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Monday 18 October 2021
Dennis Hutchings was on trial for the attempted murder of John Pat Cunningham in 1974.
The man was discovered in the Magherafelt area of Derry.
It finished 1-1 at Tallaght Stadium.
Here’s your round-up of what made the headlines today.
The killing of the veteran parliamentarian at Belfairs Methodist Church in Leigh-on-Sea has led to fresh scrutiny over the security of MPs.
We bring you an interesting longread each evening to take your mind off the news.
The long-serving player confirmed his decision earlier today.
Fancy another mathematics challenge? (And get the answer to yesterday’s puzzle.)
The man was convicted of four counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.
Here are our picks of movies on TV this week.
The garda received a three-month prison sentence.
Vicky Barron said that it is clear that there are “serious flaws” in the guidance.
The trial is being held at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.
The Department of Health confirmed the latest figures this evening.
Lucas Hernandez was arrested four years ago for violating a court order.
NPHET is meeting this afternoon before giving its advice to Government on the easing of restrictions.
The man was convicted of defilement by a Central Criminal Court jury following a trial last May.
David Savage (29) pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court today.
The Republic of Ireland player spent the last months as a free agent following his departure from Burnley.
The figures were contained in the force’s annual report for 2020, which was published today.
Smithfield Utah is the second of six sculptures being created as part of Dublin City Council’s Sculpture Dublin initiative.
The former US Secretary of State’s family made a statement about it on social media.
Tutt drummed for Elvis Presley with the TCB Band from 1969 until 1977.
The EU said a ‘very intense period of discussions’ has begun but suggested they may not include the role of the European Court of Justice.
The Mayo manager has dismissed any speculation of unrest in the backroom team.
Three activists were restrained by police after holding a banner saying: ‘No genocide games’.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the vaccines have been sent to over 150 nations.
The world’s second-largest economy grew by a weaker-than-expected 4.9% in the three months to September.
The new computing platform will encompass augmented and virtual reality.
As we approach the COP26 summit we look at what role Ireland and the EU will play in the talks
They had failed to return to the remote community of Hermannsburg after a weekend away.
On World Menopause Day, Chartered Physiotherapist Aoife Ni Eochaidh says practice is key to fixing any pelvic issues.
Speaking on RTÉ’s Morning Ireland, the President described both poets as “two great figures” of Irish poetry.
Nphet meet today to discuss their advice for Government as the country prepares to reopen.
It is McIlroy’s 20th title on the PGA Tour.
It is the second shooting at the university but is not thought to be linked.
IT IS AN important day for the next phase of reopening as the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) will meet this afternoon.
The body will decide the advice it will give to Government ahead of the planned easing of restrictions on Friday.
Almost all remaining Covid-19 restrictions are due to be lifted on 22 October but a recent rise in cases numbers and hospitalisations has thrown the plan into doubt.
The cabinet will make its decision tomorrow.
Government has already indicated that the requirement to show a Digital Covid-19 Certificate in hospitality settings to prove you’ve been vaccinated is likely to be extended beyond Friday.
This morning we ask: Do you think the country should remove all Covid-19 restrictions this week?
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Our columnist says Biden is doing OK but has taken a major hit on the back of Afghanistan.
A little morning rain; mostly cloudy
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