Our living planet is being relentlessly annihilated on a scale that's beyond any understanding. It is literally the apocalypse, in our time. Is that *all* we humans collectively amount to? I believe we have the power to change.

Happy Solstice to All! 💛

So proud of my father for all the passion, courage,care and vision he brought to the last 14 years as President of Ireland. Both my parents have always been driven by a deep wide love for Ireland & the world, for people, planet & possibilities. Looking forward to their next chapter! #Grá #spiergirm

The world’s first trillionaire initiated a move that has left more than half a million people dead, most of whom are children.

#SpéirGorm Story from Journal.ie

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Ireland’s nature is in a “very poor” state, with the country’s economic growth achieved at the expense of the environment, according to the EU’s State of Europe’s Environment report. We’re running out of wake-up calls! www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...

handsoffnature.eu/take-action/... Last day of Public Consultation Sign and Share! Have your say in protecting nature!

While you're on holiday, the EU is dismantling environmental protections 🏖️➡️💔 #HandsOffNature You have until 10 September to tell the Commission what you think. Your voice matters: birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...

There's a REALLY quick and easy survey for the public consultation on the Basic Income for the Arts scheme - it only takes a few seconds, anyone can fill it in, and it could make a huge difference to arts workers in Ireland. Take a few ticks to places a few ticks here: ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/run...

Placards from this evening’s protest.

Journalist Anas Al-Sharif reporting from Gaza, shortly before Israel killed him tonight: “If this madness doesn’t end, Gaza will be reduced to ruins, its people’s voices silenced, their faces erased — and history will remember you as silent witnesses to a genocide you chose not to stop.”

The Israeli military just killed him. (Look at the photo caption)

Data centres in Ireland involved in this story of mass surveillance of Palestinians.

Slovenia the first to deliver long overdue action to enforce international law & end trade with illegal settlements in Occupied Palestinian Territories - Ireland needs to rapidly follow through & include ban on services as recommended by our FA Committee report. www.reuters.com/world/middle...

As member of Foreign Affairs Committee l pressed for inclusion of services in new Gov OTB Bill & our final report & strong recommendations will be a step forward But so much time & ground lost since Frances Black, myself & others first introduced the Occupied Territories Bill (clip from 2018 & 2025)

"Ireland has been consistent, but it has also been complacent & complicit in normalisation over decades of a situation of colonialism, casual & constant breaches of international law & a business as usual approach" Pass #OTB, Stop Israeli bonds sales, End transit of arms & dual use goods #moreaction

Dublin location confirmed for next Saturday, June 7th. Final stop on the Neutrality Roadshow but only the start of a campaign to reclaim Irish neutrality and all that signifies.

Rather than follow the EU drive towards conflict and militarisation, Ireland, a neutral country, should be emphasising this point. 'There is a real concern around the way that we are prioritising short-term security and sacrificing long-term security.' www.theguardian.com/environment/...

NEW: Israeli forces are killing Red Cross workers. In their homes. Posting this here because it’s unlikely you’ll see this in the news. Killed yesterday (May 24), their names were Ibrahim Eid and Ahmad Abu Hilal.

Are you a journalist or a media creator focused on nature and climate? Join the Belem Desk initiative ahead of # COP30 for editorial support, access to experts, field visits to Amazon projects, and more. Apply by May 30: nature4climate.org/media-with-n...

Last week, myself and Senator Frances Black traveled to Brussels to meet with fellow Parliamentarians from across the EU about ùthe Occupied Territories Bill and the urgent need to implement international law. Thanks to Lynn Boylan MEP for the invitation & for all her work on Palestine in Europe.

GENOCIDE!!! ⬇️

In October 2023 lawyer Raji Sourani’s home in Gaza was blown up by Israel with a 900kg bomb shortly after he gave an interview to Amy Goodman www.theguardian.com/world/2024/o...

We're proud to be hosting this webinar that calls attention to the Central Bank's ongoing facilitation of Israel's 'war bonds' Spread the word and click below to learn more about our speakers, all of whom are engaged in the fight for Palestinian Justice! www.financialjustice.ie/get-involved...

It has been over 9 weeks of siege on #Gaza, with the State of Israel banning the entry of all humanitarian aid, medical, and commercial supplies. UNRWA has thousands of trucks ready to enter and our teams in Gaza are ready to scale up the delivery. The siege must be lifted.

‘Hands off Ireland’s neutrality’: Government warned changes to triple-lock system will be fought

The Neutrality Roadshow began yesterday in Kerry - a one month tour of Ireland hosting conversations with local communities on how and why we need to preserve Irish neutrality and stop the rush to war. Follow @neutrality_now on IG for updates. www.rundale.org/2025/05/08/t...

Today! ⬇️

All welcome! “Public Rally for Peace" 2pm tomorrow Saturday May 10th at the Gresham Hotel Dublin. Come along to show your support for Irish Neutrality and help protect the Triple Lock! Music from Lisa O Neill and others. Or if you are out west check out the Neutrality Roadshow in Ennis at 1.30!

“Palestinians are being killed and wounded en masse as Israeli forces intensify their attacks across the Strip. The lack of accountability is shocking,” says Claire Manera, MSF emergency coordinator in Gaza. “We are running out of words as more lives are crushed every day.” 4/5

And since then, Israel's activities have escalated ☹️

"The EU supplies at least a third of Israel’s arms imports and has its most comprehensive association agreement with the country which is, like all such agreements, conditional on respect for international law, particularly humanitarian law. If the political will exists, the EU has means to act."

‘Contrary to common perception, and despite the apparent lack of empathy shown by some of its leaders, the EU holds significant leverage over the Israeli government. It is Israel’s leading partner in terms of trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges." www.socialeurope.eu/gazas-descen...

"I'm angry with everyone here. I'm angry with you. I'm angry with the world." Exactly. 'We are complicit': Irish WHO director calls for action on war in Gaza jrnl.ie/6695092

Spot the difference.

Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal reported 11 killed in the bombardment of the Al-Bayram family home in the in southern Gaza at around 3am. Eight of the dead were all from the same extended family, including a boy and girl, both one years old, and a month-old baby. www.rte.ie/news/middle-...

🇺🇳 WHO: “We are breaking the bodies and minds of the children of #Gaza. We are starving the children of Gaza. We are complicit” Says Michael Ryan, Deputy Director General of @who.int www.straitstimes.com/world/europe...

As our investigative series on transgender healthcare comes to an end, I'd just like to say a massive thank you to everyone who shared their story with me. You are heard. You are listened to.🏳️‍⚧️ If you missed any parts, the full series can be found here: www.thejournal.ie/investigates...

Speaking in #Seanad for May 1st, International Workers Day, I raised the issues of precarious work, Section 39 contracts, the adequate minimum wage & the right to collective bargaining. I was also glad to meet with representatives of @SIPTU, Fórsa and @ahcps.bsky.social

So you’re saying we could solve all the financial problems of 379 million of us and impact just 19 households. What an interesting fact. Fun little bit of trivia.

People are facing jail sentences for giving water to the thirsty and food to the hungry. This is happening in the EU. How did our authorities become so disconnected from the most fundamental instincts of human decency? euobserver.com/Migration/ar...

Do you believe in building the power of workers? The government has launched a public consultation on the promotion of collective bargaining. The more workers engage with it, the better. Join us for a webinar on how to do this on May 1 at 1pm. Register: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

“More than 116,000 metric tons of food assistance – enough to feed one million people for up to four months - is positioned at aid corridors and is ready to be brought in”

We visited a women's centre in the refugee camp in Adre in Chad set up by a refugee and social worker, Zahra Adam Khimes. The stories are very upsetting but the women there were really resilient and open and kind to each other www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...

BREAKING: The World Food Program says its food stocks in Gaza have run out under Israel’s nearly 8-week-old blockade, ending a main source of sustenance for hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in the territory.

“We are being depleted.” The UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) says its food stocks in Gaza are completely depleted, as Israel’s aid blockade continues for an eighth week.

I don’t usually do this, but please read this piece - it’s about good people in terrible circumstances and the world has sort of forgotten them

There’s a city of 237,000 refugees on the Chadian/sudanese border in Adre. The Sudan war is the biggest humanitarian crisis in the world right now. 150,000 dead and 12 million displaced. Chris Maddaloni and I spent a week in refugee camps in east Chad. www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...