The Irish have swept aside one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the world.

An early exit poll of the vote in Ireland indicates a softening of abortion laws.

Nearly 40,000 Irish citizens have been urged to return home to vote in a referendum.

A man raped in a Catholic children's home in the 50s has finally met his daughter.

Ireland has become a key battleground in the fight against foreign interference.

Protesters took to streets in Ireland as #IBelieveHer trended following rape trial verdict

Joe Schmidt recalls the Ranfurly Shield when asked for a comparison to the Grand Slam.

Ancient forces created this wild western isle, writes Nick McAvaney.

Irish migrants and Kiwis alike have painted Ponsonby green for Ireland's national day.

Three pensioners say their human rights are being breached by pension deductions.

Draft treaty would see Northern Ireland remain in EU customs union. Britain is not amused.

Warnings of loss of 'life and property' as storm dubbed "Beast from the East" hits.

A judge's move to appoint interim liquidators followed application from the Reserve Bank.

Talks are underway, South African newspaper claims.

Irish commentator Michael Corcoran could hardly contain himself.

Ireland has announced it will hold a referendum in May on its strict abortion laws.

Jim Anderton's last political interview reveals that he remained a determined optimist.

Deputy headmaster killed his family after being caught out at work. WARNING: Distressing.

Co-operation and open borders secure unity of 'Little Britain'

11-year-old girl unhappy with her appearance wrote on Instagram how she wanted to die.

Brawl in bar leaves McGregor in fear of his life

Huge blaze at a 15-storey high rise block of flats left four residents injured in Belfast.

A huge tapestry, 10 years in the making, tells the story of New Ross, writes Diana Plater.

History-making trajectory continues continues for Ireland's Joy Neville

Footage emerges of two men forcing boy under 10 to skull pint of beer in pub.

Ireland is enjoying double digit tourism growth and says it has learned from NZ

Education Minister Chris Hipkins plans a pre-Christmas package to tackle teacher shortages

Travellers to Ireland can expect gentle rain, grand stories and - now - great food.

From our new Prime Minister, to the 31-year-old changing the face of Europe.

Maureen Marriner discovers some grand places to visit along Ireland's coastline.