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Brexit: Leo Varadkar says 'many issues' remain as negotiators continue to thrash out deal
Michel Barnier said a text must be on the table today for EU leaders to study it ahead of tomorrow’s summit.
Large blaze causes significant damage to Dublin school
Six fire engines were called to the scene at Scoil Chaitriona GNS in Coolock.
Poll: Should we hold a referendum on capping insurance payouts?
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar suggested the idea of a referendum yesterday.
North Korean media releases images of Kim on white horse up sacred mountain
The location and the animal are symbols associated with the Kim family’s dynastic rule.
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Opt-out organ donation plan accused of 'misleading the public'
The plans will be debated at the Oireachtas Health Committee today.
Joe Schmidt has transformed Ireland's approach to facing the All Blacks
‘I think it provokes excitement, it provokes a little bit of anxiety.’
US Democratic debate focuses on healthcare, gun control and taking on billionaires
There was one thing they all agreed on – President Donald Trump should be impeached.
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Here’s the news you need to know as you start your day today.
'Carrie Lam step down!': Chaotic scenes in Hong Kong legislature as hecklers shout down major speech
The speech by chief executive Carrie Lam was billed as an attempt to win hearts and minds after four months of seething pro-democracy protests.
Trump tells family of teen killed in crash that diplomat's wife will not return to the UK
The parents of teenager Harry Dunn met Donald Trump in the White House.
Grave effects of Trump abandoning Kurdish allies evolving at bewildering speed
Events in Syria appear to represent a major setback for the US and a major victory for Syria’s President Assad and his Russian and Iranian allies, writes Tom Clonan.
Inquest opens into murder of homeless man on O'Connell St
Peter Donnelly was stabbed to death in June this year.
'They've been ignored by this government': Budget disappointment prompts carers to protest outside Dáil
Carers say the government has “given it with one hand and taken it back with the other” with its latest budget.
'It really impacts people's lives': Trinity researchers looking to speak to men with porn problems
Up to 17% of porn users experience personal distress as a result of watching the material.
'James Joyce did not wish to go back to Ireland': Head of Joyce Foundation says there would be 'resistance' to repatriation
Joyce is buried in a grave in Zurich with his wife Nora Barnacle and their son.
Yesterday’s News
Hunter Biden admits error in judgment but denies any wrongdoing
Joe Biden’s son is at the centre of an impeachment probe against US President Donald Trump.
Extinction Rebellion launching legal action against police over London protest ban
Activists continued protests in the capital in defiance of the police order today.
Ronan Farrow claims NBC didn't want to publish Harvey Weinstein sexual misconduct story
The broadcaster has denied not supporting the journalist’s work.
Ireland running out of Euro 2020 chances as they are outclassed in Swiss defeat
Seamus Coleman was sent off as Mick McCarthy’s side fell to a 2-0 loss in Geneva.
Trump lawyer Giuliani tells US politicians he will not comply with impeachment subpoena
Democrats set deadline of tomorrow for Giuliani to provide documents.
Japan continues non-stop search for typhoon survivors as death toll hits 74
Hagibis slammed into Japan on Saturday, unleashing fierce winds and unprecedented rain.
'I felt lonely and stupid': New mothers' health problems often 'ignored or dismissed'
Many women put their health in second place after giving birth, an expert has said.
Foster backs call for Stormont restoration as NI abortion to be decriminalised by Westminster
The move to decriminalise abortion will only be halted if the Stormont executive is restored by 21 October.
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
As it happened: Switzerland v Ireland, Euro 2020 qualifiers
Mick McCarthy’s side faced Switzerland on Tuesday night in Euro 2020 qualification.
Minister Shane Ross asked for "advance all-clear" on expenses paid to him in €37,000 annual allowance
Minister Sean Canney was also asked to provide more information on €3,258 in “policy formulation” expenses that were spent in a string of restaurants around the country.
Nicola Sturgeon to request power to hold new Scottish independence vote
The First Minister said work was being done to update the “independence prospectus”.
White House requests ‘urgent meeting’ with family of teen killed in crash involving diplomat's wife
Anne Sacoolas was given diplomatic immunity and allowed to return to the US after the fatal crash in England.
Dutch family locked in cellar for years were 'waiting for the end of time'
A man has been arrested by police.
Referendum on insurance payouts can't be ruled out if reforms don't work, says Varadkar
The Taoiseach said the insurance industry must play its part in decreasing premiums.
Varadkar says Johnson told him he's confident of getting MPs to back Brexit deal
Speculation is mounting that a breakthrough in Brexit negotiations is imminent.
Disclosures Tribunals hears Garda was allegedly being pushed out of force by management
Garda Nick Kehoe claims he was harassed and bullied by management after he made a protected disclosure about colleagues.
High Court judge makes orders for residents to vacate three Dublin properties described as 'firetraps'
Dublin City Council inspections had revealed that the three properties are in very poor repair.
Iceland hand Stephen Kenny's Ireland first defeat of qualifying campaign
Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen — son of former Chelsea player Eidur — scored the winning goal.
Experts claim there is no evidence of a risk to the public from passive vaping
Passive smoking has long been known to have a negative impact on the public’s health.
Jurors in Paul Gascoigne sexual assault trial shown photos of him kissing
The former England football star momentarily wept in the witness box today.
Landlords afraid of property market because of 'difficult' tenants, incoming RTB chairman claims
Tom Dunne appeared before the Oireachtas Housing Committee this morning.
'He had a heart of gold': Inquest rules death of park ranger at council depot was suicide
The inquest heard the phrase “Stand up to bullies” was spray-painted on the wall of the canteen where Stephen Taylor’s body was found.
Boy (14) awarded €18k after saw fell on his foot during woodwork class at school
The teenager fractured his foot in the incident.
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Poll: Should we hold a referendum on capping insurance payouts?
IN THE DÁIL yesterday, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar suggested that a referendum on capping insurance payouts might be necessary.
He said that he has asked the Law Reform Commission to undertake a detailed analysis as to whether “constitutionally sound legislation” to cap or limit the amount of damages a court may award can be introduced.
“We should not rule out a referendum down the line if the existing reforms that are planned do not work,” he said.
The issue of insurance payouts has been high on the political agenda in recent months, with the narrative that Ireland has a compensation culture also scrutinised.
What do you think? Should we hold a referendum on insurance payouts?
Poll Results:
Yes (1303)
No (423)
Not sure (76)
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Grave effects of Trump abandoning Kurdish allies evolving at bewildering speed
By Tom Clonan - @TomClonan
'It's going to be difficult to establish a solution to the problem that the DeSouza case creates'
By Sarah Creighton - @Saraita101
The issue about more than citizenship and identity, writes Sarah Creighton.
Saoirse McHugh: Fast fashion is hard to escape, but it is damaging our environment
By Saoirse McHugh
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