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Ireland's job market added nearly 57,000 positions in the past year while keeping unemployment at just 4.4%, showing the economy continues creating opportunities even as growth settles into a steadier rhythm. Employment now stands at its highest level ever, with major gains in construction, education, and healthcare.
Ireland's job market hit a new milestone in April as unemployment fell to 4.8%, signaling continued economic strength. More people are finding work across the country as businesses continue to hire.
Amazon has poured €3 billion into Ireland in 2025 alone, bringing its total investment since 2010 to over €25 billion while employing 6,500 people across the country. The tech giant is transforming Irish communities through job creation, cutting-edge infrastructure, and innovative programs tackling energy poverty.
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.
Brazil created over 1.2 million formal jobs in 2025, pushing total registered workers to an all-time high of 48.4 million. Every single state saw employment gains, with the service sector leading the historic expansion.
Ireland became the 66th country to sign the Artemis Accords, joining a global commitment to explore space peacefully and transparently. The historic signing brings all European Space Agency member states into alignment on principles for humanity's return to the Moon and beyond.
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.
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.
Ireland and Malta just became the latest countries to sign the Artemis Accords, joining 66 nations committed to peaceful, collaborative space exploration. The signings mean nearly every European Union country now supports the international framework for exploring the Moon and beyond together.
Nine-time Paralympic gold medalist Lord Chris Holmes is taking on the UK's shocking employment gap for blind people after the government declined his taskforce proposal. With only 27% of blind people employed compared to 83% of the general population, he's creating his own report to demand change.
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 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.
Women's rugby in Ireland just got a massive upgrade. Starting this autumn, the country will host elite international teams every year in a groundbreaking new tournament format.
Ireland's renewable energy reached nearly half of all electricity demand in March 2026, with solar power tripling its contribution in just one month. The country is proving that rapid clean energy transitions are possible when the momentum builds.
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