National News from Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

Gardaí Renew Witness Appeal After Fatal Collision Outside Kildare Town

A man in his 40s died.
Kildare Students Showcase Projects At Young Scientist And Technology Exhibition

More than 1000 students will present 550 projects to compete for more than 200 prizes between now and Saturday.
Animals And Heritage At Risk As Alleged Illegal Hunting Leaves Scars On The Curragh

The images, shared online, show large holes and burrows dug across parts of the plains.
Homeowner Threatened With Blade During Newbridge Break-In

The incident happened at 11.22am yesterday (Tuesday) on Rosconnell Road, while the occupant was inside the house
Serious Reliability Issues Highlighted In Data On W6 And X31 Bus Services

The data indicates that the majority of service failures are linked to operator-controlled issues such as staffing shortages and vehicle availability, rather than traffic congestion or roadworks.
Three Males Ransack Athy Home And Steal Shotguns

Two of the suspects ransacked the property, while a third remained with the occupant.
Driving Test Delays Loom as RSA Testers Back Strike Action

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Union says testers are not adequately insured while on duty.
Disruption To Flights In Dublin Airport Due To Severe Weather In Europe

17 flights have been cancelled this morning.

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