#Christchurch
New Zealanders hand in more than 56,000 guns after assault weapon ban
The government banned the most lethal types of semi-automatic weapons after a gunman killed 51 worshippers at two mosques.
'Firework remnants' to blame for large-scale security alert outside Christ Church in Dublin
Gardaí and the Army Explosives Ordnance Disposal team attended the scene this afternoon.
Ronan O'Gara's Crusaders record 10th Super Rugby title as Mo'unga lands four penalties
The former Ireland international departs as a back-to-back champion to take over at Top 14 side La Rochelle.
Man accused of killing 51 people in Christchurch mosque massacre smiles and pleads not guilty
Self-proclaimed white supremacist Brenton Tarrant appeared in court via audio-visual link.
Man accused of Christchurch mosque shooting charged with terrorism
The 28 year old Australian was already facing murder and attempted murder charges.
Man arrested after suspected explosive device and ammunition found in New Zealand home
The incident comes after the two mosque attacks in Christchurch on 15 March.
New Zealand man pleads guilty to abusing Muslims outside mosque where gun massacre took place
Daniel Nicholas Tuapawa claims he has no recollection of the incident.
Judge orders that mosque terror attack suspect undergoes mental health assessments
Brenton Tarrant has been charged with 50 counts of murder and 39 counts of attempted murder.
New Zealand terror attack suspect will face 50 murder charges
Australian Brenton Tarrant is due to appear in court tomorrow.
Tech companies face fines and jail time if they fail to remove violent content under new Australia law
It comes in the wake of the Christchurch terrorist attack in New Zealand on 15 March.
Facebook to tighten live stream access after mosque attacks
Facebook is looking into barring people who have previously violated the social network’s community standards from livestreaming.
'Racism exists, but it is not welcome here': New Zealand holds Christchurch attack remembrance service
Wearing a traditional Maori cloak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern received a prolonged standing ovation when she took the stage.
French Muslim group sues Facebook and YouTube over New Zealand shooting video
Facebook France told AFP by e-mail that it would study the suit, adding that “acts of terror and hatred speech have no place on Facebook”.
National remembrance service to be held in New Zealand for mosque attack victims
50 people were killed and dozens more injured in the mass shooting at two mosques last week.
'When it's a white attacker, something happened to him as opposed to him being inherently evil'
An Irish expert explains how the “psychological autopsy” carried out after a terror attack differs depending on who the suspect is.
'Broken hearted but not broken': New Zealanders unite in two-minute silence for mosque victims
A mass funeral was held for 26 of the victims of last week’s attack, including the youngest victim – three-year-old Mucaad Ibrahim.
Biker gangs to stand guard outside mosques during first Friday prayer service since terror attack
Gangs have said they will protect Muslims at various locations across New Zealand tomorrow.
New Zealand bans sale of assault rifles with immediate effect less than a week after mosque attacks
Jacinda Ardern announced the move as hundreds of mourners gathered for a second day for the funerals of those who died.
Jacinda Ardern calls for global fight against racism and right-wing extremism
The main suspect in last week’s terror attack made a white power gesture as he appeared in court.
Syrian father and son buried in first funeral after New Zealand shooting
A total of six burials are expected to take place today.
Families of Christchurch victims face long wait for the return of their loved ones' bodies
Under Islamic custom, burials are to take place as soon as possible after death, which hasn’t been the case in this situation.
Jacinda Ardern says she'll never speak the name of New Zealand mosque attacker
The Prime Minister also said alleged gunman Tarrant will “face the full force of the law in New Zealand”.
Spotlight on New Zealand gun laws after mosque shooting
The owner of the company that sold weapons to Brenton Tarrant said it was a legal, “ordinary sale”.
New Zealand teen appears in court charged with distributing video of Christchurch mosque shootings
Separately, Brenton Tarrant has dismissed his court-appointed lawyer and will represent himself.
Man whose wife was killed in NZ terror attack says he forgives gunman, as death toll rises to 50
A three-year-old boy is the youngest known victim of the mass shooting.
71 year-old who jumped into gunfire to save others is first named victim of New Zealand attacks
49 people were killed in the attacks on two mosques in Christchurch yesterday.
Main suspect in New Zealand terror attack appears in court as victims' families prepare for funerals
Forty-nine people were killed in shootings at two mosques in Christchurch yesterday.
'White-genocide theory' a core motivation for extreme far-right terrorists
Professor Maura Conway explained the racist “white-genocide” theory being shared online, and how “violence is often held out as the answer”.
Ireland rugby team share 'heartfelt sympathies' with Christchurch after shootings
Wales also passed on their respects to everyone affected by the events in New Zealand.
'They are us': Tributes paid to Christchurch shooting victims
At least 49 people have died after mass shootings at two mosques.
Christchurch shootings: Man allegedly behind the attacks named
Brenton Tarrant allegedly livestreamed himself carrying out the attacks on Facebook.
As it happened: One man charged with murder after at least 49 killed in New Zealand mosque shootings
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said today marked “one of New Zealand’s darkest days”.
At least 49 people dead after mass shootings at two New Zealand mosques
Four people are in custody, including an Australian citizen described as a ‘right-wing terrorist’.
Irish back row Porter makes big impact in New Zealand schools rugby
The former PBC student has shown his promise for Christ’s College and the Crusaders U18s.
President Higgins to visit people affected by deadly Christchurch earthquake
The centre of the city was largely levelled and a massive rebuilding project has been undertaken.
From mummified bodies to a civil service desk job, this was Bram Stoker's Dublin
We explored the connections the author of Dracula has to Ireland’s capital.
Letter from New Zealand: The world's steepest street and a rugby debut
The Kiwi people have been warm in their welcome of the Lions and their fellow tourists.
'I’ve seen the tough times he’s been through' - Murray thrilled for O'Mahony
The Lions scrum-half says this squad is well able for criticism in New Zealand.
Farrell boots Lions to momentum-boosting victory against Crusaders
Warren Gatland’s men should have won more comfortably as they spurned opportunities.
Letter from New Zealand: Scarred by the quake, but Christchurch stands proud
The Lions are in town to take on one of the best club sides in world rugby.
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