immigrant life Dozens of people from Gaza seeking visas to study in Ireland are denied entry It was Haneen Eshraim's only “realistic opportunity at this stage to leave Gaza safely and continue my education”, she said. Shamim Malekmian Jul 27, 2026
tech and society Animation artists call for regulation of the industry as the AI transition looms large “I wouldn't necessarily say we're looking at a looming full automation, but a really, really drastic shakeup is definitely on the horizon,” says Jen Wayne of the Animation Workers of Ireland. Laoise Neylon Jul 24, 2026
Housing Dublin City Council is grappling with how to meet new government target for delivering social and affordable homes The council's current pipeline shows about 11,000 new homes in the works from 2027 to 2030 so far, well short of the target of 19,400. Lois Kapila Jul 24, 2026
City Desk What’s the best way to tell area residents about plans for a new asylum shelter nearby? The government should tell communities directly about plans for new asylum shelters, some activists and politicians say. Shamim Malekmian Apr 23, 2025
The Dish At Jervis, spreading the joy of mango season “The mangoes in the supermarkets are … not as sweet.” Lois Kapila Apr 23, 2025
Fingal Rules on installation of drone food-delivery bases in Dublin remain in dispute The current skirmish is over a Manna base at Junction 6 in Blanchardstown. Sunni Bean Apr 23, 2025
Culture Desk Council plans to turn St Werburgh’s church into 250-seat venue The idea is for this spot next to Dublin Castle to host choirs, chamber music, trad music, poetry performances, and more. Michael Lanigan Apr 23, 2025