🇮🇪 Irish Times
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About Irish Times
The Irish Times is owned by The Irish Times Trust, a non-charitable trust established in 1974. The Trust has no beneficial shareholders, cannot pay dividends, and any profits must be reinvested to strengthen the newspaper. It is governed by a maximum of 11 Governors who are broadly representative of the community throughout Ireland.
The Irish Times is consistently rated as having a left-center bias by Media Bias/Fact Check and Grokipedia, often reflecting social liberal positions on issues like immigration and LGBTQ+ rights. AllSides also rates it as 'Center' but with low confidence. It is rated as high for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and minimal failed fact checks. While Ireland generally enjoys a free press (ranked 8th by Reporters Without Borders and 'Free' by Freedom House), concerns exist regarding the use of defamation laws by politicians, with RSF specifically noting legal actions taken by Sinn Féin against The Irish Times.
More Than 1,300 Who Left Direct Provision in Last Two Years Sought Emergency Accommodation
- Over 1,300 individuals who left Ireland's direct provision system sought emergency homeless accommodation in Dublin over the past two years. - The Dublin Region Homeless Executive reported a signifi…
Report on Claims About Improper Use of Public Money at State-Funded Body Sent to Gardaí
- Allegations of improper use of public money and noncompliance at Skillnet Ireland have been sent to An Garda Síochána, Revenue Commissioners, and the Corporate Enforcement Authority. - An investigat…
Fuel Supply Fears Mount for Airlines and Holidaymakers as Hormuz Closure Threatens Jet Fuel Availability
- Airlines like Ryanair and Virgin Atlantic have secured jet fuel supplies until mid-May, but face potential disruptions if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. - European airports could face systemic…
My Clematis Blooms Anew, A Small Miracle Amidst Fear of Losing My Home
- The author rejoiced as their clematis plant, previously thought dead, showed signs of new life. - The plant had suffered damage from squirrels burying nuts and the author's own history of neglecting…
Ireland's Fuel Crisis: Domestic Blockades Exacerbate Global Oil Shock
- Ireland faced severe fuel shortages due to blockades by tractors and trucks at ports and refineries, exacerbated by global oil supply disruptions. - Protesters demanded tax cuts and financial suppor…
The flag that saved six Fenians from a ‘living tomb’ to go on display for the first time
- The American flag flown by the Catalpa ship 150 years ago saved six Fenian prisoners from life imprisonment in Australia. - Captain George Anthony raised the flag, asserting international waters and…
Government's new drug strategy risks sidelining communities, warn groups
- Local drug and alcohol taskforces warn the new National Drugs Strategy 2026-2029 will undermine decades of work by centralizing decision-making. - The strategy reportedly fails to link poverty and d…
Taoiseach under pressure from Fianna Fáil backbenchers as Healy-Rae fallout continues
- Taoiseach Micheál Martin faces internal party dissent following recent protests and a former minister's resignation. - Three Fianna Fáil TDs expressed deep concern over the government's response to …
Watch out Micheál, baby sharks are circling the Fianna Fáil tank
- Three young Fianna Fáil TDs have publicly criticized the party's direction and its handling of recent fuel protests. - Their statement, backed by senior party figures, calls for a discussion on the …
His $1bn fortune blown, Floyd Mayweather might just need to fight again
- Floyd Mayweather, once lauded for his boxing prowess and immense wealth, is reportedly facing financial difficulties and significant debt. - Despite earning over $1 billion, the boxer is being pursu…
Europe facing higher gas prices ‘for years’ to come, EU energy chief warns
- Europe faces prolonged higher gas prices and potential diesel/jet fuel shortages due to infrastructure damage and the Strait of Hormuz blockade. - EU energy commissioner Dan Jorgensen warns that eve…
Why does Ireland have the most expensive electricity in Europe?
- Ireland's electricity costs are the highest in Europe, driven by a heavy reliance on gas for power generation. - Spain, conversely, benefits from a high proportion of renewable energy, leading to si…
Ikea Ireland Reports More Than 130% Increase in Operating Profit Last Year to Top €16m
- Ikea Ireland reported a significant increase in operating profit, exceeding €16 million for the year ending August 31, 2025. - This growth occurred despite a challenging economic climate and subdued…
RTÉ Goes Full Lord of the Rings with Launch of New Nerve-Jangling Jingles Across the Station
- RTÉ Radio 1 has replaced its long-standing jingles with a new, more dramatic "unified audio identity." - The new sound, created by London agency Wisebuddah, has been met with mixed reactions from li…
Fuel Protests: Government Faces No Confidence Motion and Vote on €505m Support Package
- The Irish government faces a motion of confidence and a vote on a €505 million fuel cost reduction package. - Protests have led to disruptions, with some fuel stations remaining without supply and c…
Job losses and AI: Could technology bring Ireland back to the dark days of 2008?
- A report warns that up to 200,000 Irish jobs could be displaced by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. - This potential job loss raises concerns about the impact on mental health, drawing p…
US Blockades Iranian Ports; Pakistan Proposes New Round of Talks
- The US has initiated a blockade of Iranian ports, escalating the Middle East crisis and impacting global economies. - Benchmark oil prices fell below $100 as hopes for dialogue offered some market r…
Ten years of Leaving Cert politics and society: ‘Taking turns rowing the lifeboat’
- Politics and Society, a subject introduced in Irish secondary schools in 2016, is celebrating its 10th year, with student participation growing significantly. - The subject encourages structured dis…
Irish House Building Hits One-Year High Amidst Rising Fuel Costs and Supply Chain Woes
- Irish house building saw its fastest growth in a year during March, despite rising fuel costs. - Increased inflationary pressures and supply chain issues, including material shortages and driver dif…
Irish Politicians Under Increased Guard Amid Fears of Radicalized Fuel Protesters
- Irish politicians, including the Taoiseach, are receiving increased security due to fears of targeting by radicalized fuel protesters. - Concerns exist that some protesters have become radicalized a…
Procrastination? Try a Nap, a Pint, and a Fresh Start Tomorrow
- The author describes a personal struggle with procrastination, where intended reading of books is repeatedly delayed. - This behavior is linked to a university experience where a shared love for lit…
Orbán's Defeat Signals End of Era for Hungarian Media Control and EU Obstruction
- Hungarian voters ousted Viktor Orbán on Sunday, ending his 16-year tenure as prime minister. - Orbán's government systematically dismantled independent media and used his veto to block EU aid to Ukr…
Gript Media Editor John McGuirk Placed on Leave of Absence Amid Internal Disputes
- John McGuirk, editor of the conservative Irish news website Gript, has been placed on a leave of absence. - The reasons for his leave are reportedly disputed, with lawyers involved and tensions with…
National Museum’s Collection at ‘Significant Risk’ Due to Inadequacy of Storage Building
- The National Museum of Ireland's collection is at "significant long-term risk" due to inadequate storage facilities, according to the museum's board chair. - The current Collections Resource Centre …
Iranian critical-skills workers face ‘inhumane’ delays for family visas
- Iranian critical-skills workers in Ireland are experiencing significant delays, some over two years, in obtaining family reunification visas. - These delays are causing severe mental health strain a…
Public Services Card to be used as ID for banks under plans to go before Cabinet
- The Irish Cabinet is set to consider plans allowing the Public Services Card (PSC) to be used as a form of identification for financial institutions. - The proposal includes an option for cardholder…
‘Lovely’ Aer Lingus check-in staff find way around liquid rules in Malaga
- A reader faced issues with liquid restrictions when changing flights from Knock to Shannon, despite having cleared security at the original airport. - Ryanair provided an unhelpful and dismissive re…
How to Invest in Property: What You Need to Know
- Property remains an attractive investment option in Ireland, offering diversification despite changes since the Celtic Tiger era. - Investors can access property through various means, including pro…
Irish Electricity Bills Among Europe's Highest
- Electricity bills in the Republic of Ireland are among the highest in Europe, influenced by high natural gas prices and network charges. - While Ireland ranked eighth highest in Europe for electrici…
Fuel protests leader pursued by Revenue for debts totalling almost €550,000
Revenue, Ireland's tax authority, has registered judgment mortgages against the home and farmland of James Geoghegan, a leader of recent fuel protests, for nearly €550,000. Geoghegan denies owing the …
