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Mare, bird, biddy: Thousands demand Oxford dictionaries change 'sexist' definitions
Oxford University Press said it is investigating whether there are senses of woman which are not currently covered but should be added in a future update.
Poll: Should buskers be banned from using amps until after 6pm?
That’s one of several new rules due to come into effect in Galway next year.
Director of Quinn Industrial Holdings suffers 'horrific attack' before being left at side of road in Cavan
The 50-year-old man was treated in hospital for serious injuries to his face and leg.
Almost 3,000 Leaving Cert exam results upgraded during this year's appeals process
Appeal applications were made by 9,049 candidates against 16,965 individual results.
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'Extended and not capped': Fianna Fáil insists help-to-buy scheme must be continued in Budget negotiation talks
Budget talks between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are set to intensify in the coming weeks.
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Here’s all the news you need to know this morning.
Beef options will be taken off some menus at restaurants from next week due to 'zero supply'
The Restaurants Association of Ireland has called on farmers to stop the blockades at beef factories.
It's due to hit 23 degrees at the weekend
Summer is over, but the sunshine is not.
Schmidt's Ireland 'simmering up' for blockbuster weekend in Yokohama
The All Blacks and Springboks will whet the appetite even further on Saturday.
PARENTING MAGAZINE
8 mums and dads share the parenting rules they thought they'd never break - until they had kids
Stoneybatter named Ireland's 'coolest neighbourhood' in global top 50 list
The article claims Stoneybatter is a place young people can still afford to live in Dublin.
Australian hiker snaps leg in two and forced to crawl inch by inch for two days to get to safety
Neil Parker (54) couldn’t call for help because he dropped his mobile “into the drink”.
Man in his 60s shot dead in Co Mayo, man (80s) arrested
The incident occurred in Ballyhaunis just before midnight.
Bloody Sunday murder case to get under way in Derry today
Soldier F is accused of two counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder.
Israel left in suspense as exit polls predict deadlock in general election
Benjamin Netanyahu said this morning he will enter into negotiations to establish a “strong Zionist government”.
Culture Night: Here's what's on in the South and East
We’re previewing the best events this Culture Night.
30 years of Fair City: 'We have to be careful about what stories we tell. You don't want to jump into somebody's life'
As Fair City celebrates its 30th birthday today, executive producer Brigie de Courcy reflects on how the hit soap has changed over the years.
A 10% increase in nursing home places would reduce hospital stays by 19,000 days
An ERSI report says that a 10% increase in the supply of home would increase hospital bed availability dramatically.
Criminal sanctions possible if government ignores watchdog’s orders on Public Services Card
The long-awaited report into the card was published yesterday evening.
'People come for the atmosphere': Galway's buskers and businesses clash over new rules on street performing
The new bylaws were introduced by Galway County Council.
Yesterday’s News
UK makes second arrest in golden toilet theft
It has been valued at around $5 to $6 million
Black carbon from air pollution 'found in placentas'
Air pollution is known to have potentially devastating impacts on children’s health.
Setback for Liverpool as they open Champions League campaign with a loss
An 82nd-minute Dries Mertens penalty and a stoppage time Fernando Llorente goal earned a win for Napoli.
New study shows that the average person in Ireland sends just two or three letters per month
ComeReg conducted a study on Irish postal users.
QUIZ: Which glasses-wearing male celebrity is your style icon?
Andy Samberg and Jurgen Klopp, we’re looking at you…
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Woman (50s) dies after car crash in Wexford
A crash between two cars happened at Kilnamanagh, Oulart, Co Wexford, this afternoon at around 1.30pm.
As it happened: Napoli v Liverpool, Champions League
We went minute-by-minute as Jurgen Klopp’s European champions began their title defence in Naples.
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Here’s what made the news today.
US Justice Department sues Edward Snowden over new book
The suit alleges that Snowden published his book without first submitting it to the two government agencies for pre-publication review.
Coveney on Brexit deadlock: 'We simply haven’t seen any written proposals from the UK to date'
It’s being reported this evening that the UK side are refusing to submit a written document in the ongoing talks.
University chief says current Government funding per student remains 43% below where it was 10 years ago
Jim Miley said that State funding per student remains 43% below where it was 10 years ago.
Knackeries across the country to 'resume operations' following Department of Agriculture talks
Knackeries across the country shut down last week.
Government claims that withdrawal of PSC could be illegal as it sets up battle with data watchdog
A long-awaited probe into the legality of the card was published this evening.
Court grants HSE order allowing it to take steps aimed at saving life of woman with eating disorder
She is described as being currently very underweight with a dangerously low Body Mass Index (BMI).
Council denies permission for 'objectionable' co-living development in Rathmines
Dublin City Council says the plans proposed too many occupants per floor sharing facilities.
Man in his 40s arrested after car crashes through Dublin shop
The incident happened in the C&T Superstore on the Shenick Road in Skerries shortly after 2.30pm.
Wales' World Cup preparation in chaos as Rob Howley sent home over alleged betting offences
The Assistant Head Coach was not present at the team’s official welcome ceremony yesterday.
The 5 at 5: Tuesday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Irish student wins €7,000 and shares top prize in EU Contest for Young Scientists
Adam Kelly says next up for him is the Leaving Cert.
Taylor braced for 'huge 12 months' as opponent Linardatou and team cry foul in awkward presser
The champion’s manager claimed she stepped off in the plane in tears due to the lack of rematch clause in her contract.
'Farmers are keeping you in jobs': Farmers confront Bord Bia officials at Ploughing Championships
The Taoiseach, Tánaiste and President Higgins have also weighed in on the farming dispute today.
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Poll: Should buskers be banned from using amps until after 6pm?
A NUMBER OF new bylaws for buskers are set to come into effect in Galway in January.
The rules mean drum kits will be banned at all times, and amplification and backing tracks will be banned until after 6pm.
The bylaws, passed following complaints from local businesses, enact new regulations on where, when and how buskers can perform on the city’s streets.
Musicians and performers have labelled the new rules “ridiculous“, noting that many people come to Galway for its music and atmosphere.
What do you think: Should buskers be banned from using amps until after 6pm?
Poll Results:
No (498)
Yes (469)
I'm not sure (53)
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How I Spend My Money: A student on €9,840 aims to cut down on food spending at college
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Saoirse McHugh: Achill has shown me the link between climate action and rural regeneration
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RTÉ Radio 1 short story award winner: 'Honey Days'
By Stephen O'Reilly
Read the overall winner of this year’s RTÉ Radio 1 Short Story Award, in memory of Francis McManus.
The Irish For: The weeds and wildflowers that bother and delight the countryside
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
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