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Sunday January 6 1839 signalled the end of the festive season, the last of the 12 days of Christmas. The people of Ireland woke to light snow and many were looking forward to the evening’s celebrations.

Ireland’s prime minister, Micheál Martin, arrived in Beijing this week for the first visit by an Irish leader to China in more than a decade, placing Ireland at the centre of a rapidly evolving European strategy towards the world’s second-largest economy.

It will mean 1,355 employees in the UK and Ireland at 154 Claire’s shops will be put at risk, and 1,220 staff across 140 TOFS’ stores.

Ship changed its name and registered in Russia in apparent attempt to prevent possible US seizure near British Isles

Lithuania is entering 2026 with a tax shift that brings its system closer to countries like Ireland and the UK. From January 1, the long-standing flat 15% personal income-tax rate for self-employed people is being abolished for higher earners. These workers will now be integrated into the same new progressive…

Amber weather warnings issued as widespread wintry conditions take hold

On a running pilgrimage in the land of my forebears I was blown away by the scenery – and even more so by the warmth of the people

Explore 10 photos of Patrick 'Pa' O'Dwyer and how Ireland's Strongest Man's sudden death at 40 ended an era in Irish strongman sport.

Was Pa O'Dwyer married? Following the shock death of the five-time Ireland's Strongest Man, fans rally to support his partner Layna Foley and their children as a memorial fund nears £100,000.

Tributes pour in worldwide for Pa O'Dwyer, the legendary Irish strongman and 'Limerick Lion' who passed away at 40. Five-time Ireland's Strongest Man champion remembered.

Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin visits China starting Sunday, marking the first visit by an Irish leader in 14 years