Russia and Vietnam deepen ties amid Ukraine war, with Lavrov and Trung advancing cooperation plans.

Danish retailer Normal opens second Irish store in Dublin, with more locations planned.

Teachers at St Cuthbert's RC High strike over safety, staffing, and discipline issues.

Ireland's police reform plan focuses on mental health responses, drug intimidation, and community safety for 2026–2028.

Millie Court and Zac Woodworth lead as top couple in Love Island: All Stars 2026, with friends supporting her new relationship.

A Scotland inspection finds ongoing mistreatment at a children’s psychiatric unit despite some improvements.

Romania's cucumber exports surged to 47,210 tons by November 2025, surpassing 2024 totals and becoming the top vegetable export.

Latvia transferred the investigation into Ghanaian student Nana Agyei Ahyia’s death to the Interior Ministry following Ghana’s diplomatic efforts.

A 37-year-old Irish man avoided jail after pleading guilty to possessing child abuse images found on his phone in 2021, with the court suspending an 18-month sentence due to his cooperation, low risk of reoffending, and strong support system.

UK restaurant, pub, and bar sales dipped 0.1% in January 2026 due to weather, low confidence, and Dry January, despite a December surge.