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Government announces expansion of student financial supportThe Government has announced an expansion of financial support for students, just as SUSI applications open for the 2026/27 academic year. Minister for Further and Higher Education James Lawless TD has encouraged students and their families to check their eligibility, stating that an affordable college remains a priority for the Government. As part of Budget 2026, from September 2026, the government announced enhancements to the student grant scheme. These include a €500 increase to the grant threshold, an increase in the special rate threshold and an increase to the student earnings outside term time. Minister James Lawless said, “Every year, I meet students and families who tell me how challenging the cost of college can be.

Speaking on RTÉ Radio One this morning, Met Éireann meteorologist Michelle Dillon said forecasters are due to issue Status Yellow wind warnings for the whole country for Easter weekend. Rain will become confined to the south and southwest overnight with clear spells and scattered showers following elsewhere. It will be windy and wet day on Saturday with strong and gusty southerly and gales on coasts, bringing the potential for wave overtopping. The rain will quickly clear, followed by clear spells and scattered showers. It will be cloudy and damp for most with patchy light rain, drizzle and mist.

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John Doyle watches his tee shot on the 17th hole during day one of the Amgen Irish Open at The K Club last year. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/SportsfileIt’s the second round of the Irish Open at The K Club in September and Grand Slam champion Rory McIlroy is warming up on the range when an amateur pops his golf balls down next to him, walks over and introduces himself. Not many amateurs would have the nerve to approach McIlroy mid warm-up, but this is not your regular amateur golfer. Mitchelstown native John Doyle arrived at the Irish Open off the back of a breakout year on the amateur circuit, becoming the No 1 U-18 player in Ireland, and competing in the US, Europe and Ireland.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that his government was “fully committed to Nato” and called it “the single most effective military alliance the world has ever seen”. The UK is working on plans that could help assuage Mr Trump, and Mr Starmer said military planners will work on a postwar security plan for the Strait. As energy prices have spiked, Mr Trump has been desperate to get countries to send their ships to the Strait of Hormuz. He has called Nato allies “cowards”. Even since his first term, Mr Trump has urged the allies to assume greater responsibility for their own security and spend more on defence.

Reform Wales appoints new deputy leader as it looks to take on Plaid Cymru race for SeneddHelen Jenner, a Welsh speaker from Anglesey, tops Reform’s list in Bangor Conwy MônView Image Helen Jenner has been appointed the deputy leader of Reform in WalesReform Wales has appointed a new deputy leader as the 2026 Senedd Election race heats up. Wales leader Dan Thomas has announced that Helen Jenner will be appointed his deputy. He said: "Reform Wales is a team. "As a proud Welsh woman, I believe the only party prepared to put our country first is Reform. The appointment of a Welsh-speaking deputy would indicate that Reform plans to take Plaid Cymru head-on in its heartlands.

Dubbed the 'Office Air Theory', TikTokers claim that spending time in the office is affecting their looks. Now, experts say there might be some science behind Office Air Theory, which sounds very similar to 'sick building syndrome'. Dubbed the 'Office Air Theory', TikTokers claim that spending time in the office is affecting their looksMs Nolan first posted a video about the concept in February, showing videos of her changing looks throughout the day. Whether it's cold air in the summer or hot air in the winter, your office is being pumped with air. Whether it's cold air in the summer or hot air in the winter, your office is being pumped with air.

Man Utd already have first summer transfer in place with four more on the wayManchester United are gearing up for a potential run in European football next season with some shrewd summer signingsView 4 Images Cristian Orozco is set to join United (Image: Noushad Thekkayil/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Manchester United have already sorted an initial agreement to sign Cristian Orozco, with further arrivals planned for the summer transfer window. However, with no official announcement yet made and summer fast approaching, United have shifted their focus towards future signings. ‌Orozco is set to join as a highly-rated defensive midfielder to enhance the academy ranks. Orozco is unlikely to be United's sole summer signing with the club poised to also bring in reinforcements for the first-team squad. ‌Anderson said: "We've obviously got the World Cup this summer, so all my eyes are on that and playing for England.

New derelict property tax will affect up to 19,000 sites in bid to boost housing supplyRevenue will be responsible for 7pc levy instead of local authoritiesUp to 19,000 derelict properties could be hit with new 7pc tax being introduced next yearCónal Thomas Today at 06:30Up to 19,000 derelict properties could be hit with the new 7pc tax being introduced by the Government early next year, ministers have been told.

This Sunday is the deadline for the option enabling workers to top up their UK pension on the cheap. It means people who worked in the UK for three years can cheaply improve their state pension to bring them up to 10 years of cover, the minimum to qualify for a UK state pension. The opportunity to top up a UK pension has been described as ‘an insanely generous’ concession by expertsFrom then, it will be five times more expensive for people living outside the UK to top up their UK state pension, even if they worked there for more than a decade. The opportunity to top up a UK pension has been described as “an insanely generous” concession by experts. Former UK workers can secure a UK pension that is paid from age 67, with no impact on their other pensions.

He delivered his 19-minute speech against a backdrop of high global oil prices and his own low approval ratings. And he suggested the war could escalate if Iranian leaders did not capitulate to U.S. terms during negotiations, with strikes on Iran's energy and oil infrastructure possible. President Donald Trump concludes his speech about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House (Alex Brandon/Pool/AP)2. Western allies, however, have resisted joining a war that he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu started without consulting them. He made a dramatic entrance, walking through double doors in the White House residence to approach the podium.

'I know I’m going to be fast, but who knows how fast,' says Daniel Wiffen ahead of next week's Irish Open swimming championships. “I’m going to be very honest with everybody: if I don’t swim fast next week, I’m not staying in California,” he said. “I know I’m going to be fast, but who knows how fast. I think it will be the biggest test for Irish swimming to see if we can convert the success into more long-course medals. If we come back from the European Championships in 2027 with the same medal haul as Poland, I’ll be the happiest person in the world.

Stella McCartney has been given permission to build a stylish £5million country retreat in the Highlands after a three-year battle against residents who objected to it. The backlash became so fierce that Mr Willis was forced to publicly defend the proposal, calling it the couple's 'forever home'. The split-level property, designed by architects Brown & Brown, features a turfed roof and stunning glass balcony. Councillor Thomas MacLennan said the house would sit 'more comfortably' in the Highland landscape than the previously consented property. The design statement from architects Brown & Brown stated: 'Privacy is of prime import to the applicant.

Video: US-Israel bombs Iranian official brokering deal with JD Vance in 'attempt to derail Trump's peace talks'Video appears to show an Iranian missile strike in Jordan. Iran has threatened the US and Israel with 'more crushing, broader and more destructive' attacks as they launched strikes across the Middle East.