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Wednesday 2 December 2020
The UK has formally approved the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine against Covid-19.
The telescope’s receiver platform fell 140 metres onto the radio dish below it yesterday.
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
The scheme was allegedly directed at unnamed ‘senior White House officials’.
Glenisk is working with Self Help Africa to plant over one million native trees in developing countries and in Ireland.
The UK has become the first western country to licence a vaccine against he virus.
The boat sank off the California coast after bursting into flames last year.
This week’s diary writer made some big lifestyle changes during the most recent lockdown, and now runs almost daily.
Positive news from pharma companies has raised hopes globally – but how will the vaccine be delivered?
The HSE has said it’s “very happy” with the role its advertising has played in keeping people in Ireland “informed and motivated” during the pandemic.
Sanity System is tested and certified to be 99.9% effective in eliminating Covid-19.
Maughan and his girlfriend Ana Varslavane disappeared five years ago.
Over a third of workers believe that using flexible work options negatively impacts their chances of promotion, according to a new study.
A recent Court of Appeal judgment has thrown into chaos certain court reporting practices.
A baby was among those killed in the incident.
Shortly after Barr’s statement was published, Trump tweeted out more baseless claims of voter fraud.
The Future of Media Commission invites you to share your views on this important topic.
The Cork-born goalkeeper impressed on his debut in the competition.
The government said yesterday it would not order an immediate public inquiry into the 1989 murder.
Stanley tweeted on Saturday equating two historical IRA attacks on the British army.
Here’s your round-up of what made the headlines today.
We bring you an interesting longread each evening to take your mind off the news.
The side effects of anabolic steroids can be serious and potentially life-threatening.
It is one step on a programme to send a manned mission to the satellite.
MPs voted for the measures to replace the second national lockdown in England by a majority of 213.
Some snowfall is expected later in the week.
Ever-impressive Germany were 3-1 winners at Tallaght Stadium – though Vera Pauw’s side went down fighting.
The firm has secured planning permission for the five-storey plan for 98 Merrion Road in spite of strong local opposition.
And you can Help To Buy-eligible developments here.
The tweet was sent by a board member of Greyhound Racing Ireland and liked by a Fine Gael TD.
As Sinn Féin defends itself this week over its stance on past events, Brian Hanley takes a look at the history of the party.
Regular number one Alisson misses out as a precaution due to a tight leg muscle, paving the way for Caoimhín Kelleher to make a surprise start.
Jozsef Szajer resigned over the weekend after going to what local press called an ‘orgy’.
We’ve got you covered whether you want a solo TV night or one for all the family.
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People could face up to seven years in prison if they publish intimate images without consent.
The latest figures were confirmed by health officials this evening.
A 17-year-old boy is accused of raping and sexually assaulting a girl in a south Dublin park last year.
Elliot posted on Instagram today to his social media followers.
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Media reports said the man could barely walk, had almost no teeth and limited speech ability.
Health Minister Robin Swann described it as a “sad milestone”.
Peter Acheson captained Tipperary for their previous All-Ireland semi-final against Mayo, he’ll watch on next Sunday from afar.
The UK announced yesterday that no immediate inquiry would be held into the solicitor’s murder.
Claudiu Robu was found dead in Dublin in September.
But Irish staff members will be asked to show up for work as normal over the coming weeks.
More than half of people also expect to take their next international flight before the end of 2021, according to new figures.
IT’S THE FIRST of December, which means the beginning of Christmas month.
But today’s date is also a bit more significant than in other years, because it marks the end of Level 5 restrictions that have been in place across the country for the last six weeks.
From today, retailers, hairdressers, gyms, cinemas, museums and libraries can re-open to the public.
Some shops are even making up for lost time by opening through the night tonight, and there have been reports of overnight queues outside a few retailers ahead of their re-opening today.
For the day that’s in it, we’re wondering: Do you plan on going to a non-essential shop today?
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