Today’s News
Can rented homes be made more energy efficient? You're being asked to give your view
One of the options outlined in the consultation open from today is to encourage a wider use of green leases.
Johnson and Corbyn to face final head-to-head debate tonight before UK general election
The party leaders will face each other in Southampton in the BBC’s prime ministerial debate at 8.30pm.
Late-night train and Dart services begin from today for the festive season
Security personnel will be on board the late night services over the coming weeks to ensure customer safety.
Richard Bruton told BAI the Communicorp ban was 'antithetical to a free and open press' Exclusive
The Communications Minister said it was a matter of “grave concern” that some journalists had been banned from radio stations.
Yesterday’s News
Two men charged in relation to seizure of Makarov handgun in Westmeath
Gardaí in Blanchardstown and Finglas investigating organised criminal activity in Dublin charged the two men.
Connolly starts in Brighton victory as Arsenal's winless streak extends to 9 games
Neal Maupay headed in a deserved winner for the Seagulls.
Eight migrants found on cargo ship in Waterford have been deported - gardaí
The males were in good health when they were discovered yesterday.
'Shame on Leo': Thousands march through Dublin and Cork against homelessness
Protesters called on the government to do more to tackle homelessness.
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Majority of 140,000 people who died from Measles last year were under five years old
Four countries in Europe, including the UK, lost their measles elimination status last year.
Sinn Féin are pushing for a rent freeze next week, and asking for Fianna Fáil's help
“The Rent Pressure Zones are not working,” housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin said.
Man who used fake documents to apply for €270k mortgage given a suspended sentence
The man used the loan to purchase a house in Walkinstown in Dublin.
France paralysed as hundreds of thousands take to the streets in protest over pensions overhaul plan
The protest stem from French President Macron’s proposals to reform the pension and retirement structure.
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
A protest in Dublin over homelessness, a protest in Kildare over beef prices, and three MEPs abandon the Brexit Party.
Cancer patient left waiting on a hospital trolley in hallway discharged herself and later died, inquest told
The woman was left on a trolley for six hours beside the bins, her daughter said.
Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend?
What’s a must-watch, and what’s a miss? We tell you.
Five men appear in court charged with conspiring to murder Hutch family member
Each of the accused men are charged with taking various roles with the intention of helping with the murder of Patrick ‘Patsy’ Hutch.
'It was best to allow the team the space to grow again' - Gavin reveals reasons for Dublin exit
The former Dublin manager was speaking after being named Signify Sports Manager of the Year 2019.
Leaked Biden plan shows threat of sanctions against Ireland and others over corporate tax
Ireland has come under pressure in recent years to address its corporate tax rates for multinationals, but insists it has taken major steps to improve the system.
RTÉ shelves plan to sell RTÉ Guide as part of organisation reforms
The broadcaster said expressions of interest it received did not warrant selling the magazine.
Leo Varadkar and Phil Hogan included in list of Europe's most powerful people
Varadkar came in eighth place and Hogan came tenth.
Italian newspaper criticised for 'Black Friday' headline about Lukaku and Smalling
Corriere dello Sport used the term in reference to tomorrow’s Serie A game between Inter Milan and Roma.
The 5 at 5: Thursday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Revenue defers plans to change the flat rate expenses scheme
Workers are afforded tax relief for expenses incurred in their day-to-day jobs.
Nigel Farage and Annunziata Rees-Mogg in war of words over MEPs quitting Brexit Party
Rees-Mogg, Lance Forman and Lucy Harris have all left the party to back Boris Johnson’s strategy.
'Accidental death' recorded at inquest of boy who died in collision during garda pursuit
After striking a signpost and ditch, the car he was in became elevated on its left side and then struck a telegraph pole.
Dublin GAA chief slams RTÉ Prime Time funding programme in annual report
John Costello also called on the Government to address the lack of land available in the capital to develop facilities for GAA clubs.
House of Representatives to proceed with articles of impeachment against Donald Trump
Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi made the announcement this afternoon.
Boris Johnson appears on ITV's This Morning despite ongoing row over BBC interview
Johnson appeared on the daytime programme with Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby.
Woman set on fire on way to testify against her alleged rapists in India
It is the latest gruesome case of violence against women in the country.
Explainer: Why have IFA protesters blockaded a major Aldi distribution centre in Naas?
Farmers, organised by the IFA, are protesting again.
Tributes to Professor Séamus Lawless, who died on Mt Everest, as project to restore Four Courts documents launched
Historical records destroyed by fire at Dublin’s Four Courts at the beginning of the Irish Civil War have been restored digitally.
'Theoretically, things could cost anything': Children's hospital chairman says costs could increase more
The Public Accounts Committee met in the Oireachtas today.
If investigation finds Dara Murphy broke the rules he should pay back the money, says Taoiseach
Murphy is taking up a €150,000 a year job in the European Commission.
Unvaccinated hang red flags as Samoa continues to battle measles epidemic
Samoa has begun a two-day shutdown as the government tries to curb a measles epidemic that has killed 62 people.
New editorial line-up to lead TheJournal.ie into exciting new phase
Meet the team charged with delivering insightful, impartial journalism on one of Ireland’s most popular digital outlets.
TV Wrap - A bit of the old magic remains as Dunphy, Brady and Giles reunite
The band got back together for Irish fans as Amazon assembled English pundits in a kind of Tekken menu.
Taoiseach 'sympathises' with farmers as blockade of major Aldi distribution centre continues
Members of the Irish Farmers’ Association are staging a protest outside an Aldi distribution centre.
Lobbyists big winners as government revises bingo bill after protests
It comes after a protest at the Dáil on Tuesday.
Four men arrested over attempted murder in Dublin in March 2018
The men are due to appear before the Special Criminal Court in Dublin this morning.