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- Wakes not permitted in Catholic churches, says Bishop February 24, 2026The Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise has clarified diocesan guidance that wakes, with an open coffin, are not permitted in churches.
- Jobs of 80 paramedics uncertain after HSE changes February 24, 2026The Irish Society of Paramedicine has said that 80 newly qualified paramedics face an uncertain future, having been told by the HSE that they must reapply to retain their jobs.
- Louvre museum chief resigns months after jewel heist February 24, 2026The head of France's world-famous Louvre Museum has resigned, the office of the French presidency has announced, following a months-long string of scandals - including a brazen jewel heist.
- Mexico 'guarantees' World Cup safety amid violence February 24, 2026Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has offered "full guarantees" for the safety of football fans at World Cup games in the violence-plagued city of Guadalajara.
- New voucher scheme to repair devices to be piloted February 24, 2026Plans to introduce a National Pilot Repair Voucher scheme are part of a newly-launched Circular Economy Strategy from the Government.
- Man, 20s, arrested after hit-and-run in Co Cavan February 24, 2026A man has been arrested over a hit-and-run in Co Cavan where two people were injured, one critically.
- Call for peace conference to resolve Middle East conflict February 24, 2026Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has called for an international peace conference to be held to help resolve the conflict between Israel and Palestine.
- US TV host offers $1m reward for information on abduction February 24, 2026US TV anchor Savannah Guthrie has said her family is now offering up to $1 million for a tip leading to the recovery of her mother, who was kidnapped 24 days ago.
- High Court to decide on RTÉ sharing undercover footage February 24, 2026The High Court will decide whether or not RTÉ must hand over all its undercover footage filmed in two nursing homes to the body responsible for regulating services for older people.
