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Ireland
51 mins agoRichard Bruton, ESB and Bord na Mona accused of 'fiddling while Rome burns'
The Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment Richard Burton, the ESB and Bord na Móna have been accused of “fiddling while Rome burns” by Siptu organiser Willie Noone.
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Thousands of mental health nurses to begin industrial action today
6,000 psychiatric nurses will begin industrial action this evening.
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IFA calls for 'Brexit fund' for farmers
The Irish Farmers' Association is calling on the government to set up a Brexit fund for farmers.
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10% more people presented in sexual assault treatment units last year
Almost 1,000 people were treated in Ireland's sexual-assault treatment units last year.
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Varadkar and Johnson must commit to restoring power-sharing in the North, says Martin
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and incoming British prime minister Boris Johnson must avoid public spats and commit to restoring power-sharing in the North, Fianna Fail's Micheal Martin has said.
World
42 mins agoRussia calls for investigation over South Korean airspace violation claims
Officials in Seoul said South Korean fighters had fired warning shots at a Russian reconnaissance plane.
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China ‘will not rule out using force’ to reunify Taiwan
The military vowed to combat what it called separatist forces.
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One apple carries about 100 million bacteria, researchers say
A new study suggests organic apples harbour more diverse and balanced bacteria than conventional apples.
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Missing men named suspects in Canada murders probe
American Chynna Deese, 24, and 23-year-old Australian Lucas Fowler were found shot dead a week ago.
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Eating three portions of fish per week cuts bowel cancer risk, research suggests
The findings relate to all types of fish.
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Chimps ‘recall where food is hidden, indicating similarity with humans’
Experts looked at working memory, a core function that allows people to hold, process and manipulate information.
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Rangers disappointed after losing latest stage of court fight over merchandise
Bosses have posted a website message to supporters saying they will meet any financial award
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Boy who met Messi on holiday earns 3,000 Instagram followers after encounter
Mackenzie, 11, said he didn’t expect anything to come of his meeting with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
A small town on the River Brosna - Thousands descend on Clara to welcome home their hero
A small town on the River Brosna in County Offaly with a population of over 3,000 people has earned its place on the map this evening following champion golfer Shane Lowry's homecoming party.
Worshippers shun service after church posts ‘America: Love it or leave it’ sign
The sign echoed controversial comments made by President Donald Trump.
Watch: These West Cork musicians put a pep in festival-goers' step
Is there anything us Irish love more than a good a reel or a jig?
Giant panda shocked by electric fence at Edinburgh Zoo
Visitors said the electric shock left Yang Guang scared, but zookeepers said the fence is needed to keep both the pandas and visitors safe.
Newport community rally together to help raise €100,000 for cancer victim
The community of Newport in Co Tipperary has banded together to help raise €100,000 for one of its residents, 29-year-old Kevin Bourke who has a rare form of cancer.
Two sets of triplets born within 24 hours at Co Down hospital
A Co Down hospital is celebrating the birth of two sets of healthy triplets in the space of just 24 hours.
Check out this baaaaad traffic jam in West Cork
As you get impatient on your commute home tonight just remember rush hour can come in many shapes and sizes.
Showbiz
37 mins agoWhitney Port reveals ‘shock and sadness’ after miscarriage
The Hills star said the loss has shaken her identity.
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Chrissy Teigen films son’s ‘first real steps’
Miles is seen taking a couple of steps while sister Luna plays in the background.
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Sir Salman Rushdie could scoop Booker Prize once again
The British author has been longlisted for his novel Quichotte.
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Stormzy and Jorja Smith join Mercury Prize judging panel
The shortlist for this year’s prize will be announced on Thursday.
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A look back at Jennifer Lopez’s romantic history as she turns 50
The multi-talented star has had numerous high profile relationships.
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The Love Island villa erupts as girls have Anna's back during confrontation with Jordan
It all began when Jordan Hames confided in Curtis Pritchard that he thinks he rushed into his relationship with Anna Vakili.
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Jason Statham shares concern for Fast & Furious stuntman Joe Watts
The star appeared at the premiere of Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw in London.
Business
13 hours, 15 mins agoIrish businesses brace for ‘blond bombshell’ Johnson in Number 10
Confirmation that Boris Johnson was heading to Downing Street was greeted by a fall in sterling — and a new round of warnings for Irish business to buckle up for a rough ride.
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Radio Kerry proposed bid for Clare FM and Tipp FM comes to an end
The Catholic Church, the GAA, priests, and hundreds of other Clare investors are to miss out on a €2.67m windfall, after the collapse of the proposed sale of Clare FM and a controlling stake in Tipp FM to Radio Kerry.
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Truck hits Dublin city centre railway bridge for the second time in four months
Another truck hit a Dublin city centre railway bridge for the second time in four months.
Judge strikes out charge against man who caused €3,000 of damage in attempt to escape from lift
A man who suffers from panic attacks and caused over €3,000 worth of damage when trying to free himself from a jammed lift today walked free from court.
'We are going to get Brexit done on October 31': Johnson elected Tory leader
Boris Johnson has been elected the new leader of the Conservative Party after beating out rival and British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt
Watch: Limerick man and US tourist he saved from drowning in 1960s reunited for first time
The Brooklyn native was seven years old when he slipped and fell into the Canal Bank in Corbally, while visiting his Irish relatives, in July 1963.
Limerick's Greg O'Shea left Love Island to fly home for his grandmother's funeral
He will not be in tonight's episode.
Man seriously assaulted in Dublin city centre
A man has been arrested after a serious assault on another man in Dublin city centre.
Amanda Knox asks public donors for $10,000 to pay for wedding
Donors can choose from one of the three packages, from $500 or get specific and pay for items such as dinner or costumes.
Mum ‘humbled’ after Lionel Messi plays football with her 11-year-old on holiday
Anna O’Neill’s son Mackenzie went on to befriend Messi’s son Thiago while holidaying in Antigua.
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Sport
Unai Emery warns Arsenal rebel Laurent Koscielny ‘players that want to be here’ are his focus
The Gunners defender opted out of the club’s pre-season tour of the USA.
Thrilling final threw up a host of important questions
Cruising through the sunlit uplands of Tipperary last evening to the Bord Gáis Energy Munster U20 final, and random notions light up the car like sunbeams reflected from the fields.
Cork U20 boss Denis Ring describes Tipp loss as 'gut-wrenching'
Cork U20 manager Denis Ring couldn’t hide his disappointment at the final whistle last night, describing his side’s narrow defeat to Tipperary as “gut-wrenching”.
Tipp manager Cahill delighted last chance to win U20 clash against Cork fell to Morris
Tipperary manager Liam Cahill was delighted that his side’s last chance of winning the Munster U20 final clash with Cork fell to experienced senior Jake Morris.
Boxer Maxim Dadashev dies from injuries suffered during fight
The Russian was 28 years old.
Tipp stun Cork with late goal to win Munster U20 final
A Jake Morris goal four minutes into second-half injury-time secured Tipperary a stunning Munster U20 final victory.
Clara brought to a standstill as thousands welcome Shane Lowry home
Shane Lowry said the feeling of winning The Open “hasn’t sunk in yet” as he was welcomed home to County Offaly.
Joelinton prepared for ‘huge responsibility’ of being Newcastle’s number nine
The Brazilian forward has signed a six-year deal.
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