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Poll: Is it now time for a general election?
There may be space for one this summer, so should we go for it?
The 9 at 9: Monday
Here’s everything you need to know as you start your day.
When we can expect to elect our first MEPs and other essential things to know about today's counts
There’ll be battles for the final seats in all three EU constituencies while the council seats are almost filled.
LIVE: Counting is set to start for a third day shortly - but we should have our first MEP soon
Meanwhile, there are less than 80 seats yet to fill in Ireland’s local authorities.
'Treat your money like a bold child': 5 simple tips that'll change how you look at your finances forever
We asked Irish financial coaches and budgeting experts to share the advice they’ve found most useful.
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Who is my local councillor? Here is a list of all the seats filled so far
A comprehensive list of everyone who has nabbed a seat.
Highest turnout in 20 years across EU as populist right and Greens make gains on establishment parties
Turnout was up to around 51% across the continent.
The Brexit vote: Huge gains for Nigel Farage and Lib Dems as Tory and Labour vote crumbles
Great Britain and Northern Ireland will send 73 MEPs back to Brussels.
Opinion: Why do rich people lie, cheat and steal more than those on low incomes?
Seven experiments produced similar results leading researchers to conclude that higher social class predicts unethical behaviour, writes Diarmuid Pepper.
Calls for free folic acid to be given to Irish women as minister considers it ahead of Budget
Taking folic acid every day helps prevent your unborn baby from developing serious and possibly fatal conditions.
As it happened: All to play for as first European election counts announced
Stick with us as we bring you the latest updates all evening and into the night.
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7 unmissable stops for an ice cream around Ireland - and what else to check out when you park up
FactCheck: Does cannabis legalisation cause 'exponential' increases in the use of the drug?
The claim was made earlier this week by GP Dr Ray Walley in debate on cannabis legalisation.
First European election result confirms 'green wave' in Dublin - but no MEPs elected after seventh count
The first results from the European elections are in.
Yesterday’s News
'Did I think Damien Duff was going to make it? I always thought he had a real chance'
Pat Devlin reflects on a distinguished career in Irish football.
Our night at Bounce - the club night for people with intellectual disabilities
Originally from Galway, the club night was in Dublin as part of the Dublin Dance Festival.
How co-living works in other countries and how they compare to Ireland's house-shares
The Housing Minister said co-living developments offer less space for less rent ..
Here's What Happened Today: Sunday
Here’s what made the headlines on the second day of election counting.
89-year-old Donegal man becomes Ireland's oldest councillor after election win
Ian McGarvey, who will turn 89 in July, fought a close battle to keep his seat
Lynn Ruane: An inspirational school project reminds us of our shared humanity
I find it obscene that Ireland is dragging its feet rather than creating an environment where families torn apart by war can start a new life, writes Senator Lynn Ruane.
17 counties will be involved in tomorrow's All-Ireland football qualifier draw
The opening backdoor draw of the summer will take place.
PSNI appeal to two women reportedly sexually assaulted in Derry to contact police
The PSNI said two women may have been assaulted outside a music festival in the early hours of Saturday.
Two killed and 29 injured as 'devastating' tornado tears through US mobile home park
The tornado struck El Reno, near Oklahoma City, on Saturday night.
'They're depending on your silence': 8 myths about sexual violence that are totally untrue
We’ve been found to have the highest levels of sexual harassment in Europe.
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Taoiseach says general election 'not a prospect in the next couple of days or weeks'
Leo Varadkar said he has no plans call into Aras an Uachtarain in the next couple of days.
Brendan Howlin dismisses leadership concerns and says he wants to 'work together' with the Greens
The Labour leader said he is ‘not at all disappointed’ with his party’s result.
'I will shortly leave the job that it has been the honour of my life to hold': The week in quotes
Here’s what was said and who said what this week.
Housing activists protest Eoghan Murphy at RDS for second time in two days
Housing minister Eoghan Murphy faced a similar protest at the RDS yesterday.
Explainer: Why is Facebook allowing a doctored video of 'drunk' US Speaker Nancy Pelosi to stay online?
The social media giant has been criticised after altered footage of Pelosi was posted online this week.
Irish Bishops say people who voted for repeal 'may not be entirely happy with their choice’ one year on
Today marks exactly one year since the result of the referendum was announced
As it happened: Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael securing majority of votes as Sinn Féin takes a hit
There is still a long way to go before the end of the election.
German jews warned by top anti-semitism official over wearing traditional kippah cap in public
In issuing the warning, he said he had “alas, changed my mind (on the subject) compared to previously.”
Man (32) arrested under Terrorism Act on suspicion of selling illegal lotto tickets for Portlaoise prisoners
The suspect was arrested in Co Tyrone yesterday.
Three French IS members sentenced to death in Iraq
The three men have 30 days to appeal the sentence.
Dublin set to get its first 24-hour bus service
The 41 route should be running round the clock by the end of the year, the NTA has said.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to speak to Maria Bailey over dropped swing claim against Dublin hotel
The TD dropped her case against the hotel following controversy over it this week.
Missing 14-year-old Julija Nedilskaja found safe and well
Julija was reported missing on Friday.
Ireland's Sean O'Brien has been ruled out of the World Cup
The 32-year-old will undergo hip surgery and miss six months of action.
'Deeply concerned': Calls for vulnerability assessments for asylum seekers
These assessments are legally required.
As It Happened: Galway v Wexford, Kildare v Longford - Sunday GAA match tracker
We’re in for another busy Sunday of provincial action.
Fianna Fáil candidate (20) 'not making promises' as he becomes one of Ireland's youngest councillors
Albert Dolan was elected on the first count at around 1.30am this morning.
Councillor who told undercover reporter he wanted 'loads of money' is re-elected
Hugh McElvaney has now been elected to Monaghan County Council for the tenth successive time.
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Poll: Is it now time for a general election?
NOW THAT ONE election day is finished (bar the counting), there is already talk about whether we should have another one.
The stated reason from Fianna Fáil for allowing Leo Varadkar’s government to continue is that it’s s in the best interests of the country while Brexit is still not sorted.
But now that we have somewhat of a pause while the Conservatives pick a new leader and with the Brexit deadline extended to 31 October, some have argued that there is a summer gap for an Irish general election.
Fianna Fáil’s Jim O’Callaghan has said “there is space” for a general election but party leader Micheál Martin has said they will continue to support the confidence and supply agreement.
Yesterday, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he “can’t rule out” an earlier than intended election. But what do you think?
Poll: Is it now time for a general election?
Poll Results:
Yes (115)
No (80)
Don't know (5)
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Lynn Ruane: An inspirational school project reminds us of our shared humanity
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