We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

International

Yesterday
15th July 2026
Argentina players celebrate with ‘Falklands are ours’ sign after putting England out of World Cup
Government's Occupied Territories Bill passes amid criticism over lack of ban on services
US launches new wave of strikes on Iran
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Up to 45% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed, with air pollution among risk factors
Argentina defeat England 2-1 in World Cup Semi-Final
Mass in Dublin for Ann Widdecombe hears Ireland 'not immune' to violence against politicians
Several politicians and TDs attended a mass today for the late Ann Widdecombe in St Teresa’s Church on Clarendon Street in Dublin city centre.
Starmer pledges 'wholehearted support' for successor Andy Burnham as he signs off final PMQs
RTÉ yet to decide if it will broadcast World Cup final half-time show
Man arrested over threatening to shoot Nigel Farage in social media post
Joe Biden to publish book about his time in office
Funeral of Jamey Carney hears how she believed moving to Ireland was her best decision
The wider Killarney community mourned alongside Carney’s family members and close friends.
Australia to enact laws on how AI data centres use power and water
Is the US about to get rid of daylight saving time?
Police ‘considering left-wing motive’ in Ann Widdecombe murder investigation
France set to legalise assisted dying pending assembly vote
Funeral of Jamey Carney to take place today in Killarney
Government set to extend refugee protection for Ukrainians until March 2028
Tuesday
14th July 2026
US-Russian crew arrives at International Space Station for eight-month mission
US and Iran launch strikes as Trump reverses threat to tax ships passing through Strait of Hormuz
France 0-2 Spain, World Cup semi-final
European champions advance to Sunday’s decider where they will face England or Argentina.
Now that the Strait of Hormuz is blocked again, should we be worried about prices at the pumps?
As the war in the Middle East continues, oil prices have risen again.
‘If we die, we die together’: Woman describes moment husband nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane
UK counter-terrorism police say Ann Widdecombe was killed in 'targeted attack'
An Irishman was convicted of murder in Budapest, but Hungarian media didn't name him. Why?
The Journal asked legal experts in Hungary why the press there has declined to name Lorcan Murphy when reporting on the case.
‘Hard to know’ when Aughinish Alumina workers will have clarity, Tánaiste says
Debunked: Claims of Russian battlefield gains misuse report that finds greater Ukrainian advances
The UK wasted almost £10bn during their scramble to secure PPE during the Covid pandemic
'The funniest sport ever': World Cup fans discover GAA, as David Clifford goal goes viral
Families claim bodies of Bangkok fire, as toll rises to 30
US launches third night of Iran strikes as Trump unveils 20% shipping toll in Strait of Hormuz
Monday
13th July 2026
Lindsey Graham's younger sister appointed to complete his term in US Senate
Andy Burnham will be next British prime minister after 349 MPs back him for Labour leadership
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
Trump says US will reinstate Iran blockade and charge for Strait of Hormuz shipping
Suspect in Jamey Carney murder case arrested in Jordan
The family of Ahmad Al-Saqar, the main person of interest in the Jamey Carney murder case, have said that they have put a legal team together and will take ‘legal action’ against any ‘defamation’ towards them or him.
'One of the greats': Sam Neill, star of the Jurassic Park films, dies aged 78
EU moves towards limiting children's access to social media