New reports highlight a severe rental scarcity across Ireland, with a significant majority of individuals under 35 years old considering social housing due to affordability challenges. Despite this, one report suggests that a previous rent price surge following new regulations was a temporary event.

BreakingNews.ie: Rental Scarcity a 'National Problem', According to Report

A new report highlights that rental scarcity is a significant issue across Ireland, impacting the housing market.

The Irish Times: Rent price surge in wake of new rules was ‘one-off’

A report suggests that the increase in rent prices following the implementation of new regulations was a temporary, 'one-off' event.

BreakingNews.ie: Over 60% of Under-35s Considering Social Housing

A report indicates that a substantial majority of individuals under 35 years old are contemplating social housing options, suggesting affordability challenges.

A new report reveals a 32% increase in wrong-way driving incidents in 2026, described as 'out of control'. Separately, concerns are mounting over car theft gangs speeding on motorways and posting footage online, particularly after a fatal crash.

The Irish Times: Wrong-way driving 'out of control' amid 32% rise in incidents detected in 2026

A report indicates a 32% increase in wrong-way driving incidents detected in 2026, with the issue described as 'out of control'.

TheJournal.ie: Car theft gangs on motorways

The issue of young car theft gangs speeding on motorways, often posting footage online, is under scrutiny following a fatal crash.

The Irish government is being urged to investigate a campaign of messages originating from the United States that are specifically targeting the social media platforms and website of the Ireland India Council.

Irish Examiner: Calls for investigation after surge of US-based messages targeting Ireland's…

The Irish government is urged to investigate a campaign of messages originating from the US, aimed at the Ireland India Council's social media platforms and website.

Data centres in Ireland consumed over 514 million litres of water between May and July, with their usage almost doubling during a period marked by drought conditions and national hosepipe bans.

TheJournal.ie: Data centre water use almost doubled during Ireland's hot summer

Data centres in Ireland consumed over 514 million litres of water between May and July, with usage increasing during a period of drought and hosepipe bans.

Armed Gardaí units were dispatched to Cork's northside in response to a public order incident described as a 'riot', where a shot was allegedly fired.

Irish Examiner: Armed gardaí respond to 'riot' after shot fired in Cork's northside

Gardaí responded to a public order incident in Cork where a shot was allegedly fired, with armed units attending the scene.

The government has developed a strategy to extend fuel excise cuts, ensuring the measure will not impact the upcoming Budget 2027 tax package. In diplomatic news, the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland is scheduled for their first official visit to Dublin.

The Irish Times: Fuel excise cuts extension will not affect budget 2027 tax package

The government has developed a plan that ensures the extension of fuel excise cuts will not impact the budget 2027 tax package.

BreakingNews.ie: Northern Ireland Secretary to Visit Dublin

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland is set to make their first official visit to Dublin, signalling potential diplomatic or political discussions.

An alphabetical guide explores the substantial expenses associated with children returning to school and offers practical advice for parents seeking to reduce these costs.

The Irish Times: Back-to-school A-Z: Why it costs parents so much and how to spend less

An alphabetical guide explores the high costs associated with back-to-school expenses and offers advice on how parents can save money.