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Foot-and-mouth 20 years on: ‘We were told we were doing it to save the country’

Foot-and-mouth 20 years on: ‘We were told we were doing it to save the country’

Fears over spread of disease saw lockdown imposed and tens of thousands of livestock slaughtered

Mon Mar 22 2021 - 01:00
Arctic walrus spotted in Kerry reappears in Wales

Arctic walrus spotted in Kerry reappears in Wales

Animal believed to have fallen asleep on a sheet of ice reaches a new destination

Sat Mar 20 2021 - 23:07
Covid-19: nine deaths and 525 new cases confirmed in the State

Covid-19: nine deaths and 525 new cases confirmed in the State

HSE says it aims to vaccinate people affected by AstraZeneca pause within two weeks

Sat Mar 20 2021 - 20:58
RTÉ set for industrial relations tribunal if pay cut proposal fails, says Forbes

RTÉ set for industrial relations tribunal if pay cut proposal fails, says Forbes

Employees are balloting on two-year wage cuts as part of broadcaster’s cost-saving plan

Sat Mar 20 2021 - 15:28
Pope says new status for Knock shrine brings ‘great responsibility’

Pope says new status for Knock shrine brings ‘great responsibility’

Shrine has been formally elevated from a national to an international sanctuary

Fri Mar 19 2021 - 20:44
New research examines impact of noise pollution on Irish marine life

New research examines impact of noise pollution on Irish marine life

Ocean noise levels estimated to be 10 times higher than they were a few decades ago

Fri Mar 19 2021 - 13:24
Irish researchers prove Mars ‘spider patterns’ formed by dry ice turning to gas

Irish researchers prove Mars ‘spider patterns’ formed by dry ice turning to gas

TCD scientists re-create planet’s atmosphere in lab to prove hypothesis

Fri Mar 19 2021 - 10:13
Archbishop queries church restrictions as people ‘wade through aisles for milk’

Archbishop queries church restrictions as people ‘wade through aisles for milk’

Religious worship generally has a ‘clear human priority’ over other activities

Thu Mar 18 2021 - 09:32
Sinéad O’Connor’s colourful seafront home in Bray for sale for nearly €1m

Sinéad O’Connor’s colourful seafront home in Bray for sale for nearly €1m

Montebello faces the promenade and is on the market seeking €950,000

Thu Mar 18 2021 - 06:00
Redeployment of therapists away from special schools ‘unjust and unfair’, principals say

Redeployment of therapists away from special schools ‘unjust and unfair’, principals say

School leaders warn removal of specialists from schools will negatively affect children

Thu Mar 18 2021 - 00:21
EU plan for travel passes for vaccinated citizens is welcomed by tourism industry

EU plan for travel passes for vaccinated citizens is welcomed by tourism industry

Proposed certificates would allow for easier travel within bloc for some by summer

Wed Mar 17 2021 - 18:09
Coronavirus: 17 more deaths and 557 further cases in the State

Coronavirus: 17 more deaths and 557 further cases in the State

Pause of AstraZeneca rollout shows checks are working, says Scally

Wed Mar 17 2021 - 18:03
‘Fraying’ compliance with Covid-19 restrictions evident in traffic data

‘Fraying’ compliance with Covid-19 restrictions evident in traffic data

Policing Authority points to ‘erosion of goodwill’ between gardaí and public

Wed Mar 17 2021 - 14:35
Boy (15) hospitalised following assault in Dublin

Boy (15) hospitalised following assault in Dublin

The teenager was reportedly assaulted by group of youths in Inchicore on Sunday

Mon Mar 15 2021 - 13:34
Mayo teenager who died following single-vehicle crash named

Mayo teenager who died following single-vehicle crash named

Tributes paid to David McHale, fifth-year student at Rice College in Westport

Mon Mar 15 2021 - 09:58
Call for ‘urgent action’ as number on hospital waiting lists rises to 877,000

Call for ‘urgent action’ as number on hospital waiting lists rises to 877,000

More than one-third rise in outpatients awaiting general surgery since last February

Fri Mar 12 2021 - 21:18
Men more affected by Covid-19 employment loss, report finds

Men more affected by Covid-19 employment loss, report finds

Women more likely to work in essential roles in healthcare and retail during pandemic

Thu Mar 11 2021 - 15:54
Homeschooling puts strain on parent-child relationship, survey finds

Homeschooling puts strain on parent-child relationship, survey finds

Three quarters of parents said they were stressed trying to balance demands

Wed Mar 10 2021 - 07:00
Misconception that Fine Gael is a conservative party, says Varadkar

Misconception that Fine Gael is a conservative party, says Varadkar

The Tánaiste said the party is socially liberal, but this has not always been the case

Tue Mar 09 2021 - 21:57
Number on Pandemic Unemployment Payment falls by 4,000

Number on Pandemic Unemployment Payment falls by 4,000

Almost 3,000 receiving illness benefit due to workers with Covid-19 or in self-isolation

Mon Mar 08 2021 - 20:56
Land agency Bill would ‘undermine local democracy’, councillors say

Land agency Bill would ‘undermine local democracy’, councillors say

Government urged to halt Bill as council organises campaign of opposition

Mon Mar 08 2021 - 20:55
Early-learning providers ‘confident’ return to classrooms will be a success

Early-learning providers ‘confident’ return to classrooms will be a success

Pre-schools to reopen for children registered with the State’s Early Childhood Care and Education scheme

Mon Mar 08 2021 - 01:00
Dogs Trust receive 172 requests from owners looking to get rid of pet after Christmas

Dogs Trust receive 172 requests from owners looking to get rid of pet after Christmas

People most commonly said they were unable to manage their dog’s behaviour

Mon Mar 08 2021 - 00:02
Coronavirus: 525 new cases and three further deaths as 19,228 more vaccines given

Coronavirus: 525 new cases and three further deaths as 19,228 more vaccines given

HSE to begin vaccination of people between ages 16 and 69 with serious illnesses

Sun Mar 07 2021 - 18:27
Adam King’s virtual hug cards raise €250,000 for children’s charities

Adam King’s virtual hug cards raise €250,000 for children’s charities

Hand-drawn heart held by Adam (6) on Late Late Toy Show made into Valentine’s Day cards

Sun Mar 07 2021 - 16:03
‘Crucially important’ more expert women are heard in media, event hears

‘Crucially important’ more expert women are heard in media, event hears

Professionals asked to participate publicly should ‘step up to address the challenge’

Fri Mar 05 2021 - 20:47
Covid-19: Nine deaths and 522 cases reported as Taoiseach calls March vaccine target ‘challenging’

Covid-19: Nine deaths and 522 cases reported as Taoiseach calls March vaccine target ‘challenging’

Dr Ronan Glynn says positive effect of jabs being seen with health worker infections falling

Fri Mar 05 2021 - 19:20
Unified approach to outdoor dining needed, says Restaurant Association

Unified approach to outdoor dining needed, says Restaurant Association

Vintners Federation would not be in favour of a return of the €9 substantial meal rule

Fri Mar 05 2021 - 15:15
New assessment for children with disabilities not a ‘box-ticking exercise’, HSE official says

New assessment for children with disabilities not a ‘box-ticking exercise’, HSE official says

New procedures aim to ensure more children are assessed in a timely manner, committee told

Tue Mar 02 2021 - 20:56
Three firearms and drugs worth €115,000 seized in west Dublin

Three firearms and drugs worth €115,000 seized in west Dublin

Suspected cocaine, heroin and tablets, were discovered inside two vehicles in Clondalkin

Mon Mar 01 2021 - 23:24
Online abuse an ‘increasing barrier’ to women in politics

Online abuse an ‘increasing barrier’ to women in politics

New research has found political parties play a key role in enabling gender balance

Mon Mar 01 2021 - 20:54
Government urged to restate commitment to Traveller inclusion

Government urged to restate commitment to Traveller inclusion

Representative groups say changes have been hard-won as new funding announced

Mon Mar 01 2021 - 07:00
National Thank You Day: Young neighbour’s generosity goes down a treat

National Thank You Day: Young neighbour’s generosity goes down a treat

The day of thanks was organised as a ‘moment of national reflection’

Sun Feb 28 2021 - 17:59
Covid-19: New variant not likely to impact level of transmission in schools, Nolan says

Covid-19: New variant not likely to impact level of transmission in schools, Nolan says

Nphet member asserts State is in ‘vulnerable period’ but progress is being made

Sun Feb 28 2021 - 16:14
Two arrested as part of Sixmilebridge shooting investigation

Two arrested as part of Sixmilebridge shooting investigation

Gardaí detain two men aged in their 20s over shooting that left two wounded in 2020

Sun Feb 28 2021 - 13:51
Locals rally to help after GP’s surgery destroyed in fire ahead of vaccine arrival

Locals rally to help after GP’s surgery destroyed in fire ahead of vaccine arrival

Covid-19: Donation of a medical fridge a ‘lifesaver’ allowing patients to be vaccinated this weekend

Fri Feb 26 2021 - 01:00
Sister act: Enclosed order of nuns in Dublin takes on Jerusalema challenge

Sister act: Enclosed order of nuns in Dublin takes on Jerusalema challenge

Sisters are shocked by ‘huge response’ to their video after it was posted on social media

Tue Feb 23 2021 - 20:56
Wind warning issued for entire country with rain alert for many parts

Wind warning issued for entire country with rain alert for many parts

Met Éireann issues weather warnings for 24-hour period ahead of wind and rain

Mon Feb 22 2021 - 20:55
Extending late trading hours will benefit pubs and clubs, association says

Extending late trading hours will benefit pubs and clubs, association says

This will not benefit rural pubs in ‘any way, shape or form’, according to Mayo publican

Mon Feb 22 2021 - 12:32
‘I think the dogs on the street knew this guy wasn’t quite right’

‘I think the dogs on the street knew this guy wasn’t quite right’

Past pupils of Terenure College recall ‘manipulative’ teacher John McClean

Thu Feb 18 2021 - 22:25
Covid-19: Wedding entertainers ‘falling through the cracks’

Covid-19: Wedding entertainers ‘falling through the cracks’

Wedding Band Association estimates members have lost €11m during pandemic

Thu Feb 18 2021 - 06:00
UN to raise developments in Princess Latifa case with UAE

UN to raise developments in Princess Latifa case with UAE

Mary Robinson says she was ‘misled’ during lunch with Al Maktoum family in 2018

Wed Feb 17 2021 - 13:47
Long-awaited White Paper on ending direct provision to be published next week

Long-awaited White Paper on ending direct provision to be published next week

New living system for asylum seekers to foster integration, Roderic O’Gorman says

Tue Feb 16 2021 - 19:46
Mary Robinson says she was ‘misled’ in Princess Latifa case

Mary Robinson says she was ‘misled’ in Princess Latifa case

Former president tells BBC she was ‘horribly tricked’ by release of photos of family meeting

Tue Feb 16 2021 - 16:18
Some Coillte forests see visitor numbers triple during pandemic

Some Coillte forests see visitor numbers triple during pandemic

Some 2.2 million visited Coillte’s top 50 forests between March and December 2020

Tue Feb 16 2021 - 00:01
A love for the ages: ‘She was beautiful and she thought I was gorgeous’

A love for the ages: ‘She was beautiful and she thought I was gorgeous’

Residents of a Dún Laoghaire nursing home share their memories of St Valentine’s Day

Sun Feb 14 2021 - 21:40
Covid-19 outbreaks declared among third-level students in Galway

Covid-19 outbreaks declared among third-level students in Galway

Total of 138 cases confirmed in county on Friday, a spike from previous five days

Sun Feb 14 2021 - 14:05
Snow and ice warnings in place for most counties over next 48 hours

Snow and ice warnings in place for most counties over next 48 hours

Up to 5cm of snow expected on Thursday in certain areas

Wed Feb 10 2021 - 19:10
Government approves four nominees to the Policing Authority

Government approves four nominees to the Policing Authority

Statutory body oversees performance of An Garda Síochána

Tue Feb 09 2021 - 21:27
Traffic: Year-on-year volumes down over 50% last month

Traffic: Year-on-year volumes down over 50% last month

Road users urged to be vigilant, as car journeys up on previous Level 5 lockdowns

Tue Feb 09 2021 - 18:04
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