National News from Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

HHC - A Drug Commonly Used In Vapes And Linked To Psychosis - Has Been Banned In Ireland

It's one of 14 new substances now classified as controlled drugs, after studies by the EU and UN.
Arena Padel Files Planning For €4m High-End Sports Hub In Kill

If approved, the 45,000 sq. ft centre would feature nine championship-standard courts, a Technogym-partnered “bio-circuit” gym, and recovery rooms.
Driver Charged After Two-Car Collision In Sallins Leaves Two Injured

Two occupants of one of the cars were taken to hospital, however their injuries are not believed to be serious.
Justin Kelly Appointed As Garda Commissioner, With Annual €314K Salary

The Dubliner has been Deputy Garda Commissioner since October, while before that he served as an Assistant Commissioner for two years.
Killer Of Irish Soldier Seán Rooney Sentenced To Death As Taoiseach Questions Other Verdicts

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A man convicted of murdering the Irish soldier in Lebanon in December 2022 has been sentenced to death.
Government To Launch Public Consultation On Allowing Log Cabins Without Planning Permission

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The proposals would allow people to build cabins or modular homes up to 45 square metres in size in their back gardens, provided at least 25 square metres of garden is retained.
Ballyshannon Residents Win Court Battle Over Quarry Plan

The case will now return to An Coimisiún Pleanála for reconsideration.

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