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Sinn Féin strategist: We’re nowhere near ready to go into government
One of the party’s senior economic advisors says there is an “urgent need” for Sinn Féin map out the detail of its vision for the country.
Opinion: Proposed trangender laws are good news for lawyers – not couples
Ireland proposes making trans people in existing marriages divorce as a pre-condition for recognition in their new gender.
What is CrossFit and is it worth the money?
The latest exercise craze is pricey but gets results. Here’s what it entails.
‘Miracle’ Gaza baby born to dead mother is said to have died
The hospital has not confirmed the baby’s death,
Post mortem to be carried out on man found shot dead in Meath
The man was known to gardaà and was a suspect in the murder of Real IRA boss Alan Ryan.
Here’s why Alan Shatter’s legal challenge could cause the government more problems
Analysis: He hasn’t gone away you know…
Fancy a cuppa? Dublin council are opening tearooms in a park near you
Tea rooms are opening in Harold’s Cross Park, St Patrick’s Park and in Herbert Park.
Seanad called on to have ‘meaningful’ impact with its Gaza debate today
The senators will also debate the crisis in Ukraine – although some members of the Seanad are on holidays.
President Higgins to attend WWI commemorations in Belgium
The president will travel to Belgium for World War One commemoration ceremonies in Liege and Mons in Belgium on Sunday.
Medical workers in scrubs to protest at ‘die-in’ Gaza protest in Dublin
The medical workers want the Irish Government to condemn attacks on medical workers, hospitals and ambulances in Gaza.
Students could save almost €4k if they stay at home with mum and dad
The DIT Cost of Living Guide says student living costs are over €8,000.
Parents say full time consultant needed at Limerick hospital for children with diabetes
The locum full time consultant post at the University Hospital Limerick is being replaced with a half time position.
Have you seen the mural about the Gaza conflict painted on the Falls Road?
The artwork calls for the “immediate expulsion of all Israeli diplomats from Éire”.
Yesterday’s News
Here’s What Happened Today: Wednesday
Everyone’s talking about the body found in Co Meath, Gaza strikes, and the bulging Moon.
Investigation launched after man’s body found in Co Meath
The man’s remains were discovered in Ballymaccan this evening.
You can now find a plug-in point for your electric car “every 60km”
What do you mean you don’t have an electric car? Get with the programme.
UNRWA spokesperson breaks down during TV interview on Palestinians’ rights
Chris Gunness was overcome as he spoke about conditions for Palestinians in Gaza.
7 things every Irish bride has to deal with
Going to a wedding in Ireland? Here’s what the bride can expect to have on her plate…
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Airport denies reports of emergency on Ryanair flight from Cork
Local media reported an emergency in connection with this evening’s flight to East Midlands Airport.
Eating more than five-a-day may be a complete and utter waste of time
That’s according to a major new study… So put the banana down.
15 people expose the horrors they’ve seen at the urinal
There are RULES people!
Clare crowned Munster U21 hurling champions with 15-point win over Cork
Tony Kelly captained the side that ran out 1-28 to 1-13 winners tonight in Ennis.
Driverless cars on UK roads next January, but no plans yet for trials in Ireland
The RSA says Ireland is keeping an eye on international progress.
Opinion: Here I go again, back to Riyadh. My life has changed so much in just ten years…
Back in 2004, my wife and I were anticipating the arrival of our second son and I had just set up my own business. Then the financial meltdown hit.
We’ll Leave it There So: Medal joy for Rob Heffernan, Clare hurling glory and all today’s sport
There was also further success for Team NI at the Commonwealth Games.
Strike on Gaza market during ‘partial ceasefire’ kills 17
Hamas earlier denounced the four-hour lull announced by Israel as a publicity stunt, saying it had “no value”.
Pictures: Animal rights protesters think Simon Coveney has ‘blood on his hands’
The ARAN animal rights group says the Minister is doing nothing to protect “the most vulnerable in society, the animals”.
Last crew member of atomic bomb plane Enola Gay dies aged 93
“I personally think there shouldn’t be any atomic bombs in the world — I’d like to see them all abolished.”
Woman charged over attempt to identify people under PSNI witness protection
The 32-year-old woman worked for the Northern Ireland Housing Executive.
The EU has unveiled a new logo that shows which devices follow its privacy laws
The growing use of RFID chips in devices has caused the European Commission to put together regulations for them, ensuring no legal ‘grey zone’ emerges from their use.
10-year-old girl ‘strapped with explosives’ arrested in Nigeria
Meanwhile, Nigerian authorities say a suicide bomber killed six people in Kano city today.
Irish WWE fighter could be playing Darth Vader in new Star Wars film
Meanwhile there are new pictures from Skellig Michael.
82-year-old Tom Kennedy missing from Dublin
His family are particularly concerned, as he has had health problems recently.
Truck crashes into Dingle shop
No serious injuries reported after truck crashes through shopfront and damages cars along Green Street.
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…
Family of missing Irishman Vincent Walsh confirm sighting in France
The hiker’s family say they have left a message for him to contact them at the next hostel on his route.
Non-EU citizens register much higher unemployment rate across the EU than locals
Eurostat figures also show that EU citizens living in other EU states had a higher employment level last year than people from that state.
Ireland’s Rob Heffernan set to receive bronze medal for 2010 Euros
The star said on Twitter today that he has been told “unofficially” that he was set to receive the accolade.
Does any of this jewellery belong to you? Gardaà found it in a raid
Including a pendant with family photos that really should go back to its owner.
Your items and appliances may be getting smarter, but they’re far from safe
A report from HP found that the majority of smart items, or ‘Internet of Things’ enabled devices, have “an alarmingly high average number of vulnerabilities per device.”
How has Alan Shatter gone from Department of Justice to High Court?
We knew he was not on board with the Guerin Report findings. Now we know just how far he intends to go with it.
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Poll: How old is too old to still live with your parents?
RESEARCH PUBLISHED TODAY warned that rising rents could force young people to remain living with their parents for longer.
When the property crash brought lower rents, more people moved to their own places and did it at a younger age but now that trend is reversing. In some countries, young people are given grants to encourage them to fly the nest but rising rents in Ireland and high youth unemployment can somewhat limit the options for people.
We want to know what you think: How old is too old to still live with your parents?
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Opinion: Proposed trangender laws are good news for lawyers – not couples
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Opinion: A loved one’s death is devastating, but you must allow yourself to rebuild your life
By Kathleen Maloney
After losing my husband, I promised myself I would be open to new things and accept my new life.
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