The Journal2 minutes ago
New Covid testing rules for inbound travellers due to come in today is delayed for 48 hours
A negative Covid-19 test will be required for all those arriving into Ireland from Sunday.
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Court says Gaddafi's son can contest Libya's presidential election, overturning disqualification
Seif al-Islam, once the heir-apparent to his father, had been barred because of past convictions for violence against protesters.
Irish Examiner19 minutes ago
Covid jab provides strong protection for at least six months post-vaccination
Hiqa has published three reviews on the duration of immunity following the jab to inform the work of the National Immunisation Advisory Committee
The Journal27 minutes ago
The 9 at 9: Friday
Here’s what’s making the headlines this morning.
RTÉ34 minutes ago
Uncertain future for country's only wildlife hospital
Ireland's only dedicated wildlife hospital faces an uncertain future as it has to vacate its current location in the next month.
The Journal35 minutes ago
Undocumented migrants will be given pathway to citizenship under new scheme
It will be open to those who don’t have a current permission to reside in Ireland.
RTÉ1 hour and 23 minutes ago
Rising levels of waste are 'unsustainable' - EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is calling for urgent action to address Ireland's rising waste volumes and falling recycling rates.
The Journal1 hour and 34 minutes ago
Police-recorded LGBT hate crimes in the UK rose sharply after lockdown eased
At least 14,670 sexual orientation hate crime offences were recorded from January to August 2021 in the UK.
RTÉ1 hour and 58 minutes ago
Fewer children with disabilities by 2030 - ESRI study
There will be a decrease in the number of children with a disability in Ireland by 2030 due to falling fertility rates, according to joint research by the ESRI and Pobal.
The Journal2 hours and 3 minutes ago
Alec Baldwin says he does not feel guilt over movie set shooting death
“I don’t have anything to hide,” he said.
RTÉ2 hours and 12 minutes ago
Baldwin says he does not feel guilt over Rust shooting
Alec Baldwin has said his acting career may be over as he denied pulling the trigger in the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust.
The Journal2 hours and 19 minutes ago
Holly Cairns: Successive governments have neglected Ireland's disabled people - we must do better
The Social Democrats TD says Ireland’s record on caring for disabled people is entirely lacking.
RTÉ2 hours and 31 minutes ago
Govt delays introduction of Covid tests for arrivals
The Government has delayed the introduction of PCR and antigen testing for air and sea passengers arriving into Ireland by 48 hours.
Irish Times2 hours and 33 minutes ago
Alec Baldwin says his career may be over after fatal shooting
Actor denies pulling trigger in incident that caused death of Halyna Hutchins
Irish Times2 hours and 34 minutes ago
People in Ireland living in ‘dying days’ of partition, McDonald says
Sinn Féin leader tells US audience that Brexit ‘a product of narrow English nationalism’
RTÉ2 hours and 38 minutes ago
More needed to help employees with disabilities - IHREC
Most people in Ireland agree that more should be done by employers to accommodate employees with disabilities, according to a survey by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission.
RTÉ2 hours and 59 minutes ago
Australia records first local case of Omicron variant
Australia has reported a student with no history of foreign travel had tested positive for the Covid-19 Omicron variant, the country's first detected case of community transmission.
Irish Examiner3 hours and 1 minute ago
Covid wage subsidy scheme being used for 'robbery' says Revenue Commissioners chair
EWSS controversy continues as Revenue chief speaks out about suspected fraud, and the Hotels Federation highlights €92m loss in cancellations
The Journal3 hours and 4 minutes ago
FactCheck: Did Twitter, Walmart and CNBC's CEOs resign on same day as Ghislaine Maxwell's trial?
The highly publicised trial has attracted false internet-based claims before so let’s take a look at the latest allegations.
The Journal3 hours and 9 minutes ago
Social inclusion of children with disabilities ‘key’ to wellbeing and care, new research finds
The research found that it is ‘vital’ that children with disabilities have equal access to early learning and school age care and education.
Irish Examiner3 hours and 19 minutes ago
Urgent action needed as recycling rates drop
In 2019, municipal waste increased by 6% to 3.1m tonnes, packaging waste increased by 11% to 1.1m tonnes and hazardous waste increased by 10% to 0.6m tonnes, according to the Environmental Protection Agency
Irish Examiner3 hours and 19 minutes ago
Amnesty for up to 17,000 undocumented migrants to be announced today
Up to 17,000 undocumented migrants 'living in the shadows' could become Irish citizens under an amnesty to be announced today
Irish Times3 hours and 19 minutes ago
This seriously good new restaurant gets a near perfect score from our food critic
A revamped Dublin city centre space has smart, delicious cooking that’s true to its roots
Irish Times3 hours and 19 minutes ago
Brianna Parkins: Aged 19-25, I dated men years older than me. No one seemed concerned
You have to wonder why some men pursue relationships with younger women
RTÉ3 hours and 19 minutes ago
Calls for publication of Cost of Disability report
Six leading disability and mental health umbrella organisations, representing hundreds of thousands of people, have called on the Government to publish its report on the Cost of Disability.
RTÉ3 hours and 19 minutes ago
Ireland not a shining example of equality
While it is difficult to find an average cost of disability, it is recognised that disabled people incur extra living costs, writes Ailbhe Conneely.
RTÉ3 hours and 19 minutes ago
Your Covid questions answered - booster vaccines
There is a lot of news about Covid-19 recently, and many elements are changing regularly. With that in mind, we asked our Instagram followers what aspects they were unsure about, and have answered - or attempted to answer - those questions.
Irish Examiner4 hours and 9 minutes ago
Garda probationer rescues vulnerable missing person from bog
Coast Guard and Civil Defence were also involved in the mission that brought an at-risk person to safety
Irish Times4 hours and 19 minutes ago
‘I just wish people would stop moaning and giving out.’ But what would Liveline do then?
Review: Joe Duffy presides over tetchy debates on bungalows and masks in schools
Irish Examiner6 hours and 10 minutes ago
'I cried when I heard it was going to close': Crèche forced to close after dispute with Church
Montessori owner says parish has no reason to put it out of its home — and a parent says their decision left her 'devastated'
Irish Times8 hours and 19 minutes ago
Diarmaid Ferriter: Latest assessment of Haughey era seems derailed by deference
New biography devotes more attention to family rejection of Moriarty contents than to findings
The Journal9 hours and 14 minutes ago
Reader Q&A: Your questions on Covid-19 vaccine boosters answered
The Covid-19 booster vaccine rollout is ongoing in Ireland at the moment.
Irish Times9 hours and 18 minutes ago
Asylum seekers can regularise status via ‘once-in-a-generation’ scheme
Up to 17,000 undocumented people, including 3,000 children, may be eligible
RTÉ9 hours and 18 minutes ago
Scheme to regularise undocumented migrants approved
The Government has approved a scheme to regularise thousands of undocumented migrants and their families who are living in Ireland.
Irish Times9 hours and 19 minutes ago
Covid restrictions on hospitality and households for Christmas to be discussed
Ministers and officials to consider reduced capacity for pubs and restaurants
Irish Examiner9 hours and 19 minutes ago
Government will move 'as quickly as it can' on Nphet recommendations
Senior Government sources told the Irish Examiner the restrictions, once approved by Cabinet, will be in place “throughout December and January” at least, until we “get to grips with the Omicron variant”
The Journal10 hours and 41 minutes ago
Epstein employee drove underage girls to house under Maxwell’s orders, jury told
The 59-year-old allegedly told the housekeeper to only speak to Epstein ‘when he asked questions’.
The Journal10 hours and 49 minutes ago
Man accused of terrorism offences surrenders himself to UK to face allegations
The arrest warrant states that Nazi-related materials were uncovered during a search of his address.
The Journal10 hours and 56 minutes ago
Ronaldo hits 800th career goals as Man United come from behind to beat Arsenal
New interim manager Ralf Rangnick was watching from the stands as United recorded a 3-2 win.
The Journal10 hours and 59 minutes ago
Taoiseach says 'call to arms' has helped stabilise cases but suggests Christmas will not be 'normal'
Legislation that will allow the government to reinstate mandatory hotel quarantine passed all stages in the Dáil this evening.
The Journal11 hours and 19 minutes ago
Spanish student in court over graffiti attack on train carriage at Clontarf Dart station
Enrique Martin Gutierrez, 20, of Calle de Frias, Burgas, Spain, was arrested yesterday.
The Journal11 hours and 35 minutes ago
Reinfections three times more likely with Omicron, South African research suggests
The preliminary study by South African scientists was published today.
RTÉ11 hours and 35 minutes ago
'Substantial' reinfection with Omicron, study suggests
The Omicron variant of coronavirus has "substantial" ability to cause reinfection in people who have previously had Covid-19, a study from South Africa suggests.
The Journal11 hours and 49 minutes ago
Deadline for legislating on NI legacy issues has been missed, Brandon Lewis admits
Controversial plans to end prosecutions for Troubles-era incidents were expected to be legislated for this autumn.
Irish Examiner12 hours and 11 minutes ago
Omicron has 'substantial ability to cause reinfection in people who have had Covid' - study
Breakthrough infections are occurring with other variants in those who have had Covid previously and those who are vaccinated
Irish Examiner12 hours and 21 minutes ago
Hospitals facing staff illness, bed shortages and rising patient numbers this winter
Seven hospital groups report record numbers of patients in parallel with staff shortages linked to recruitment challenges and Covid-19 leading to cancellations, even in children’s hospitals
The Journal12 hours and 24 minutes ago
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
Your round-up of what made the headlines today.
RTÉ12 hours and 31 minutes ago
Punkrocker hit among Merkel's picks for farewell parade
With a hit by the "godmother of punk" Nina Hagen, Germany's military saluted a visibly moved Angela Merkel during a ceremonial farewell today, just a week before she is due to bow out of politics after 16 years in office.
The Journal12 hours and 49 minutes ago
Trailer Watch: Which film will you watch this weekend?
Here are a few options for weekend watching.
The Journal12 hours and 54 minutes ago
Seriously ill crew member airlifted from Spanish fishing vessel off Irish coast
The crew member was reported to have suffered a possible stroke.
Irish Examiner12 hours and 59 minutes ago
Six wins at Newsbrands Awards for Irish Examiner journalism
The Irish Examiner earned 10 nominations in the Newsbrands Ireland Journalism Awards last October, winning a total of six awards for 2021
RTÉ13 hours and 6 minutes ago
Maxwell was 'lady of the house', ex-employee testifies
Ghislaine Maxwell was the "lady of the house" at now-deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein's Palm Beach estate, a former house manager testified at the British socialite's sex abuse trial in Manhattan federal court on Thursday.
The Journal13 hours and 16 minutes ago
Repatriation flight arranged for Irish citizens following flight suspensions in Morocco
Flights to and from Morocco have been suspended until at least 13 December over Omicron fears.
The Journal13 hours and 19 minutes ago
Post-Brexit, who are Ireland's biggest allies in Europe?
There’s been a realignment – but what does that mean for Ireland’s future?
The Journal13 hours and 31 minutes ago
National risk report finds 'economic scarring' and 'multipolar world' among top concerns
Some of the new risks identified in this year’s report were ‘economic scarring, digital exclusion, and the rise of a multi-polar world’.
The Journal13 hours and 34 minutes ago
Murder trial witness describes how champion boxer was struck and 'taken away' by speeding jeep
Logan Jackson (31) is charged with murdering Kevin Sheehy (20) in Limerick city over two years ago.
The Journal14 hours and 3 minutes ago
The Explainer: Does global vaccine inequality put us at risk of new Covid variants?
Assistant Professor at Trinity College Dublin, Kim Roberts, and Dimitri Eynikel from Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ‘Access’ campaign join us on the podcast this week.
The Journal14 hours and 6 minutes ago
France rejects joint Channel border patrols with UK in letter to Johnson
Johnson wrote a letter to French President Emmanuel Macron last week proposing joint patrols.
The Journal14 hours and 22 minutes ago
Public finances continue to improve as deficit narrows to €4.9 billion
Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe said the strong tax returns show the “strength of our economic recovery”.
Irish Times14 hours and 28 minutes ago
Parts of Dublin have highest rates of Covid-19 in the country
Five of county’s local electoral areas among State’s 10 worst affected
The Journal14 hours and 38 minutes ago
Developer seeks High Court injunction against challenge to Killiney development
Atlas has permission to build 255 residential units and a childcare facility at Church Road in Killiney..
The Journal14 hours and 49 minutes ago
US, EU, Britain and Canada hit Belarus with coordinated sanctions
Britain said it had imposed sanctions ‘on eight Belarusian individuals responsible for repression and human rights violations’.
Irish Times14 hours and 51 minutes ago
The Irish Times wins six categories at NewsBrands Journalism Awards
Naomi O’Leary, Lara Marlowe, Keith Duggan and Kathleen Harris among winners
The Journal14 hours and 57 minutes ago
Covid vaccines have saved 9,000 lives in Ireland among 60+ age group, study estimates
New research by the ECDC and the WHO says that nearly 500,000 people across Europe are alive thanks to Covid vaccines.
The Journal15 hours and 7 minutes ago
Royal Dublin Golf Club votes to accept female members
It is the last club in Ireland to do so.
The Journal15 hours and 19 minutes ago
Cheaper crack cocaine supplies in cities 'sees people travel from rural areas to buy the drug'
Tony Duffin of the Ana Liffey Drug Project believes a drop in crack cocaine cost is directly linked to increased supply.
Irish Independent15 hours and 29 minutes ago
Public finances continue to improve as deficit narrows to 4.9bn euros
Public finances are continuing to improve, with the deficit to the exchequer narrowing to 4.9 billion euros (£4.2 billion) at the end of November.
RTÉ15 hours and 56 minutes ago
5 things we learned from the HSE briefing on Covid-19
From Covid-19 booster vaccines to the new variant Omicron, here are five things we learned from the latest briefing by the Health Service Executive.
The Journal16 hours and 7 minutes ago
Coronavirus: 4,163 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The Department of Health confirmed the latest figures this evening.
Irish Independent16 hours and 8 minutes ago
Social inclusion of children with disabilities ‘key’ to wellbeing and care
The social inclusion of children with disabilities is key to maximising their wellbeing, care and future education, research has found.
The Journal16 hours and 26 minutes ago
The 5 at 5: Thursday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
RTÉ16 hours and 38 minutes ago
Broadband plan connections available in 13 counties by year's end
Peter Hendrick, the Chief Executive of National Broadband Ireland, has said high-speed fibre broadband will be available for connection in 13 counties before the end of the year.
Irish Independent16 hours and 41 minutes ago
Falling cases among people who have had boosters is ’cause for hope’ – HSE
Falling cases of Covid-19 among the elderly population who have had their third vaccine dose is a “cause for hope”, a HSE briefing has heard.
RTÉ16 hours and 50 minutes ago
Royal Dublin GC to welcome members from 'all genders'
Royal Dublin will cease to be the last remaining male-only golf club in Ireland after members voted to accept new members from "all genders".
RTÉ16 hours and 52 minutes ago
Higher tax take sees deficit dipping below €5 billion
The deficit in the public finances narrowed to €4.9 billion in November, according to the latest Exchequer figures published this afternoon.
The Journal16 hours and 55 minutes ago
Recall notice issued on Boots food supplements due to contaminated products
Ethylene oxide is not permitted for use in foods sold in the European Union.
Irish Independent16 hours and 58 minutes ago
Taoiseach: Fianna Fail within legal framework to declare itself a ‘charity’
The Taoiseach has said his party Fianna Fail was working within the legal framework when it declared itself a “charity” to hold a fundraising raffle.
The Journal17 hours and 6 minutes ago
Huge boost for Munster as squad registration extended for Champions Cup
EPCR has stressed its intention for the pool stages to go ahead as scheduled.
The Journal17 hours and 19 minutes ago
'We've had 3,400 cancellations in 3 weeks': Restaurants say Christmas trade has been 'decimated'
Businesses have called for cuts to the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme to be reversed amid mass cancellations over Covid fears.
The Journal17 hours and 20 minutes ago
Christmas party numbers should not be limited, says Johnson
Business minister George Freeman had suggested festive gatherings could depend on how many are attending
The Journal17 hours and 46 minutes ago
National Lottery reveals list of third place winners as jackpot rolls over... again
A total of 209 people have benefited from the boosted prize funds, to a total of almost €16 million.
RTÉ18 hours and 27 minutes ago
De Gascun 'hopeful' schools will reopen next term
A leading member of the National Public Health Emergency Team has said he is "hopeful" that schools will reopen after Christmas.
Irish Independent19 hours ago
Sinn Fein attacks ‘paltry’ Government housing targets
Sinn Fein has attacked the Government’s record on housing, warning that it is presiding over a housing system set to remain unaffordable.
Irish Independent19 hours and 11 minutes ago
Covid challenges in the weeks ahead, Taoiseach says
There are “challenges” in the coming weeks, as efforts to reduce the number of Covid case numbers step up, the Taoiseach has said.
Irish Independent20 hours and 4 minutes ago
Struggling firms will get decision soon on financial support, Varadkar says
A decision on financial support for the hospitality sector and other businesses will be made in the coming days, Leo Varadkar has said.
District Magazine20 hours and 53 minutes ago
Irish wine start-up to bring “cost price” wine to subscribers.
European winemakers back €1.2m Irish wine start-up subscription service, WineSpark. The subscription has already signed up more than 1,000 subscribers. Each subscriber pays €10 per month for access to WineSpark. the Irish eine start-up sells hard-to-find quality wines at “cost price” to its members. WineSpark is essentially a digital wine-buying club. It aims to secure […] The post Irish wine start-up to bring “cost price” wine to subscribers. appeared first on District Magazine.
Irish Independent21 hours and 49 minutes ago
Nphet meets to discuss Covid-19 situation
The latest Covid-19 situation facing Ireland will be discussed when the National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet) meets on Thursday.
District Magazine22 hours and 17 minutes ago
An Post close the gender pay gap
An Post has become the first major company in the State to report a zero gender pay gap. The organisation eliminated the difference between male and female average hourly rates of pay in 2 years. It now has a negative average gender pay gap of 0.16 %. Effectively a 0% gap.The pay gap is the […] The post An Post close the gender pay gap appeared first on District Magazine.
RTÉ1 day and 38 minutes ago
Dáil passes mandatory hotel quarantine legislation
The Health Amendment Bill - which includes a return of Mandatory Hotel Quarantine - has passed all stages in the Dáil tonight.
Irish Independent1 day and 46 minutes ago
Woman dies and three injured in road crash
A woman has died and three others have been seriously injured in a road collision in Co Kilkenny.
RTÉ1 day, 2 hours, and 49 minutes ago
NPHET examines hospitality curbs, household visit limit
The National Public Health Emergency Team is believed to be considering a range of curbs on the hospitality sector tonight, with the aim of reducing transmission of Covid-19.
Irish Independent1 day, 12 hours, and 35 minutes ago
Varadkar ‘sceptical’ new Covid-19 restrictions are warranted
Tanaiste Leo Varadkar has said he is “sceptical” that new Covid-19 restrictions are warranted at this time.
District Magazine1 day, 15 hours, and 36 minutes ago
Dublin is Dying issue statement on Cobblestone victory
Dublin City Council refused Marron Estates LTD permission to alter The Cobblestone. This produced an atypical weather-front of news stories about Dublin’s cultural battlefield. The public won this skirmish in an ongoing series of battles against the commodification of Irish culture.This decision from DCC is only the start of plans for the protection of the […] The post Dublin is Dying issue statement on Cobblestone victory appeared first on District Magazine.
Irish Independent1 day, 17 hours, and 9 minutes ago
Abuse forcing referees out of sport, committee told
Two-thirds of referees leave within two years due to the scale of abuse, the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has said.
District Magazine1 day, 17 hours, and 46 minutes ago
Heinz and Terry’s launch new chocolate orange mayonnaise
In what’s bound to be a polarising festive mash-up Heinz and Terry’s have teamed up to bring the world a chocolate orange mayonnaise. It is a blend of mayonnaise and chocolate orange segments, creme patissiere with an extra dose of orange oil. This cocktail of Christmas necessities is a radical shift from how we view either of […] The post Heinz and Terry’s launch new chocolate orange mayonnaise appeared first on District Magazine.
Irish Independent1 day, 18 hours, and 1 minute ago
Taoiseach ‘not entirely comfortable’ with children wearing masks in school
The Taoiseach has said the requirement that primary school children wear masks is not a rule he is “entirely 100% comfortable with”.
Irish Independent1 day, 18 hours, and 41 minutes ago
Government urged to scrap sliding-scale plan for mica redress scheme
The average homeowner in Donegal will be forced to find 65,000 euros to make up for shortfalls in the Government’s mica redress scheme, it has been claimed.
Irish Independent1 day, 19 hours, and 46 minutes ago
Plans afoot to ‘silence’ community drugs organisations, says campaigner
Community drugs organisations say there are attempts to “silence” the sector following plans to remove community representatives from the National Drugs Strategy (NDS).
District Magazine1 day, 22 hours, and 57 minutes ago
HSE launches ‘if you go, go slow’ drug awareness campaign
Due to concerns around increased club drug use in Ireland, the HSE has launched a new campaign to inform the general public on drug tolerance and safe drug use. After over a year of restrictions, it is an exciting time for people as nightlife reopens, albeit until midnight due to current restrictions. Not everyone […] The post HSE launches ‘if you go, go slow’ drug awareness campaign appeared first on District Magazine.
District Magazine1 day, 23 hours, and 26 minutes ago
FRANK ZING are feeling nostalgic for warmer days in ‘Summer Lovers’
The duo are back with a sun-kissed video. Way back in August, FRANK ZING introduced themselves with ‘Summer Lovers’ and now they’ve returned before the year is out with considered visuals for their debut track. Filmed in Berlin where the duo spent their summer, it comes after they immersed themselves in the creative cultural and […] The post FRANK ZING are feeling nostalgic for warmer days in ‘Summer Lovers’ appeared first on District Magazine.
District Magazine2 days, 17 hours, and 12 minutes ago
New Voices: UNQ, DeCarteret, Cable Boy & George Feely
This Saturday, we’re throwing a free party as a thank you to all the frontline workers for their commitment in the past two years and today we’re revealing one final special guest. Way back in April 2020 we said that when clubs reopened we’d throw a big old shindig especially for you. It’s taken 19 […] The post New Voices: UNQ, DeCarteret, Cable Boy & George Feely appeared first on District Magazine.
District Magazine2 days, 18 hours, and 7 minutes ago
Irish Gig of the Week: Little Simz
Jack Daniel’s and District share an authentic love for music culture and we thought who better to team up with to see out the year and celebrate the return of live music. Every week, we’re handpicking the must attend show in the capital, ranging from underground rappers in dimly lit rooms to rising stars on […] The post Irish Gig of the Week: Little Simz appeared first on District Magazine.
District Magazine3 days, 16 hours, and 17 minutes ago
Redbreast whiskey sells for more than €26k
Probably the oldest Redbreast in existence sold at Auction last night for €26,500 on an Irish whiskey auction website. Redbreast is a brand of single pot still Irish Whiskey. Currently produced by Irish Distillers it was originally bottled by Gilbey’s, a Dublin spirits merchant. In the 1980s, the brand was purchased by Irish Distillers. It is the biggest selling single […] The post Redbreast whiskey sells for more than €26k appeared first on District Magazine.
District Magazine3 days, 19 hours, and 57 minutes ago
Grá launch new Christmas Chocolates
Independent Irish owned and made chocolate company Grá have launched their new Christmas chocolates If you’ve never had Grá chocolates they are something else. Butlers who? Cadbury wha’? You’d swear you’re tasting a completely new sweet. Their signature artistry makes these Christmas chocolates delectable. The ethos behind them is sound too. They use ethically sourced […] The post Grá launch new Christmas Chocolates appeared first on District Magazine.
The Journal51 years, 11 months, 4 days, 9 hours, and 19 minutes ago
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Luxury meets industry at this €750k Kinsale renovation that’s far from run of the mill