Ireland News in English

Good morning! It’s 2nd December, and here’s your Ireland daily news capsule.

Zelenskiy arrives in Dublin, greeted by Taoiseach on his first official visit to Ireland.

Major security operation in place as Zelenskiy addresses Oireachtas during his visit.

Ranelagh residents agree to mediation over ongoing MetroLink legal challenge.

Doctors urge the public to get flu vaccines as hospital visits surge this season.

Over 5,000 people from 132 nations celebrate their new Irish citizenship today.

Refuse sacks officially banned from 90 Dublin streets starting today.

Hong Kong fire tragedy claims 151 lives, with suspects arrested for manslaughter.

Testing increases in Co Down as bluetongue virus is suspected to have spread.

Pedestrian dies after being struck by a car in Belfast, police launch investigation.

Ibec expresses concern over proposed minimum pension contribution plans for employees.

Five new tourism initiatives aim to boost visitor numbers to Ireland next year.

First-time HIV diagnoses in women rise by 41 percent, raising public health concerns.

WHO calls on companies to lower prices of weight-loss drugs to combat obesity epidemic.

Electric Picnic reveals first acts for 2026, including Gorillaz and Fontaines D.C.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!