Exam fever is in the air as a record number of students begin their Leaving Cert and Junior Cycle exams today across the country. Our Midwest reporter Nigel Dugdale reports from a school in Limerick as candidates sat their first papers. #VMNews

Columnist Sarah Carey says RTÉ has “a lot of work to do” to rebuild trust with both the public and staff - suggesting bringing the broadcaster under the Comptroller and Auditor General “may be the only way out”.  #MondayGR

A 63-year-old Kerry sports coach convicted of rape and sexual assault used the “ambition and love” of sport to control and manipulate two teenage victims, the Central Criminal Court has heard. Victim impact statements described fear, abuse and intimidation. #VMNews

Grace Lynch's parents have called for the legal process to be sped up after the inquest into her death was adjourned today, pending the outcome of criminal proceedings. Grace died after she was hit by a scrambler bike in Dublin which led to the passing of Grace's Law.  #VMNews

Political Correspondent Seán Defoe says there’s been “an awful lot of long fingering” around the Occupied Territories Bill - arguing Ireland may need to “go it alone” rather than wait for wider EU consensus.  He said you could look at it as being "potentially dead".  #MondayGR

A row has erupted in the Dáil after new figures showed a sharp rise in eviction notices. Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty accused the Government of “failing renters” and said families are being left with nowhere to turn as the housing crisis deepens. #VMNews

It’s National Creativity Day today, and thousands have attended the launch of a special graduation show for young artists in Limerick. The LSAD show is recognised as one of the finest in Europe. More on #VMNews

The U.S. says it is ready to restart strikes against Iran if a peace deal falls through. Donald Trump has met officials in the White House Situation Room, but has yet to sign off on an agreement. More on #VMNews

A ceremony was held in Dublin City Centre today to mark the 85th anniversary of the North Strand bombing. 28 people were killed when the Germans bombed Dublin by mistake during WWII. More on #VMNews

Veteran US foreign policy figure John Bolton tells the new Virgin Media News documentary 'Make Ireland Great Again' that Ireland’s security stance could cause friction with US politicians. Bolton also takes issue with Ireland’s position on Gaza. 📺 Tonight at 9pm on Virgin Media One & Play

If the Russian military had attacked civilian boats in intl waters & seized more than 400 people on board (including UK citizens) & then forcibly taken them to Russia, does anyone think the UK media would be describing what Russia had done as arresting them?

“I’m tired of people whining about it afterwards… go and vote” Andy Maciver reflects on the Scottish election results, and suggests that the system could function better if different, Scotland only, political parties ran for election to Holyrood.

A fitting sendoff for Stephen Colbert from his friend Jon Stewart with a surprise appearance from the great Andra Day – inspiring us all to Rise Up.

"Coach O said, 'I'll honor your scholarship. We'll hold it for two years.'" 𝐐𝐮𝐲𝐧𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐛𝐛𝐬 shares the moment that brought him to Arizona. Most colleges would not offer a scholarship to a player who planned to go on a mission. Coach Olson was different. He honored his word and held the spot.

How to make traditional Israeli food

Despite what some, including at DHS, are claiming, this video isn’t from a year ago in Chicago. It was Friday in Hoffman Estates, in my district, a street I’ve walked myself. It appears to show a child being violently detained by ICE. It’s real, and I’m demanding accountability.

My Hero Academia Dropped a New Special Episode! Let's chat about it! #booksky #blacksky #anime #mha #plusultra #blerd #staynerdy

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@repstansbury.bsky.social stands for all of us. Watch her passionate defense of the Clean Air Act—a vital reminder that breathing clean air is a fundamental human right. Let’s keep up the momentum. Join me for this #CupOfJoe!

Since last year so much has happened in the world of AI and Copyright, as creators continue to fight for their livelihoods 🛡️ Join us at Make Music Work on 17 April to find out why we need justice for creators in the age of GenAI 🗣️ Get your ticket NOW: www.ism.org/event/make-m...

Once again, Donald Trump is off on an unhinged rant about the fairness of an election where votes didn't go his way. He cannot accept defeat.   We will not allow him to silence the voices of American voters.

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SYDNEY SWEENEY SHOCKS FAN in yet another racy scene in Euphoria season 3 DAILYMAIL / WOW MEDIA CHANNEL Published: 06:15 BST, 18 May 2026 Updated: 07:55 BST, 18 May 2026

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Rust speeds CPU ML, but GPU work often favors Python today. #rust #machinelearning #gpu

A hit and run according to OP who said he heard but didn't see it. West Hollywood. OP: tiktok.notzapata

I'm living for this kind of videos The fact that he's still sharing this with us despite all the stalking is precious He's strong and i think that, maybe, he loves us but i can be wrong

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If you are a victim of sexual assault, Nainesh Kotak @kotaklaw.bsky.social has advice on how you can file a civil lawsuit @rickzamperin.bsky.social . FULL INTERVIEW: www.chch.com/morning-live...

Published 1d ago: "Today #Israeli extremists settlers with flock of goats raided the village of Al Mirkez in Masafer Yatta at the door of the house , video shows Palestinian women chasing settlers from her house yard #savemasaferyatta" www.instagram.com/p/DYz3whBIY73/ #Israel #News #Palestine

#AEWDoubleOrNothing 8e/5p, HBO Max PPV TONIGHT! AEW Women's World Title 4-Way For the 1st time ever, 4 women who've held the AEW Women’s World Title fight for the belt when champ Thekla defends vs former champs Hikaru Shida, Kris Statlander & Jamie Hayter at #AEWDoN!

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Proud to be right back where it all started on the last major piece of our I-80 modernization here at the Des Plaines River bridges.

Trump is letting Stephen Miller run the same playbook again: troops in cities, families torn apart, people targeted for speaking out. I signed this petition to speak out because this feels urgent. I hope you’ll join me. app.sosha.ai/s/dhXnywrI

⚠️ Inserted by Blackhawk into unknown terrain. We had no intel. Our Apache opened fire—on an evacuation plane. 💥 Civilians down. Now we must hold a key bridge… with guilt on our backs. 👉 youtu.be/kZtGLA3rPaE #ArmaReforger #Milsim #FOF @armaplatform.com

Watching Remarkably Bright Creatures and all I can think of is the Flying Nun. That was a show. A nun who could fly when the wind caught her cornette.

#Match2026 week is here! If you're feeling all the feelings, it's ok. It's a lot! Take a deep breath. Everything will work out. 🧡

How about a little poetry for your Tuesday? It is #PoetryBreakDay, after all. 😉 Ahem: A place for jackets, bags, and more, Lockers keep clutter off the floor. Morning’s calm, the day starts right, Everything’s ready and out of sight. Lockers are the secret to smoother mornings. ✨

New York Giants Coach was aware Jaxson Dart was going to meet Trump and shake his hand, but didn’t know it would be on stage at a public political rally

Morning. #AFC #MCFC 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

THE CRAZY OLD MAN ON THE HILL!!! #trumpsucks #BLUEWAVE26

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As American cities prepare to host the Olympics and FIFA World Cup, rapidly evolving drone technology is outpacing the systems state and local governments rely on to secure large public gatherings. 👀 ⚽ 🏅 📰 ➡️ statescoop.com/drones-secur... #FIFAWorldCup #FWC26 #LA28 #2028Olympics

Listen to their words. #FreePalestine

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The reason past presidents have avoided conflict.

"★★★★ It is wonderfully acted with unaffected naturalism by its cast of professionals and newcomers and plays an extravagant, almost shameless pizzicato on the audience’s heartstrings.." Peter Bradshaw @theguardian.com Vermiglio (PG) screens in Garter Lane Arts Centre on Tues, Sept 23rd at 7.30pm.

Terra Invicta has officially launched into 1.0! Defend Earth from an alien invasion while navigating complex global politics and expanding your reach across the Solar System. Take command of your fleet in deep, tactical space battles. Get it on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1176470/...

Mission Minute is back! This time we’re breaking it down into quick, bite sized episodes focused on our core steps: monitor, evaluate, protect. Hear directly from our team as they define their roles in keeping people and elephants safe across the Mara.

Грає море зелене, Тихий день догора. Дорогими для мене Стали схили Дніпра, Де колишуться віти Закоханих мрій... Як тебе не любити, Києве мій! В очі дивляться канни, Серце в них переллю. Хай розкажуть коханій, Як я вірно люблю. Буду мріяти й жити На крилах надій... Як тебе не любити, Києве мій!

#rückbildungsgymnastik #rückbildung #schwangerschaft #schwanger Ich bringe gerade meine Videos hierher – falls du neu bist, willkommen! 👋

Pipe Bomb So Cool Far Far West is a cool game I just got it (thanks @blubbernibble.bsky.social)

I called out Reform's backwards vision on the future of coal. Whilst we fight for green jobs of the future, they call for reopening coal mines and fracking which would devastate our countryside.

Well we made it #gamer fam Thank FECK it's Friday~! I am distracting myself today With FEATURE FRIDAYS WITH WING~! twitch.tv/awingedshield Being the best #merc in #ArmoredCoreVI Much pew pews, such #mecha See you there frens! #Eldenwood #VTuber #ENVTuber #neko

🕯️In Dnipro, 15 deaths due to Russian strike tonight are already known, — OVA Rescuers recovered the bodies of two women and a man from under the rubble of a house. ❗️ The number of injured in Kyiv has increased to 81 people.

Eita! Entendeu???

Cody Rhodes named the Cross Rhodes he hit on Seth Rollins at WWE Battleground 2013 the greatest one he’s ever hit. (ESPN)

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"Was die durchgeknallte Trulla nicht sagt: Ihr Netzpaket sorgt dafür, dass in der Hälfte des Landes keine Solar und Wind Anlagen mehr gebaut werden, weil aus Angst vor teuren Abschaltung keiner mehr investiert. Weswegen gerade die 16 Energieminister mit 16 zu 0 Stimmen ihre Politik abgelehnt haben."