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Case of BSE - or 'Mad Cow Disease' - confirmed in Scotland
BSE caused an agricultural crisis in the 1990s, but cases now are relatively rare.
Convicted rapist arrested after day-long armed stand-off at Dublin estate
The stand-off began at a house in Ronanstown after 9am yesterday morning.
Man sentenced to life in prison for ordering the murder of his ex-partner's billionaire mother
The prosecution argued Wojciech Janowski was anxious to get his hands on part of Helene Pastor’s fortune.
Hindu hardliners order 12-hour strike as they step up campaign to block women from Indian temple
The Lord Ayyappa temple at Sabarimala in the state of Kerala was meant to allow women from yesterday.
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The 9 at 9: Thursday
Here’s all the news you need to know this morning.
Irish backstop impasse haunts May as EU leaders nix November special Brexit summit
A final divorce arrangement looks likely to be pushed back to December now, leaving little time for countries to ratify the deal.
Poll: Do you prefer to use contactless payments?
New research has suggested that people making cash payments will be in a minority in the next half-decade.
'Rory is number one... the rest of us are probably fighting for that second spot'
Munster’s Niall Scannell has started his season in excellent form.
Eir announces 750 new jobs for Sligo, Limerick and Cork
The new roles will mainly be in customer services.
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US newspaper publishes 'last piece' by missing Saudi journalist
Jamal Khashoggi disappeared entering Saudi Arabia’s consulate in Istanbul on 2 October.
Dry weather and clear skies today ... but clouds and rain expected this weekend
Temperatures will range between 11 to 14 degrees today.
'Patient safety takes priority': Calls to make flu jab mandatory for frontline health workers
Anyone who refuses is recommended to wear a mask or be assigned elsewhere, according to a new report by the Royal College of Physicians.
Prosecution admits to new error in Weinstein case
The prosecution said a detective told one of Weinstein’s accusers to delete from her phone anything she wanted to keep private.
Opinion: 'Children need to learn the importance of exercise from their parents'
The most important message parents can give their children is that any form of activity is better than nothing at all, writes Dr Sarah Kelly.
'Unfair divide between haves and have-nots' as teacher shortage forcing some students to turn to grind schools
The National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals wants Minister for Education Joe McHugh to address the shortage of teachers.
The advance of cashless tech is not just about ease, it's also about millennials dispelling notions
Early adopters making trends seem cool encourages others to get on board.
'Disgraceful way to treat any human being': Families forced to dip into Christmas funds as delays in Illness Benefit continue
Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan said discussions are ongoing in relation to the rollout of the new software systems causing the delays.
Casey doubles down on anti-Traveller rhetoric in an otherwise unsurprising TV debate
We can expect Casey’s controversial stance to dominate coverage of the campaign again today.
Liadh Ní Riada says bullying 'was a problem' in Sinn Féin and was partly about age
The presidential hopeful says “a thick skin” is needed in politics.
Yesterday’s News
As it happened: Casey attacked over Traveller comments in first six-way TV debate
Pat Kenny moderated the six-way debate on Virgin Media One.
Player ratings: How did the presidential candidates fare in the Pat Kenny debate?
All six presidential candidates took part tonight. How did they get on?
Clashes as Hindu hardliners block women from Indian temple
Last month, India’s Supreme Court overturned a ban on females of menstruating age entering and praying at the hilltop temple in the southern state of Kerala.
Almost €600,000 worth of cocaine and heroin seized in Dublin
A woman in her 20′s is being detained in connection with the incident.
Traveller families plan silent demonstration at Peter Casey Thurles visit
The presidential candidate told the Six One News that “there’s far too much political correctness” in Ireland.
European weekend provides final audition for Schmidt's November squad
The Ireland head coach is due to name his squad next week.
Driver caught travelling 162km/h on M1 Donabate
If you’re caught speeding, you get a fixed charge fine of €80, together with 3 penalty points.
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Peter Casey, Brexit deadlock, and Jamal Khashoggi made headlines today.
Trump denies covering for Saudi Arabia over missing journalist
The US President said today that he should know what happened to Jamal Khashoggi, who has been missing since 2 October, “within days”.
'I do not need to be afraid': How Clonakilty GAA club is making life easier for its autistic members
The journey to becoming Ireland’s first autism friendly town has been a group effort.
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The Candidate: TheJournal.ie's presidential podcast talks to Liadh Ní Ríada
The Candidate brings TheJournal.ie readers closer to the presidential hopefuls, thanks to six in-depth interviews.
Donegal to snap up the man who came closest to taking down this Dublin team
Stephen Rochford is set for a return to the inter-county scene as Donegal coach under Declan Bonner.
'We're working very hard': Theresa May says they can solve Irish backstop issue
Ahead of today’s meeting, Theresa May and other European leaders gave their thoughts on how likely a Brexit deal was.
How I Spend My Money: A widower on €209 disability benefit per week and renting in Dublin's commuter belt
He is also delivering food to top-up his weekly income.
Maths Week: Your Wednesday puzzle
Go forth and multiply.
Court hears woman charged with attempted murder stood on road 'picking a victim'
Laura Kenna, of no fixed abode, has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
'A matter of urgency': Minister promises to take action on dangerous quad bike and scrambler use
Sinn Fein want to give gardaí the power to seize and detain quad bikes and scrambler motorcycles when being used unlawfully.
'People were incredibly uncomfortable in that room': USI cannot condone 'hazing' event at DCU
Students behind “inappropriate behaviour” at DCU’s A&F society event to undergo consent training.
Report due in three weeks on whether Naughten meetings undermined procurement process
The review follows the resignation of Denis Naughten as Communications Minister over his dinners with David McCourt.
'She’s more of a role model to me than I am to her. She's just incredible, everything she's going through'
Louise Quinn opened up about life as a role model and shared a truly touching story at the 20×20 launch.
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
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Poll: Do you prefer to use contactless payments?
A TIPPING POINT has been reached in terms of how Irish people spend their money, according to the lead author of a new report into cashless payments.
Martin Raymond of London-based strategy firm The Future Laboratory says Ireland’s tech scene and its population demographics will make cash payments a minority in the next half-decade.
He also said the advance of cashless tech is not just about how easy it is to use, it’s also about millenials dispelling notions.
So, today we’re asking you: Do you prefer to use contactless payments?
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