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RIP

Taoiseach and president pay tribute to 'trailblazer' Mary Banotti following death of former MEP

Updated 11 May 2024

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Aurora Borealis

PHOTOS: Northern Lights visible over Ireland in stunning display

The aurora borealis was exceptionally clear in some areas.

Updated 11 May 2024

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Europapa

Dutch act Joost Klein kicked out of Eurovision after police investigation, EBU confirms

Updated 11 May 2024

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Sponsored

Climbing the mortgage mountain? These tips for first-time buyers will help you reach your peak

summer is here (for now)

Temperatures set to hit 23 degrees today

11 May 2024

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The Daily Poll

Poll: Did you see the Northern Lights last night?

11 May 2024

25.2k

Fertility

As egg freezing becomes more common, a new study wants to find out what men think about it

11 May 2024

10.8k

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Gaza, the Eurovision and the Northern Lights are making headlines this morning

11 May 2024

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The Morning Lead

Independent candidates overtake Sinn Féin as voters' top choice ahead of European elections

Independents and others have seen a large jump in support in recent weeks, according to a new opinion poll.

Almost a quarter of people (24%) plan to vote for candidates classed as 'independents and others' on 7 June

The next most popular choice is Sinn Féin on 22% (down one point)

Sinn Féin is the most popular party among younger voters, while Fine Gael is the preferred party for over 65s

Órla Ryan

10 May 2024

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Asylum Seekers

It's a 'criminal offence' to pitch tents on public land, govt says, after removing Grand Canal camp

Updated 9 May 2024

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latest figures

Twenty measles cases confirmed in Ireland so far this year

9 May 2024

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The Lighthouse

Removal of Mount Street camp is 'like putting a plaster on a wound'

The Lighthouse in Dublin is providing food and other services for hundreds of asylum seekers every day.

Órla Ryan

4 May 2024

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Mount Street

Around 100 asylum seekers without beds in Dublin city told there is 'no further accommodation'

2 May 2024

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Lincoln Crown Court

Man jailed for life for murder of Tony McDermott, son of Mother and Baby Home campaigner

Maria Arbuckle, a mother and baby home survivor, said her son “will never be forgotten”.

Órla Ryan

2 May 2024

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Wicklow

Man arrested after construction workers are 'subjected to abuse' at hotel in Aughrim

Protesters incorrectly believed the site was being renovated to house international protection applicants.

Órla Ryan

2 May 2024

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Redress

Govt's plan for industrial school survivors 'ignores every recommendation' made by committee

1 May 2024

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Asylum Seekers

McEntee says commentary in Dáil is 'feeding blatant racism' as she defends Migration Pact

1 May 2024

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Wicklow

Builders confronted by anti-immigration protesters 'in shock' after 'intimidating' incident at Aughrim hotel

Construction workers at the site in Aughrim in Co Wicklow were told to “pack up and get the f**k out”.

Órla Ryan

30 Apr 2024

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international protection office

Asylum seekers unaware of any plans to clear tents on Dublin's Mount Street

Updated 29 Apr 2024

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The Morning Lead

Bethany Home survivor says excluding thousands from redress means 'shame will always hang over Ireland'

Patrick Anderson McQuoid is among the thousands of survivors ineligible for redress under the Government’s controversial scheme.

Patrick spent time in different institutions, he was malnourished and developed several health issues

"My hands and feet turned blue. There is no evidence of State inspection of my condition."

Patrick was sent to live with a couple, aged in their 50s, in Northern Ireland prior to adoption being made legal here

Órla Ryan

29 Apr 2024

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Lincoln Crown Court

Man found guilty of murder of Tony McDermott, son of Mother and Baby Home campaigner, after trial in England

26 Apr 2024

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Wicklow

Timeline: What happened in Newtownmountkennedy yesterday evening?

26 Apr 2024

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Weather Forecast

Temperatures set to drop to -1 during frosty weekend

25 Apr 2024

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Umar Al-Qadri

Gardaí appeal for witnesses after assault on Muslim cleric in Tallaght in February

25 Apr 2024

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Cork

Woman detained by gardaí investigating fatal car crash in Glanmire

Updated 25 Apr 2024

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Dublin

Josip Štrok: Three men arrested in relation to killing of Croatian man in Clondalkin last month

25 Apr 2024

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first time buyers

Four in 10 people getting support via First Home Scheme are single, minister says

Updated 24 Apr 2024

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The Morning Lead

Psychosis team in Cork sees significant decrease in number of people using drugs and alcohol

It’s hoped that the RISE model can be replicated by other psychosis teams around the country.

Órla Ryan

22 Apr 2024

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United Arab Emirates

Irish people describe 'chaos' at Dubai Airport after 'catastrophic' flooding in the city

Updated 17 Apr 2024

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The Morning Lead

'I'm going through a lot of scary stuff': 11-year-old boy with psychosis and his parents plead for help

The young boy has struggled to access certain services despite the efforts of his parents and healthcare workers.

Children and adolescents with complex needs often struggle to get access to services due to confusion over which health team is best placed to intervene

During a recent episode, a young boy in Dublin attempted to take his own life

The boy's parents believe if their son had received early intervention years ago, his condition would not have deteriorated to this point

Órla Ryan

16 Apr 2024

29.7k

Gender Identity

Explainer: What's in the UK's Cass Review and what does it mean for trans healthcare?

Trans young people in Ireland “currently do not have access to any form of gender identity-related healthcare”, Trans Equality Together said.

10 Apr 2024

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last day of term

Varadkar 'confident' Stormont can withstand shock resignation of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson

Updated 8 Apr 2024

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wind warnings

Power largely restored as Storm Kathleen passes over Ireland

Updated 7 Apr 2024

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Ireland South

Sinn Féin TD Kathleen Funchion to contest European election in Ireland South

7 Apr 2024

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Road Deaths

Man (20s) dies after motorcycle collision in Wicklow

7 Apr 2024

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storm kathleen

Young girl rescued from sea at Dún Laoghaire

Updated 7 Apr 2024

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The Daily Poll

Poll: Are you a renter?

7 Apr 2024

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Witness appeal

Man dies after being hit by car in Cork overnight

7 Apr 2024

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Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Simon Harris’ housing and tax promises, Storm Kathleen and Gaza ceasefire talks

7 Apr 2024

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Power Outages

Around 12,000 premises still without electricity as Storm Kathleen hits Ireland

A Status Yellow wind warning is in place for the entire country.

ESB Networks is working to restore power to thousands of premises

Dozens of flights between Ireland and the UK have been cancelled or delayed

The RSA has urged road users to take caution if travelling during the storm

Órla Ryan

Updated 6 Apr 2024

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Criminal Courts of Justice

Three men appear in court after multiple drug seizures in Dublin this week

Updated 6 Apr 2024

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