Ireland
![Alternative housing for people in Direct Provision should be explored - expert group]( "Alternative housing for people in Direct Provision should be explored - expert group")
28 mins agoAlternative housing for people in Direct Provision should be explored - expert group
Asylum seekers should have their right to work extended and alternative housing be explored for people in the Direct Provision system.
- 3 hours, 0 mins ago
![Indoor visits to Covid-free nursing homes to be allowed from June 15]( "Indoor visits to Covid-free nursing homes to be allowed from June 15")
Indoor visits to Covid-free nursing homes to be allowed from June 15
Some nursing home residents will see their family members for the first time since March later this month.
- 3 hours, 43 mins ago
![Protests have given victims of racism courage to speak, organiser says ahead of Dublin rally]( "Protests have given victims of racism courage to speak, organiser says ahead of Dublin rally")
Protests have given victims of racism courage to speak, organiser says ahead of Dublin rally
Black Lives Matter demonstrators have given those who were victims of racism courage to speak out, according to an organiser of today's rally in Dublin.
- 4 hours, 9 mins ago
![]()
Use face coverings where social distancing not possible, new WHO advice says
People have been encouraged to wear homemade fabric masks in public where social distancing is not possible, newly updated World Health Organisation (WHO) advice states.
- 14 hours, 18 mins ago
![Cork businesses hail lifting of coronavirus restrictions]( "Cork businesses hail lifting of coronavirus restrictions")
Cork businesses hail lifting of coronavirus restrictions
Chief executive of the Cork Business Association, Lawrence Owens, said Cork retailers now had an unexpected bonus to help get their businesses back up and running, because of easing of movement for all people within their own counties.
World
![]()
1 hour, 21 mins agoWhat happens next in the post-Brexit negotiations?
Michel Barnier, who is leading the discussions for Brussels, lamented ‘no significant areas of progress’.
- 2 hours, 3 mins ago
![]()
Tory MP apologises for attending gathering despite lockdown
Bob Seely said it ‘would have been better to have spoken to this person without any others nearby’.
- 4 hours, 7 mins ago
![]()
Largest protest yet over George Floyd death expected in Washington
Officials said up to 200,000 people could demonstrate in the US capital on Saturday.
- 12 hours, 45 mins ago
![]()
French forces kill al Qaida’s North African commander
Ms Parly identified him as a member of al Qaida’s ‘management committee’.
- 14 hours, 44 mins ago
![]()
Reddit co-founder leaves board and urges black replacement
The entrepreneur, who is married to tennis star Serena Williams, said he made the decision for the sake of his daughter.
- 17 hours, 56 mins ago
![]()
India and China look to ease tensions in disputed Himalayan region
Generals are scheduled to meet at a border post.
Discover
![]()
5 things to watch to educate yourself on racism and white privilege
Check out these useful resources.
![]()
Street section near White House renamed Black Lives Matter Plaza
Washington DC’s mayor Muriel Bowser announced the change to the area near the church where Donald Trump posed for a photograph with a Bible.
![]()
Congratulations for second couple to marry at Belfast City Hall since lockdown
Michael McCaw from Holywood, Co Down married his fiancee Lucrecia Landeta Garcia on the steps of the east wing of City Hall.
![]()
5 ways to celebrate Pride Month virtually
Represent.
![]()
NHS Nurse leaves hospital to cheers from colleagues after seven-week Covid-19 battle
Orlando Fulgencio was wheeled out to huge cheers and applause from staff who lined the corridors to celebrate his ‘remarkable recovery’.
![Artworks to cover Dublin Buses in Childline and Women]( "Artworks to cover Dublin Buses in Childline and Women")
Artworks to cover Dublin Buses in Childline and Women's Aid fundraiser
More than 100 Dublin Buses will be covered in artwork as part of a fundraising campaign.
![]()
‘Morale booster’ llama spotted at Black Lives Matter protest
Caesar the therapy llama was spotted by Black Lives Matter protesters at a demonstration in Portland, Oregon.
![]()
'It's a very long hallway,' says cyclist, 74, as he clocks up 1,200kms in lockdown for frontline staff
A 74-year-old veteran cyclist has used his lockdown to clock up at least 1200 kilometres from his hallway cocoon and vows to pedal-on daily for frontline staff until all Covid-19 restrictions are lifted.
Showbiz
![]()
1 hour, 23 mins agoSophie Ellis-Bextor shares update from home following bike crash
The singer was admitted to hospital earlier this week.
- 2 hours, 5 mins ago
![]()
Sandra Oh: Phoebe Waller-Bridge would be dream guest star on Killing Eve
She spoke during an online Q&A hosted by Bafta.
- 2 hours, 58 mins ago
![]()
Beyonce and Kim Kardashian among stars honouring Breonna Taylor
Ms Taylor was shot and killed by police in a case that has attracted publicity following the death of George Floyd.
- 4 hours, 40 mins ago
![]()
Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock shares emotional video about racism
The singer said the events following George Floyd’s death had left her ‘feeling really heavy’.
- 15 hours, 56 mins ago
![]()
Kanye West attends Chicago protest and donates two million dollars to victims
George Floyd died last month after a Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee on his neck.
- 18 hours, 59 mins ago
![Gavin James to perform drive in concert at Kerry]( "Gavin James to perform drive in concert at Kerry")
Gavin James to perform drive in concert at Kerry's INEC
Gavin James has announced that he will return to Killarney on August 8 to perform the first in a series of Inside Out drive in concerts at the INEC.
- 22 hours, 26 mins ago
![]()
Riverdale creator apologises after criticism from Vanessa Morgan
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa said they must do better to honour black characters.
- 23 hours, 28 mins ago
![]()
Tim Davie: Former acting director-general to return to the BBC’s top job
The executive temporarily took over from George Entwistle after he left the corporation in 2012.
Business
![Retailers and hotels welcome plans to speed up reopening sectors]( "Retailers and hotels welcome plans to speed up reopening sectors")
3 hours, 26 mins agoRetailers and hotels welcome plans to speed up reopening sectors
The retail and hospitality sectors have welcomed the news that the government is accelerating Ireland's progress through the roadmap to reopen the country and the economy.
- 15 hours, 39 mins ago
![Cork and Dublin airport operator Daa eyes up to 1,000 job cuts as losses mount]( "Cork and Dublin airport operator Daa eyes up to 1,000 job cuts as losses mount")
Cork and Dublin airport operator Daa eyes up to 1,000 job cuts as losses mount
State-owned airport operator Daa is looking to cut around 750-1,000 jobs in the summer as part of an urgent cost cutting programme aimed at stemming mounting losses arising from Covid-19’s shutdown of air travel.
Ireland Weather
Thick cloud cover and heavy rain across northern areas will sink southwards during the morning. ...
more weather
Horoscopes
Most Read
![]()
UK Bishop ‘deeply saddened’ after Irish language epitaph controversy
The Church of England says the decision to ban the message on a headstone was not its national policy.
![Taoiseach announces move to]( "Taoiseach announces move to")
Taoiseach announces move to 'Phase 2 plus' of Covid-19 roadmap - 'Summer is not lost'
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has confirmed that it is safe to move to phase 2 of easing Covid-19 restrictions from Monday.
![]()
Madeleine McCann suspect ‘confessed to abduction in 2017’
German prosecutors said the suspect was living in the Algarve between 1995 and 2007, where he funded his lifestyle by committing crimes.
![]()
Widow of man who took his own life wins unfair dismissal case against Dublin investment firm
A widow of a senior manager who took his own life has won her battle against a Dublin-based investment management company concerning her late husband’s unfair dismissal.
![]()
1947 law may be used to tackle spate of house parties
A 1947 law could be used to tackle lockdown house parties, it emerged last night, as the chief medical officer expressed concerns about such gatherings.
![]()
What coronavirus lockdown relaxations are in Phase 2+?
A series of lockdown restrictions will be lifted in Ireland on Monday
![]()
Pints and peanuts do not make a pub a restaurant – Dr Tony Holohan
The chief medical officer urged people to be sensible after the Government allowed pubs to reopen on June 29, as long as they operate as restaurants.
![Watch: Taoiseach to announce next phase of roadmap as Covid-19 restrictions eased]( "Watch: Taoiseach to announce next phase of roadmap as Covid-19 restrictions eased")
Watch: Taoiseach to announce next phase of roadmap as Covid-19 restrictions eased
People will be allowed to travel anywhere within their county under a further easing of lockdown measures from Monday.
Subscribe to news alerts
Sport
![]()
NFL admits league should have listened earlier to players protesting racism
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell posted a video on Friday night as widespread protests continue in the United States.
![]()
Stadiums to be divided into red, amber and green zones for Premier League return
Karren Brady has revealed the details behind the Premier League’s return.
![]()
John Horan: Delayed season won’t go past February
GAA president John Horan has said the 2020 inter-county championships could be completed next year but won’t go beyond February.
![]()
Michael Jordan and his brand pledge $100m in fight for racial equality
The announcement comes after several days of protests in the United States and further afield following the death of George Floyd.
![Q&A: All you need to know about returning to club GAA action]( "Q&A: All you need to know about returning to club GAA action")
Q&A: All you need to know about returning to club GAA action
The GAA have proposed club competitions be permitted to return from July 31 for an 11-week window as part of their safe return to action roadmap - John Fogarty answers the key questions.
![Window for club games ‘challenging’, says Cork chair Tracey Kennedy]( "Window for club games ‘challenging’, says Cork chair Tracey Kennedy")
Window for club games ‘challenging’, says Cork chair Tracey Kennedy
Cork County Board chairperson Tracey Kennedy has said it will be “challenging” to squeeze their adult championships into the 11-week window outlined in the GAA’s return to play roadmap.
![]()
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confident Man Utd are ready to pick up where they left off
United are due to face Tottenham away on June 19 in their first match since beating LASK 5-0 in the Europa League on March 12.
![]()
GAA to restart with 11-week club window as roadmap revealed for return to action
The GAA have proposed club competitions be permitted to return from July 31 for an 11-week window as part of their safe return to action roadmap - but that could yet be brought forward.
Download our app
