Taoiseach concerned at potential for 'wider conflict'Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he is deeply concerned after the US and Israel launched military strikes on Iran today and urged dialogue to avoid a wider conflict in the Middle East.
Facing facts on Maritime Security and DefenceAn ill-tempered exchange in the Dáil on Wednesday afternoon was indicative of the pressure the Government is under as it awakes to Ireland's overall security vulnerability, writes Joe Mag Raollaigh.
Ex-footballer jailed for raping woman, 19, at knifepointA former professional soccer player who raped a young woman in her home at knifepoint, made video recordings of the attack, and threatened to kill her and her parents has been jailed for nine years.
Over 17,000 homeless last month in record highHomeless figures have surpassed 17,000 for the first time, with the number in emergency accommodation last month reaching a total of 17,112.
