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Ireland
14 mins agoLatest: I’m accountable but not responsible for my former spad, Foster tells RHI inquiry
Arlene Foster has said she is accountable for her former special adviser, but not responsible for him.
- 57 mins ago
Varadkar: Brexit deal can be done by November
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar warned failure would cause immense damage to all the parties.
- 1 hour, 30 mins ago
HSE reports 20.5% decrease in sepsis-associated hospital deaths in the last four years
The HSE has confirmed that the number of sepsis-associated hospital deaths has fallen by more than 20% over the past four years.
- 2 hours, 15 mins ago
PAC hears details of €317k extra allowance on top of President's salary
The office of the president is receiving a €317,000 extra allowance to its budget every year for State dinners, visitor hospitality and other matters without any clear oversight or auditing on how it is spent.
- 3 hours, 31 mins ago
Conor McGregor's Irish firm sees negative swing of €470,923 in one year
Mixed martial arts superstar, Conor McGregor’s main Irish firm last year plunged into the red.
- 3 hours, 59 mins ago
Decision delayed on 'alternative fuels' Irish Cement plan after thousands of objections submitted
A decision on the granting of a controversial license to Irish Cement, which would allow the company to burn alternative fuels, including used tyres, has been delayed due to a long list of objections from the public.
World
57 mins agoTrump says Democrats using ‘con game’ to sink Kavanaugh court bid
In remarks to reporters at the United Nations, Donald Trump also took aim at Deborah Ramirez, Kavanaugh’s second accuser.
- 58 mins ago
Foreign Secretary demands rapid release of jailed charity worker
Jeremy Hunt has put pressure on the Iranian foreign minister to ensure Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is released from jail.
- 1 hour, 2 mins ago
Human activity slashed mammal population of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest by half
Brazil’s coastal rainforest is a ‘pale shadow’ of what it was after 500 years of farming and logging, say scientists.
- 1 hour, 41 mins ago
German Chancellor Angela Merkel rejects May’s Chequers proposal
Mrs Merkel made clear that the terms of a trade deal need to be made ‘concrete’ in the next eight weeks.
- 2 hours, 2 mins ago
Woman who killed pregnant neighbour says boyfriend pressed her to ‘produce baby’
Brooke Crews said she had concocted a phony pregnancy to keep from losing William Hoehn.
- 2 hours, 23 mins ago
Trump’s boasts of American might draw cool reception at UN
The US president had arrived late, forcing a last-minute scheduling switch.
- 2 hours, 26 mins ago
Swedish prime minister loses confidence vote
Stefan Lofven will continue in a caretaker role until a new government can be formed that has the command of the national parliament.
Discover
Watch this huge rescue turtle called Guacamole returned to the ocean
Guacamole is a large customer, and therefore required a special ride to the beach.
This kid’s bike has its own parking spot thanks to a stranger’s act of kindness
Get ready to say ‘awwww’.
People are explaining life’s minor annoyances that drive them absolutely crazy
These little things might be bearable for some, but they drive others insane.
Screen Time is here and people are shocked by how long they spend on their phone
Users can’t quite believe the amount of time spent on their iPhones.
Rare goat-antelope spotted after Paignton Zoo escape
The young female West Caucasian tur jumped a fence and fled into woods behind Paignton Zoo in Devon.
How this pair at an Edinburgh club became the internet’s hottest meme
These guys are all over the internet right now.
Cork priest loses ticket for Liam Miller match but good Samaritan comes to the rescue
A Co Cork priest who lost his ticket for the Liam Miller tribute match had his prayer answered as a good Samaritan gave him his spare ticket for this afternoon's match.
Watch: Former Norwich City striker Grant Holt wins on wrestling debut
The retired target man was the victor in a 40-wrestler rumble.
Showbiz
11 mins agoJoe Sugg says he is happy to prove Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood wrong
The vlogger impressed the judges during the first round of the BBC dancing competition.
- 53 mins ago
Meghan steps out on first solo royal engagement
The Duchess of Sussex is taking part in her first royal event by herself four months after becoming a member of the monarchy.
- 1 hour, 13 mins ago
Chas Hodges’ family say he didn’t die from cancer and wanted to inspire others
A statement confirmed doctors ruled the star died from pneumonia.
- 1 hour, 20 mins ago
Made in Chelsea star Ollie Locke and partner Gareth announce engagement
The 30-year-old reality star, who came out as gay on the E4 programme in 2016, shared a photo of the printed announcement on social media.
- 1 hour, 36 mins ago
Wet Wet Wet announce The Voice winner Kevin Simm as new singer
Previous singer Marti Pellow left the group in 2017.
- 1 hour, 37 mins ago
Actor George MacKay says film industry is ‘not classist’
The Captain Fantastic actor said there is no right way to enter the industry.
- 1 hour, 39 mins ago
Bafta boss wants to see diversity ‘revolution’ in film industry
The chairman spoke ahead of the Breakthrough Brits initiative to help young talent.
- 2 hours, 25 mins ago
Making A Murderer Part 2 gets October launch date on Netflix
The second series of the Emmy Award-winning documentary programme will once again have exclusive access to Steven Avery.
Business
1 hour, 8 mins agoNew Ryanair route for Cork airport announced
Ryanair has announced a new Cork to Naples route which connects Ireland's second busiest airport to its first destination in Itlay.
- 2 hours, 34 mins ago
Charlie Chawke's 'most expensive pub in Ireland' sees earnings of €1m last year
Earnings at the country’s most expensive pub, the Orchard Inn in Dublin last year topped €1m.
- 4 hours, 52 mins ago
Next boss warns no-deal Brexit could cause gridlock at ports
The retailer has outlined ‘well advanced’ no-deal Brexit contingency plans.
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Man accused of naming woman in rugby rape trial stays away from court
Complainants in rape and other sex crime cases are entitled to life-long anonymity.
A Meath pub is offering free pints to customers to put away their phones
Want a free pint? All you have to do is put your phone down and talk to strangers!
Liz Bonnin: ‘I had to bite my lips and dig my nails into my hand to stop myself from crying’
Filming new BBC One documentary Drowning In Plastic saddened and depressed the nature TV presenter, but it also sparked an angry fire in her belly.
Homelessness charity reaches out to next bidder after fake bid wins donated Conor McGregor tickets
Dublin homelessness charity, Inner City Helping Homeless, has revealed that the winning bid for tickets to Conor McGregor's UFC fight was a fake.
60,000 public servants to get €3k rise in next Budget
Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe is set to finalise plans in the coming days to give almost €200m worth of pay rises to 60,000 teachers, nurses, gardaí, and other public sector workers in a bid to end recession-era pay rates.
Parents 'can't bear to unpack holiday bag' of daughter who died from eating baguette
Natasha Ednan-Laperouse fell ill on a BA flight to France after eating a sandwich at Heathrow.
Hotel food manager fired over clocking-in irregularities awarded €28k for unfair dismissal
A hotel firm sacked a food manager over getting colleagues to falsify her morning clock-in at the hotel’s pin-number and facial recognition operated clock-in system.
WATCH: Tralee Garda performs Baby Shark for school kids
Baby shark, doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo.
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Sport
Former teammates pay tribute to Liam Miller with benefit match in Cork
Miller died during February following a battle against pancreatic cancer aged 36.
Dundalk can take big step towards league title this evening
A fourth SSE Airtricity Premier Division title in five years will be all-but secured by Dundalk with three points tonight.
Mourinho tells Pogba he will never lead Manchester United again – reports
Manager Jose Mourinho is said to have addressed midfielder Paul Pogba in front of team-mates.
Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez charged by FA over referee comments
Benitez had been speaking about a plea from Palace forward Wilfried Zaha for greater protection.
Bryson DeChambeau aiming to harness his fire in Ryder Cup
The American struggled after a first-round 75 at the Open.
Barcelona coach Valverde anticipates tough match at rock-bottom Leganes
Former Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino is now in charge of Leganes, who finished last season 17th in the La Liga standings.
Five classic cup meetings between Liverpool and Chelsea
The two sides are set to meet in the League Cup and the Premier League this week.
The social media reaction after a special day as Cork honours Liam Miller
Manchester United took the win on penalties but it was an unforgettable day for everyone in Pairc Ui Chaoimh as the Liam Miller Tribute Match was a fitting honour for the former United, Celtic and Ireland midfielder.
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