Every Morning, TheJournal.ie brings you the nine stories you need to know as you start your day.

1. #TAX-SAVER: Those in financial hardship who have not paid tax on their second home may be able to negotiate payment terms with their local council if they get in touch by Friday.

2. #CEASEFIRE: The “unlimited” ceasefire declared between Israel and Hamas has so far lasted. UN Secretary Ban Ki-Moon says the “root causes” of the conflict need to be tackled.

3. #THE DISAPPEARED: A new search is being launched today for Brendan Megraw in County Meath. Megraw was abducted from his home by the IRA and murdered in 1978.

4. #COURT: A Castleknock-based couple will appear in court later today facing a choice between homelessness and jail as they battle to stay in the property that has been their home for the past 15 years.

5. #INQUEST: The Irish Independent reports that Stephanie Meehan, the fiancee of Priory Hall resident, Fiachra Daly, who died by suicide has urged those struggling to ask for help. His inquest yesterday heard that cocaine and alcohol were found in his system.

6. #ICE BUCKET CHALLENGE: Wondering how all your donations are being spent? The Irish Motor Neurone Disease has revealed all.

7. #CHILD ABUSE: The South Yorkshire’s Police Commissioner is facing calls to resign after the publication of a report into widespread child abuse in Rotherham.

8. #DRINKS BILL: The Irish Examiner reports that The Late Late Show has the largest food and drink bill within RTÉ, costing €395 per episode.

9. #CHARITIES: The Make-A-Wish charity say the Ice Bucket Challenge or No Make-Up Selfies fundraising initiatives are to be welcomed but that the charity sector needs a more sustainable source of fundraising.