John Mooney
@johnmooneyirl.bsky.social
Writes on crime, terrorism and national security for The Sunday Times. PhD researcher on violent dissident republicanism and the underworld they inhabit. Host of The Dark State Podcast. Contact me on Signal +353 (89) 975 3779.
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“Ireland produces nine times more beef and dairy output than it consumes. Because of this it has an unusual greenhouse gas emissions profile, with a far higher share of methane emissions than most other countries.” #Ireland #ClimateEmergency www.rte.ie/news/analysi...
Row over 'temperature neutrality' vs 'climate neutrality'
A big academic row has broken out among Ireland's climate scientists over the commitment to a "climate neutral economy" in the country's national climate objective, writes George Lee.
www.rte.ie
August 16, 2025 at 11:25 AM
“Ireland produces nine times more beef and dairy output than it consumes. Because of this it has an unusual greenhouse gas emissions profile, with a far higher share of methane emissions than most other countries.” #Ireland #ClimateEmergency www.rte.ie/news/analysi...
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Antony Loewenstein: Israel has killed more journalists in the last 22 months than were killed in the US civil war, WW1, WW2, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan combined.
August 11, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Antony Loewenstein: Israel has killed more journalists in the last 22 months than were killed in the US civil war, WW1, WW2, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan combined.
My first academic work has just been published by Bristol University Press. Thanks to Yasmine Ahmed for asking me to contribute to The Far-Right in Ireland.
August 8, 2025 at 7:44 PM
My first academic work has just been published by Bristol University Press. Thanks to Yasmine Ahmed for asking me to contribute to The Far-Right in Ireland.
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Bellingcat, in collaboration with @nikkei.com, uncovered a Chinese fentanyl smuggling network’s operations in Japan. Read our full investigation here: www.bellingcat.com/news/2025/08...
A Chinese Fentanyl Smuggling Network’s Footprints in Japan - bellingcat
Bellingcat, in collaboration with the Japanese newspaper Nikkei, uncovered a Chinese fentanyl smuggling network's operations in Japan.
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August 7, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Bellingcat, in collaboration with @nikkei.com, uncovered a Chinese fentanyl smuggling network’s operations in Japan. Read our full investigation here: www.bellingcat.com/news/2025/08...
@emptywheel.bsky.social trying to reach you. Could you get in touch via email or x
August 5, 2025 at 10:17 PM
@emptywheel.bsky.social trying to reach you. Could you get in touch via email or x
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When public media disappears, so do the stories that bring us together.
With federal funding eliminated, millions may lose their last trusted source of news and connection.
If that matters to you, now’s the time to act. Donate: n.pr/458sOhq
With federal funding eliminated, millions may lose their last trusted source of news and connection.
If that matters to you, now’s the time to act. Donate: n.pr/458sOhq
August 3, 2025 at 3:24 PM
When public media disappears, so do the stories that bring us together.
With federal funding eliminated, millions may lose their last trusted source of news and connection.
If that matters to you, now’s the time to act. Donate: n.pr/458sOhq
With federal funding eliminated, millions may lose their last trusted source of news and connection.
If that matters to you, now’s the time to act. Donate: n.pr/458sOhq
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Public media has been defunded. Your support keeps journalists on the ground, lifts unheard voices, and connects communities.
Help us plan for what’s next. Make a monthly gift today. Stand with public media: n.pr/458sOhq
Help us plan for what’s next. Make a monthly gift today. Stand with public media: n.pr/458sOhq
July 27, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Public media has been defunded. Your support keeps journalists on the ground, lifts unheard voices, and connects communities.
Help us plan for what’s next. Make a monthly gift today. Stand with public media: n.pr/458sOhq
Help us plan for what’s next. Make a monthly gift today. Stand with public media: n.pr/458sOhq
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This is probably my favorite coverage of our @conplnk.bsky.social @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social @beaudonelly.bsky.social story about Christopher Kinahan’s online habits so far. Phoebe Judge and co. are some of the best crime podcasters out there week after week: thisiscriminal.com/episode-307-...
Episode 307: Five Stars (3.7.2025)
“Christopher Kinahan is probably the most successful and entrepreneurial criminal that Ireland has ever produced.”
thisiscriminal.com
July 25, 2025 at 11:44 PM
This is probably my favorite coverage of our @conplnk.bsky.social @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social @beaudonelly.bsky.social story about Christopher Kinahan’s online habits so far. Phoebe Judge and co. are some of the best crime podcasters out there week after week: thisiscriminal.com/episode-307-...
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Russian propaganda swamps Moldova ahead of elections
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
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Russian propaganda swamps Moldova ahead of elections
Moldova's geographical position and political makeup make it a prime target for pro-Russian, anti-EU disinformation. #EuroVerify
www.euronews.com
July 25, 2025 at 6:08 AM
Russian propaganda swamps Moldova ahead of elections
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
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Unscrupulous and licensed breeders alike are cashing in on a global demand for designer and pedigree dogs, with pets being shipped as far as Europe and Asia
How Ireland became the puppy farm capital of the world
www.thetimes.com
June 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Unscrupulous and licensed breeders alike are cashing in on a global demand for designer and pedigree dogs, with pets being shipped as far as Europe and Asia
Just published this investigation. How Ireland became the puppy farm capital of the world #puppy #puppyfarming #animalwelfare
www.thetimes.com/article/10cf...
www.thetimes.com/article/10cf...
How Ireland became the puppy farm capital of the world
Unscrupulous and licensed breeders alike are cashing in on a global demand for designer and pedigree dogs, with pets being shipped as far as Europe and Asia
www.thetimes.com
June 6, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Just published this investigation. How Ireland became the puppy farm capital of the world #puppy #puppyfarming #animalwelfare
www.thetimes.com/article/10cf...
www.thetimes.com/article/10cf...
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For nearly 20 years, a doctor falsely diagnosed patients as having a chronic disease, administered unnecessary, toxic treatments and filed more than $118 million in fraudulent health insurance claims to fund his lavish lifestyle, which included a private jet, luxury cars and high-end properties.
Texas Doctor Who Filed $118 Million in Fraudulent Medical Claims Gets 10 Years in Prison
www.nytimes.com
May 26, 2025 at 9:59 AM
For nearly 20 years, a doctor falsely diagnosed patients as having a chronic disease, administered unnecessary, toxic treatments and filed more than $118 million in fraudulent health insurance claims to fund his lavish lifestyle, which included a private jet, luxury cars and high-end properties.
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New revelations that the Queen frontman had a secret daughter show how much of the ostentatious performer was shrouded in secrecy
Why the mystery of Freddie Mercury still beguiles music fans today
New revelations that the Queen frontman had a secret daughter show how much of the ostentatious performer was shrouded in secrecy
www.thetimes.com
May 25, 2025 at 6:32 AM
New revelations that the Queen frontman had a secret daughter show how much of the ostentatious performer was shrouded in secrecy
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In Bucha forest, he hunts for the bodies Putin’s killers left behind.
Ukrainian officials are dedicated to uncovering the fate of those who went missing in the town that is now known for Russian war crimes | ✍️ Matthew Campbell reports from Bucha
Ukrainian officials are dedicated to uncovering the fate of those who went missing in the town that is now known for Russian war crimes | ✍️ Matthew Campbell reports from Bucha
In Bucha forest, he hunts for the bodies Putin’s killers left behind
www.thetimes.com
May 24, 2025 at 5:32 PM
In Bucha forest, he hunts for the bodies Putin’s killers left behind.
Ukrainian officials are dedicated to uncovering the fate of those who went missing in the town that is now known for Russian war crimes | ✍️ Matthew Campbell reports from Bucha
Ukrainian officials are dedicated to uncovering the fate of those who went missing in the town that is now known for Russian war crimes | ✍️ Matthew Campbell reports from Bucha
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Learn about monitoring inauthentic accounts and conducting investigations into Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) in our next Stage Talk on Thursday, 4pm CEST/10am EDT. We're joined by the @doublethinklab.bsky.social team live in our Discord Server
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May 6, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Learn about monitoring inauthentic accounts and conducting investigations into Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) in our next Stage Talk on Thursday, 4pm CEST/10am EDT. We're joined by the @doublethinklab.bsky.social team live in our Discord Server
discord.gg/FGq4XfYm?eve...
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This week we spoke with @conplnk.bsky.social & @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social on reporting on transnational organised crime and how they found a hidden side to one of Irelands most notorious cartel bosses. On podcast platforms search 'Stage Talks with Bellingcat' to listen back. rss.com/podcasts/bel...
April 27, 2025 at 6:58 PM
This week we spoke with @conplnk.bsky.social & @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social on reporting on transnational organised crime and how they found a hidden side to one of Irelands most notorious cartel bosses. On podcast platforms search 'Stage Talks with Bellingcat' to listen back. rss.com/podcasts/bel...
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This Thursday we're talking to Bellingcat's Connor Plunkett and The Sunday Times' @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social about investigating a drug cartel's online presence. Join us live to ask your questions at 5pm CEST/11am EDT: discord.gg/bellingcat?e...
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April 22, 2025 at 10:16 AM
This Thursday we're talking to Bellingcat's Connor Plunkett and The Sunday Times' @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social about investigating a drug cartel's online presence. Join us live to ask your questions at 5pm CEST/11am EDT: discord.gg/bellingcat?e...
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Trump caves on tariffs:
April 9, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Trump caves on tariffs:
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Lots of messages about this joint investigation with
@bellingcat. If you know Oliver Herrmann, or have information about the Kinahan cartel, message signal +353 (89) 975 3779 or email kinahancartel@protonmail.com
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Lots of messages about this joint investigation with
@bellingcat. If you know Oliver Herrmann, or have information about the Kinahan cartel, message signal +353 (89) 975 3779 or email kinahancartel@protonmail.com
March 24, 2025 at 4:37 PM
John Mooney
@JohnMooneyIRL
Lots of messages about this joint investigation with
@bellingcat. If you know Oliver Herrmann, or have information about the Kinahan cartel, message signal +353 (89) 975 3779 or email kinahancartel@protonmail.com
@JohnMooneyIRL
Lots of messages about this joint investigation with
@bellingcat. If you know Oliver Herrmann, or have information about the Kinahan cartel, message signal +353 (89) 975 3779 or email kinahancartel@protonmail.com
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"Trump’s rhetorical and economic attacks on allies might also lead Americans to basically defect to another nationality, if they have the option." @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/world/irelan...
More Americans seeking asylum in Ireland since Trump’s comeback
Growing political unease in the United States has led many people to seek sanctuary in stable EU countries
www.thetimes.com
March 10, 2025 at 1:35 PM
"Trump’s rhetorical and economic attacks on allies might also lead Americans to basically defect to another nationality, if they have the option." @johnmooneyirl.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/world/irelan...
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We're hiring! Bellingcat is looking for a Europe-based Fundraising Officer. Find out more about the role and apply here www.bellingcat.com/bellingcat-i...
Bellingcat is Hiring! Fundraising Officer, Europe-based - bellingcat
Bellingcat is hiring a Europe-based Fundraising Officer. Find out more about the role and apply here.
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March 7, 2025 at 11:32 AM
We're hiring! Bellingcat is looking for a Europe-based Fundraising Officer. Find out more about the role and apply here www.bellingcat.com/bellingcat-i...
I was delighted to talk about the Kinahan cartel with Phoebe Judge on the world-class podcast Criminal. A fascinating discussion on the joint @thetimes and @bellingcat investigation. Listen here: 🎧
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March 7, 2025 at 12:20 PM
I was delighted to talk about the Kinahan cartel with Phoebe Judge on the world-class podcast Criminal. A fascinating discussion on the joint @thetimes and @bellingcat investigation. Listen here: 🎧
podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/cri…#TrueCrimem#KinahanCartele#CriminalPodcastst
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The latest edition of the podcast looks at the national security crisis facing Ireland.
March 5, 2025 at 11:16 PM
The latest edition of the podcast looks at the national security crisis facing Ireland.
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John’s latest in our ongoing work on the Kinahans. An Irish crime family investing in Southeast Asia using a German marathon runner who was just arrested with millions worth of coke in Western Australia. A quote that stands out for me, “Kinahan would come across as someone that could kill someone.”
They’ve survived sanctions, law enforcement crackdowns, and international scrutiny. Now, they’re making moves in a region known for its underworld connections. How a web of Asian hubs cleans cash for the #Kinahancartel. Thanks to @bellingcat.com for their help
www.thetimes.com/article/7ce5...
www.thetimes.com/article/7ce5...
How a web of Asian hubs cleans cash for the Kinahans
A Sunday Times investigation reveals the drug cartel’s illicit activities in Singapore and Indonesia
www.thetimes.com
February 23, 2025 at 9:19 PM
John’s latest in our ongoing work on the Kinahans. An Irish crime family investing in Southeast Asia using a German marathon runner who was just arrested with millions worth of coke in Western Australia. A quote that stands out for me, “Kinahan would come across as someone that could kill someone.”
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💥The Netherlands' largest pension fund, has sold its shares in Tesla, Meta, and Alphabet (Google). The fund with US $569 billion equivolent in assets is "directing more money to companies and projects that help to improve society and the environment." #Divest
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Dutch pension fund ABP sells all Alphabet and Meta shares, CEO tells newspaper FD
ABP, the Netherlands' largest pension fund, has sold its shares in tech companies Meta and Alphabet , its CEO told Dutch newspaper FD in an interview published on Monday.
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February 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
💥The Netherlands' largest pension fund, has sold its shares in Tesla, Meta, and Alphabet (Google). The fund with US $569 billion equivolent in assets is "directing more money to companies and projects that help to improve society and the environment." #Divest
www.reuters.com/markets/euro...
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