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Ireland
19 mins agoChris Comerford has had a life longer than his 35 years
There's something of a poet about Chris Comerford in Peter Varga's striking photograph.
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Nursing strike may expand across public sector, says Taoiseach
The nursing dispute may escalate to other parts of the public sector, the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has warned.
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Government 'not preparing' for land checks along border, Taoiseach says
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has insisted there are no plans for checks along the land border in Ireland in the case of a no-deal Brexit, despite Transport Minister Shane Ross saying there would be.
- 1 hour, 24 mins ago
Property prices continue to rise nationally
Property prices nationally have experienced their lowest annual rise in over 2 years, with prices growing by 7.1 percent in the year to November.
- 1 hour, 27 mins ago
No serious injuries following five-vehicle incident on M18 in Galway
A number of people have escaped injury following an incident involving five vehicles on the M18 motorway in Co Galway.
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Anti-eviction activist Ben Gilroy jailed for criminal contempt
Anti-eviction activist Ben Gilroy has been jailed for three months over failure to comply with a High Court order to complete 80 hours community service after he had admitted criminal contempt.
World
28 mins agoBlood moon 2019: everything you need to know about the celestial event
Find out the best time to view the total lunar eclipse from the UK and why it is significant this time round.
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Brexit fallout: 'I do not regret calling the referendum,' says David Cameron
After Theresa May's defeat the British Parliament remains fundamentally split over what form of Brexit would be best for Britain.
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Theresa May faces MPs ahead of confidence vote
Jeremy Corbyn has accused Theresa May of being "in denial" about the heavy Commons defeat inflicted by British MPs on her Brexit deal.
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UK needs to set out path to ‘orderly’ Brexit, says Barnier
The EU’s chief negotiator said he ‘profoundly’ regrets the Commons vote to reject Theresa May’s deal.
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Artist creates installation to play Toto’s Africa ‘for eternity’ in Namib desert
Max Siedentopf described the artwork as the “ultimate homage” to the hit 1982 song.
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Sturgeon – May’s Brexit defeat makes case for independence increasingly clear
Conservatives have accused the Scottish First Minister of using Brexit to push for a second independence referendum.
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Zimbabwe anti-government protest over fuel prices continues
Armed police have surrounded the home of a top activist, while the country’s biggest telecoms firm says it has been forced to shut down the internet.
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New caravan of Honduran migrants makes first border crossing
The fate that awaits the migrants when they reach the US border is uncertain.
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Giant rotating ice disc forms in river
Officials said the disc in the Presumpscot River is spinning slowly counter-clockwise and has served as a big raft for ducks and other birds.
This is where you can get free weekday parking in Cork City
Parking is one of the biggest turns offs when planning a shopping trip; where will you park, and if you find a spot how long can you stay and how much will it cost?
Today is the day you are most likely to ditch your New Year's resolutions
January 16 is the day that many of us who have made the traditional New Year's resolution will give in to temptation and seek comfort in our old vices.
British MP who delayed Caesarean op to vote on Brexit deal entered Commons in wheelchair
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq is nine months pregnant.
Toddler unhurt after tumbling from the back seat of a moving car
The two-year-old fell out of a moving vehicle in Minnesota while strapped into a car seat.
Theresa May’s Brexit defeat: The funniest Twitter reactions from the UK
‘Alexa, where’s the nearest field of wheat?’
YouTube warns against Bird Box-style prank videos
The Google-owned video platform said any stunts that place people in danger are against site policy.
Chocolate spill creates sweet mess on Arizona highway
The 3,500 gallons of chocolate was liquid because it was being stored in the tanker at 120 degrees.
Showbiz
11 mins agoFull cast revealed for Dad’s Army remake of lost episodes
Three episodes lost from the archives will be recreated to celebrate the show’s 50th anniversary.
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Film ratings to target sex and real world as media changes ‘beyond recognition’
New film classifications will address shifting attitudes and media norms.
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Watch: Andy Serkis’ Theresa May Gollum sings Brexit Bohemian Rhapsody
Serkis’ portrayal of the PM first appeared in a video in December.
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Kesha vows to ‘love myself’ after posting make-up-free selfie
She shared the picture to Instagram.
- 9 hours, 5 mins ago
Anna Faris offers to officiate at ex-husband Chris Pratt’s wedding
He is engaged to Katherine Schwarzenegger.
- 10 hours, 50 mins ago
Caitlyn Jenner takes part in the #10YearChallenge
Jenner is the latest celebrity to take part in the viral trend.
- 10 hours, 52 mins ago
Director reveals new Ghostbusters film is in development
Jason Reitman, whose father Ivan directed the first film, will direct a new movie set to arrive in 2020.
- 15 hours, 51 mins ago
Jeremy Clarkson rejects claims The Grand Tour is sexist
The presenter has defended the feminist record of the show.
Business
1 hour, 15 mins agoPound will remain volatile after Brexit delay hope sparks rebound, says Carney
Bank of England governor Mark Carney told MPs that financial markets believe the chances of a no-deal Brexit have reduced.
- 4 hours, 17 mins ago
Pound fights back on market hopes for Brexit Plan B
Sterling strengthened to just under 1.29 US dollars and stood at nearly 1.13 euros.
- 4 hours, 26 mins ago
Visa Consumer spending index falls for first time in almost two years
Consumer spending here fell during December, according to Visa.
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UL student becomes first Traveller in Ireland to graduate with a PhD
Among the 1,715 University of Limerick students who celebrated their graduations yesterday was Dr Sindy Joyce, who became the first Traveller in Ireland to graduate with a PhD.
Healy-Rae: People giving up meat have never worked a hard day in their lives
A TD has claimed people who are giving up eating meat have never worked a hard day in their lives.
Mum’s tribute to ‘angelic’ daughter killed after head got trapped in lift
Five-year-old Alexys Brown, known as Lexi, died from “horrific” head and neck injuries after becoming stuck between the lift and the ceiling of her home in England in August 2015.
Brian Crowley to break his silence on European Parliament absence
He will also “cover any and all topics” media wish to raise with him.
Woman sues M&S over fall in Dundrum Shopping Centre store aisle
A woman who suffered a fracture to her leg when she claims she was knocked to the ground as a Marks and Spencer employee allegedly came off a step ladder as she walked by has sued in the High Court.
Three children die after getting trapped in freezer
The children were aged one, four and six.
Senator defends objection to planned housing development in Dublin
A Dublin Senator is defending his objection to the size of a planned housing development in his neighbourhood.
'She made the world a better place' - Teacher hit by jeep in schoolyard buried in Donegal
Dawn Croke died after she was struck by a jeep in the schoolyard of the local St Crona's National School on Thursday evening last.
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Sport
'It’s going to be a nightmare for refs' - Kerry's Stephen O’Brien on hand-pass experimental rule
Kerry forward Stephen O’Brien feels referees will be the biggest losers if the hand-pass experimental rule is implemented in the Allianz Football League.
Ciaran Clark among Newcastle’s injury worries following Blackburn cup clash
Ciaran Clark was substituted at half-time and his replacement Jamaal Lascelles limped off just before the hour.
Australian Open sees Rafael Nadal and Rodger Federer go through
Rafael Nadal and Rodger Federer have progressed at the Australian Open.
Munster confirm Ian Keatley exit for end of season
Munster have confirmed Ian Keatley is leaving the province at the end of the season.
Seven uncapped players named in Scotland's Six Nations squad
Gregor Townsend has named seven uncapped players in his 39-man Scotland squad for the 2019 Guinness Six Nations.
Cech to take time to consider next move, with Chelsea return possible
The 36-year-old, who won four Premier League titles with the Blues, has his A licence coaching qualification.
Golden State ride hot start to thrash Nuggets
The Golden State Warriors set an NBA record of 51 points in the first quarter to earn a 142-111 victory over the Denver Nuggets.
Everton's plan to use safe-standing to raise stadium capacity welcomed by supporters' group
The Toffees want to build their new home at Bramley-Moore Dock on the banks of the Mersey.
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