Supreme Court refuses appeal in challenge to Ennis data centre
Opponents of a planned €1.6 billion data centre in County Clare have been refused permission to appeal a High Court decision that upheld its planning approval.
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Tom Cruise’s Digger falls 60% in second weekend as loss forecasts diverge
The film has earned $35.3 million worldwide after two weekends. Industry forecasts differ on the size of Warner Bros.’ potential loss.
U.S. Army receives first Hanwha mobile cannon prototype for testing
The first Mobile Tactical Cannon has arrived under a prototype agreement. Soldier experiments will help the Army decide whether to field the system in select formations.
Cyprus says it is technically ready for Schengen, but political agreement remains
Cyprus says it has completed the European Commission’s recommendations for joining Schengen. EU governments still need to agree, with the island’s Green Line and British bases...
German firms outline energy and infrastructure plans at Baku connectivity conference
Siemens Energy, VNG and Enercon described potential work in Azerbaijan as officials set out renewable energy and transport goals. The company plans remain exploratory.
UAE adviser urges stronger Gulf defence cooperation after Riyadh airport attacks
Anwar Gargash said Gulf states share a security threat after deadly attacks on Saudi Arabia’s main airport. The call came as flights remained suspended and Saudi officials...
Pope Leo XIV due for lung nodule surgery as Vatican cancels audiences
Pope Leo XIV is expected to enter Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on October 13 for surgery on a small lung nodule. The Vatican expects a stay of about a week; it has not disclosed a...
Robert Pether returns to Ireland after Iraqi court lifts travel ban
The Australian engineer reached Dublin after an Iraqi court dismissed proceedings against him. His return ends years of separation from his family, though questions about his...
India’s opposition asks Supreme Court to suspend nationwide voter-roll revision
Opposition leaders filed a petition after marching through New Delhi on 12 October, seeking an audit of voter deletions and safeguards for people removed from the rolls.
Northern Mariana Islands seek federal infrastructure support as US military requests greater access
The territory has submitted proposals worth more than $12.5 billion as military officials seek wider use of ports, airports and other shared facilities. No funding award or...
Fire destroys Paris’s Enfants Rouges market, leaving 17 food stalls lost
A fire destroyed the historic covered market in the Marais on Monday. Officials have promised help for traders, but the cause and rebuilding timetable remain unclear.
Bärbel Bas resigns as Germany’s labor minister and SPD co-chair
Bas cited grief and intensifying public attacks as her departure puts new pressure on a coalition negotiating labor and pension reforms.
U.S. and Japan reaffirm North Korea denuclearization goal at Tokyo dialogue
Senior officials reiterated their commitment to North Korea’s complete denuclearization and resolving the abductions issue during a wider regional dialogue in Tokyo.
South Korean envoy says high-level White House contact is limited as intelligence issue persists
Ambassador Kang Kyung-wha said officials remain in contact but senior-level consultations fall short of what she wants. She described progress between intelligence agencies...
South Korean envoy says intelligence cooperation with US has improved amid friction concerns
Ambassador Kang Kyung-wha told lawmakers that the two countries’ intelligence agencies had communicated, but gave no details of what changed.
French supermarket refrigeration cyberattack spoils food and disrupts stores
Retailers reported discarded fresh and frozen food after connected refrigeration systems were attacked overnight. French authorities are investigating, while the full scale and...
Labour proposes cheaper school uniform options as advocates point to wider child poverty
New Zealand Labour would limit compulsory branded uniform items and allow affordable alternatives if elected. KidsCan says food need and wider hardship also demand attention.
Māngere residents describe barriers to voting before New Zealand election
RNZ interviews in the Auckland electorate show how distrust, family circumstances and daily costs shape residents’ plans to vote on 7 November.