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Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
Cloud cast over US holiday weekend on yet another record day for new cases of Covid-19
Over 11,000 cases were recorded today in Florida, alone.
Catalonia imposes regional lockdown on 200,000 people following surge in Covid-19 cases
There was a significant rise in cases in the Segria area.
Going overseas against travel advice will cost claimants Jobseekers or PUP payments
Claimants would not be able to claim for the duration of their holiday and two weeks afterwards.
Coronavirus: One further death and 11 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The latest figures were confirmed in an update from the Department of Health this evening.
FAI confirm they are seeking more financial support from government
Move comes five months after FAI received a €19.2m package.
Spotlight
The 33rd Dáil
Week One: Ructions over the geographical spread of ministries and party in-fighting.
English pub still to re-open for business today despite car crashing through it in the early hours
The pub landlord said the hard work to get ready to re-open had been undone by the incident.
Phil Hogan hopeful of Brexit deal but says the ball is in the UK's court
The fourth round of Brexit trade talks ended a day early this week.
Will Brexit be a blessing or a curse for Ireland? Some lessons from history...
Leopold Kerney was an Irish diplomat in the first half of the last century and we can learn much from his handling of Britain, writes historian Barry Whelan.
As it happened: Manchester United v Bournemouth, Premier League
United can move into the top four – temporarily at least – by beating a struggling Bournemouth side.
Two US police officers fired after photo emerges of them re-enacting chokehold used on black man who later died
The officers imitated a chokehold used on a black man who subsequently died last August.
Three men to appear in court over violence and criminal damage in Mullingar
The three men were arrested on Friday.
A beaked whale has been spotted trapped in Wicklow harbour
The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group said it is unlikely the whale will survive.
South Africa reports record daily increase in coronavirus cases
More than 11 million people around the world are now known to have been infected since the pandemic began.
Ghislaine Maxwell would 'never' say anything about Prince Andrew to investigators, friend claims
Maxwell is accused of helping Jeffrey Epstein groom multiple underage girls.
Pubs and barbers return on England's 'Super Saturday'
A major easing of lockdown measures will see restaurants and cinemas also able to open their doors again in England.
Leaving ego at the door has aided the progress of young Irish striker JJ Kayode
The 20-year-old furthered his footballing education by getting a taste of life in the lower leagues.
'His remorse is genuine': Taoiseach backs Barry Cowen over drink-driving ban
The taoiseach said that he was first made aware of the incident on Friday.
Quarantine to remain as ministers put travel 'green list' on hold beyond 9 July
The ‘green list’ is expected to be published on 20 July.
Those who choose to cover their eyes will have no excuse when they're on the wrong side of boxing history
So many boxing figures performatively take the moral high ground when it comes to the sanctity of human life – until doing so might inconvenience them personally.
Two dead after flooding hits southern Japan
More than 75,000 residents in the southern prefectures of Kumamoto and Kagoshima were asked to evacuate.
Man arrested after shots fired at gardaí in Cork
The man, who is in his 20s, was arrested following a car chase.
'It's been a rip-roaring success': At no cost, Princes' Street leads the post-Covid revival in Cork city
With very little cost, Cork City Council has plans to make streets pedestrian-only until 31 August, and possibly beyond that, if it goes well.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Here’s all the news you need to know this morning.
Don't expect to get to the beach this weekend - there's going to be a lot of rain and wind
According to Met Éireann, today will be mostly cloudy and misty, with outbreaks of rain and drizzle in most places.
'The intention was always to champion what these guys achieved'
Director Jason Branagan has worked tirelessly to bring the story of Ireland’s first bobsleigh team to the screen.
Time for fish! Martin Shanahan of Kinsale's Fishy Fishy has a recipe for you
The award-winning chef is encouraging everyone to stay away from the runways during Covid-19 and instead travel the roads of Ireland to support local tourism.
'We will not be terrorised': Donald Trump attacks protesters and 'cancel culture' at Mount Rushmore
Donald Trump accused Black Lives Matter protesters of trying to ‘wipe out our history’.
Round 4 of Brexit trade talks: 'Green lane' progress, and a glimpse of the UK's IT system for customs
There was progress both at the negotiation table in Brussels, and from the UK on customs technology.
What kind of shape are Andy Farrell's Ireland in as they look towards next season?
Ireland were due to face Australia in Brisbane today.
'Radio Boyne' and an Ulster Fry: How the Orange Order is celebrating a socially distanced 12 July
The Orange Order has cancelled parades this year because of Covid-19.
'Avoid the places serving 30 pints with a basket of wings': Health experts' advice for Phase 3 socialising
Pubs were this week warned of the consequences of failing to follow the current guidance.
Yesterday’s News
Missing woman found safe and well
Folashade Mawoyeka was reported missing to gardaí on Wednesday, 17 June.
Foster claims 'creditability of the Executive' has been undermined following O'Neill funeral controversy
O’Neill, party president Mary Lou McDonald and other prominent SF members attended the funeral on Tuesday.
French court orders investigation into ministers' handling of Covid-19 crisis
President Macron himself cannot be targeted by lawsuits while in office because sitting presidents have immunity from prosecution.
WHO urges countries hit by serious Covid-19 outbreaks to 'wake up' and 'take control'
The coronavirus has hit at least 10.8 million people and killed 521,000 worldwide.
Investigation underway after hundreds of elephant carcasses discovered in Botswana
A conservation group said the cause is unknown but that it is not ruling out Covid-19 or poisoning.
Quiz: How well do you know Mundy's July?
It’s that time of the year.
Man who crashed lorry on grounds of Justin Trudeau’s home had several weapons, police say
Police, who said he is facing multiple charges, believe he was acting alone.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
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Poll: Will you be attending a pub or restaurant this weekend?
THIS IS THE first weekend since pubs and restaurants reopened for businesses on Monday.
There are strict guidelines in place for the businesses due to Covid-19 restrictions, with a time limits in place for patrons and a requirement to buy a meal if people are consuming alcohol.
TheJournal.ie visited some pubs earlier in the week to see what the ‘new normal’ is like, but will you?
Today’s poll: Will you be attending a pub or restaurant this weekend?
Poll Results:
I won't be going to either (11264)
Yes, I'll be heading to a restaurant (2039)
Yes, I'll be heading to a pub (1544)
I've no bookings made but I might (1092)
I hope to go to both (598)
I've made several bookings (159)
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Opinion: Our rotting Seanad won’t survive much longer, it's crying out for reform
By Adam Hallissey & Charlie Power
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