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July
July 2024
Maternity
Why are women giving birth alone in Ireland - and across the world?
Inside the online freebirthing movement that’s gaining popularity worldwide.
The Journal speaks to women who have freebirthed in Ireland and beyond about their reasons for going outside of the medical system.
One woman who became immersed in exclusive, private online groups says leaving the extreme end of the freebirth movement felt like 'leaving a cult'.
Some in Ireland are freebirthing because they can't access HSE homebirthing services.
A Louth woman, Naomi James, who died after giving birth at home without a medic present, also participated in online groups, and freebirthing influencers.
Eimer McAuley
7 Jul
19.0k
women's healthcare
'You're made to feel dirty': Woman with HIV on struggle to get fertility treatment in Ireland
Ainy, who lives in Macroom Co Cork, said she never felt stigmatised over her status until she sought fertility assistance.
Eimer McAuley
7 Jul
36.6k
Getting To Know You
Michelle O'Neill urges Starmer to roll back Legacy Act and fund Casement Park for Euro 2028
5 Jul
8.3k
The headlines
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
4 Jul
4.9k
nowhere to go
Roderic O'Gorman urged to intervene as parents and children face eviction from Direct Provision
Updated 4 Jul
17.6k
US politics
Supreme Court rules that Trump is immune from prosecution for 'official acts' during presidency
Updated 1 Jul
32.5k
June
June 2024
Maternal Deaths
Mother died in Drogheda after 'freebirth' at home with no midwife or doctor present
Hospital staff desperately tried to save Naomi’s life after she arrived in the hospital experiencing postpartum hemorrhage.
Naomi James suffered a postpartum hemorrhage after giving birth at home with no medic present.
The doula who was present for Naomi's labour told The Journal she was "a sensational woman and birthed her baby with incredible power."
Medical sources have expressed concern about 'freebirthing', but members of online support groups said birth trauma is forcing women to opt for freebirthing as a 'last resort'.
Eimer McAuley
28 Jun
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Dublin Airport passengers take diverging views on Aer Lingus pilots' strike
26 Jun
25.4k
18
Inquest
Tourist who died in crash on 'confusing' Kilkenny road didn't know she was in two-way traffic
A senior roads unit policing garda said conversations were ongoing about the need to change the road for years.
Eimer McAuley
24 Jun
54.3k
Crime
Teen arrested and due in court over alleged homophobic attack in Phoenix Park
23 Jun
32.8k
Crime
Two arrested as man in serious condition after assault on O'Connell Street
23 Jun
39.9k
Remembrance
Stardust ceremony: 'I have a feeling we have the presence of the 48 victims here today'
Christy Moore, Roddy Doyle, and more are performing in the ceremony.
Eimer McAuley
23 Jun
11.3k
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 One man dead after diving event, student accommodation uncertainty, and a look at Macron’s chances in his early election gamble.
23 Jun
8.3k
Assault case
Natasha O'Brien: 'I bared my soul, and was told I should be happy my attacker took a guilty plea'
Updated 22 Jun
137k
Search and rescue operation
Search for UK teen Jay Slater in Tenerife enters sixth day
22 Jun
36.5k
Newmarket
Teen boy arrested following assault in County Cork, gardaí appealing for witnesses
22 Jun
21.4k
Good Morning
The 8 at 8 Taylor Swift concert sees garda leave cancelled, Cathal Crotty told he faces likely dismissal, and protests planned in solidarity with Natasha O’Brien.
22 Jun
7.0k
Fatal Crash
Kilkenny man who stole car with vulnerable young person inside was on drugs when he crashed
6 hrs ago
45.2k
PAY DISPUTE EXPLAINED
Aer Lingus's pilot pay crisis: An industrial relations expert explains what could happen next
Liam Doherty said that there is trouble ahead for Aer Lingus whether or not it agrees to a hefty pay increase.
Eimer McAuley
19 Jun
13.4k
15
Pay dispute
McEntee says Aer Lingus pilots going on strike could cause damage to Ireland's reputation
Updated 19 Jun
21.3k
117
Higher Education
University of Limerick President resigns after property deal controversy
14 Jun
27.9k
Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Updated 14 Jun
4.5k
2024 euros
Poll: Will you be watching the Euros this year?
14 Jun
16.0k
56
forecast
Yellow thunderstorm warning for nine counties, with chance of hail and lightning damage
14 Jun
38.8k
35
LITTERING RULES
What are the rules on posters now the elections are over? Here's everything to know
14 Jun
17.9k
26
Organised Crime
Two men arrested as €1 million in cash seized in Dublin
14 Jun
14.7k
7
Vatican
Ardal O'Hanlon, Patrick Kielty and Tommy Tiernan amongst comedians to meet Pope Francis
14 Jun
15.1k
40
Drugs Bust
Woman (40s) arrested as €410,000 in drugs seized from Tallaght house
12 Jun
24.9k
Oceangate tragedy
Irish diver who was on board mothership of Oceangate sub that imploded says it was 'traumatic'
12 Jun
39.9k
pay talks
Aer Lingus pilots vote for industrial action, no strike planned as of yet
12 Jun
10.6k
Future of RTÉ
New chair tells politicians RTÉ is considering a €400k exit payment to a former employee
Updated 12 Jun
25.5k
61
EPA
No signs of improvement in quality of Irish lakes, estuaries and groundwaters
Updated 12 Jun
7.0k
The Morning Lead
Rotunda hospital refused complaint on death of newborn because of time limit, Ombudsman says
The hospital agreed to investigate the complaint after it was directed to review its decision.
12 Jun
14.5k
St Michan's Church
Mummified remains destroyed in Dublin church crypt fire as one man arrested
11 Jun
27.7k
Policing Protests
One man arrested and garda car tyres slashed during Clonmel anti-migrant housing protest
11 Jun
13.9k
Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
11 Jun
3.2k
dog controls
XL Bully: Government consulting Attorney General about banning dog breed, minister announces
Eimer McAuley
Updated 11 Jun
41.2k
137
Ireland in Europe
Bertie Ahern and Simon Harris toast Paschal Donohoe as he is named 'European of the Year'
10 Jun
29.1k
37
fatal collision
Woman in her 70s dead after Ranelagh collision between pedestrian and cyclist
10 Jun
27.9k
Dublin Bus
No passengers on board Dublin bus that crashed into bridge on Upper Sandwith Street
10 Jun
34.7k
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