Week 33 - Wednesday

Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh celebrates being crowned the 2026 International Rose of Tralee after making a powerful impression by removing her wig on stage and speaking openly about living with alopecia. Universities are criticising the handling of visa applications for Palestinian students from Gaza, after more than half of a group awarded scholarships to study in Ireland were refused entry. Irish shoppers could face additional charges on goods bought from outside the EU, while new EU packaging regulations are also raising concerns about the potential costs for small businesses.