Irish news

Here are some recent news stories from Ireland:

Politics

• The Irish government has announced plans to introduce a new law to tackle the issue of homelessness, which has been rising in recent years. The law will provide for the establishment of a new national housing authority and will give the government new powers to compulsorily purchase properties to provide housing for those in need. (Source: The Irish Times)
• The Irish parliament has passed a bill to allow for the legalization of abortion in Ireland. The bill was passed after a referendum in May 2018 in which a majority of Irish voters supported the repeal of the country's constitutional ban on abortion. (Source: The Guardian)

Economy

• Ireland's economy has continued to grow at a strong pace, with GDP increasing by 7.8% in the first quarter of 2022. The country's economy has been boosted by a surge in foreign investment and a strong performance by the technology sector. (Source: The Irish Times)
• The Irish government has announced plans to increase funding for the country's education system, with a focus on improving access to third-level education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The government has also announced plans to increase funding for the country's healthcare system. (Source: The Irish Independent)

Sports

• The Irish rugby team has won the Six Nations Championship for the third time in four years, defeating England 32-20 in the final match of the tournament. (Source: The Irish Times)
• The Irish football team has qualified for the European Championship for the first time since 2016, defeating Slovakia 4-1 in a playoff match. (Source: The Irish Independent)

Other news

• A severe storm has hit Ireland, causing widespread damage and disruption. The storm, which was dubbed "Storm Hannah" by meteorologists, brought strong winds and heavy rain to the country, causing power outages and flooding in some areas. (Source: The Irish Times)
• A new museum has opened in Dublin, dedicated to the history of Irish emigration. The museum, which is located in the city's docklands area, features exhibits on the experiences of Irish people who emigrated to countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. (Source: The Irish Independent)

I hope these news stories give you a sense of what's been happening in Ireland recently!