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156 people killed and hundreds injured after explosions strike hotels and churches in Sri Lanka
The explosions struck as worshippers attended Easter services.
Sitdown Sunday: How to change your life by doing... nothing
Settle back in a comfy chair and sit back with some of the week’s best longreads.
The 9 at 9: Easter Sunday
Here’s all the news you need to know this Easter Sunday morning.
The Irish For: Why do we remember things from TV and what does that mean for learning languages?
‘Thousands of Irish people know their rights if they’re arrested in America but not if they’re arrested in Ireland… and nobody would know what mitosis was if it wasn’t for Sabrina,’ writes Darach Ó Séaghdha.
Lock the door and activate the drone guard: The future of keeping your home safe
Sarah Harford looks at how technology could be set to upend our idea of a secure home.
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Taoiseach has no plans to beef up security for ministers after protests at their homes
Leo Varadkar says he has not added any extra security after protests at his home.
Cullen's Leinster put their European crown on the line against resurgent Toulouse
The two most successful clubs in European club rugby history go head-to-head in a heavyweight semi-final showdown at the Aviva Stadium today.
Cyclist (39) seriously assaulted in north Dublin
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.
Munster set sights on Pro14 trophy as barren run in Europe continues
‘We have come a long way as a team and as a squad,’ said Peter O’Mahony.
New Eddie Rocket's boss is planning a big expansion in Germany and beyond
The food industry veteran has an appetite for expansion.
Easter Rising commemorations to take place at GPO and Glasnevin Cemetery
Today marks the 103rd anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising.
Ten out of 19 maternity units have abortion services in place
The HSE has said that “service demand remains within the predicted limits” in relation to abortion services.
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Yesterday’s News
Sexton ignores increasing levels of scrutiny as he returns to lead Leinster into battle
‘I have been used to it since I have been in school. It’s not something I pay too much attention to.’
Quiz: Can you tell which Irish town you're in by looking at its church?
Where in the country?
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
A republican march, a gorse fire in Donegal and a blind sailor made headlines today.
Supporter banned from Ricoh Arena after confronting Billy Vunipola
The Saracens number eight was confronted on the pitch in Coventry.
Opinion: In Colombia indigenous protests follow communities being displaced and leaders murdered
Thousands of indigenous people have attended a minga -a collective action for the common good – in defence of life, writes Kieran Duffy.
'A disgusting attempt at intimidation': Republican group criticised for O'Connell Street march after Lyra McKee killing
The march comes less than 48 hours after the 29-year-old journalist was killed in Derry.
How many people were suspended from housing lists for refusing multiple offers? It's the week in numbers
Plus: The total number of ATMs stolen by criminal gangs north and south of the border.
Blind Japanese sailor completes non-stop Pacific voyage
This was Mitsuhiro Iwamoto’s second attempt
Saracens crush Munster's European dream as van Graan's side bow out
The English side were too powerful, too clever and too controlling in Coventry.
PSNI make fresh appeal after two teenagers arrested over killing of Lyra McKee in Derry
The 29 year-old was killed in the city on Thursday.
'They were just ordinary people': Descendants of 1916 volunteers take us to where their ancestors fought
Patrick Kilmartin and William O’Dea fought on the North Circular Road outpost and Mendicity Institute respectfully during the Rising.
Ireland's 'stable political environment' attracted a major HIV drug firm to Dublin
The Canadian company is in the process of getting its Trogarzo drug approved in Europe.
Gardaí investigating after gorse fire destroys house in Co Donegal
The fire spread throughout the afternoon from the Annagry area into nearby Dungloe and Kincasslagh.
Man airlifted to hospital after collapsing while walking on Carlingford mountain
Emergency services were alerted to the incident at midday.
As it happened: Saracens v Munster, Champions Cup semi-final
We went minute-by-minute as Munster set out to break their semi-final habit against a formidable Saracens side.
Three children hospitalised after suspected chemical leak at Letterkenny swimming pool
The conditions of those affected is not believed to be life threatening.
Labour MP Diane Abbott 'sincerely sorry' for drinking can of M&S Mojito on London train
Drinking alcohol on the TFL network has been illegal since 2008.
From the Garden: Learn how to really grow parsnips, earth up spuds and make wild garlic pesto
‘Most parsnip seed packets will tell you to sow them in February – don’t do it,’ writes Michael Kelly.
Body of missing Clare man found by fishermen
The man had been missing from his home since Wednesday.
Girl in critical condition after being stabbed in the neck in Armagh
The 15 year-old was stabbed at around 9pm last night.
'Murdered by cowards': Ireland's front pages unite in mourning for Lyra McKee
The killing of the 29 year-old was covered on all of Ireland’s front pages this morning.
Poll: Did you make it through to the end of Lent?
It’s not always easy to make it through the 40 days.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Here’s all the news you need to know this Saturday morning.
Plan for €5m Dublin food hall to go ahead after company overturns 10pm curfew
Michael Wright’s plan to redevelop St Andrew’s Church in central Dublin was approved last year.
'Many think we're wrong to leave the Dáil, others want us to f**k off out of here' - Mick Wallace
“If people of the far-right want to run, that is there prerogative – I am not of that ilk,” he said.
Two to appear in court over seizure of €1.3m worth of cannabis in Waterford
The drugs were seized from a grow house on Thursday.
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Poll: Did you make it through to the end of Lent?
IT’S THE FINAL day of Lent, with tomorrow – Easter Sunday – marking the end of the 40-day fast.
A per Christian tradition, people take a break from something tempting each year by making a Lenten vow in the run up to Easter.
But it’s not always easy to make it through, so today we’re wondering: Did you manage to make it through Lent without breaking your vow?
Poll Results:
I didn't give anything up (5360)
Yes (2141)
No (2094)
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The Irish For: Why do we remember things from TV and what does that mean for learning languages?
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
Opinion: In Colombia indigenous protests follow communities being displaced and leaders murdered
By Kieran Duffy
From the Garden: Learn how to really grow parsnips, earth up spuds and make wild garlic pesto
By Michael Kelly
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Finian McGrath claims he was 'thrown under the bus' by other ministers over drink-driving remarks
He previously claimed the new laws were being implemented unfairly.
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