Ireland

Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan recently purchased Strancally Castle, a nearly 200-year-old Gothic estate located in Waterford County, Ireland. The castle is positioned about 140 miles from Meta's international headquarters in Dublin. The purchase was reported to cost an estimated 20 to 30 million euros.

Burnham is facing a clash with the EU regarding a youth scheme as a summit approaches. Meanwhile, Ireland's European affairs minister commented that 'a lot of work still to do'.

Amazon is undertaking a multiyear effort called "Region Flex" to spread e-commerce workloads across more AWS cloud regions, aiming for greater flexibility and resilience. This strategic shift is driven by industrywide power constraints caused by the AI boom, leading Amazon to redesign its cloud setup as data center capacity becomes increasingly limited. The initiative involves reducing the retail operations' footprint in major hubs such as Northern Virginia and Dublin.

Ruth Patterson, VP and managing director for HP in the U.K. and Ireland, detailed that her priorities include supporting channel partners and customers on advancing the future of work strategy. She emphasized keeping people central by ensuring employee engagement and focusing on inclusivity and culture while balancing speed and perfection. Key challenges she highlighted involve navigating macro environment turbulence and fast-moving innovation.

Daniel Kinahan, an alleged leader of an Irish organized crime gang, was extradited from Dubai to Dublin on Sunday. He faces allegations of running an international drug smuggling and money laundering empire with tentacles stretching to Britain, Spain, and the U.S., and has been charged in Dublin’s Special Criminal Court with directing the activities of a criminal organization.

A newly-rich US mother who had inherited $1 million was reportedly bludgeoned to death by her asylum seeker fiancé, who allegedly exploited a £10 visa 'open-door migrant loophole' to enter Ireland. The case highlights concerns over immigration vulnerabilities and violent crime.

A newly-rich US mother who inherited $1 million was allegedly bludgeoned to death by her asylum seeker fiancé, who reportedly entered Ireland using a £10 visa loophole. The case highlights a 'open-door migrant loophole' in the UK visa system.

The article reveals the luxurious lifestyles of Irish gangland kingpins, including the Kinahan clan, as authorities have seized luxury items such as gold watches, designer bags, and sports cars.

Kinahan crime cartel boss remains in Dubai despite an expired residency visa after his son was arrested and faces extradition to Ireland.

The Park Hotel Kenmare, a historic hotel in Kerry, Ireland, has new owners and is undergoing a significant renovation with a new wing. The hotel, known as Ireland's grande dame of hospitality, is now incorporating elements inspired by Kyoto.

UNC football began fall camp as the university investigates general manager Michael Lombardi's administrative leave, involving confidential personnel issues and an HR dispute. The team, coached by Bill Belichick, will start the 2026 season with a game against TCU in Ireland.

A user in Ireland clicked a phishing link after receiving a text claiming to be from the postal service, which asked for payment of an online import tax. The fake website resembled the official postal service site, but the user stopped before submitting personal details after verifying the postal service does not request tax payments via text. The user is now concerned about potential malware on their iPhone 8.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the European Commission’s €2 trillion EU budget proposal as 'unacceptable' and demanded cuts of 'several hundred billion' euros. He also opposed plans to add 2,500 new EU jobs, while Ireland faces pressure to balance Germany’s austerity demands with support from countries like Italy and Spain for a larger budget.

Canadian insurer Sun Life has launched a new platform named Sun Life Private Wealth targeting Asia’s fastest-growing wealth management markets. The platform, staffed by 400 employees across multiple global locations, aims to help high-net-worth individuals protect and transfer wealth to the next generation.

The EU is hesitating to target an Irish plant accused of supplying Russia’s war industry due to concerns that restricting alumina exports to Russia could disrupt the bloc’s aluminum supply chain.

OpenAI launched the Codex Micro keyboard for $230, designed for coders using its Codex tool. The device sold out quickly and is now reselling on eBay for up to $1,850, though prices have dropped to around $450. Work Louder, a boutique keyboard firm, produced the device, and a non-OpenAI-branded version is available from them.

European countries are adopting digital sovereignty by shifting from American tech giants like Microsoft to open-source solutions. Ireland canceled a €1 billion Microsoft procurement citing digital sovereignty concerns, while Germany and Airbus are transitioning to local providers. The article criticizes US technology dependency and highlights examples of governments and corporations embracing open-source alternatives.

Damien Monel took a 30% pay cut to transfer from Amazon's Cork office to Madrid, initially struggled with budgeting and spending half his paycheck on rent, but later more than doubled his salary. He attributes his career growth to taking risks and following his instincts, despite initial financial challenges.

Ireland is pushing for a breakthrough in EU capital markets reform. The article also mentions Trump reshaping Iceland’s EU referendum.

Irish politicians have urged the government to send observers to a high-security trial of pro-Palestinian activists in Germany, expressing concerns about the detention of Irish defendant Daniel Tatlow-Devally. The request comes ahead of the German chancellor's upcoming visit, with a cross-party delegation highlighting the issue.

Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin visited Kyiv to discuss support for Ukraine and its EU membership bid with President Volodymyr Zelensky. Ireland has pledged to prioritize Ukraine during its six-month presidency of the Council of the EU.

Ireland highlights Europe's reliance on alumina as a dispute arises over a Russian-owned plant. The European Commission is assessing whether the Aughinish Alumina factory in County Limerick should be sanctioned.

Greece blocked a proposed EU sanctions package against Russia to protect its fuel shipping industry, causing the EU to fail in reaching a deal on new energy and trade measures. The disagreement centers on a ban on EU companies shipping Russian gas to third countries, with Greece arguing the restriction would lead to ships re-registering abroad.

TE Connectivity Ltd. reported fiscal Q3 net income of $748 million ($2.55 per share) and adjusted earnings of $2.94 per share, exceeding Wall Street expectations of $2.85 per share. The company generated $5.16 billion in revenue and forecasts Q4 earnings of $3.05 per share with revenue of $5.25 billion.

Adam Stewart left Google after 10 years and took an 8-month career break to reset and reassess his career. During the break, he focused on family, travel, personal projects, and budgeting before returning to work.

Jersey Mike's is preparing for an IPO with plans to expand its store count to 7,500 in the US and 15,000 globally, including 300 stores in Canada and 300 in the UK and Ireland. The company spent $41 million on a jet for founder Peter Cancro and highlights its protein-forward menu catering to dietary trends.

Pakistan's merger of the Board of Investment (BOI) and Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) presents an opportunity to reform investment promotion. The article argues that institutional changes alone cannot overcome fragmented policies on taxation, energy pricing, and regulation, citing successful models in Singapore, Ireland, Costa Rica, and Uzbekistan. It emphasizes the need for coherent economic strategies and political will to address systemic barriers to investment.

The Netherlands will ban products from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories starting 22 September. The decision aligns with measures by Ireland, Belgium, and Spain, and is based on the Dutch government's commitment to international legal obligations regarding Israel's occupation, as advised by the ICJ.

Ireland has passed a law targeting Israel, described as the first of its kind in Europe, intended to initiate a chain of national boycotts against the country. The law is criticized as hypocritical and beneficial to Hamas, while also posing a challenge to Donald Trump.

Ireland has partially banned trade with Israeli settlements, but the UK is urged to take stronger action to uphold Palestinian rights and international law. Settler violence in the occupied West Bank has reached its highest level since 2006, with attacks on Palestinian communities and infrastructure, supported by Israeli state policies. The International Court of Justice has mandated that states end support for Israel's illegal occupation.

Jamey Carney, a New York mother allegedly murdered in Ireland by a migrant boyfriend, was remembered as a 'ray of sunshine' at her funeral. The FBI is assisting Irish police, and a Jordanian suspect remains detained in the Killarney case.

Maya Merhige, an 18-year-old marathon swimmer from Berkeley, successfully swam the 21.4-mile North Channel from Ireland to Scotland on July 8 in 12 hours, 19 minutes, and 37 seconds. Her achievement is part of her effort to become one of the youngest swimmers to complete the 'Oceans Seven'.

David Howard, a 27-year-old Irishman with cystic fibrosis, is competing in the British Open at Royal Birkdale. A qualified mechanic and world amateur golf ranked No. 1,456, he manages his condition with daily medication and now focuses on golf full-time. His journey includes overcoming health challenges and mental health struggles during the pandemic.

The Irish presidency of the Council of the EU is prioritizing enlargement, hosting four accession conferences for Ukraine, Moldova, Albania, and Montenegro. The European Commission is also initiating a major workplace overhaul, though some oppose the changes. A new report highlights EU life expectancy at 81.5 years.

A migrant who killed 43-year-old American woman Jamey Carney in Ireland fled the country and was later arrested in Jordan, according to the Irish Mirror.

Ultrawealthy Americans are increasingly seeking foreign citizenship or residency through programs like golden visas as a precaution against potential wealth taxes. Advisors describe second passports as 'insurance,' with a 183% rise in inquiries from U.S. nationals at Henley & Partners between Q1 2024 and 2025. Californians are preparing for a possible 5% one-time tax on billionaires, prompting asset relocations and relocations to states like Florida.

EU foreign ministers discussed imposing an import ban on products from Israeli settlements following pressure from member states. Several EU countries, including Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands, have already implemented trade restrictions based on advice from the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

A migrant suspected of murdering American mother Jamey Carney in Ireland was in the country despite his asylum application being rejected, according to Irish media. The case highlights a security concern regarding individuals remaining in the country after asylum denials.

A Jordanian national, whose asylum application was denied but who was appealing the decision, is a person of interest in the murder of an American mother in Ireland. He fled to Turkey by flight after the victim's body was discovered, triggering an international manhunt.

Irish data centers now consume 23% of the country's electricity, highlighting a significant increase in energy usage. The article references a report from The Register and Hacker News discussions on the topic.