Today’s News
Here's a list of MPs elected in Northern Ireland
The latest results from the 18 constituencies in the North.
LIVE: Exit poll predicts thumping victory for Boris Johnson and the Conservatives
We’ll be with you throughout the night as the counting starts and we find out who’ll get the keys to Number 10.
Yesterday’s News
UK exit poll: Conservatives set for huge majority and mandate for Brexit
Tonight’s exit poll was released seconds after the polls closed at 10 pm.
'Rejoice': UK papers react to Boris Johnson's near-certain election victory
The UK papers are already reacting to the exit poll, which predicts victory for Johnson.
FAI board member John Earley resigns 'in the best interests of Irish football'
The move comes just under a week after the FAI president announced that he is stepping down.
The Late Late Show will feature a special tribute to Shane MacGowan this week
The musician will sing ‘Fairytale of New York’ during the show.
All you need for Christmas dinner - and gifts from €2.49: Check out this week’s great Lidl deals
Here’s what you’ll find in store.

Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
The UK election, Mick Wallace’s house and Dessie Farrell made the headlines today…
Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend?
What’s a must-watch, and what’s a miss? We tell you.
Fiery clashes in House judiciary committee ahead of crucial vote on Trump impeachment
The deeply partisan committee is preparing to send charges against Donald Trump to the full House of Representatives.
Online fraudster who conned music fans has Dunnes Stores size business, judge says
Aaron Moran has 36 previous convictions “and a lot relate to deception”, Ennis District Court heard.
Dublin appoint Dessie Farrell as new senior football manager
The 1995 All-Ireland winner takes over from Jim Gavin.
7 life-saving fire safety tips all parents should know, according to an expert
From avoiding electric fires to keeping lighters out of reach.

All night long: Here's how long you'll need to stay up if you're planning an election all-nighter
Our guide to what to look out for over the next 15 hours.
Prince Andrew 'is a wonderful man who has gone through enormous pain', says Sarah
The Duchess of York said claims surrounding her ex-husband was “all nonsense”.
HSE urges high-risk people to get flu vaccine as virus is 'actively circulating'
The latest figures show that the flu rate has spiked.
Here's your guide to how TheJournal.ie will have you covered for the UK General Election
Our team will be working overnight to bring you all the latest updates and analysis in the UK’s momentous election.
Dáil ethics watchdog the third body to rule itself out of investigating Dara Murphy complaints
The finance minister has said he will look for an alternative way to investigate the complaint.
Planning a sustainable Christmas? Make Gourmet Food Parlour your first stop
Reusable cups, pasta straws and mouth-watering menus.

Independent chairperson to do 'thorough analysis' before deciding on FAI appointment
The arrival of four external members to the football body’s board has been made a priority by sports minister Shane Ross.
Man in his 40s arrested over 2015 murder of Peter Murphy in Co Cork
The body of Peter Murphy was discovered by his landlord in his rented house in February 2015.
'The amount of scanning he does before he gets to the breakdown is phenomenal'
Ulster’s John Cooney has been a class apart this season.
The 5 at 5: Thursday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Clerk defends Oireachtas printer purchase and says it makes 'financial sense'
The clerk of the Dáil said the business case for buying the printer is still sound.
'Chill Greta': Trump mocks Thunberg after she was named Time's Person of the Year
In response, Thunberg changed her Twitter bio to read “Currently chilling”.
Varadkar hopes UK election produces 'decisive' outcome
The Taoiseach said he’d be staying up late to watch the results roll in.
Irish Times ban remains as Communicorp invites The Currency back on air
Last month, Communicorp effectively banned journalists from The Currency appearing on the group’s stations.
Garda convicted of assaulting RTÉ cameraman during street protest
The incident occurred in February 2016.
Dáil passes Sinn Féin bill proposing immediate rent freeze
The Rent Freeze (Fair Rent) Bill 2019 was brought forward by Sinn Féin’s Eoin Ó Broin.
Andy Ruiz Jr branded an 'elephant' and a 'disgrace'
Frank Warren has heavily criticised the fighter after he came in overweight for his title rematch against Anthony Joshua.
Voters reportedly leaving queues, as long lines form at polling stations
“It’s about 20 times busier than it was in 2017.”
Mick Wallace agrees to give bank keys to Clontarf home after Christmas
The court earlier heard that Wallace threatened to burn down the property.
'Chronic pain is particularly acute for children': Issue of children's consultant stepping down raised in Dáil
The issue was raised by TD Dara Calleary in the Dail today.
Defence Forces assist gardaí in searches that uncover drugs and ammunition in Limerick
One of the operations took place on open ground in the small town of Cappamore.
'Treated like cattle': Justice Committee chair says 'profiteering' use of hotels for asylum seekers should end
The Justice Committee today launched its report into Direct Provision.
Organic bottled infant milk recalled due to presence of fish
The product label did not declare that it contained fish.
'It has had quite a violent past': Bertie Ahern explains his role in Bougainville referendum
The former Fianna Fáil Taoiseach also said that he reckoned Boris Johnson would get an overall majority.
Investigation into how top prizes were not included in some National Lottery games being considered
Here’s what you need to know about top prizes not being included in some National Lottery games
Man who stabbed Japanese student in Dundalk found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity
The jury spent 24 minutes considering their verdicts.
Filibustering of Judicial Appointments Bill 'led by lawyers' says Ross
The Bill passed in the Seanad by a slim margin of 25 votes to 23.
Direct Provision should be 'replaced' or 'fundamentally reformed', Justice Committee concludes
The committee heard from stakeholders in relation to Direct Provision over the summer.
Controlled explosion carried out at Scottish polling station, police say item was 'non-viable device'
The police said that it was a non-viable device.