dunnion now advances to compete for an additional national award.
Ireland is generating AI jobs at triple the rate of nearby countries, with 12% of all job postings now requiring AI skills. The surge reflects Ireland's growing position as a global tech talent hub.
Solar energy reached a record 10% of Ireland's electricity in July, helping push renewable sources past 30% of the country's total power supply. The milestone shows clean energy is rapidly becoming a bigger part of Ireland's future.
After 75 years of heartbreak and a legendary "curse," Ireland's County Mayo finally won the All Ireland Football championship, bringing joy to millions and inspiring believers worldwide. The victory came on a sacred pilgrimage day, making it even more meaningful for the Irish community.
Archaeologists in Ireland have uncovered a complete Viking settlement that was mysteriously abandoned over a millennium ago, preserving an entire chapter of history untouched beneath farmland. The site at Woodstown is so extraordinary that Ireland rerouted a $226 million highway to protect it.
Ireland generated nearly 40% of its electricity from renewable sources in May 2026, powered by record-breaking sunshine that helped solar energy surge to nearly 8% of the country's power mix. The milestone shows how quickly clean energy is transforming Ireland's grid.
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New research confirms Ireland's shaggy Old Irish goats are direct descendants of animals that roamed the island 3,000 years ago. Scientists matched ancient DNA from Bronze Age bones to today's rare breed, revealing a living link to Ireland's past.
Stand-in captain Lorcan Tucker smashed an unbeaten 94 to lead Ireland to their first T20 World Cup victory since 2022, keeping their tournament hopes alive with a dominant 96-run win over Oman. The wicketkeeper's career-equaling performance turned a shaky start into Ireland's highest ever T20 international total.
Scientists discovered that Ireland's rare Old Irish Goat shares DNA with goats from the Late Bronze Age, proving an unbroken 3,000-year lineage. This living link to ancient farming communities is now critically endangered but offers hope for preserving Ireland's agricultural heritage.
Gary Reynolds fell from a pickup truck in Boston and suffered severe head trauma, but months later he's home in Ireland celebrating life. His community raised €125,000 to help bring him back to health.
Ireland is deepening its commitment to Liberia with expanded programs focused on governance, gender equality, and climate action. The partnership has evolved from post-war peacekeeping to long-term development support that addresses the country's most pressing challenges.
Ireland captain Lorcan Tucker blasted 94 runs off just 51 balls to lead his team to a stunning 96-run victory over Oman at the T20 World Cup. The performance helped Ireland post the tournament's highest total and kept their championship hopes alive.
Jai Moondra took two wickets on his international debut, helping Ireland claim their first-ever senior win over cricket world champions India. The 29-year-old bowler moved to Ireland in 2021 to study, never imagining he'd one day face his birth country on the field.
Cricket Ireland is giving players the power to make their own ethical choices about an upcoming series. The board's decision puts player values first, even when it complicates scheduling.
Ireland's women's hockey team broke an eight-year drought with a thrilling 3-2 victory over New Zealand at the Hockey World Cup in Belgium. The team drew inspiration from Ireland's recent medal haul at European championships.
Ireland just installed more than 1,000 megawatts of solar panels in 2025, more than doubling its previous annual record. The surge brought 100,000 homes into the solar revolution while slashing energy bills across the country.
Ireland just became the first country in the world to make a basic income scheme permanent, giving artists €325 per week to create full-time. The pilot program proved so successful it generated €87 million in benefits from a €21 million investment.
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