The EU, long cautious in its approach to digital currencies, has been compelled to accelerate its plans for a digital euro. Previously, the ECB leaned toward a private, centralized system for the digital euro, citing privacy and security concerns. However, the passage of the GENIUS Act has prompted a reevaluation of these assumptions. Arthur Hayes’ forecast of a crypto bull run extending into 2028 hinges on the continued growth and integration of stablecoins into global financial systems. Hayes’ prediction of a prolonged bull run underscores the growing influence of stablecoins and the potential for blockchain technology to redefine global financial systems [5].

In a 2023 meeting of its “supreme council”, members agreed there was no need for the “spilling of blood”. Documents were then issued to the genuine local councils, informing them that all decisions must first be referred to their IRB counterparts. Flanagan denied that the IRB local councils and co-ops were trying to replace the legitimate councils. Flanagan denied that the IRB local councils and co-ops were trying to replace the legitimate councils. He said there were 2,000-3,000 people involved in the IRB’s local councils.

It has a cabinet of ministers (which it calls secretaries), a nascent court system and a network of local government bodies. It even claims control over Óglaigh na hÉireann, the official Irish name of the Defence Forces. In a 2023 meeting of its “supreme council”, members agreed there was no need for the “spilling of blood”. But this was an actual seal, rather than the harp used by the modern IRB. Confused civil servants and court officials began receiving a deluge of documents adorned with the ornate wax seals of the IRB.

The Air We Share combines art, community and citizen science to try to draw attention to the issue of air pollution in Galway city. Video: Laoise Murray

CRH is in a legal battle with Ukrainian building materials group Kovalska over the purchase of Dyckerhoff, a cement plant owner, which Kovalska claims will create a duopoly in Ukraine's cement market. CRH's Legal Battle with Ukrainian Building Materials Group Kovalska Over the Purchase of DyckerhoffCRH, the global building materials giant, is embroiled in a legal dispute with Ukrainian building materials group Kovalska over the purchase of Dyckerhoff, a cement plant owner. This sparked legal challenges by Kovalska, who argued that the deal would harm competition in the market for a vital building material. The company argues that the acquisition gives CRH 46% of Ukraine's cement market on average and up to 99% in some regions, which it claims threatens competition. However, even before the conflict, Ukraine could only produce 11 million tonnes of cement [1].Investment ImplicationsThe legal battle could have significant implications for CRH's operations in Ukraine and its overall investment strategy.

You can submit any questions you have about this year’s process, from points Leaving Cert results, to appeals, deferrals and more. Photograph: Liam McBurney/PA WireSinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty, meanwhile, has said a potential return to €3,000 third-level fees “casts a shadow” over the Leaving Cert results day. How the Leaving Cert 2025 results compare with 2024How the Leaving Cert 2025 results compare with 2024Although no date is set in stone yet for the release of Junior Cert results, the SEC expects the release date to be in line with last year, it said. You can submit any questions you have about this year’s process, from points Leaving Cert results, to appeals, deferrals and more. Those receiving results today will be competing with almost 20,000 former Leaving Cert students who sat their exams in previous years.

The Irish Times CAO Helpdesk for 2025 is now open for questions about this year's college application process. Education experts Deirdre Garrett and Brian Howard will be available to answer questions on points, Leaving Cert results, appeals, deferrals, and more. The Irish Times CAO Helpdesk for 2025 is now open, offering education experts Deirdre Garrett and Brian Howard to answer questions about the college application process. It is an opportunity to get quick feedback and expert advice on navigating the college application process. Students are encouraged to follow the link to submit their questions and receive assistance from the experienced education experts.References:[1] https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2025/08/22/leaving-cert-results-day-a-unique-second-level-journey-reaches-its-end/

US president Donald Trump was appealing a judgment entered by judge Arthur Engoron in Manhattan, following a three-month non-jury trial. Lawyers for Mr Trump did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The appeals court was splintered. Referring to Mr Trump and other Trump Organization figures, judge Engoron said their “complete lack of contrition and remorse borders on pathological”. The appeals court put these restrictions on hold during the appeals process, while letting a court-appointed monitor for the Trump Organization continue her work.

The Air We Share combines art, community and citizen science to try to draw attention to the issue of air pollution in Galway city. Video: Laoise Murray

The Air We Share combines art, community and citizen science to try to draw attention to the issue of air pollution in Galway city. Video: Laoise Murray

My first concern for Rhasidat Adeleke right now is that she’s not being entirely open or honest. After years of progress, things suddenly started to unravel for Sonia O'Sullivan in 1996 at the Atlanta Olympics. It happened to me when, after years of progress, things suddenly started to unravel in 1996, in full public view, at the Atlanta Olympics. It’s possible Adeleke needs a complete change of scenery. It’s unlikely that she would want to train in Ireland, but Adeleke needs to find a place where she’s happy and has input in her training and racing.

Stopping Russians from killing Ukrainians is an act of love.”Borovskiy built his first drone with a soldering iron in a friend’s kitchen. I know units who’ve given up on them.”A Ukrainian explosives expert examines a fallen Shahed drone following an air attack in Kharkiv in June. Photograph: Sergey Bobok/AFP/GettyRussia’s Iranian-made Shahed drones have become some of the most dreaded weapons in the war. “The problem is you have to detect the incoming drone,” Borovskiy explains. The Shahed carries a 90-kilo warhead, the Beaver up to 20 kilos.”A Ukrainian drone strikes a Russian aircraft deep inside Russian territory on June 1st.

Campaigners in Guyana are challenging ExxonMobil's oil discovery, citing a production-sharing agreement that favors the company and limited oil-spill liability. ExxonMobil has invested $100 million in the Greater Guyana Initiative, but environmental campaigners call it "greenwash." A judge temporarily stayed an order requiring ExxonMobil to secure a $2 billion guarantee for oil-spill costs. Title: Guyana Campaigners Challenge ExxonMobil's Oil Discovery and PracticesCampaigners in Guyana are challenging ExxonMobil's oil discovery, citing a production-sharing agreement that favors the company and limited oil-spill liability. The main opposition party, the APNU, which signed the 2016 production-sharing agreement, and the ruling PPP party, which has failed to renegotiate it, will both be on the ballot.

Dublin Fire Brigade has responded to a fire near the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) in Dublin city centre. Photo: Damien StoranA large fire at George’s Dock in Dublin city centre has been brought under control, Dublin Fire Brigade said on Tuesday night. Earlier on Tuesday evening, a number of units responded to a fire that broke out near the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), prompting an urgent request for Gas Networks Ireland (GNI) to attend the scene. Photograph: Damien StoranDublin Fire brigade members battle a fire in the IFSC complex on Tuesday night. Photograph: Damien StoranEmergency services at the scene of a fire on Georges Dock, IFSC.

Ireland did not make the cut for The Economist's annual ranking of the world's richest countries. In dollar terms, Switzerland comes top, with average earnings above $100,000 (€86,000) last year while Singapore and Norway follow, at $90,700 and $86,800, respectively. Adjusted for hours worked, Norway takes first place, as it did last year, followed by Qatar and Denmark, the publisher said. That rules Ireland out of consideration as this is a ranking of countries which are “truly rich”, according to The Economist. Even adjusted for prices, The Economist noted that one Swiss income would be shared between 100 Burundians.