My News
Personalise your news feed by choosing your favourite topics of interest
Today’s News
'Of course it's a setback but if it's not safe, it's not safe': 100,000 turned away as Ali knocks out Ploughing
The National Ploughing Championships is set to reopen today.
Yesterday’s News
Man to appear in court over fatal stabbing of woman
A 31-year-old woman was stabbed to death in Dundalk yesterday.
Man killed wife and daughter with yoga ball filled with carbon monoxide
The professor was accused of hatching the murder plot because he was having an affair with a student.
Denuclearisation: US ready to begin negotiating with North Korea 'immediately'
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has invited his North Korean counterpart to meet in New York next week.
Former Garda Commissioner wants to bring defamation action against newspaper
Noirin O’Sullivan claims she was defamed by the Cork-based Irish Examiner newspaper.
Where's the best place to buy in Galway right now? Get exclusive tips from the experts at our live event
Stay one step ahead with the Home Series Event on September 26 in Galway city centre.
SPONSORED 
JCB prevents roof blowing off building in Galway
Gusts of up to 147km/h battered parts of the country today.
French court dismisses appeal by magazine over topless photos of Duchess of Cambridge
A court had found Closer magazine guilty of invading the privacy of Prince William’s wife Kate.
WATCH: We took our readers on a preview Culture Night bus tour
Culture Night is happening this Friday 21 September and will see many venues around Ireland open their doors to the public.
HPV test won't be rolled out until next year
The test was previously expected to be introduced this autumn.
Trump says it's 'hard to imagine' Supreme Court nominee assaulted woman
Republicans have set a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for Monday that is supposed to feature Brett Kavanaugh and his accuser.
8 brilliant ways to protect yourself against the flu this winter
It’s not just about taking vitamins, says one pharmacist.
SPONSORED 
Independent TDs and senators fail to agree on presidential candidate
The group had a “robust debate” this evening.
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Ploughing Championships cancelled, thousands without electricity and woman dies as caravan blown off cliff – it’s your evening fix.
'‘Have you seen her legs?’ and other stories from Fat Land': An award-winning short story before bedtime
The story, by Claire Mulligan, won third prize at this year’s RTÉ Radio 1 Short Story Competition in honour of Francis McManus.
Crunch time: Britain and EU clash over who should make next Brexit move
EU Council President Donald Tusk opened a crucial summit in the Austrian city earlier today.
Ireland to join potential bid to co-host 2030 World Cup
The FAI are open to linking up with the English, Northern Irish, Welsh and Scottish associations after ‘positive discussions’.
67,000 ESB customers still without power as Storm Ali causes havoc
People have been warned to stay away from fallen power lines.
Gusts of up to 147km/h recorded during Storm Ali
The highest gust recorded during Storm Ophelia last year was 155.6km/h.
'Your 30s are a tricky time for women. The biological and social pressures to conform are immense'
Actor and playwright Christiane O’Mahony wonders if seahorses have the right idea about how to live.
Heading out for Culture Night? Here's what's on in the South
Have you planned what you are doing this Culture Night? Here’s our guide to activities in the South.
Traffic disruptions continue into the evening as a result of Storm Ali
Work crews have been attempting throughout the day to clear roads and rail lines across the country.
Mandatory security requirements introduced to protect companies against cyber attacks
The requirements will apply to service providers in sectors such as digital communications, transport, drinking water supply and healthcare.
As It Happened: Young Boys v Manchester United, Champions League
Jose Mourinho’s side got their European campaign up and running in Switzerland.
Bus services disrupted and road closures in Tallaght after gardaí respond to 'barricade incident'
Gardaí confirmed the situation has now been resolved.
As it happened: Two killed and second day of National Ploughing Championships cancelled following Storm Ali
We charted everything as it happened during the first storm of the 18/19 season.
Man dies after being hit by falling tree in Northern Ireland
Another man in his 40s has been taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries.
Tánaiste says State infrastructure was prepared for Storm Ali - but the public weren't
Coveney said people do not “sit up and notice” weather notices unless there is a status red warning in place.
'It must come to an end now' - Leahy wants to draw line under Mayo Ladies football saga
The Mayo manager says this will be his final comment on the matter.
Encrypted devices seized as gardaí carry out seven raids in Dublin city
A man was arrested and released without charge in relation to the seizure.
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Extra day of National Ploughing Championships to take place following cancellation of today's events
It follows a decision this morning to call off today’s events due to damage at the site.
Coveney criticises reports that EU could ask Ireland for tax reform to secure support on border issue
An anonymous EU official was quoted as saying that “solidarity doesn’t come for free” in relation to the Irish border issue.
TDs considering change of plan for proposed three-day wait period for abortions
Dr Peter Boylan told an Oireachtas Committee that there is ‘no evidence’ for the wait time.
'Compliments and commendations don't put meals on tables': Defence Forces families march on Leinster House
The government insists work is under way to address pay and conditions of Defence Forces personnel.
To reach EU targets Ireland needs to increase its plastic recycling by 80%
According to Repak, Ireland’s plastic recycling must increase to 175,000 tonnes by 2030 to reach new EU targets.
'Like an earthquake hit': Heavy traffic out of Screggan as Ploughing cancelled due to weather
Tents, portable toilets and signage have been blown over and the event is off for the day.
RTÉ Radio 1 back on air in Dublin after transmission knocked out by Storm Ali
The station is back on air at 88.5FM this afternoon.
Woman found dead after caravan blown off Galway cliff was a Swiss national
President Michael D Higgins gave his condolences to the woman’s family.
Dublin Zoo closed and people urged not to walk in Phoenix Park
Most routes through the park have also been closed to traffic.
Some welfare offices closed and An Post services disrupted due to Storm Ali
The Department of Social Protection is advising people to get in touch with their offices tomorrow to schedule an appointment.
'I think it’s the right thing to do' - GAA plans for a two-tier All-Ireland football championship
The final of the new competition would be a curtain-raiser to the All-Ireland decider.
Your say
View more polls
Poll: Should personal injury payouts be lowered?
SHOULD PERSONAL INJURY payouts be lowered, and if so, to what amount?
A report from the Personal Injuries Commission said that pay-out claims for whiplash here are 4.4 times higher here than in the UK.
The average claim for soft tissue injuries in Ireland is €19,862, which is far greater than Canada, Germany and Australia – it’s around £4,500 in the UK.
There’s talk of reducing the amount that’s paid out in personal injuries in Ireland as a result – so do you agree? Should the average amount paid out by the courts for personal injuries be lowered?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
'Your 30s are a tricky time for women. The biological and social pressures to conform are immense'
By Christiane O'Mahony
Actor and playwright Christiane O’Mahony wonders if seahorses have the right idea about how to live.
'Give our defence forces a living wage': Why I'm marching on the Dáil today
By Tom Clonan - @TomClonan
Dr Tom Clonan outlines his reasons for protesting at Leinster House today.
'Growing up, my gay pals and I were groped, harassed, screamed at and bothered at every second turn'
By Karen Cogan
Dublin Weather
Change location-
Thursday
Cloudy with occasional rain
Max: 12 °C
Min: 6 °C
-
Friday
Some sun with showers around; breezy
Max: 14 °C
Min: 6 °C
-
Saturday
Times of clouds and sun
Max: 13 °C
Min: 9 °C
Cloudy with occasional rain
Max: 12 °C
Min: 6 °C
Some sun with showers around; breezy
Max: 14 °C
Min: 6 °C
Times of clouds and sun
Max: 13 °C
Min: 9 °C
Most Popular
Most viewed articles in the past 24 hours
Most Commented
Most commented articles in the past 3 days
Download our app
Trending Opinions
Most Popular Today
|
1
|
Woman found dead after caravan blown off Galway cliff was a Swiss national |
|
2
|
'Like an earthquake hit': Heavy traffic out of Screggan as Ploughing cancelled due to weather |
|
3
|
As it happened: Two killed and second day of National Ploughing Championships cancelled following Storm Ali |
|
1
|
Following a three-year feud with Cork council, Starbucks has closed its Patrick Street store |
|
2
|
Tesco is launching budget brand Jack's to rival Aldi and Lidl - but it's not coming to Ireland |
|
3
|
Designer Orla Kiely shuttered her online and retail business after 'challenges' in the UK |
Trending Tags
