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207 people killed and hundreds injured after explosions strike hotels and churches in Sri Lanka
The explosions struck as worshippers attended Easter services.
Opinion: A variety of non-Christian historical sources support the idea that Jesus rose from the dead
The eyewitnesses to the resurrection were willing to die for their faith – but who would die for a lie, writes Thomas Finegan.
Easter Rising commemorations underway at the General Post Office
Today marks the 103rd anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising.
LIVE: Everton v Man United, Premier League
Man United face Everton, as they look to enhance their top-four prospects.
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The perfect steak dinner: 5 top Irish chefs share their tips for a homemade feast
Warm spell to continue as Met Éireann confirms Saturday as hottest day of the year so far
Temperatures reached 22.9 degrees Celsius in Oak Park in Carlow yesterday.
39 year-old man arrested as PSNI attend number of security alerts in Derry
Police say a number of roads are closed to the public as they deal with the alerts.
These writings in Dublin might be the oldest surviving records of early Christian texts
Showing early forms of the Gospels, the texts are on display at the Chester Beatty Library until the end of April.
'There isn't an openly gay professional player in this country'
The Emerald Warriors will host the Union Cup in Dublin this summer.
Lock the door and activate the drone guard: The future of keeping your home safe
Sarah Harford looks at how technology could be set to upend our idea of a secure home.
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Poll: Are you going to a religious service today?
Today is a day when mass attendance is higher than usual.
Sitdown Sunday: How to change your life by doing... nothing
Settle back in a comfy chair and sit back with some of the week’s best longreads.
The 9 at 9: Easter Sunday
Here’s all the news you need to know this Easter Sunday morning.
The Irish For: Why do we remember things from TV and what does that mean for learning languages?
‘Thousands of Irish people know their rights if they’re arrested in America but not if they’re arrested in Ireland… and nobody would know what mitosis was if it wasn’t for Sabrina,’ writes Darach Ó Séaghdha.
Taoiseach has no plans to beef up security for ministers after protests at their homes
Leo Varadkar says he has not added any extra security after protests at his home.
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Seconds from the green: Luxury golfers' retreat with sweeping sea views for €750k
Cullen's Leinster put their European crown on the line against resurgent Toulouse
The two most successful clubs in European club rugby history go head-to-head in a heavyweight semi-final showdown at the Aviva Stadium today.
Cyclist (39) seriously assaulted in north Dublin
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.
Munster set sights on Pro14 trophy as barren run in Europe continues
‘We have come a long way as a team and as a squad,’ said Peter O’Mahony.
New Eddie Rocket's boss is planning a big expansion in Germany and beyond
The food industry veteran has an appetite for expansion.
Ten out of 19 maternity units have abortion services in place
The HSE has said that “service demand remains within the predicted limits” in relation to abortion services.
Yesterday’s News
Sexton ignores increasing levels of scrutiny as he returns to lead Leinster into battle
‘I have been used to it since I have been in school. It’s not something I pay too much attention to.’
Quiz: Can you tell which Irish town you're in by looking at its church?
Where in the country?
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
A republican march, a gorse fire in Donegal and a blind sailor made headlines today.
Supporter banned from Ricoh Arena after confronting Billy Vunipola
The Saracens number eight was confronted on the pitch in Coventry.
Opinion: In Colombia indigenous protests follow communities being displaced and leaders murdered
Thousands of indigenous people have attended a minga -a collective action for the common good – in defence of life, writes Kieran Duffy.
'A disgusting attempt at intimidation': Republican group criticised for O'Connell Street march after Lyra McKee killing
The march comes less than 48 hours after the 29-year-old journalist was killed in Derry.
How many people were suspended from housing lists for refusing multiple offers? It's the week in numbers
Plus: The total number of ATMs stolen by criminal gangs north and south of the border.
Blind Japanese sailor completes non-stop Pacific voyage
This was Mitsuhiro Iwamoto’s second attempt
Saracens crush Munster's European dream as van Graan's side bow out
The English side were too powerful, too clever and too controlling in Coventry.
PSNI make fresh appeal after two teenagers arrested over killing of Lyra McKee in Derry
The 29 year-old was killed in the city on Thursday.
'They were just ordinary people': Descendants of 1916 volunteers take us to where their ancestors fought
Patrick Kilmartin and William O’Dea fought on the North Circular Road outpost and Mendicity Institute respectfully during the Rising.
Ireland's 'stable political environment' attracted a major HIV drug firm to Dublin
The Canadian company is in the process of getting its Trogarzo drug approved in Europe.
Gardaí investigating after gorse fire destroys house in Co Donegal
The fire spread throughout the afternoon from the Annagry area into nearby Dungloe and Kincasslagh.
Man airlifted to hospital after collapsing while walking on Carlingford mountain
Emergency services were alerted to the incident at midday.
As it happened: Saracens v Munster, Champions Cup semi-final
We went minute-by-minute as Munster set out to break their semi-final habit against a formidable Saracens side.
Three children hospitalised after suspected chemical leak at Letterkenny swimming pool
The conditions of those affected is not believed to be life threatening.
Labour MP Diane Abbott 'sincerely sorry' for drinking can of M&S Mojito on London train
Drinking alcohol on the TFL network has been illegal since 2008.
From the Garden: Learn how to really grow parsnips, earth up spuds and make wild garlic pesto
‘Most parsnip seed packets will tell you to sow them in February – don’t do it,’ writes Michael Kelly.
Body of missing Clare man found by fishermen
The man had been missing from his home since Wednesday.
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Opinion: A variety of non-Christian historical sources support the idea that Jesus rose from the dead
By Dr Thomas Finegan
The Irish For: Why do we remember things from TV and what does that mean for learning languages?
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
Opinion: In Colombia indigenous protests follow communities being displaced and leaders murdered
By Kieran Duffy
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