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'They shattered my soul': Victims tell of sexual abuse hell at hands of Scouting organisations' leaders
One victim described his relationship with drugs and alcohol as a result of the abuse.
Man (20s) and woman (60s) arrested over arson at Co Cork houses in July
One home in Belgooly was completely destroyed as a result of the fire.
Bolivia crisis: Senator declares herself interim president as Morales vows to fight
Jeanine Anez assumed temporary control of the Senate last night, putting her next in line for the presidency.
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
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Poll: Should RTÉ abolish its live coverage of political party conferences?
The Irish Times reported that it was suggested that axing the live conference coverage could save RTÉ €250,000.
Rainfall warning for 7 counties as sleet and snow expected in some areas of the country
Lowest temperatures will range between 0 and 2 degrees tonight.
'A dramatic situation': Venice flooded by highest tide in more than 50 years
The exceptionally intense high waters peaked at 1.87 metres.
Whistleblower says Google is collecting personal medical data of 50 million people from health providers
The anonymous Google employee shared the information in a video online.
'This place is home to me and I love coming home'
Peter O’Mahony is determined to put World Cup pain behind him as Munster kick off another European campaign.
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Man (29) due in court over seizure of estimated €1.4 million worth of cocaine
The man is due before a sitting in Dundalk District Court this morning.
Australia remains on high alert as the country deals with devastation from widespread bushfires
A helicopter crashed yesterday while trying to bring the fires under control.
Students armed with petrol bombs - and bows and arrows - clash with police overnight in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s underground subway system was closed amid further violence overnight.
Live televised proceedings of Trump impeachment inquiry to be broadcast today
The impeachment proceedings are set to take place over a number of weeks.
One-third of people believe protein bars are healthy - but they're highly processed with a lot of saturated fat
The main ingredient found in 38% of protein bars was chocolate.
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Engaging the political system will be more powerful than lifestyle changes, says Dr Cara Augustenborg.
Seven men involved in Luas clash with far-right group given suspended sentences
One of the convicted men was on his way into Dublin city centre to protest the group when the incident occurred.
Tánaste in Edinburgh today to help build ties with Scotland post-Brexit
Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney will meet with Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon during the visit.
First-time buyers in Dublin are now spending an average of €375,000 for a home
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown in Dublin had the highest average house price for first-time buyers, costing €520,000.
Michelle O'Neill faces challenge to her role as MLA bids for Sinn Féin deputy leadership
O’Neill became vice president of Sinn Fein in January 2018.
Raw sewage from 77,000 people in Ireland flowing into environment every day
Ireland needs “substantial” investment in waste water treatment, the EPA report said.
Yesterday’s News
Electricity supply returns to 35,000 in north Dublin after outage
ESB Networks apologised for the inconvenience.
Do you agree with our predicted Ireland XI to face New Zealand?
Mick McCarthy is unlikely to start too many of his key players in the game.
Garda whistleblower insists former assistant commissioner engaged in 'deliberate and unmitigated' cover-up
The tribunal is in its fourth week and has now finished hearing from Garda Nicholas Keogh.
Tánaiste: 'Irish military sent to Turkey in supportive role, not to extract Lisa Smith'
It was revealed yesterday that Smith is due to be repatriated to Ireland.
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Joy of six for Ireland's young guns as U17s begin Euro qualifiers on a high in Cork
Colin O’Brien’s side were 6-0 winners over Andorra at Turner’s Cross.
Jury convicts two Leitrim men of raping woman at party
They had pleaded not guilty to rape in a flat in a town in the county on a date in 2017.
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
More Lorraine Clifford-Lee tweets, the boil-water notice lifted, and dangerously overtaking cyclists is now a penalty-point offence.
'The president of Mexico saved my life': Evo Morales reaches exile after fleeing Bolivia
Morales has vowed to “continue the struggle”.
Ex-Ireland striker who thrived in Belgium urges players to look beyond the UK
Dominic Foley recounted his fascinating career on the latest instalment of The Football Family podcast.
'Focused review’ into TD attendance announced following recent controversies
The review should be completed by January.
New tweets emerge of Fianna Fáil's Lorraine Clifford-Lee using offensive term 'pikey'
In an exclusive interview with the Irish Examiner, the senator said that what she did was “wrong” and that she was sorry.
Extract: From 'litir' to 'meisce'... A history of Ireland in 10 (or so) words
Ancient Irish texts teach us about how people saw the world back then, as the authors of a new book explain.
Repair works cost State €40m after concerns over structural defects at schools
A total of 40 schools were caught up in the controversy over structural and fire safety deficiencies.
Man and woman charged with over 200 offences against five children at Killarney court
The garda investigation took place over three years.
Man smashed 12 televisions in Cork bookies 'for ruining his life'
Philip Barry, who was homeless at the time of the office, caused €15,000 worth of damage.
'Hiding isn't going to make it go away': Fine Gael Ministers call on Clifford-Lee to apologise over social media comments
Lorraine Clifford-Lee has come under fire in recent days over controversial tweets she posted in the past.
FA to investigate anti-IRA chants aimed at James McClean - reports
The Irish international was abused by sections of the home support during Stoke City’s 4-2 win over Barnsley at Oakwell.
Boil water notice for 600,000 people in Dublin, Kildare and Meath lifted with immediate effect
Irish Water said an audit of the plant and satisfactory results of a number of water samples were factors in the decision.
The 5 at 5: Tuesday
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Poll: Should RTÉ abolish its live coverage of political party conferences?
THE FINANCIAL WOES at RTÉ were laid bare last week as it announced a major restructuring plan that will seek to reduce its costs by €60 million over the next three years with the axe set to fall on a number of areas.
At the weekend, the Irish Times reported that the broadcaster’s live coverage of political party conferences and ardfheiseanna was raised as something that could be abolished to save money.
RTÉ broadcasts the conferences from the main political parties and also features the speeches made by party leaders in a live primetime slot. Last weekend saw Labour’s annual event, and this weekend will see the Sinn Féin Ard Fheis.
It also reported that RTÉ News and Current Affairs managing director Jon Williams suggested in private that this move could save €250,000. An RTÉ spokesperson said it wasn’t ceasing political party conference coverage but intends to review the live coverage of such events.
So, what do you think? Should RTÉ abolish its live coverage of political party conferences?
Poll Results:
Yes (1928)
No (407)
Not sure (76)
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