A Dublin urban park at the heart of Irish public life
The government has coordinated a security operation for Donald Trump’s two-day visit, with city closures and traffic restrictions planned in Dublin and west Clare. Protests are expected, and security forces are mobilised to manage demonstrations and crowds around Phoenix Park, Dublin Airport, and Doonbeg.
A series of recent studies suggests urban living continues to shape wildlife, with urban foxes showing domestication-like traits and Dublin’s fallow deer displaying bolder behavior around people. Experts debate whether domestic cats are still evolving or if human interaction is driving the changes.
A collage of recent pieces shows how people treat pets as family, how pet influencers are rising, and how animals appear in public events—ranging from dog festivals in Northumberland to cathedral blessings and Downing Street lore. The coverage highlights evolving human-animal relationships and the social roles animals play.