Hundreds wounded and at least 20 killed in second wave of explosions across Lebanon
Walkie-talkies and other communication devices used by Iran-backed Hizbullah detonate in hands of users
Cannabis-like drug causing severe psychosis in young men, College of Psychiatrists warn
Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) is legal in Ireland and commonly available in the form of vapes or added to jellies or chocolate
Ireland and Nato: a ‘freeloading’ arrangement that doesn’t need fixing - or require membership
The military alliance would have little to gain from Irish membership, while Ireland’s strategic geography means it enjoys unofficial protection under Nato’s umbrella
No prospect of Israeli ambassador returning to Ireland unless relations improve, says embassy
Ambassador Dana Erlich has remained in Israel since May when she was recalled in protest over Ireland’s decision to recognise the state of Palestine
More than €220m of defence budget unspent since 2012, report finds
Findings focus on Irish Naval Service which has been hit hard by retention crisis and call for increases in payments for service’s reserve
Sharp increase in ‘doorstep’ passport checks on flights arriving in Dublin
Operations were put in place last year after it emerged 40 per cent of people seeking asylum in Ireland had either lost or destroyed their travel documents before arriving at immigration control
Character references for sex offenders must now be given on oath under new law
Complainants in sexual assault cases will now also receive anonymity during the court process
Ireland will cease purchases of Israeli military equipment, says Tánaiste
Ongoing contracts to be put under review as violence in Gaza continues
From drones to guns that shoot around corners, Ireland has a long history of buying Israeli military goods
Ireland has purchased more than €20m worth of weaponry from Israel, a supplier whose expertise comes from real-world testing in the Middle East - most recently in Gaza
Several senior gardaí apply for deputy commissioner role, ending pensions impasse
Recruitment process had been delayed by concerns over tax liabilities
Israeli companies banned from winning State defence contracts - Tánaiste
Restrictions put on Israeli defence suppliers winning future Defence Forces contracts in response to Israel’s illegal occupation of the West Bank
Officials hopeful of suitable candidates applying for deputy garda commissioner job before Thursday deadline
Senior gardaí are concerned about being landed with large tax liabilities if they are appointed to the role
Prisoners denied ability to apply for parole due to delay in drafting regulations
Parole Board says it does not know when regulations will be introduced
Sharp rise in early release of inmates due to prison overcrowding
There has been a 60% increase in grants of temporary release since the eligbility rules were relaxed last year
Woman arrested on suspicion of murder of man in north Co Dublin
Man with serious injuries was found on road outside his home in Balbriggan earlier in August