A record of what was published, when, and how it changed.

The Guide #257: What we lose when a medium ​built for the ear surrender​s to the camera

By Gwilym Mumford

In this week’s newsletter: As platforms chase ​s​ubscribers, podcasts are losing their off‑screen charm​, leaving listeners to wonder whether the intimacy of audio can survive the studio lights • Don’t get The Guide delivered to your inbox? Sign up here This has been the year that podcasting properly, unapologetically “ pivoted to video ”. Yes, it’s been a progression that has been in the making for quite a while, ar

Inshore fishermen warn livelihood is on a tight line

Byline not supplied

The day's catch on Leenan Pier in Inishowen, Co Donegal, is sorted by hand - live crab for China and lobster for France and those landing it note margins are tightening.

Inshore fishermen warn livelihood is on a tight line

Byline not supplied

The day's catch on Leenan Pier in Inishowen, Co Donegal is sorted by hand: live crab for China and lobster for France - those landing it note margins are tightening.

HSE initiative aims to combat drug harm at festivals

Byline not supplied

The HSE is encouraging festival goers to interact with its volunteers at upcoming events, as part of an initiative on reducing harm for people who take substances at events.

Leaving Cert 2026: Key dates to watch out for next

Byline not supplied

Now that the Leaving Cert results are out, what are the key dates to watch out for next?

Wealth Club: Billionaires' big risks buying soccer clubs

Byline not supplied

Jeff Bezos joins a long line of billionaires to buy into an English soccer club, but being a member of this elite comes with significant financial and reputational risk, writes Adam Maguire.

From JADE to Geese: Ten acts to see at Electric Picnic

Byline not supplied

With less than a week to go, music fans are primed for the annual pilgrimage to Stradbally in Laois for Electric Picnic.

Wealth Club: Billionaires' big risks buying soccer clubs

Byline not supplied

Jeff Bezos joins a long line of billionaires to buy into an English soccer club, but being a member of this elite comes with significant financial and reputational risk, writes Adam Maguire.

What social videos reveal about Ireland's car theft subculture

Byline not supplied

RTÉ Clarity analysed 51 videos to identify what the material reveals about the online subculture surrounding the behaviour

Piano used by Freddie Mercury to be sold at auction

Byline not supplied

Items owned by producer Reinhold Mack are going under the hammer.

Top honour for radiographer after more than 30 years

Byline not supplied

Rachel Nolan is made President of the Society and College of Radiographers.

Strictly a 'dream come true' after stroke recovery

Byline not supplied

Graeme Hall from the Channel 5 series 'Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly' is joining Strictly Come Dancing.

Normal service to resume on derailment train line

Byline not supplied

Greater Anglia says repair work has started after the train was removed from the tracks.

Miss England hopeful wants to win in second-hand outfits

Byline not supplied

"Cost is obviously a big part of it, so if I can lead by example, then hopefully more people can enter," says Lisa Austin.

I fix cars for a living and put out fires in my spare time

Byline not supplied

Tyrell Cambridge, from Peterborough, is a volunteer firefighter in his spare time.

Traitors Ireland host Siobhán McSweeney: ‘I’m not getting paid enough for it. That’s RTÉ’s fault’

By Nadine O’Regan

Ahead of the second series, presenter Siobhán McSweeney talks frankly about her pay not always reflecting a show’s success, the reward of theatre work and the Derry Girls effect

Leaving Cert results: Will CAO points rise or fall? The questions students are asking

By Brian Mooney

Many school leavers are concerned about points requirements for courses. But there are also career pathways beyond the traditional route

‘It exists only for pleasure’: does ice-cream have a future in the age of wellness fads and weight-loss drugs?

By Words: Kitty Drake. Photographs: Christian Sinibaldi

As fitness-conscious consumers turn away from processed foods, the industry is scrambling for new ideas, including nutrient-rich lollies and protein-packed tubs. Will they take the fun out of this summer treat? Last month, I stood in the biggest ice-cream factory in Britain and watched a 5-metre Viennetta mint-flavoured ice-cream cake get made. The factory – which is owned by the Magnum Ice Cream Company and produces

‘They’re thinking about the likes’: deadly TikTok motorway trend horrifies Ireland

By Rory Carroll Ireland correspondent

Social media platforms face public ire after fatal crash involving teenagers filming themselves driving on wrong side Videos often begin with the camera panning across a glowing dashboard as a gloved hand starts the ignition. The camera turns to show figures with masked faces in the rear seat, who are also filming, and swivels back to show the windscreen. Beyond it, a dark cityscape. The engine throbs, headlights pun

Tim Dowling: my working holiday just isn’t working

By Tim Dowling

The weather is unrelentingly glorious, the views are amazing, but I cling to the freelancer’s habit of never quite admitting I’m on holiday In the summer of 1995, I went on a family holiday to Portugal. On the first day I got a call from a UK magazine, asking if I would be interested in interviewing Meg Ryan, in three days’ time. I looked out to the pool, where my wife and my mother-in-law were pushing my infant son

Blind date: ‘There was a mature, polite peck on departure at a busy Manchester Piccadilly station’

By Guardian Staff

Susan, 74, a retired careers adviser, meets Pete, 72, a retired Methodist minister What were you hoping for? A relaxed, friendly lunch with good and fun conversation. Continue reading...

From Ludwig to Ariana Grande: the week in rave reviews

By Guardian Staff

David Mitchell’s quirky puzzle-maker is back with the low-stakes murder mystery, while the US pop superstar’s Eternal Sunshine tour continues its London residency Continue reading...

From Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma to Brandon Flowers: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead

By Guardian Staff

A film-maker’s attempt to reboot a horror movie franchise is derailed by her wild relationship with its former star, and the Killers frontman gets rustic Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Out now Jane Schoenbrun’s third feature builds on their interest in queer horror, with a story about the fictional Camp Miasma slasher franchise, set to be resurrected by an up-and-coming director (Hannah Einbinder), who enters i

• Machine signalDeath or self-harm

Ukraine imposes sanctions on Aughinish Alumina customers in Russia

By Conor Gallagher

Move aims to raise pressure on Ireland and EU to sanction Aughinish parent company and stop exports to Russia

Win €1,000 with The Irish Times Summer Giveaway

Byline not supplied

The Irish Times is giving you three chances to win €1,000 with our Summer Giveaway this July and August!