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Catherine Connolly sworn in as Ireland's 10th President

DUBLIN, Ireland: Catherine Connolly was sworn in as Ireland's 10th President, pledging to ensure that "all voices are represented, heard and valued."

The inauguration took place in St Patrick's Hall at Dublin Castle, attended by Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Tánaiste Simon Harris, and other dignitaries.

The independent TD from Galway, a former psychologist and barrister, recited the Declaration

ECB: China's EU export surge began before U.S. tariffs

CHINA: China's recent surge in low-cost exports to Europe isn't just a byproduct of U.S. tariffs, it's rooted in its own weakening domestic economy, according to a European Central Bank (ECB) study.

The ECB, responding to growing pressure on the European Union to act against Chinese goods flooding the market, said the trend began well before the latest round of U.S.-China trade tensions. Instead, the shift stems

Michael Higgins ends 14-year tenure as Ireland's President

DUBLIN, Ireland: Michael D. Higgins leaves after 14 years as President of Ireland, during which he reshaped how the role is perceived, often taking outspoken positions on government policy.

He also became a cultural icon — inspiring memes, tea cosies, and children's books.

Born on April 18, 1941, in Limerick, Higgins was the third of four children. His father, John, a War of Independence veteran, st

China's new K-visa takes aim at US in global talent race

HONG KONG: China's bid to attract global tech talent is gaining momentum and drawing comparisons to America's famous H-1B program.

Beijing's newly launched K-visa, introduced last month, is designed to lure science and technology professionals from around the world. The move comes as the U.S. tightens immigration rules under President Donald Trump, creating uncertainty for skilled foreign workers seeking opportu

Carroll's Irish Gifts to open immersive history experience in Dublin

DUBLIN, Ireland: A new tourist attraction is coming to Dublin city centre, to be operated by Carroll's Irish Gifts. The project, called "The Masterpiece Immersive Experience," has received planning approval from Dublin City Council and will offer visitors an interactive journey through key moments in modern Irish history.

The attraction will be located in Carroll's existing ou

China presses Netherlands for action to resolve Nexperia dispute

SHANGHAI, China: China has urged the Netherlands to take "concrete action" to help resolve the Nexperia dispute, which has disrupted chip supplies and threatened car production across Europe.

The Chinese Commerce Ministry said it had accepted a Dutch request to send representatives to Beijing for talks over the chipmaker, which is headquartered in the Netherlands but owned by

Dublin High Court strikes down fast-track approval for asylum centre

DUBLIN, Ireland: The Dublin High Court has ruled that the fast-track process used to approve a controversial asylum accommodation centre in Athlone was flawed and must be quashed.

However, the court has delayed the enforcement of its order for four months, after which the site will be considered an unauthorised development if no corrective action is taken.

Ireland's Cork Pride Group to enter liquidation amid dispute

DUBLIN, Ireland: The High Court has been told that the Cork LGBT+ Pride Festival CLG will go into liquidation next week.

A creditors' meeting is scheduled for November 12, and the liquidator will handle any dispute involving the company's only full-time employee, barrister Eoin Clifford SC, said this week.

Business developer Kery Mullaly, who was hired

Royal Norwegian Embassy honours Minerva Academy FC for Norway Cup triumph

New Delhi [India], November 14 (ANI): The Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi hosted a special felicitation ceremony to honour Minerva Academy FC, the winners of the prestigious Norway Cup 2025 held in Oslo this July. The event celebrated the team's remarkable achievement and underscored how sports continue to strengthen cultural and diplomatic ties between India and Norway.

The ceremony began with an address by

China, Russia continue to target Canada: Canadian intelligence agency

Ottawa [Canada], November 14 (ANI): Canada's government and private sector are being targeted by foreign adversaries, particularly Russia and China who have 'significant interest' in Canada's Arctic region, the head of the country's spy agency has claimed as per local media.

Dan Rogers, director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) told CBC's Power & Politics on Thursday (local time) that they

FIFA WC Qualifiers: Cristiano Ronaldo sent off as Ireland stun Portugal, France seal spot

Dublin [Ireland], November 14 (ANI): Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off while Ireland delivered a stunner, defeating Portugal 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers on Friday, leaving Roberto Martinez's side still waiting for their spot in the marquee tournament.

The current Nations League champions needed just a win heading into the match to qualify for the tournament, but Troy Parrott's brace put their qualific

Economic Watch: U.S. tariffs squeeze European high-end manufacturers, dimming industry prospects

Luxury groups face a difficult balancing act: holding prices may squeeze profits while increasing them risks losing the next generation of buyers.

BERLIN, Nov. 14 (Xinhua) -- Europe's flagship luxury and high-end manufacturing sectors, from French leather goods and Swiss watches to German premium cars, are under growing pressure from U.S. tariffs on European exports.

Once seen as pillars of

Russian Su-30 fighter plane crashes near Finnish border

Both pilots have been killed, the Defense Ministry said

A Su-30 fighter jet crashed during a training flight in a remote area in northwestern Russia on Thursday evening, killing both pilots, the Russian Defense Ministry said.

The incident took place in Russia's Karelia Region, which borders Finland. According t

US labels four European Antifa-linked groups as global terrorists, expands crackdown

Washington, DC [US], November 14 (ANI): The United States has named four European groups linked to Antifa as 'specially designated global terrorists,' expanding the Trump administration's crackdown on left-wing extremist organisations.

The move places the groups under sanctions, with the US also planning to list them as foreign terrorist organisations from November 20.

In a statement, the US State Departmen

Jason Robertson tallies twice as Stars shut out Canadiens

(Photo credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images)

Jason Robertson scored twice and Casey DeSmith made 24 saves as the visiting Dallas Stars routed the Montreal Canadiens 7-0 to extend their winning streak to a season-high four games.

Robertson added an assist for his second straight three-point game as the Stars scored more than six goals for the first time since Feb. 8.

Colin Blackwell notched a goal and an

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