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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.
'Don't Buy The Sun' trends after English cricketer Ben Stokes hits out at 'lowest form of journalism'
The paper ran a story about a family tragedy that happened before Stokes was born.
Gardaí seek public's help in locating teenager missing for over two weeks
He is described as being 5’7 in height, of slim build with brown hair and brown eyes.
'I am deeply concerned': Varadkar calls for an end to protests and blockades over beef dispute
The dispute has seen unofficial pickets by farmers at processing facilities around the country in recent weeks.
Christine Lagarde a no-show as she's voted in as new ECB President by secret ballot
Largarde is currently the outgoing chief of the International Monetary Fund.
Searches continuing in Louth forested area for murdered Belfast woman Saoirse Smyth
The 28-year-old has not been seen since 11 April 2017.
Update on Noteworthy, the community-led investigative journalism platform from TheJournal.ie
Since April, we’ve undertaken more than twenty projects, ten of which were funded directly by our readers.
Veteran IRA member claims Gerry Adams lied when he denied being a member of the organisation
The Louth TD has repeatedly denied accusations that he was a member of the paramilitary organisation.
'Make Israel normal again': The stakes are high for Netanyahu in an unprecedented election
It’s the first time in Israeli history that two elections will be held in one year.
RNLI sees donation surge after being forced to defend its work saving lives overseas
The RNLI says less than 2% of annual expenditure is spent outside the UK and Ireland.
World Rugby confident there's no 'systematic doping problem' in the sport
CEO Brett Gosper did admit to some concerns about ‘community’ levels of the game.
EU tax demand 'defies reality and common sense', claims Apple
It is fighting the European Commission’s landmark order that the company reimburse Ireland €13 billion in back taxes.
Man (70s) dies after car he was driving struck a wall in Co Roscommon
A female passenger was uninjured in the incident.
'Super-human': Swimmer (37) becomes first person to swim across English Channel four times non-stop
It took Sarah Thomas 54 hours.
Report finds 'lack of consistency' in online political adverts during 2019 European elections
That’s according to ElectCheck, a new research report commissioned by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland.
The 9 at 9: Tuesday
Here’s everything you need to know as you start your day.
Poll: Should the Government reduce the tax on alcohol in light of Brexit?
The drinks industry has called on the Government to reduce excise duties on alcohol.
Barry-Murphy relishing Old Trafford challenge: 'Half of Cork has been on to me about tickets'
Under the stewardship of an ex-Ireland U21 international, Rochdale will take on Manchester United next week.
Canadian officer accused of stealing sensitive documents had access to foreign allies' information
Cameron Ortis had “access to intelligence coming from [their] allies both domestically and internationally.”
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Poll: Should the Government reduce the tax on alcohol in light of Brexit?
THE DRINKS INDUSTRY has called for the excise tax on alcohol to be reduced by 15% over the next two budgets to offset the loss of revenue from the dropping value of sterling.
The lobby group described current excise duties as “uncompetitive” but the HSE and Health Minister Simon Harris are continuing to examine ways to reduce Ireland’s alcohol intake.
Similarly, Alcohol Action Ireland has been calling for minimum unit pricing in a bid to tackle the health issues related to alcohol abuse.
So today we’re asking: Should the Government reduce the tax on alcohol in light of Brexit?
Poll Results:
Yes (5687)
No (3250)
I'm not sure (313)
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How I Spend My Money: A student on €9,840 aims to cut down on food spending at college
By TheJournal.ie reader
A grant and a college scholarship help with her monthly expenses
Saoirse McHugh: Achill has shown me the link between climate action and rural regeneration
By Saoirse McHugh
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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