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FactCheck: Will children aged 4 and under be taught about masturbation if the sex education bill becomes law?
The claim was made by a Renua local election candidate.
Yesterday’s News
Development of 88 apartments at former Phoenix Park racecourse gets green light
An Bord Pleanala granted permission for the development after an appeal.
Open Thread: What did you think of the Game of Thrones finale?
What do we all do now?
Fifth migrant child dies after detention by US border patrol since December
The teen has been identified by US Customs and Border Protection as Carlos Gregorio Hernandez Vasquez.
Children's Hospice Week: 'We get 15 days of respite a year - it's the only time we have together'
Cian Murphy has been attending LauraLynn Children’s Hospice – and charming the nurses there – since 2013.
Iranian foreign minister says Trump's 'genocidal taunts won't end Iran'
The riposte by Iran’s top diplomat followed an ominous warning by Trump.
Doug Howlett's 11-year association with Munster comes to an end
The former All Black is leaving his role as the province’s head of commercial and marketing to return home.
Cork man accused of sexual assault and harassing four teenage girls on a bus 'told racist jokes', court hears
The man denies the charges.
Ministers to order State bodies to decarbonise under new Climate Action Plan
Public agencies will have to reduce food waste, promote water conservation, and roll out recycling practices.
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
Austrian far-right ministers to resign en masse following hidden-camera sting
This comes after one of their number, Interior Minister Herbert Kickl, was fired.
Refusal to allow child with 'complex educational needs' attend school during summer challenged in High Court
The action has been taken on behalf of a six-year-old boy who has Down Syndrome.
More woe for Offaly hurling as they replace management in bid to avoid relegation
‘Survival is essential,’ as two-time All-Ireland winner Joachim Kelly takes over from Kevin Martin.
Council gives green light to plans for €3.53 billion Intel facility in Leixlip
The planning authority has given the chip giant the go-ahead in spite of a small number of objections.
Man brings High Court challenge over IBTS policy on gay men donating blood
The action has been taken by 27-year-old Tomas Heneghan.
Irish Eurovision viewing figures were noticeably down compared to the last few years
A total of 284,700 people watched Saturday’s final.
RTÉ News hires new south-east correspondent after high-profile departure
Conor Kane is to take on the role that was held by Damien Tiernan.
Clinical trials involving Irish patients 'saved the health service €13m' over two years
A new report published today is calling for a scaling-up of clinical research infrastructure in Ireland.
The42's Emma Duffy wins 20x20 award for excellence in journalism on Women in Sport
Interview with teenage soccer star Isibeal Atkinson wins April prize.
Lidl recalls two batches of biscuits as ingredients not labelled in English
The FSAI announced the recall on its website this afternoon.
Eiffel Tower remains closed after climbing man causes evacuation
The Parisian landmark was put on lockdown this afternoon.
Warning issued over 'severe and increasing' threat to native crayfish species
Ireland holds one of the largest populations of the globally endangered white-clawed crayfish.
Semen staining containing Boy A's DNA found on ripped top discovered in room where Ana was found, court hears
Marce Lee Gorman said she found two areas of a black strapped top where semen was present.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Here's the map of Irish Blue Flag beaches for 2019
A total of 88 swimming spots received the accolade this year.
Taxi driver who sexually assaulted three women within two weeks jailed for 5 years
Mansoor Uddin pleaded guilty on the morning of his trial last February at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.
Bolton starlet Connell a surprise inclusion as McCarthy finalises squad for Euro 2020 qualifiers
The England-eligible teenager has impressed in the Championship this season.
Ryanair sees profits drop by almost 30% for the last 12 month period
Fare decline and fuel costs were cited as the reason.
The Explainer: Why are so many US states tightening abortion laws right now?
With a Supreme Court dominated by conservatives and a pro-life president, this type of shift in abortion legislation had been expected for some time – so what happens now?
Prosecutors issue formal request to hold Julian Assange on suspicion of rape
It’s the first step towards seeking his extradition to Sweden.
A milkshake has been thrown on Nigel Farage
The MEP candidate was canvassing in Newcastle when it happened.
There's a familiar, spellbinding book atop the list of most borrowed from Irish libraries last year
Children’s books dominate the top 20 list released today by the Local Government Management Agency.
A new helpline for male victims of domestic abuse has been launched today
Domestic abuse can be physical, emotional or financial.
Doctors begin switching off life support in hugely controversial French case
The man’s parents have repeatedly launched court action to keep him alive — in defiance of his wife and five siblings who are in favour of his right to die.
Van Graan to take his time with review ahead of 'big summer' for Munster
The Munster head coach admits reinforcements are unlikely to be brought in for next season.
Passengers back on board with Bus Éireann as company reports a profit for 2018
n 2018, it carried 83.6 million passengers – a marginal increase on the previous year.
Have a Huawei phone? Here's how Google's new Android measures may affect you
The news from Google comes as a blow to the Chinese smartphone maker.
Ireland got the lowest number of votes at the Eurovision semi-finals this year
It wasn’t to be for Irish Eurovision hopeful Sarah McTernan last Thursday.
The 9 at 9: Monday
Here’s everything you need to know as the day gets started.
Doctors want cannabis risks highlighted, but campaigners says debate is conflating medicinal and recreational use
Medical experts said the government was ‘sleepwalking’ its way into supporting cannabis use in Ireland.
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Poll: Have you made up your mind how you'll vote in the local and European elections?
IT’S ONLY A few days now until the Irish electorate goes to the polls on Friday for this year’s local and European elections.
Over 2,000 people are bidding to be elected to local councils while it’s a very competitive field vying to be members of the European Parliament.
The posters have been up for several weeks and candidates have been on the airwaves outlining why they feel they should get your vote on 24 May.
We asked you at the beginning of this month if you’d made up your mind yet, and many hadn’t. So, at the beginning of election week, have you made up your mind how you’ll vote in the local and European elections?
Poll Results:
Yes to both (4283)
No (2490)
I won't be voting (1230)
Yes, but just for the local elections (749)
Yes, but just for the Euro elections (515)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Opinion: 'The Farage approach would strip the heart from democracy'
By Matthew Murphy - @Matt_Murphy15.
The Irish For: Let's settle the 'crack' versus 'craic' debate by looking at the evidence
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
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