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Today’s News

Leader ratings: How did you rate the party leaders in tonight's Prime Time debate?

Miriam O’Callaghan and David McCullagh hosted the RTÉ debate this evening.

Leo Varadkar, Micheál Martin and Mary Lou face off in RTÉ leaders debate

It is the final time the three will debate before Saturday’s election.

Democratic Party's partial results: Pete Buttigieg leads Iowa with Bernie Sanders in second place

The start of the elections has been thrown into chaos.

Man arrested in Rathfarnham, Dublin, in relation to suspected €4 million mortgage fraud

Oover 109 suspect fraudulent mortgage applications were submitted.

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France opens probe into figure skating underage sex abuse claims

The inquiry will also “attempt to identify all the other victims who suffered… offences of the same nature”.

Patricia O'Connor murder trial: Jury shown CCTV of her family's movement at the time she was allegedly killed

Patricia O’Connor’s remains were scattered across Dublin and Wicklow.

Q+A: As the leaders of the 'big three' clash, here's what SF, FG and FF are promising in their manifestos

Examine some of the key general election promises ahead of tonight’s debate.

Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday

Here’s what made the headlines today.

'Wet and very windy' weather forecast on election day

Saturday is expected to be the first of a few unsettled days heading into next week.

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From The42 Katie Taylor's 'Super Bowl of women's boxing' may land closer to home than expected 50 50

Katie Taylor's 'Super Bowl of women's boxing' may land closer to home than expected

Taylor and longtime rival, seven-weight world champion Amanda Serrano, could clash in London for the Irishwoman’s undisputed title.

'You have to learn on your feet very quickly': First time TDs on adjusting to life in Leinster House

TheJournal.ie spoke with three candidates who have just completed their first term as TDs in Leinster House.

'World Athletics have let us down. I feel they were weak, and it makes me sad'

Irish Olympian Fionnuala McCormack vents her frustration as the governing body allow Nike’s controversial Vaporflys to be used in Tokyo.

Coronavirus: Department of Foreign Affairs advises Irish people in China to leave if their presence is 'not essential'

A new updated warning advises people to “avoid non-essential” travel.

Michael Healy Rae and Sinn Féin in the lead in Kerry, as Greens in the mix for 5th seat

The TG4 poll seems to indicate that support for the Healy Raes may be falling. Meanwhile, support for the Green candidate is at 9%

Opinion: We don’t want the crumbs from the table – childcare is in crisis and we need support

Cut the bureaucracy and fund childcare properly, writes crèche operator Margaret Connell.

Lesotho first lady charged with killing PM's ex-wife

Maesaiah Thabane, 42, will spend the night in custody after she came out of hiding and turned herself in to the police.

From The42 Minimal changes for Ireland, Deegan to debut, and Murray still the man at 9 Talking Points

Minimal changes for Ireland, Deegan to debut, and Murray still the man at 9

Keith Earls comes back into the matchday 23.

'Listen to us. Treat us as people': Messages for the next government from Dublin's homeless community

During this campaign, TheJournal.ie has been collecting views on the election from those experiencing homelessness.

Ahead of polling day, sign up to get all the latest news and analysis on the general election

All eyes are now on who will form the next government.

Tipperary general election independent candidate to be laid to rest on Thursday

Marese Skehan was a member of the highly respected and well-known Skehan family.

The 5 at 5: Tuesday

Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…

Dublin rent prices jumped by 3.5% in the last quarter, new Daft report shows

The national average price has dropped by 0.1%.

Man on trial accused of sexually assaulting four girls in creche

He has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.

US judge orders retrial of father and daughter convicted of killing Irishman Jason Corbett

A judge today ruled that a retrial should be held and said that “prejudiucial” errors had been made.

What's your big election question for Leo Varadkar? It's YOUR chance to ask

We want to know what matters to you. Get your questions in.

Gardaí launch investigation after man (50s) attacked on busy commuter train

The incident happened at around 7pm on near the Clonsilla stop in Dublin.

PSNI chief says Sinn Féin appearance at police recruitment drive 'seismic and historic'

Sinn Féin deputy first minister Michelle O’Neill said the PSNI had to be “reflective of the community it serves”.

Woman who was sent child sex abuse images on Whatsapp but deleted video prosecuted for possession

The court heard that Omo Delpin Omorouyi can no longer pursue her career as she cannot get garda vetting.

Recommendation for State's longest serving prisoner to be granted some days of escorted release accepted by minister

Serial killer John Shaw has been in custody for almost 44 years in Ireland.

From The42 Deegan set for Ireland debut off bench as O'Mahony and Henshaw start Team News

Deegan set for Ireland debut off bench as O'Mahony and Henshaw start

Garry Ringrose and Caelan Doris miss out on the clash against Wales due to injury.

Data protection inquiries launched into Google and Tinder over GDPR concerns

The two inquiries were announced by the Data Protection Commission today.

Survivors group 'concerned' that alleged child abusers could be allowed interview complainants

Tusla’s new guidelines mean social workers could have to “stress test” allegations during interviews.

From The42 Basketball Ireland lash out at government over FAI's €30m 'get-out-of-jail-free card' Double Standards

Basketball Ireland lash out at government over FAI's €30m 'get-out-of-jail-free card'

After a critical statement was released today, Bernard O’Byrne has revealed the extent of their frustrations to The42.

Explainer: Why was the election postponed in Tipperary and what happens now?

An independent candidate died yesterday – and now it looks like Tipperary won’t get to vote until the end of the month.

Coveney says the word change has been 'ambushed' and accuses Sinn Féin of 'con job'

Senior Fine Gael ministers went on the attack today as recent polls show them in 3rd place.

Conservative US radio host Rush Limbaugh says he has advanced lung cancer

Limbaugh told listeners he intends to carry on his radio show despite his diagnosis.

The 9 at 9: Tuesday

Here’s all the news you need to know as you start your day.

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