Today’s News
'Being over here as a family is special' - Farrell excited to succeed Schmidt
The 43-year-old takes over as Ireland head coach after this year’s World Cup.
Investigation launched after Defence Forces member accidentally discharges weapon at petrol station
The incident happened at 9.30pm on Wednesday.
Funeral of footballer Emiliano Sala takes place in Argentina
The 28-year-old striker died in a plane crash on 21 January.
8 small habits that could help your eye health this year
And how it’s good news if you like avocado toast, according to Dr Nigel Best.

From the Garden: Celeriac is fabulously durable, and is useful for all sorts of recipes
This week, Michael Kelly took advantage of a quiet period in the growing season to take stock.
'The biggest crowd in years' - Pats' rousing win over Cork stirs enthusiasm
Three-and-a-half thousand people packed into Richmond Park for the opening night of the new season.
Parents of Novichok victim query why UK settled ex-spy Sergei Skripal in Salisbury
Dawn Sturgess died after coming into contact with a nerve agent allegedly used in last year’s poisoning of Skripal and his daughter.
Why Trump declaring a border wall emergency may prove more of an obstacle for himself
The US president’s wall is far from a sure thing even now.
Larry Donnelly: Too many observers have been unable or unwilling to come to grips with Trump’s appeal
I still find it difficult to believe that he is President Trump. I wish it weren’t so. But it is.
Seven 'serious' assaults on staff at Oberstown children's detention centre last year
A senior union official has said the situation has improved considerably recently, but the numbers have been described as “deeply concerned”.
Hogan's contact skills pushing Leinster players forward while avoiding injury
After winning the Champions Cup, Leinster decided to create a new position in their backroom team.
Vatican defrocks former cardinal over sexual abuse of teenager in US
It is the first time a cardinal has ever been defrocked for sex abuse.
The Vatican is hosting a major summit on its response to child abuse, but what does it hope to achieve?
The meeting takes place from 21-24 February.
Man sacked from his job kills five after opening fire at manufacturing complex in US
A number of police officers were also injured in the gun spree.
Young people share their experiences in care: 'This was the chapter where I turned my life around'
A number of young people shared their experiences yesterday and said they want to erase the stigma attached to being in the care system.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Here’s the headlines you need to know as you start your day.
It would cost an extra €600 million a year to make public transport free in Ireland
While outlining the figures involved, Shane Ross effectively ruled out such a possibility.
Former Trump campaign chief Paul Manafort faces 24 years in prison for lying to Russia investigation
A judge ruled this month that Manafort “intentionally” lied about contacts with a suspected Russian operative.
'My love for fighting came from battling anorexia and battling my own mind'
Mary-Kate Slattery shares her inspiring story.
State Lab on the lookout to purchase a 'cigarette smoking machine'
The lab needs the machine so it can perform tests as per new EU regulations.
Teen rape victim who gave birth to stillborn baby released from prison in El Salvador
Evelyn Hernandez was accused of murdering her baby after she gave birth in a makeshift bathroom in her home.
Opinion: 'Inspiration porn' trending on social media is objectification of disabled people
Stop sharing videos of disabled people attempting to walk up the aisle, or stand for their first dance – pretending to be able-bodied is far from inspirational, writes Eileen Daly.
Teen who threw stone at another youth's head is jailed for a year
The victim perceived the attack as homophobic in nature. He needed 11 stitches to a cut above his right eye.
Delays at forensic lab mean rape victims have to wait longer for cases to progress
€10 million has been taken from the National Forensic Science Laboratory to pay for National Children’s Hospital
Two UCD staff members disciplined after allegations of sexual misconduct Exclusive
The number of official complaints received by universities in recent years “cannot paint the full picture”, activists say.
Yesterday’s News
Seven heaven as Munster smash Southern Kings with impressive bonus-point victory
It was a comprehensive victory for Johann van Graan’s men at Irish Independent Park on Friday night.
'You murdered my father, so I'm going to kill you': Man jailed for 20 years for attempting to kill GP with crossbow
Mark Waterfall shot the doctor at close range but managed not to fatally injure him.
Nasa stepping up plans to go back to the moon... and stay there this time
The last person to walk on the moon was Eugene Cernan in December 1972, and Nasa wants to change that.
CAO offers will be out earlier this year after case of student who won High Court judicial review
The changes confirmed by the government come after Rebecca Carter secured a place at UCD following a High Court battle.
Cutting down: 6 great things you can expect to happen to your body when you drink less
Sober curious? Reducing your alcohol intake can help you feel better inside and out.

Gunman arrested after wounding multiple police officers and civilians near Chicago
Police with riot shields flooded the area and arrested the assailant.
Garda tells murder trial that accused told him there were only two tanks on his farm
Garda Conor Ryan was giving evidence today in the trial of Patrick Quirke, accused of the murder of Bobby Ryan.
'We love you Mammy': Jedward pay tribute as their mother passes away
Susanna Grimes had been battling cancer for a number of years.
White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders interviewed by Mueller investigators
Sanders said she was “happy” to sit down with investigators.
Garda probe after sudden death of young man found unresponsive in Wicklow pub
Officers attended the scene at the public house in Greystones at 9.30pm last night.
Trump declares national emergency to build wall, Democrats vow to fight the 'power grab'
The move will allow him to spend more money to erect barriers on the US-Mexico border.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Trump’s emergency powers, My Options in the High Court and children’s hospital builders speak out – it’s the evening fix.
Rapper 21 Savage says he was 'definitely targeted' by US immigration during arrest
US officials say he overstayed a visa that expired in 2006 when he was a minor.
'I'm happy for the project to continue': Simon Harris rules out re-tendering children's hospital
The Minister was responding to a statement by BAM that suggested it would pull out of the contract if the Government wanted.
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