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24-year-old Abdullah Khan from Dublin pleaded guilty to arson at Conor McGregors pub and attacking police with a knife. He also admitted to terrorist-linked activity. Khans complex psychological background was highlighted in court, and the case was adjourned for victim impact statements. He remains in custody as the court considers his sentence.

Abdullah Khan, a 24-year-old man, pleads guilty to arson at Conor McGregors pub and assaulting police officers with a knife in Dublin. Charges include terrorist-linked activities. Khans complex psychological background is considered. The case is adjourned for victim impact statements, with Khan remaining in custody.

Irelands Data Protection Commission struggles to collect billions in fines from big tech companies, with only a fraction of the owed amount received. Despite issuing hefty penalties, most cases are tied up in Irish courts on appeal, leaving regulators empty-handed while companies fight on.

Public patient waiting lists in Ireland reach record high of 753,770 by December 2025, up 79,806 from the previous year, despite a €420 million investment. Outpatient lists surge by 59,132, with dermatology up 4,065, orthopaedics up 3,847, and gynaecology up 23%. Surgical waits rise by 21%, with long waits up 49%. Diagnostic delays in GI services grow by 34%, and kids dermatology sees an 18% increase. This surge in waiting lists poses real patient safety risks and tough choices for families.

An Post increases stamp prices to maintain service amid declining letter volumes and rising costs. Basic national stamp rises to €1.85, international rates also climb. Changes include higher rates for bulk mail, large envelopes, parcels, and registered post. Small businesses get discounts via Advantage Card. An Post remains committed to reliable service and welfare checks, ensuring everyone stays connected.

Media companies brace for a significant drop in web traffic from online searches over the next three years due to AI summaries and chatbots. A new report predicts search engine referrals to news sites could fall by 43%. Search traffic has already plunged by a third globally, with lifestyle, celebrity, and travel content hit hardest. Media executives worry this marks the end of the traffic era, but reliable reporting and human storytelling remain tough for machines to match. In response, companies are shifting towards subscription models and exploring collaborations with influencers for wider reach.

Over €4.5 million to be spent on forensic experts for Tuam mother and baby home excavation, with up to 100 contracts for anthropologists, odontologists, and photographers. The Bon Secours Sisters and Galway County Council contribute, with costs potentially rising by 20% in 2026. Eleven sets of infant remains recovered so far.

Tragic Road Crash in County Kerry: Zimbabwean Man Dies, Family Seeks Witnesses A forty-five-year-old Zimbabwean man, Mhlanguli Brian Moyo, lost his life in a two-vehicle collision on the N twenty-two near Dromadeesirt. The other driver, a man in his thirties, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Moyos family, through Amai Malawi Ireland, mourns him as a beloved brother-in-law and husband. Gardaí appeal for witnesses, especially those with dash-cam footage, to come forward.