Here's What Happened Today: Sunday

Sunday’s roundup highlights key Irish and international developments, spanning justice policy, courts disruption, and major global crises. In Ireland, Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan said the country wants to opt into new EU rules that could allow failed asylum seekers to be sent to so-called “return hubs” outside the EU. A formal state apology is expected in the Dáil on 14 July for victims of child abuser Bill Kenneally. The update also notes a fatal cyclist collision in Co Kilkenny on Wednesday and ongoing talks over a new flat fee for criminal legal aid solicitors following significant court disruption. Internationally, the WHO said Europe recorded more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21 tied to a record-breaking heatwave. Separately, 11 people died after a skydiving plane crash in eastern France, and Venezuelan earthquake response efforts continued with the death toll reaching 1,430 on Saturday. It also promotes viewing the Strawberry Moon.