The government and public service trade unions have begun pay negotiations at the Workplace Relations Commission. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has stressed that any deal must include productivity improvements and should prioritize lower-paid public sector workers.

The Irish Times: Any pay deal with unions must have productivity elements, says Taoiseach

The Taoiseach stated that any pay agreement reached with public service trade unions must incorporate productivity improvements.

Irish Examiner: Lower-paid public sector workers should be prioritised in pay talks, says…

The Taoiseach has stated that lower-paid public sector workers should be given priority in pay negotiations.

TheJournal.ie: Government and Unions Head to Workplace Relations Commission for Pay Talks

The government and trade unions are set to engage in public sector pay talks at the Workplace Relations Commission.

TheJournal.ie: Public Sector Pay Deal Must Deliver 'Value for Money' and Productivity, Says…

The Taoiseach stated that any public sector pay deal must ensure 'value for money' and include productivity improvements.

The Irish Times: 'It’s not going to be smooth': Government and unions start on long road to pay…

The government and trade unions have begun negotiations for a pay deal, with analysts predicting a difficult process.

The Irish Times: Are public sector workers all as badly off as strikes might suggest? Data…

An opinion piece examines data to assess the financial situation of public sector workers in light of recent strikes.

The funeral service for the four family members who tragically died in an arson attack in Waterford is taking place today, with residents forming a solemn guard of honour to pay their respects.

TheJournal.ie: Funeral for Four Family Members Killed in Waterford Arson Attack Today

The funeral service for four family members who died in an arson attack in Waterford is scheduled to take place today.

The Irish Times: Solemn guard of honour: Waterford residents pay tribute to four family members…

Residents of Waterford formed a guard of honour to pay respects to four family members who died in a house fire.

Gardaí have launched a murder investigation in Mallow after a man was found dead in Ballyellis, near the River Blackwater. Authorities are seeking information and suspect the killing may have been a professional 'execution' hit.

Irish Examiner: Man murdered in Mallow may have been killed in professional 'execution' hit

Gardaí are seeking information from anyone who was in the vicinity of the River Blackwater at Ballyellis, Mallow, following a murder investigation.

RTÉ has acknowledged that it was a 'mistake' to remove a Palestinian flag necklace from an episode of 'Cheap Irish Homes' during post-production without the wearer's consent. The national broadcaster will now review its impartiality guidelines.

BreakingNews.ie: RTÉ editing of Palestine flag necklace from show a 'mistake'

RTÉ has stated it will review its impartiality guidelines after a Palestinian flag necklace was removed from an episode of 'Cheap Irish Homes' during post-production without the wearer's consent.

The Irish Times: Removing Palestine flag necklace from TV show a ‘mistake’, says RTÉ

RTÉ has stated that it was an error to remove a necklace featuring the Palestine flag from an episode of the show 'Cheap Irish Homes'.

Gardaí are investigating a criminal gang suspected of accumulating substantial wealth through their involvement with vape products.

Irish Examiner: Gardaí investigate 'vast wealth' earned by gang involved with vape products

Gardaí are investigating a gang suspected of accumulating significant wealth through involvement with vape products.

A report indicates a significant increase in older individuals experiencing homelessness in Ireland, with one 62-year-old woman facing eviction and fearing for her future as an emergency homeless accommodation center in Dublin is set to close.

BreakingNews.ie: Older homeless numbers set to rise as facility closes

A 62-year-old woman from North Dublin faces eviction and fears for the future as an emergency homeless accommodation center in the city is set to close next month, affecting women and children.

Irish Examiner: 'I have to go to a hostel and I'm scared': Growth in older homeless numbers…

A report indicates a significant increase in the number of older individuals experiencing homelessness in Ireland, with one person expressing fear about having to stay in a hostel.

Gardaí have arrested three individuals following a chase on the M50 motorway as part of an operation targeting a gang involved in a crime spree in north Dublin.

TheJournal.ie: Three Arrested After M50 Chase as Gardaí Target Dublin Crime Spree Gang

Gardaí have arrested three individuals after a chase on the M50 motorway as part of an operation targeting a gang involved in a north Dublin crime spree.

The doctor associated with a controversial online ADHD clinic has agreed to cease practicing medicine following numerous complaints. The Medical Council is now demanding the release of patient records.

TheJournal.ie: Doctor Behind Online ADHD Clinic Agrees Not to Practise Medicine Amid Complaints

The doctor associated with a controversial online ADHD clinic has agreed to stop practicing medicine following numerous complaints, and the Medical Council is demanding patient records be released.

There has been a significant rise in claims of unlawful detention, a trend linked to solicitors ceasing to offer their services.

The Irish Times: Huge rise in claims of unlawful detention linked to withdrawal of solicitors’…

There has been a significant increase in claims of unlawful detention, connected to solicitors ceasing to offer their services.

A charter flight has deported 24 Romanian men who had prior convictions.

TheJournal.ie: 24 Romanian Men with Previous Convictions Deported on Charter Flight

A charter flight has deported 24 Romanian men who have prior convictions.

Glen Rovers boss Tomás Mulcahy has expressed his satisfaction following his team's victory over the Barrs.

Irish Examiner: Glen Rovers boss Tomás Mulcahy: No disrespect but beating the Barrs makes it…

Glen Rovers boss Tomás Mulcahy expresses his satisfaction with beating the Barrs.

Irish Examiner: Anthony Daly: A Glen coronation dripping with Tomás Mul's class and composure

Commentary on Glen's championship win, highlighting Tomás Mulcahy's performance.