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european rules
No age-based social media ban, but 'graduated approach' on the cards, says EU Commissioner
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holding pattern
Paperwork problems mean a Garda helicopter built in 2024 still hasn't been delivered
The two current Garda helicopters date back to 2007 and 2001 and are due to be replaced.
Sunday
5 Jul
The 42 GAA Weekly
Limerick beat Clare in thriller, Galway's big step and what next for Cork?
Fintan O’Toole and Declan Bogue reflect on All-Ireland hurling semi-final weekend at Croke Park.
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Jul 5
Shooting
Man (40s) shot dead in Dún Laoghaire in south Dublin
The man had a large number of criminal convictions, including convictions for selling drugs.
As it happened
Minute-by-Minute
Limerick defeat Clare 1-21 to 1-19 in All-Ireland Hurling Semi-Final
Analysis
Big chains are the winners from the poor targeting of Ireland’s hospitality VAT rate cut
With insolvencies declining, is a €681 million VAT cut really the best way to support hospitality?
Series
Calling 353
How an Offaly big adventure has travelled time and space to Ireland 2026
We would do well to feed the curiosity that once led to Birr having the world’s biggest telescope.
Series
Internet Diaries
The 'banned' Armie Hammer film promoted by Musk that turns anti-immigrant violence into culture
Our FactCheck editor details the internet trends seen by a thirtysomething-year-old man.
European Union
Opinion: The answer to Ireland and Europe's biggest challenges is more democracy, not less
dynamic pricing
Ticket buyers to see how many seats remain at each price while queuing online
EU Commissioner Michael McGrath is due propose legislation in November.
From The 42
Contenders
France advance to World Cup last 8 after hard-fought victory over Paraguay
Kylian Mbappé scored his seventh goal of the tournament from the penalty spot.
North Dublin
Council launches probe into developer as homeowners left without vital EV charging points
Residents have argued that planning conditions required ‘all’ car park spaces to have the capability to charge an EV.
Saturday
4 Jul
Series
The week that was
'This has been blown out of proportion': Two winners and three losers of the week
An embarrassing rejection, the beginning of a presidency and the rushing through of new laws before the summer recess.
Independence Day
JD Vance blasts people who speak of America's 'imperfections' rather than its 'greatness'
Just Married
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially married (and more wedding details have been revealed)
From The 42
All-Ireland camogie championship
Nolan steps up in extra time to lead Cats past Waterford
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