Ireland
23 mins agoPSNI appeal witnesses after string of armed robberies
A man arrested over a string of four armed robberies in two days in south Belfast has been bailed by police.
- 5 hours, 26 mins ago
Everybody needs to compromise in Luas dispute, says SIPTU's Owen Reidy
Luas drivers are on their eighth day of strike action today, in ongoing row over pay, with their union saying all parties need to step back and take stock.
- 5 hours, 29 mins ago
Partnership government means nothing gets passed: Nora Owen
Former Justice Minister Nora Owen has said a partnership government could mean very little legislation gets passed in the new Dáil.
- 8 hours, 18 mins ago
'My whole family share in our love for my baby's heart donor, who we will never know'
A mother has spoken of her deep gratitude to the donor who made possible a life-saving heart transplant for her baby daughter.
- 9 hours, 38 mins ago
Poll shows surge in support for Micheál Martin as Taoiseach
A new poll shows voters would prefer Micheál Martin as Taoiseach.
World
2 hours, 41 mins agoTwo killed after train hits equipment on track near Philadelphia
An Amtrak train struck a piece of construction equipment just south of Philadelphia, and partially derailed in a incident that claimed two lives and injured at least 35.
- 2 hours, 51 mins ago
Nine hurt after two trains collide at a English railway station
The incident is described as “on-going”.
- 4 hours, 45 mins ago
First flight takes off since suicide bombings at Brussels Airport
The first passenger flight has left Brussels Airport since it was closed after the suicide bombings on March 22 which blew up its departures terminal.
- 4 hours, 59 mins ago
Six children among victims in Saudi Arabia crash
At least 15 people, including six children, have been killed after two vans collided in south-western Saudi Arabia.
- 6 hours, 50 mins ago
Horrifying footage shows the wreckage of a plane after it crashed into a car
The crash left a 38-year-old woman dead and five others injured.
- 9 hours, 2 mins ago
Marijuana activists spark up outside the White House to stop arrests over the drug
Despite public smoking being illegal, no arrests were made, police said.
LA father charged with killing son for being gay
Discover
An actual museum of poo has opened in the UK
The National Museum of Poo has opened its doors to the public at Isle of Wight zoo.
Two lovestruck Liverpool fans are making the internet very cross
They’ve been together since 2014 and now everyone knows it.
These dirt drawings on the back of vans will blow your mind
Filthy vehicles in Essex have been turned into works of art.
JK Rowling had the best response to an attempt to use her as an April Fool's joke
The Harry Potter author was one step ahead of Scottish Resistance.
9 Reasons you should follow the Happy Pear on Snapchat
Watch this Donegal man singing his heart out on Nashville radio
Check out this 'boat' from heaven
Showbiz
21 mins agoWhat the stars wore for the Olivier Awards
We take a look at what the stars were wearing for the Laurence Olivier Awards in London.
- 50 mins ago
Mark Rylance kicks Olivier Awards off in style wearing trilby on the red carpet
The actor will go head to head with Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch at the most prestigious event in the UK’s theatrical calendar.
- 2 hours, 4 mins ago
Batman v Superman swoops downwards at US box office
The superhero movie is still the number one film in America despite a steep fall at the box office.
- 2 hours, 40 mins ago
Vogue Williams sticks up for Kim Kardashian's naked selfie: 'I was called a slut too'
Vogue Williams has stood up for Kim Kardashian’s latest topless selfie, saying she was “slut-shamed” too.
Blake Shelton is a fan of Gwen Stefani's 'space shorts'
Justin Bieber's dreadlocks get the thumbs down online
Drew Barrymore makes first public appearance since divorce news
At Irish cinemas April 8th
Business
5 hours, 47 mins agoDanske Bank to sell off remaining parts of Irish business
Danske Bank is selling the remaining parts of its Irish business, sparking fears vulture funds will scoop up the unsecured debts of thousands of borrowers.
- 6 hours, 30 mins ago
Injuries Board says 6% increase in new claims reflects economic growth
The Injuries Board has published its annual overview for last year, showing a 6% increase in new claims.
- 22 hours, 30 mins ago
A cyber attack temporarily shut down the Hungarian government's website
Wow.
Ireland Weather
Ireland today: It looks set to be an unsettled day with lots of cloud and showery outbreaks ...
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Girlfriend of Corkman who died in Spain vows never to forget him
The girlfriend of the young Corkman who died in Spain while on holiday this week has paid a heartrending tribute to him in the aftermath of the tragedy, saying "I'll never forget you".
Buncrana tragedy: Irish Mail on Sunday apologises for publishing grieving Louise James' private comments
The Irish Mail on Sunday has apologised to Louise James, who lost five members of her immediate family in the Buncrana pier tragedy, for publishing comments she had thought were private.
Gardaí seek public's help to find missing woman
Gardaí in Athlone are appealing to the public for help in finding a missing woman.
Man dies in workplace accident
A 45-year-old man has died in a workplace accident in Co Wexford.
Elderly woman dies following road collision
An elderly woman has been killed in a road incident in west Cork.
One hospitalised after colliding with loose hay bale on motorway
One person has been taken to hospital after a car collided with a hay bale that fell from a trailer on the M18 in Co Clare this morning.
Drugs worth €200,000 seized in Dublin
A woman has been arrested in Dublin following a drugs find worth over €200,000.
These children led a police helicopter to suspects in the most ingenious way
The helicopter had been called by Surrey Police following a report of intruders at a disused building off Horsham Road in Capel, Surrey.
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Sport
11 mins agoWexford’s late goal gives Waterford major scare
A late 67th-minute Conor McDonald goal almost took this south-east derby to extra-time.
- 28 mins ago
Watch: These four final-over sixes in a row ended Eoin Morgan’s hopes of captaining England to World Twenty20 title
Carlos Brathwaite clubbed Ben Stokes for four successive sixes to seal an unforgettable win.
- 1 hour, 26 mins ago
Fennelly goals twice in Kilkenny hammering of Offaly before limping off
Fennelly hit 2-1 in total including the early goal that put the All-Ireland champions into a 15-point lead.
- 1 hour, 40 mins ago
Man United keep up Champions League push after spine-tingling Charlton tribute
Anthony Martial's close-range strike kept Manchester United's Champions League chase on track.
Leicester fans were treated to a free beer, doughnuts and a choir before the win over Southampton
Dramatic win for Mayo
Cork hurlers see off tough challenge to relegate Galway
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