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'I don't want to go back': Asylum seeker fearful of returning to Direct Provision centre after Covid-19 outbreak
Mndala Limote said he is fearful of returning to his Direct Provision centre when his isolation at CityWest ends.
Yesterday’s News
Finland says people coming into the country who don't self-isolate face three months in prison
The Finnish government made the announcement today.
Man Utd need extra-time penalty from Fernandes to edge past Copenhagen
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side advanced to the Europa League semi-finals.
Nursing home accommodation costs 62% more in public residences than in private alternatives
A new report has looked at the operation of the Nursing Homes Support Scheme.
Belarus president brands opposition 'sheep' as protests against election result continue
Dozens were injured and thousands detained hours after Sunday’s disputed vote.
Can I still work full-time? 4 big questions about an MBA, answered by students and lecturers
We headed to NCI’s campus to find out more from some on-site experts.
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Quiz: How well do you know US Vice Presidents?
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Here's What Happened Today: Monday
Your evening news round up for the first day of the week.
McDonald’s to sue former CEO amid claims of past relationships with employees
The fast food chain is alleging that Steve Easterbrook covered up relationships with employees and destroyed evidence.
Your evening longread: How to be happy
It’s a coronavirus-free zone as we bring you an interesting longread each evening to take your mind off the news.
Gemma O Doherty allegedly evading service of defamation proceedings against her by Jimmy Guerin
A number of efforts to serve her with documents have been unsuccessful.
White-tailed sea eagles released into the wild in Munster
Four birds were released at Lough Derg, with more to follow at the Shannon estuary.
'No one should have to pay': Acting CMO says Covid-19 tests should be free for the public
There are concerns that the cost of tests could stop those with the virus from coming forward.
Have you seen Kayla? The 15-year-old has been missing from Darndale since yesterday
Anyone with information is being asked to contact gardaí.
Offaly meat factory announces suspension of operations following criticism for opening this morning
Three other meat factories in Kildare, which is also under regional Covid restrictions, have temporarily closed.
Researchers examine dangers of lethal superbugs to Irish seawaters
While Ireland has some of the cleanest bathing waters in Europe, raw sewage is still being discharged at more than 30 locations.
Screen watch: Your guide to the best TV movies on this week
From action to comedy – here are our picks for TV movies this week.
Doubts persist over inter-county season on sobering week for GAA
The GAA have informed clubs in Kildare, Offaly and Laois that outdoor facilities can re-open for training.
The entire Lebanese government has resigned over last week's massive explosion
The cabinet has been under increasing pressure after several ministers quit or expressed their intention to step down in recent days.
Coronavirus: No new deaths and 57 more cases confirmed in Ireland
The latest figures were confirmed by the Department of Health this evening.
'We did not get this right': Sturgeon apologises to pupils over downgraded exam results
Pass rates for pupils in the most deprived data zones were reduced by 15.2% – for pupils from the most affluent backgrounds the reduction was 6.9%.
Appeal for missing 34-year-old Seamus McCarney
He was last seen in Milford town on Saturday morning.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Explainer: How gardaí are policing the new regulations for Kildare, Laois and Offaly
As part of Operation Fanacht, garda checkpoints were in place in the three counties over the weekend.
Teddy's Ice Cream stand on Dún Laoghaire pier ordered to close storage unit after rodent droppings found
Teddy’s Ice Cream was one of five businesses issued with closure orders by the FSAI during July.
Knock Shrine takes 'unprecedented' decision to close on busiest day over Covid-19 fears
The Feast of the Assumption on 15 August is typically the busiest day of the year in Knock.
Minister reminds affected workers in Kildare, Laois and Offaly to avail of PUP and illness benefit
Heather Humphreys emphasised the income supports available to people impacted by regional restrictions.
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after shots fired and a fatal hit-and-run in Tallaght
Gardaí are particularly interested in a dark coloured hatchback that was seen leaving the area.
Aaron Brady found guilty of Lordship Credit Union robbery, with jury still considering capital murder charge
Brady was found guilty of involvement in the robbery that led to Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe being shot dead.
Northern Ireland residents invited to volunteer for Covid-19 vaccine research
Volunteers can sign up to a registry to link researchers with potential trial participants.
Status Yellow thunder warning for Leinster and Ulster counties
The weather will be warm but with a risk of scattered thunderstorms.
Leo Varadkar says he regrets people 'jumping to blame' and 'finger-pointing' over spike in Covid-19 cases
The Tánaiste explained that when the virus starts rising in the community, “you then start seeing clusters popping up all over the place”.
Bank of Ireland to reimburse victims of smishing scam
The bank will also launch a campaign to raise awareness of smishing.
Explainer: Everything to know about new face covering regulations
You have to wear a face covering in most shops from today.
Quiz: How well do you recall the 2012-13 Premier League season?
How much do you remember about Alex Ferguson’s final year in charge of Man United?
Ryan Tubridy issues earlier-than-usual callout for Late Late Toy Show participants
The show, usually an annual TV highlight, will likely be forced to adapt – like so many others – to the pandemic era.
French aid workers among eight killed by gunmen in Niger
A French aid group said several of its workers were among those killed during a tourist outing.
Donald Trump denies reports that he suggested putting his face on Mount Rushmore
The story was reported by the New York Times.
Simon Cowell recovering from surgery after breaking part of his back in bike fall
The X Factor judge fell from an electric bike in Malibu at the weekend.
Face coverings mandatory in shops and other indoor settings from today
It is now mandatory to wear a face covering in shops, hairdressers, cinemas and museums.
'This is a scam': Warning issued after scammer impersonates financial ombudsman staff member
The scam has been reported to gardaí by the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman.
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Poll: Are you still using the Covid-19 tracker app?
IT’S A MONTH since the launch of the HSE’s new Covid-19 contact tracing app.
Since then, the app has had well over one million downloads, with the take-up rate heralded as being “the most successful launch” of the app anywhere in the world, said HSE CEO Paul Reid last month.
The app is intended to help contact tracing, particularly with people who aren’t family and friends, and uses Bluetooth technology to determine whether you’ve been a close contact of someone who’s tested positive for the virus.
Users are encouraged to switch on their Bluetooth settings, and to check in with their symptoms every day. The bluetooth function means that users will be notified via the app if they have been a close contact of a confirmed case.
As cases begin to rise again – particularly in Kildare, Laois and Offaly – health officials fear that transmission could once again spread within the community.
Of the 174 cases reported yesterday, around 50 of them were reported outside of the three counties now under new restrictions.
With that in mind, we want to know: Are you still using the Covid-19 tracker app?
Poll Results:
Yes, I check in every day (4691)
Yes, I check in most days (4063)
I didn't download it (3853)
No, I've stopped using it (2756)
Yes, but I only check in once or twice per week (2738)
Yes, but I only have the bluetooth contact tracing function enabled (1774)
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