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The Irish Independent's front page features a mix of financial, crime, political, and sports news. A major story concerns a probe into life insurance firms, while other headlines cover gardaí falling ill after handling vapes, political tensions over legal aid reforms, and a cyclist's health scare…
The Central Bank is launching a significant investigation into domestic life insurance companies, potentially uncovering a large-scale overcharging scandal similar to the tracker mortgage crisis.
Two police officers were hospitalized after becoming ill while handling cannabis vapes at Edenderry Garda Station in County Offaly, leading to a security alert and station closure.
A €125-a-head fundraiser for Fine Gael TD Barry Ward, who has criticized Justice Minister's legal aid reforms, is expected to create tensions within the coalition government.
Following the Eleanor Donaldson case, there are calls for a review of the legal framework governing 'trials of facts'.
Met Éireann forecasts rain and a generally breezier conditions for the upcoming weekend.
Darts player Cameron Menzies required medical attention after falling ill during a match at the World Matchplay.
This story revisits Paul Kimmage's 2025 reporting on a Team Sky carer allegedly linked to a doping doctor and explores developments since.
The family of Ann Widdecombe has announced plans for a public memorial service later this year.
Rúaidhrí O’Connor ranks the top 50 Irish rugby players from 50 to 31, covering players from all four provinces.
In this installment of 'The Divorce Diaries', a man in his early 50s shares his experience of separation, describing it as silent rather than filled with conflict.
A Dublin criminal, Paul Mooney, who was recently released from prison, is reportedly in hiding after receiving a 'kneecap' revenge threat from dissident republicans.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with discussions expected to include proposed EU sanctions on Aughinish Alumina.
