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Euroviews. When it comes to democracy, the world could learn vital lessons from Ireland ǀ View

The recent European elections show that many countries in Europe are struggling to contain the rise of far-right populist parties antagonistic towards democracy. In Ireland, however, democracy has a spring in its step.

Ireland

Fine Gael and Green Party have strong showing in Ireland

Exit polls after Ireland voted for the European Parliament showed strong numbers for governing party Fine Gael (EPP). The Green Party, meanwhile, overtook the Labour party and had surprisingly strong results in Dublin.

Poland

Euroviews. In the wake of its own child abuse scandal, Poland must break the Church’s grip ǀ View

The recent release of the independent movie ‘Tell No One,’ which uncovered cases of sexual abuse by priests, will in time fundamentally change Polish society for the better.

Ireland

Irish election candidate stars in bizarre campaign video

Dublin activist Ben Gilroy smashes “state corruption” and "unlawful evictions" with a hurling stick.

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Ireland

US anti-gay pastor Steven Anderson banned from Ireland

Controversial pastor Steven Anderson has become the first person to be banned from Ireland under a 20-year-old immigration law.

Ireland

Ireland is second country to declare 'climate emergency'

Ireland became the second country in the world, after the UK, to declare a "climate emergency".

Ireland

Euroviews. The chaos of Trump and Brexit shows that democracy is not simply majority rule ǀ View

The tyranny of the majority is precisely what happens when a democratic system is downgraded to majority rule.

Earth News

Staying in a real 'House on the Prairie’ style haven

We checked in at Teapot Lane Luxury Camp in County Leitrim, Ireland.

France

European sleepovers: We feel Europe’s pulse ahead of May’s elections

Our reporter has been sofa-surfing across the continent, staying with the locals to find out what's important to you. Filming the adventure on my phone, you’ve been sharing your stories of what’s working, and what’s not in the EU.

United Kingdom

UK and Ireland to hold political talks to revive Stormont

In a joint statement released on Friday, the UK and Ireland's leaders announced a new round of political talks to revive Northern Ireland's devolved government.

World

European Sleepovers: Ireland

Euronews' Stuart Oates heads to Ireland to find out what matters in the country ahead of the EU elections.

Ireland

No UK-US trade deal if Brexit risks Good Friday agreement, says Pelosi

"f the Brexit deal undermines the accord, there will be no chance of a U.S.-U.K. agreement," the US Speaker of the House said on Wednesday.

World News

Last series of 'Game of Thrones' promises to thrill

The HBO eighth tv series begins in the US April 14 and each episode cost €13 million.

Europe News

Brexit blues in Ireland

Although it has not even happened yet, and the clock has been reset again, Brexit has managed to shake society and politics in the Republic of Ireland. Here in the city centre of Dublin, locals are frustrated but also concerned about this decision by their closest neighbour.

Ireland

Barnier: EU stands 'fully behind Ireland' on Brexit

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, said the EU would stand "fully behind Ireland" whatever the outcome

Ireland

Watch again: Merkel pledges 'major efforts' to avoid hard Brexit

As Britain continues to struggle to reach agreement on Brexit, German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in Ireland to hear the fears of people north and south of the border with Northern Ireland.

The Cube

Are Irish citizens in Northern Ireland really being reclassified as British? | #TheCube

‘#WeAreIrishToo’ - Are Irish citizens in Northern Ireland really being reclassified as British after Brexit? Alex and our team in the Cube have the story.

France

The EU cannot be held 'hostage' to Brexit crisis, says Macron

The French president said the EU will not be hostage to a "political crisis" in the UK during talks with Ireland's prime minister.

USA

Chicago river turns green for St Patrick's Day

Chicago river turns green for St Patrick's Day

United Kingdom

UK police investigating claim that parcel bombs sent by the 'IRA'

Police in London and Scotland are investigating a claim that the 'IRA' were responsible for a recent series of parcel bombs sent to London transport hubs and Glasgow University.