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Ireland
46 mins agoThousands protesting against housing crisis around the country
Housing protests are underway at 20 locations around the country including Cork, Waterford, Limerick, Sligo, Drogheda and Bray.
- 3 hours, 11 mins ago
Two youths arrested after assault in Galway
An investigation is underway in Galway after a man was assaulted in the city this morning.
- 3 hours, 14 mins ago
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to visit Ireland today
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is due to arrive in Ireland later today.
- 4 hours, 10 mins ago
Gardaí, nurses and teachers may get more childcare support in Budget
Increased childcare support for certain workers is being considered, as preparations for the budget continue.
- 5 hours, 21 mins ago
Brendan Howlin 'very worried' about Brexit agreement
The Labour Leader Brendan Howlin says he is very worried over whether Britain and the European Union can reach an agreement on Brexit before next month's EU summit.
World
50 mins agoSurvivor found as death toll reaches 167 in Tanzania ferry disaster
Horrified fishermen and other witnesses have expressed fear that more than 200 could have died.
- 2 hours, 7 mins ago
Elite Revolutionary Guard members killed in attack on Iran military parade
No group immediately claimed responsibility for the assault in Ahvaz.
- 3 hours, 57 mins ago
Hong Kong opens high-speed rail link with mainland China
The train travels the 16 miles through Hong Kong to Shenzhen across the border in China in just 14 minutes.
- 5 hours, 4 mins ago
McDonnell resists pressure for Labour to back second Brexit referendum
Jeremy Corbyn will face calls for a People’s Vote on EU withdrawal at the party’s annual conference in Liverpool.
- 5 hours, 54 mins ago
Iran gunmen attack military parade
Reports described the assailants as ‘Takifiri gunmen’, a term previously used to describe the Islamic State group.
- 6 hours, 3 mins ago
Brussels says a Brexit deal is still possible
Theresa May has said she is ready to walk away after her unacceptable treatment by other EU leaders.
- 6 hours, 7 mins ago
Senate committee agrees to give Kavanaugh accuser more time
A lawyer for Christine Blasey Ford earlier asked for another day to decide on the terms for testifying.
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The unexpected delights of working in academia, according to Twitter
‘Watching the penny drop, I never get tired of that.’
10 moving images people think would make awesome tattoos
From sunsets to birds in flight.
Ukip members offer up Farage condoms as the perfect way to avoid pregnancy
The prophylactics were among the merchandising options on offer at the party’s Birmingham conference, alongside Chequers fudge and branded thongs.
Oppression or empowerment? ‘Sexy’ Handmaid’s Tale Halloween costume recalled
‘I can’t decide if this misses the point of The Handmaid’s Tale, or encapsulates it completely.’
VIDEO: Four-year-old Dublin boy's take on the Matilda challenge is too cute
Cue the childhood nostalgia
VIDEO: Just started cycling to work? Then maybe this is you
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This golfer had to strip down to his underwear to play a shot from the water
Trousers, socks and shoes were all cast aside.
Cork's Mercy Heroes campaign launches thanks to help of three brave superheroes
Creating and celebrating heroes big & small
Showbiz
4 hours, 24 mins agoKris Jenner reveals she delivered daughter Kylie’s baby
The famous family’s matriarch was as involved as she could possibly be with the birth of her granddaughter.
- 5 hours, 2 mins ago
Burt Reynolds mourned at private memorial service in Florida
Reynolds died aged 82 on September 6 at a hospital in Jupiter, Florida.
- 5 hours, 43 mins ago
Stars to conquer nerves as they make live Strictly dancefloor debut
The time has come for this year’s new recruits to flaunt their fancy footwork.
- 11 hours, 8 mins ago
Rihanna adds Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to CV
The pop superstar, entrepreneur and philanthropist will promote causes including education, tourism and investment in her home country of Barbados.
- 13 hours, 5 mins ago
X Factor judge Simon Cowell set for another piece of ‘Panda pie’
The music mogul will hear from a contestant who previously auditioned on the US version of the show.
- 13 hours, 6 mins ago
Anamelia Silva becomes first person evicted from Big Brother in last series
There were boos and cheers as the Brazilian made her exit.
- 16 hours, 7 mins ago
Corrie fans demand freedom for Sally after prison attack
Fans took to Twitter after the soap’s latest episode saw the character plead with her daughter Sophie to help her.
Business
9 hours, 16 mins agoUber opens talks to acquire food delivery firm Deliveroo
Uber Technologies is in early talks to buy food-delivery company Deliveroo for several billion dollars, according to sources.
- 23 hours, 8 mins ago
Embattled TSB hires top City headhunter in search for new chief executive
The UK bank is looking for a candidate to replace former chief executive Paul Pester.
- 1 day ago
China ‘strongly outraged’ by US sanctions over Russian fighter jets deal
Beijing warned Washington would ‘take the consequences’ of the move.
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Latest: Ireland to escape worst effects of Storm Bronagh
Storm Bronagh will travel along the Irish Sea near the southeast coast of Ireland today, while another storm could form this weekend.
Dublin neighbourhood named one of the coolest in the world
The list was made by Time Out magazine.
Presidential hopeful Sarah Louise Mulligan ejected from Dublin council meeting
It is after a heated exchange during speeches about who should be the next president.
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after shots fired in Cork city
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after a number of shots were fired in Cork city last night.
TG4 apologises after clip shows caravan kicked off cliff
TG4 has apologised a after clip before the news on Wednesday showed a caravan being kicked off a cliff into the sea.
Calls for Kerry councillor to apologise for Traveller comments
A Kerry County Councillor has refused to apologise for comments blaming Travellers for anti-social behaviour on a beach in the county.
Catholic bishop accused of raping nun arrested by Indian police
Franco Mulakkal is the bishop of the northern Indian city of Jalandhar.
European Court to decide if UK can revoke Article 50 in ‘bombshell’ ruling
The Court of Session ruled the question of whether the UK can unilaterally revoke Article 50 will be referred to the Court of Justice of the EU.
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Sport
Murray to end season early to focus on starting 2019 in ‘best shape possible’
The Scot will play two more tournaments this year in China.
Edendork threaten to sue over 'defamatory' comment
The Edendork club last night warned it will take legal action against any individual or media outlet which levelled accusations against one of its players following the controversial Tyrone SFC game in which Sean Cavanagh was injured.
Kyle Walker ‘hurt’ by ex-boss Mauricio Pochettino’s comments
The Spurs manager accused Walker of an “alarming lack of respect” following his move to Manchester City.
Trepidation as Cork head into uncharted waters without Frank Murphy
The imminent appointment of a new GAA secretary in Cork to replace Frank Murphy is a massive opportunity - but also a reminder of the value of institutional memory.
Paraic Fanning: ‘We want to ensure Waterford people wake up the way Limerick people did, feeling 10 feet tall’
Few teams have had their playing style analysed more closely than the Waterford hurlers of the last few years.
Áine O’Gorman leaves positive legacy on women’s game
There was a common theme through many of the well-wishes Áine O’Gorman received upon her international retirement.
Unai Emery calls on all of his Arsenal players to help improve defensive record
The head coach has seen his side concede in every match so far this season.
Tuilagi back in frame for England after snooker helped his recuperation
The 27-year-old player snooker in a local league.
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