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'Like you’re running up an escalator that is going in the wrong direction': Peter McVerry says homelessness keeps getting worse Peter Mcverry Trust

'Like you’re running up an escalator that is going in the wrong direction': Peter McVerry says homelessness keeps getting worse

7 hours ago 10,256 Views 53 Comments

Peter McVerry Trust’s annual report shows that the charity supported close to 4,600 individuals across its services last year.

Mary Mitchell O'Connor: 'There is sexism and bullying in the Dáil' Gender Equality

Mary Mitchell O'Connor: 'There is sexism and bullying in the Dáil'

8 hours ago 13,743 Views 118 Comments

The junior minister was speaking after criticising “macho” culture in the Dáil.

Leo says he won't be stopping his ministers at the airport if they want to travel to North Korea Diplomatic Mission

Leo says he won't be stopping his ministers at the airport if they want to travel to North Korea

8 hours ago 9,264 Views 57 Comments

“I am not the keeper of any of my ministers,” said the Taoiseach today.

Catalan ex-leader freed by judge but told not to leave Belgium Rebellion

Catalan ex-leader freed by judge but told not to leave Belgium

9 hours ago 6,337 Views 16 Comments

Puigdemont and four former ministers had turned themselves into authorities to face a Spanish warrant for their arrest.

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'We need to see a dramatic change': Alan Kelly throws down gauntlet to Brendan Howlin Labour Pains

'We need to see a dramatic change': Alan Kelly throws down gauntlet to Brendan Howlin

11 hours ago 12,410 Views 57 Comments

It was put to Kelly that he was putting Labour leader Brendan Howlin “on notice” by calling for such rapid change.

Australian politicians will soon have to prove they are not citizens of another country No Way Mate

Australian politicians will soon have to prove they are not citizens of another country

12 hours ago 6,505 Views 20 Comments

Dual-citizens are banned from taking seats in parliament.

'I've had to tell more people in the last few months than in my entire life' - Man denied Public Services Card because he's adopted Singled Out

'I've had to tell more people in the last few months than in my entire life' - Man denied Public Services Card because he's adopted

21 hours ago 79,353 Views 103 Comments

“This shambolic process is now making me feel like a second class citizen – I’m being treated unequally because I’m adopted.”

Politics - Yesterday’s News

How Germany's public banking model could make Ireland's sector more customer-friendly Sparkasse

How Germany's public banking model could make Ireland's sector more customer-friendly

22 hours ago 19,874 Views 42 Comments

Sparkasse is the largest banking group – and therefore market leader – in Germany.

'You never know who would be after us': Security beefed up at Leinster House amid fear of threats Airport Screening

'You never know who would be after us': Security beefed up at Leinster House amid fear of threats

23 hours ago 25,040 Views 93 Comments

The Taoiseach has criticised security at Leinster House for being far less stringent as other national parliaments.

Trump says he's open to meeting Kim Jong-un North Korea

Trump says he's open to meeting Kim Jong-un

Sun 6:21 PM 12,516 Views 34 Comments

The US President’s latest comments are much more measured than his previous “fire and fury” remarks.

Theresa May's deputy denies that porn was found on his computer Office Raid

Theresa May's deputy denies that porn was found on his computer

Sun 5:48 PM 14,757 Views 54 Comments

Damian Green says the claim amounts to “unscrupulous character assassination”.

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Higher taxes and more bus lanes: How the Citizens' Assembly wants Ireland to tackle climate change Going Green

Higher taxes and more bus lanes: How the Citizens' Assembly wants Ireland to tackle climate change

Sun 4:36 PM 15,567 Views 117 Comments

The voting took place after two weekends of deliberation that focused on the energy, transport and agriculture sectors.

Scottish junior minister resigns over 'inappropriate behaviour' Mark McDonald

Scottish junior minister resigns over 'inappropriate behaviour'

Sun 10:09 AM 18,446 Views 44 Comments

Last week, the UK’s defence secretary resigned following accusations of inappropriate behaviour against two journalists.

The 9 at 9: Sunday 9 At 9

The 9 at 9: Sunday

Sun 8:55 AM 9,527 Views No Comments

Harassment allegations against UK politicians, Saudi Arabia corruption crackdown and Apple’s abandoned Athenry data centre.

Politics - Saturday 4 November, 2017

Taoiseach wouldn't want anything 'beastly' to happen Independent Alliance TDs if they go to North Korea Diplomatic Mission

Taoiseach wouldn't want anything 'beastly' to happen Independent Alliance TDs if they go to North Korea

Sat 1:33 PM 16,103 Views 119 Comments

Yesterday, Independent Alliance TD John Halligan said he would be prepared to initiate peace talks with Kim Jong-un.

Leo, Zuckerberg and Tim Cook: Varadkar's mission to woo US tech companies Leo Actually

Leo, Zuckerberg and Tim Cook: Varadkar's mission to woo US tech companies

Sat 8:00 AM 10,604 Views 64 Comments

Microsoft, Facebook and Apple – the Taoiseach made pitstop visits to them all this week.

The Mueller probe: Here's what's been happening this week in the Trump-Russia Investigation Explainer

The Mueller probe: Here's what's been happening this week in the Trump-Russia Investigation

Sat 6:15 AM 6,845 Views 46 Comments

It’s been an incredibly busy week – get up to speed here.

'If you post one out I'll cut it up and send it back': The PSC has people both enraged and deeply confused Misinformationfest

'If you post one out I'll cut it up and send it back': The PSC has people both enraged and deeply confused

Sat 6:05 AM 41,198 Views 113 Comments

Both the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection and the Road Safety Authority have walked into a blizzard of criticism over the expansion of the Public Services Card (PSC).

Politics - Friday 3 November, 2017

Peace and Neutrality Alliance welcomes John Halligan's request to go to North Korea to spark peace talks Kim John-un

Peace and Neutrality Alliance welcomes John Halligan's request to go to North Korea to spark peace talks

Fri 5:50 PM 36,873 Views 247 Comments

The Minister of State has said that the visit, if it’s approved, will not be a government one.

Jobseekers reminded they can take up Christmas work without losing entitlements Tis The Seasonal Work

Jobseekers reminded they can take up Christmas work without losing entitlements

Fri 1:19 PM 19,418 Views 77 Comments

Businesses are being urged to hire people on the Live Register.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar encourages victims of sexual harassment to come forward Me Too

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar encourages victims of sexual harassment to come forward

Fri 11:53 AM 8,765 Views 67 Comments

Varadkar also said that “due process” is important.

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'Cramped, grim courts are no place for children': Calls for improved family courts to be rolled out Child Welfare

'Cramped, grim courts are no place for children': Calls for improved family courts to be rolled out

Fri 6:15 AM 7,022 Views 15 Comments

The Law Society of Ireland says a 21st century approach to family law is needed.

Minister's warning: 'Tenure of individual bank directors' in firing line unless there's progress on trackers Bank Bosses

Minister's warning: 'Tenure of individual bank directors' in firing line unless there's progress on trackers

Fri 12:05 AM 10,790 Views 80 Comments

Paschal Donohoe says he’s prepared to use his influence as a shareholder if he’s not satisfied with how banks perform.

Politics - Thursday 2 November, 2017

35 US-born children adopted by Irish families International Agreement

35 US-born children adopted by Irish families

Thu 6:45 PM 25,133 Views 76 Comments

The adoptions have taken place in the last four years.

Catalonia crisis: Spanish judge jails eight ex-members of Catalan government In Exile

Catalonia crisis: Spanish judge jails eight ex-members of Catalan government

Thu 5:38 PM 17,308 Views 93 Comments

A European arrest warrant has also been issued for deposed Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont.

Rail union 'unsurprised' at Taoiseach's 'ignorant' claim that strikes won't affect pay deal Pay Dispute

Rail union 'unsurprised' at Taoiseach's 'ignorant' claim that strikes won't affect pay deal

Thu 2:27 PM 14,221 Views 87 Comments

The Taoiseach said that whatever deal is struck at the end of the dispute won’t be affected by the announced strike action.

Ireland's 'unfit' corporate watchdog is about to get a major overhaul Policy

Ireland's 'unfit' corporate watchdog is about to get a major overhaul

Thu 1:41 PM 8,882 Views 56 Comments

The ODCE was roundly criticised for its role in the collapse of the case against Sean FitzPatrick.

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The 9 at 9: Thursday 9 At 9

The 9 at 9: Thursday

Thu 7:51 AM 10,834 Views No Comments

Leo and Theresa talk about the North, white collar crime, and a new Lion King movie. Here’s your morning update.

Politics - Wednesday 1 November, 2017

New York City attacker charged with terrorism offences Manhattan

New York City attacker charged with terrorism offences

Wed 9:39 PM 22,039 Views No Comments

Eight people were killed in New York’s worst attack since 11 September 2001.

Direct rule or not, Northern Ireland's budget will be passed in Westminster Executive Decisions

Direct rule or not, Northern Ireland's budget will be passed in Westminster

Wed 2:32 PM 11,136 Views 132 Comments

It comes after the failure of the DUP and Sinn Féin to reach a deal.

The 9 at 9: Wednesday 9 At 9

The 9 at 9: Wednesday

Wed 8:54 AM 11,181 Views No Comments

New York terror suspect named, Irish Rail strikes and a busy Hallowe’en night in Dublin.

Politics - Tuesday 31 October, 2017

Catalan leader says he isn't in Belgium to claim asylum, but rather for 'safety purposes and freedom' Carles Puigdemont

Catalan leader says he isn't in Belgium to claim asylum, but rather for 'safety purposes and freedom'

Oct 31st 2017, 12:59 PM 18,760 Views 86 Comments

Facing charges of rebellion following his region’s vote for independence, Catalonia’s ousted leader Carles Puigdemont has turned up in Brussels

126 million Americans may have seen posts linked to Russian operation during US election Botsmasters

126 million Americans may have seen posts linked to Russian operation during US election

Oct 31st 2017, 7:04 AM 8,221 Views 19 Comments

Moscow has denied any attempt to manipulate the US election.

Politics - Monday 30 October, 2017

House of Commons speaker condemns 'disturbing' allegations of culture of sexual harassment at Westminster United Kingdom

House of Commons speaker condemns 'disturbing' allegations of culture of sexual harassment at Westminster

Oct 30th 2017, 7:41 PM 14,655 Views 43 Comments

Theresa May has ordered an investigation into the behaviour of one minister.

Trump's former campaign manager indicted while aide pleads guilty to lying on Russia links Trouble Ahead

Trump's former campaign manager indicted while aide pleads guilty to lying on Russia links

Oct 30th 2017, 6:15 PM 43,718 Views 278 Comments

The charges against Paul Manafort, Rick Gates and George Papadopoulos have been unsealed this afternoon.

Poll: Will your next car be an electric one? Electric Dreams This post contains a poll

Poll: Will your next car be an electric one?

Oct 30th 2017, 10:29 AM 28,459 Views 135 Comments

Is it time to finally go electric?

The Environment Minister took TheJournal.ie for a spin in his new e-car - and Michael Healy Rae might be next Driving Mr Naughten This post contains videos

The Environment Minister took TheJournal.ie for a spin in his new e-car - and Michael Healy Rae might be next

Oct 30th 2017, 6:30 AM 21,292 Views 75 Comments

The minister talks electric cars and why Michael Healy Rae is wrong to say they’re total rubbish.

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Guns, drunken melees, and pest infestations - living in emergency accommodation in Dublin is no joke Housing Crisis

Guns, drunken melees, and pest infestations - living in emergency accommodation in Dublin is no joke

Oct 30th 2017, 12:05 AM 17,252 Views 90 Comments

Three months’ worth of complaints to the Dublin Regional Homeless Executive suggest conditions in the capital’s emergency accommodation are fraught.

Politics - Sunday 29 October, 2017

Do banks ever get punished? Central Bank says Ireland does not have a zero tolerance approach BANKING CRISIS PART II

Do banks ever get punished? Central Bank says Ireland does not have a zero tolerance approach

Oct 29th 2017, 9:30 PM 25,373 Views 83 Comments

‘If you don’t want the banks to bother looking at the law, why do we have the law?’

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