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The 8 at 8: Thursday
Here’s everything you need to know as you start your day.
NHS nurse who appeared on Britain's Got Talent murdered by boyfriend 'in a fit of rage'
Desmond Sylva was convicted of the murder yesterday.
UK's porn blocking laws to be delayed again
The laws were to be introduced on 15 July, but are to be delayed because of bureaucratic, legal issues.
Man guilty of drug possession after gardaí discover €1.35 million worth of heroin under bed
The man was found guilty at the Central Criminal Court yesterday.
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Tax rises should be considered in October's Budget to prevent economy overheating, ESRI recommends
The think tank says the economy is “now effectively operating at full capacity”.
Iran claims to have shot down a US spy drone over its airspace
Iranian state television announced the incident this morning.
Commemorative plaque to be unveiled today at the site of Ireland's first dedicated LGBT community centre
The Hirschfeld Centre was burnt down 31 years ago.
Irish society improving in terms of tolerance and equality, but Traveller and Roma exclusion still an issue
A new report notes that tolerance is increasing in Ireland, but states that issues still persist around integration.
'It's a huge success': First sale of mortgage-to-rent home back to original owner
The scheme allows people who are in mortgage arrears to remain in their homes and pay rent to an approved housing body.
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6 of the most amazing Irish photography accounts to follow on Instagram, according to photographers
'We're the people behind the scenes never taken into account': Healthcare workers on why they're prepared to strike
A strike to be held today was called off yesterday evening.
What does your community do to clean up? Share the idea for a chance to win €150
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Yesterday’s News
'A moral imperative' Divisive slavery reparations hearing takes place in the US
The idea that the descendants of US slaves should be compensated has proven controversial.
Remedial works on 22 schools with structural issues begin tomorrow, says minister
The remedial works will be carried out over the summer period with all schools expected to re-open as normal for the new term in September.
Leader of alleged 'sex-cult' found guilty on charges of sex-trafficking in New York
A number of famous faces including Smallville actress Allson mack were members of the group.
'They told me I'd never play football again' - €48m Real Madrid signing's incredible journey
French defender Ferland Mendy has described how a hip operation threatened to end his career before it had begun.
QUIZ: How Much Do You Really Know About The Air Around You?
Tomorrow marks Clean Air Day 2019.
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Trump refuses to offer apology to the Central Park 5 wrongly convicted of rape in 1989
Trump took out ads in New York newspapers calling for the death penalty to be introduced at the time the five men were accused.
FAI board member resigns after association's 'failure' to address his concerns
John Earley has confirmed he is stepping down.
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
The HSE support staff strike, the Rotunda Hospital and Jamal Khashoggi made headlines today.
Dublin man jailed for sexual assault of 13-year-old girl
The woman said the assault had a profound psychological effect on her.
League Two club clarify that they're on trial to Wes Hoolahan
Cambridge United are hoping to play their way into the Irish playmaker’s plans for next season.
Man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over Emiliano Sala's death
Sala died when a plane carrying him and pilot David Ibbotson came down in the English Channel on 21 January.
Simon Harris vows to meet Rotunda chief to discuss new wing to tackle 'safety crisis' for premature babies
An outbreak of infection recently saw eight babies affected – with the death of one infant referred to the coroner.
Rory Stewart eliminated from Conservative leadership contest as race begins to tighten
It comes following a third round of voting by conservative MPs today.
Tomorrow's strike by HSE support staff has been deferred to allow for WRC talks
The strike has been deferred pending the outcome of emergency talks.
Traffic delays in Dublin expected after Parnell Street incident
Motorists are advised to expect delays on approach.
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Gardaí allegedly told to 'F*** off' by drunk men sailing in middle of Dublin Port shipping lane
The court heard that a 4,000 tonne cruise liuner was delayed as a result of the men’s actions.
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Facebook and Twitter representatives to appear before court after Ana Kriegel murderers identified online
The boys, identified in the media only as Boy A and Boy B, were convicted yesterday of murdering Ana Kriegel last year.
Ana Kriegel murder: The sentences Boy A and Boy B could be facing
The two teengers are to be sentenced in four weeks’ time.
200 people to be moved as Dublin city Direct Provision centre closes down
It was reported in March that Hatch Hall will be turned into a 5-star hotel.
Leinster the big winners as Munster face a formidable task
Connacht can look forward to some big European nights in Galway when the Champions Cup returns in November.
Teen accused of murdering Japanese man in Dundalk in 2018 will face trial later this year
Mohamed Morei was found fit to plead by a judge at the Central Criminal Court.
Australian police officer breaks off from press conference to rugby tackle man to the ground
The man was later charged with unlawful stalking.
Alcohol sales in Scotland drop to lowest-ever level following introduction of new pricing laws
Minimum unit pricing laws were introduced in May 2018.
Gardaí issue warning over anonymity of children before court in wake of Ana Kriegel verdict
Someone found guilty of breaching the law surrounding the anonymity of children in criminal cases can receive up to three years in jail.
Iran 'categorically rejects' US tanker attack allegations
Washington has blamed Iran for two tanker attacks in the Gulf of Oman.
Champions Cup draw pits Munster against Saracens and Racing 92
Beaten finalists Leinster will go up against Lyon, Northampton and Benetton.
Explainer: Why are 10,000 HSE staff striking tomorrow?
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Drugs worth almost €100,000 discovered in parcels at postal centre
Drugs were discovered in two packages marked ‘clothing’.
Man convicted and fined for chopping down hedges during bird nesting season
The case was taken by the National Parks and Wildlife Service.
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Poll: Would you use Facebook's new currency?
SOCIAL MEDIA GIANT Facebook has announced plans to launch a new global cryptocurrency, which could come into use as early as next year.
The Libra coin – which will be based on the blockchain, like Bitcoin – could soon become a global currency.
Real-world currency will go into a reserve backing the digital money, the value of which will mirror stable currencies such as the US dollar and the euro, according to its creators.
The currency could be used like any other for online transactions and be used in countries where there are barriers to banking or credit.
However, sceptics are concerned at how the new currency will be regulated, with critics arguing that sovereignty should stay in the hands of states and not private companies.
Others say the currency itself could be used for money laundering or terror financing.
So today we’re wondering: Would you use Facebook’s new cryptocurrency?
Poll Results:
No (8687)
Yes (1125)
I don't know/No opinion (736)
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Opinion: The State's refusal to compensate survivors of abuse violates human rights law
By Dr Conor O’Mahony - @ConorUCCLaw
The Irish For: A Bloomsday Breakfast with extra Subh Milis on Father’s Day 2019
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
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