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![John Hume, former SDLP leader, has died]( "John Hume, former SDLP leader, has died")
23 mins agoJohn Hume, former SDLP leader, has died
The Nobel laureate passed away in the early hours of Monday morning after a short illness
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Two dead after car enters water in Cork
The car went into the water on the Kenmare Road near Glengarriff at around 5:30am this morning
![Ireland ‘walking a tightrope’ in Covid-19 reopening]( "Ireland ‘walking a tightrope’ in Covid-19 reopening")
31 mins agolatestIreland ‘walking a tightrope’ in Covid-19 reopening
It comes as the number of new confirmed cases announced over the past week have begun to steadily rise
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13 hours, 34 mins agolatestDoherty calls for campaign for Irish unity to be stepped up
Pearse Doherty made the comments at the National Hunger Strike Commemoration which was held online this year due to the pandemic
![Covid-19 figures: No new deaths, 53 new cases]( "Covid-19 figures: No new deaths, 53 new cases")
15 hours, 49 mins agoCovid-19 figures: No new deaths, 53 new cases
Of the 53 new cases, 80% were under the age of 45
![Car hijacker arrested by gardaí in Dublin]( "Car hijacker arrested by gardaí in Dublin")
16 hours, 3 mins agoCar hijacker arrested by gardaí in Dublin
The man in his 20s hijacked the car on Capel Street in Dublin City Centre on Sunday morning
![Gardaí break up late-night party in Clare]( "Gardaí break up late-night party in Clare")
17 hours, 9 mins agoGardaí break up late-night party in Clare
Gardaí made a number of public order arrests in Kilkee, Co Clare after footage from a party was shared on social media
![Covid testing to be introduced in Irish airports]( "Covid testing to be introduced in Irish airports")
19 hours, 5 mins agoCovid testing to be introduced in Irish airports
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly said random testing will be brought in due to rising cases internationally
![Police treating body found in Newry as suspicious]( "Police treating body found in Newry as suspicious")
19 hours, 18 mins agolatestPolice treating body found in Newry as suspicious
The body of a woman was found in her home in Co Down on Sunday morning
![Man charged in relation to Kildare fatal assault]( "Man charged in relation to Kildare fatal assault")
19 hours, 49 mins agoMan charged in relation to Kildare fatal assault
A man in his 30s was found with serious injuries in Rathangan on Friday night
![One dead after motorcycle crash in Wexford]( "One dead after motorcycle crash in Wexford")
20 hours, 46 mins agolatestOne dead after motorcycle crash in Wexford
The man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene near Camolin
![Pubs being used to send a Covid message, says Vintners association]( "Pubs being used to send a Covid message, says Vintners association")
22 hours, 1 mins agoPubs being used to send a Covid message, says Vintners association
The Vintners Federation of Ireland says the Government are unfairly keeping pubs closed to send a message to the public
![Some schools may miss August reopening date says Labour]( "Some schools may miss August reopening date says Labour")
22 hours, 20 mins agolatestSome schools may miss August reopening date says Labour
Labour Party education spokesperson, Aodhan O'Riordain has said some schools will not be able to make necessary changes by August 31st
![Approval rating for Fine Gael and Varadkar on the rise]( "Approval rating for Fine Gael and Varadkar on the rise")
22 hours, 40 mins agoApproval rating for Fine Gael and Varadkar on the rise
The Tánaiste's approval rating has jumped to 63% according to a poll in the Sunday Times
![Six dogs seized by gardaí from back of van]( "Six dogs seized by gardaí from back of van")
22 hours, 59 mins agoSix dogs seized by gardaí from back of van
The dogs were seized as both their ownership and destination was 'questionable' and 'could not be proven'
![Several arrests made over burglaries]( "Several arrests made over burglaries")
23 hours, 22 mins agoSeveral arrests made over burglaries
One man has been arrested in Kilrush and another man in Limerick City
![Man arrested after armed robbery at Dublin supermarket]( "Man arrested after armed robbery at Dublin supermarket")
1 day agoMan arrested after armed robbery at Dublin supermarket
The man was taken into custody following a car chase through a community in north Dublin
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1 day agoVaradkar says new Government got off to ‘rocky start’
Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Leo Varadkar said the new coalition he helps to lead made ‘unforced errors’
![Coronavirus: No deaths and 45 new cases confirmed in the Republic]( "Coronavirus: No deaths and 45 new cases confirmed in the Republic")
1 day agoCoronavirus: No deaths and 45 new cases confirmed in the Republic
Of the new cases reported today, 77 per cent are under 45 years of age
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1 day ago'The crowded pub' is now a thing of the past, medical expert says
Prof Sam McConkey says the reopening of pubs on August 10th could still go ahead in a very controlled way
![Greens stand by night-time economy adviser with drug conviction]( "Greens stand by night-time economy adviser with drug conviction")
1 day agolatestGreens stand by night-time economy adviser with drug conviction
Sunil Sharpe was a minor when he received a suspended sentence for the drugs offence 24 years ago
![€30,000 worth of drugs found in Dublin]( "€30,000 worth of drugs found in Dublin")
1 day agolatest€30,000 worth of drugs found in Dublin
Gardaí found €30,000 worth of cocaine and MDMA following searches of a car and two residences this weekend
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1 day agolatest'Landmark' Irish climate case sets global precedent, says UN expert
For only the second time in the world, the highest national court has required a government to revise its climate policy
![Two kayakers rescued off Cork coast]( "Two kayakers rescued off Cork coast")
1 day agolatestTwo kayakers rescued off Cork coast
One person has been taken to hospital for treatment following the rescue
![Sinn Féin senator reports]( "Sinn Féin senator reports")
1 day agolatestSinn Féin senator reports 'homophobic' abuse to gardaí
Fintan Warfield, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, says that a torrent of abuse he suffered on Twitter led to an in-person attack
![Man arrested after firearm and ammunition seized]( "Man arrested after firearm and ammunition seized")
1 day agoMan arrested after firearm and ammunition seized
A Glock pistol and 12 rounds of ammunition were seized by gardaí
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1 day agoWinning EuroMillions ticket sold at Limerick service station
The National Lottery said the €500,000 winning ticket was sold at a filling station in the Thomondgate area of Co Limerick
![Swimming banned in five Clare beaches ahead of bank holiday weekend]( "Swimming banned in five Clare beaches ahead of bank holiday weekend")
1 day agolatestSwimming banned in five Clare beaches ahead of bank holiday weekend
Clare County Council issued the ban, including Lahinch and Kilkee, due to high levels of bacteria in the water
![Gardaí to clamp down on drink and drug driving over bank holiday weekend]( "Gardaí to clamp down on drink and drug driving over bank holiday weekend")
1 day agoGardaí to clamp down on drink and drug driving over bank holiday weekend
An additional 41 drug testing devices will be used around the country
![Rain and thunder forecast for Bank Holiday weekend]( "Rain and thunder forecast for Bank Holiday weekend")
1 day agoRain and thunder forecast for Bank Holiday weekend
Temperatures are forecast to pick up from Tuesday
![Three injured following crash near Dublin Airport]( "Three injured following crash near Dublin Airport")
1 day agolatestThree injured following crash near Dublin Airport
A man is in critical condition following the incident
![Bus Éireann bring in private firm for drug and alcohol testing]( "Bus Éireann bring in private firm for drug and alcohol testing")
1 day agolatestBus Éireann bring in private firm for drug and alcohol testing
Drivers will be subject to station and on the road alcohol and drug tests under the new agreement
![People showing Covid symptoms not isolating say GPs]( "People showing Covid symptoms not isolating say GPs")
2 days agoPeople showing Covid symptoms not isolating say GPs
A survey found that most patients presenting with Covid-19 symptoms are not isolating
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2 days agoHomeless figures drop for fifth month in a row
There were 8,699 people in emergency accommodation in June, according to the latest homeless figures.
![CervicalCheck tribunal to be established]( "CervicalCheck tribunal to be established")
2 days agolatestCervicalCheck tribunal to be established 'without delay'
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly announced which judges have agreed to serve on the tribunal.
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2 days agolatestEamon Ryan warns Green TDs they cannot vote against Government
Two Green Party TDs have had their speaking rights temporarily suspended for voting against the Government.
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2 days agoCoronavirus: 38 new cases confirmed in the Republic
The news comes after the health officials said they were "very concerned" at the rising number of Covid-19 cases.
![Ryanair launches High Court challenge against Covid travel restrictions]( "Ryanair launches High Court challenge against Covid travel restrictions")
2 days agoRyanair launches High Court challenge against Covid travel restrictions
Airline claims the 'restrictions' amount to a disproportionate interference of individual's rights and are detrimental to its business
![Bank of Ireland pension funds to be charged for first time]( "Bank of Ireland pension funds to be charged for first time")
2 days agolatestBank of Ireland pension funds to be charged for first time
The move has raised concerns that other institutions could follow suit
![Conviction for father who sexually assaulted daughter overturned]( "Conviction for father who sexually assaulted daughter overturned")
2 days agolatestConviction for father who sexually assaulted daughter overturned
Court of Appeal overturned conviction of father found guilty of sexually assaulting his 19-year-old daughter on Christmas morning in 2017
![564 adults who were abused as a child waiting for social workers]( "564 adults who were abused as a child waiting for social workers")
2 days agolatest564 adults who were abused as a child waiting for social workers
The new figures show that overall there has been decrease in cases awaiting allocation.
![Farmer jailed for sexual assaults on his grandchildren]( "Farmer jailed for sexual assaults on his grandchildren")
2 days agoFarmer jailed for sexual assaults on his grandchildren
The court heard the man would frequently have the children stay for “sleepovers” at his home
![Warrant issued for first juvenile facing prosecution for breaking covid 19 restrictions]( "Warrant issued for first juvenile facing prosecution for breaking covid 19 restrictions")
2 days agoWarrant issued for first juvenile facing prosecution for breaking covid 19 restrictions
Teen was allegedly “travelling nationwide” and putting the public at risk
![Company director who faked invoices jailed for six months]( "Company director who faked invoices jailed for six months")
2 days agoCompany director who faked invoices jailed for six months
Stephen Power of Turvey Avenue, Donabate, Co Dublin created bogus invoices to avoid paying nearly €50,000 in tax
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2 days agolatestMichelle O’Neill: Brexit ‘clarity’ needed as time running out
Northern Ireland’s Deputy First Minister called for action to ensure there is no hard border on the island.
![8,699 people homeless across Ireland this month]( "8,699 people homeless across Ireland this month")
2 days agolatest8,699 people homeless across Ireland this month
The Department of Housing says this marks a drop of 177 on the numbers accessing emergency accommodation in May
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2 days agolatestTaoiseach disagrees with TD’s comments on ‘lazy public servants’
The Fianna Fáil TD accused State employees of exploiting the pandemic.
![Met Éireann warns of rainfall this bank holiday weekend]( "Met Éireann warns of rainfall this bank holiday weekend")
2 days agolatestMet Éireann warns of rainfall this bank holiday weekend
Monday will be the best day with some dry sunny spells.
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2 days agolatestGemma O'Doherty has Twitter account suspended
Former journalist was involved in a protest outside Croke Park against the Eid celebrations
![Tinder rapist has jail-term increased]( "Tinder rapist has jail-term increased")
2 days agoTinder rapist has jail-term increased
Serial sex offender Patrick Nevin has had one of his jail terms increased after the State appealed the undue leniency of his sentence
![Just a third of plastic packaging being recycled, says EPA]( "Just a third of plastic packaging being recycled, says EPA")
2 days agolatestJust a third of plastic packaging being recycled, says EPA
It is the third year in a row the figure has decreased
![Investigation into discovery of man]( "Investigation into discovery of man")
2 days agoInvestigation into discovery of man's body in Cork city
![Neasa Hourigan calls for review of Irish whip system]( "Neasa Hourigan calls for review of Irish whip system")
2 days agoNeasa Hourigan calls for review of Irish whip system
Ms Hourigan had her speaking rights in the Dáil suspended for voting against the Government
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2 days agoAlleged IS member Lisa Smith sent forward for trial at Special criminal court
Former Defence forces member Lisa Smith appeared at Dublin District Court on Friday
![Calls made for State to take control of Bewley’s Cafe]( "Calls made for State to take control of Bewley’s Cafe")
2 days agolatestCalls made for State to take control of Bewley’s Cafe
The National Conservation and Heritage Group has called for the State to protect the cafe from closure
![New canal cycle route opens in plan for greenway from Dublin to Galway]( "New canal cycle route opens in plan for greenway from Dublin to Galway")
2 days agolatestNew canal cycle route opens in plan for greenway from Dublin to Galway
The new 750-metre walking and cycling track now provides a link from Sheriff Street Upper to North Strand Road.
![Supreme Court overturns Govt]( "Supreme Court overturns Govt")
2 days agoSupreme Court overturns Govt's climate action plan
The plan has been knocked down because it lacks specificity
![Five boys arrested over bike thefts at Dublin Dart station]( "Five boys arrested over bike thefts at Dublin Dart station")
2 days agolatestFive boys arrested over bike thefts at Dublin Dart station
Two bikes were stolen at Raheny at around 7:20pm yesterday evening.
![Pub opens for bank holiday weekend despite Covid-19 restrictions]( "Pub opens for bank holiday weekend despite Covid-19 restrictions")
3 days agoPub opens for bank holiday weekend despite Covid-19 restrictions
The cabinet will meet next Tuesday to decide if pubs can reopen on August 10th
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3 days agoTonight's Covid-19 figures crucial in assessing if further action needed
85 new cases of the virus were confirmed yesterday, the highest number in two months
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Ireland 'lucky' to have access to Covid vaccines, says Irish GP
The Irish scientist leading the race for a Coronavirus vaccine says it's likely that a lot of people will be waiting some time for it.
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Donohoe accepts ‘anger’ over €16,000 top-up for ‘super junior’ minister
Two junior ministers or ministers of state are entitled to receive the annual allowance on top of their €124,439 salary
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12 new cases and no further deaths from Covid-19
There has now been a total of 1,764 COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.
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World Health Organisations advises keeping students in small groups to prevent outbreak
The Department of Education is finalising a plan aimed at fully re-opening schools next month.
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Return of schools will see more teachers and extensive cleaning
Leo Varadkar said he is confident of the full return of schools next month.
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Man seriously injured after cattle truck overturns in Co Wexford
A cattle truck overturned near the Ferrycarrig Bridge this afternoon.
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Man (70s) dies after stabbing outside house in Dublin
A male (40s), who had barricaded himself into another house nearby, was later arrested at the scene.
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Ban on evictions set to be extended until January
Renters in difficulty under this system must self-report they can't pay rent with the Residential Tenancies Board.
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