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Wednesday 27 December 2023 Dublin: 11°C
Ireland considered making 21 age of consent for gay people when decriminalising homosexuality
One 1993 document noted that moving from “criminalisation to equality might be too major a change at one go”.
The age of consent for heterosexual intercourse at the time was, and still is, 17 years old
21 was described as "probably the age most acceptable to those who do not want decriminalisation but recognise that there is no choice"
However, if 21 was chosen, "there would be an attempt to portray this country as backward", officials warned
Yesterday
26th December 2023
Leinster edge Munster after gripping battle at Thomond Park
Hojlund's first Premier League goal caps stunning Man United comeback against Aston Villa
Quiz: What are these Christmas-related things called as Gaeilge?
These are 10 of the best Irish novels of 2023
Larry Donnelly: 10 more movies to watch this Christmas
SPOTLIGHT
Road safety
The number of people killed on Irish roads this year has far exceeded last year’s total.
Christmas appeal
Drivers urged to slow down after 'horrendous' year for road deaths
Research
Those who drive for work more likely to engage in dangerous behaviour
New law
Road Traffic Bill will target speeding, seatbelts and distracted driving
Road Victims' Alliance
Two-year sentence limit for careless driving causing death criticised
Here's What Happened Today: St Stephen's Day
Darwin Nunez ends goal drought to help Liverpool to victory at Burnley
Storm Gerrit: Wind and rain warning issued for all counties
Post-mortem carried out on suspected attacker killed after Christmas Eve shooting
'They’ve won the donkey lottery': Foals thrive in new home after rescue of abandoned mares
UN 'gravely concerned' by Israeli strikes on central Gaza as Netanyahu doubles down
The WHO reported “harrowing” accounts of Israel’s attacks on Gaza on 24 December.
Netanyahu wrote in the Wall Street Journal that the Israeli state will not stop with its assault.
The UN Human Rights Office said all attacks had to adhere to international humanitarian law.
The WHO detailed how one Gazan child lost her whole family from one airstrike.
Sweden's bid to join Nato inches forward - but still faces key vote in Turkish parliament
Willie Mullins-trained Facile Vega well beaten by Found A Fifty at Leopardstown
Copper Face Jacks turns pre-tax profit of more than €3 million
Hewick powers home to win remarkable King George chase
SPOTLIGHT
Christmas 2023
Get yourself ready for the festive period this year.
Out and about
Your guide to public transport timetables over the Christmas period
Winter weather
Met Éireann says no white Christmas, with scattered showers and sunny spells in store
Quiz
Identify the Christmas movie by the quote
Jolabokaflod – a look at Iceland's Christmas books tradition
Darach Ó Séaghdha
'No reindeer, unfortunately': Russian opposition leader re-emerges in Arctic Circle penal colony
Childline was contacted by more than 1,000 children over Christmas
Two hospitalised after 'serious house fire' in Cork City on Christmas Day
10 great lifestyle and culture podcasts to catch up on this Christmas
Poll: Will you be shopping in the St Stephen's Day sales today?
Sinn Féin in govt would be 'dragged' by the far-left into irresponsible positions, Tánaiste says
US launches airstrikes on militia groups in Iraq after attack on troops
Police in France arrest man suspected of murdering woman and four children on Christmas Day
Russian naval ship in Crimea ‘damaged in air strike by Ukrainian forces’
'Not going to be like the UK one': Donnelly expecting different tone to Ireland's Covid inquiry
SPOTLIGHT
Voices
A wide mix of viewpoints, analysis and first-hand experiences
Israel is fast losing international credibility and support over its crimes in Gaza
Tom Clonan
We must listen to concerns around immigration if we are to stop the fear
Adeniyi Olarewaju
Ireland needs to go from the 'puppy farm capital' of Europe to the gold standard
Lynn Boylan
How to keep your dog calm and happy at Christmas
Suzi Walsh
Tom Clonan: Israel is fast losing international credibility and support over its crimes in Gaza
Gerry Adams has no intention of running for Áras an Uachtaráin, says McDonald
Taoiseach: Government has a big job to do in 2024 as far-right myths gain traction
Serial clothes shoppers to be targeted in new sustainability campaign
'Inaccurate' forecasts and 'disappointing' weather warnings: Complaints to Met Éireann in 2023
A report by
Hayley Halpin
Some people hit out at Met Éireann’s predictions, while others complained about its app.
Monday
25th December 2023
Quiz: How well do you remember these movies featuring Santa?
Therapist: The key to minding yourself this Christmas? Nurture your routine
Is Ireland 'syphoning' corporate profits away from other European countries? - Yes (but)
McDonald not in favour of boycotting St Patrick's Day White House over US Middle East policy
Moshing, pushing and sweating: 'Being at the front of a Pogues gig was heaven for me'
'Stop annoying the long suffering Irish people': Viewers complain about RTÉ Player
In photos: Swimmers brave the Christmas Day dip
Wind and rain didn’t stop these merrymakers!
Israel PM vows to 'intensify' fighting on visit to Gaza