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Michel Platini arrested in investigation into 2022 Qatar World Cup
Former Uefa president taken into custody by French anti-corruption police.
Poll: Is banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in 2030 a good idea?
It’s being proposed along with an outright ban in 2045.
The 9 at 9: Tuesday
Here’s everything you need to know as you start your day.
Megadeth cancel most 2019 shows as frontman Dave Mustaine reveals cancer diagnosis
The heavy metal band has been forced to cancel the majority of shows in 2019.
'It's like a brand new space': We asked a colour consultant to transform this 'sparse' Dublin kitchen
Blue can be the warmest colour, learns jewellery designer Eimear Tolan.
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Dogs may have evolved 'puppy dog eyes' to communicate with humans
It turns out dogs have evolved human-like eyebrow muscles.
New Zealand man jailed for 21 months for sharing Christchurch mosque shooting video
Arps pleaded guilty to two charges of distributing objectionable material.
Bomb squad called to Lurgan graveyard after police searching for drugs find 'suspicious object'
The object was then taken away for further forensic examination.
Tory hopefuls to face BBC debate - but there's a second round of voting to contend with first
Boris Johnson remains the frontrunner to succeed Theresa May.
Mostly dry weather with top temperatures back up to 20 degrees today
There are still some rainy days ahead this week.
GLENVEAGH HOME MAGAZINE
'One overhead light is not enough': 7 bathroom décor mistakes everyone makes - and how to fix them
Father of Sandy Hook victim wins case against author who claimed the shooting never happened
The latest victory for victims’ relatives who have been taking a more aggressive stance against conspiracy theorists.
Free public transport ruled out despite Dublin being 'the slowest city centre in Europe'
Luxembourg rolled out free public transport last year.
Opinion: All children should have equal access to creative and artistic learning
Cost is a key barrier to the participation of children and young people in creative, recreational activities, writes Saoirse Brady.
Revenue worker who was fired after being caught 'red handed' selling contraband cigarettes loses appeal against dismissal
The details of the case are disclosed in a Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) ruling.
Justice Department hit with €27,000 levy by Dublin City Council for vacant site it is trying to transfer to the council
The site at 51A Old Kilmainham Road, Dublin 8, has been vacant for a number of years.
Defence Forces planning to spend estimated €700k on new Escort of Honour motorbike fleet
A cavalry motorcycle Escort of Honour is normally provided by the Defence Forces on ceremonial occasion.
Rotunda hospital chief warns of 'intolerable safety crisis' for premature babies Exclusive
Intensive care unit saw outbreak of infection affect eight babies – with the death of one infant referred to coroner.
Yesterday’s News
Mother helps save teenage son's life after sliotar blow stopped his heart beating
The boy was playing hurling when the incident occurred.
Cat filter accidentally left on during Pakistani minister's live press conference
“I wasn’t the only one, two officials sitting along me were also hit by the cat filter,” the minister said.
Lidl refused permission for a proposed new supermarket for a third time in three months
It was previously refused permission in Cork and Galway.
Two injured in shooting during NBA championship celebrations in Toronto
Injuries are described as ‘serious but not life-threatening’.
8 extremely doable spending swaps that’ll help you save for your next holiday
Save over €2,500 with these, says Eolas Money’s Brendan Reilly.
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15 former employees of well-known pub bring High Court action over alleged unlawful dismissal
One staff member claims he cannot get social welfare benefits because his employer never registered her as an employee with Revenue.
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
The funeral of Philomena Lynott, the government’s Climate Action Plan and a HSE strike made headlines today.
Four men arrested in connection with Lee Boylan shooting in Blanchardstown
€9,000 in cash was also recovered during today’s operation.
London Olympian Barr calls time on athletics career after injury frustration
The Waterford hurdler has hung up her spikes having accepted competing at Tokyo 2020 is no longer a possibility.
Body of drowned Indian magician found after Houdini-inspired stunt goes wrong
The performer had said he wanted to use the stunt to revive interest in magic.
'No decisions made' as to how Ireland will quadruple its carbon tax by 2030
The government’s Climate Action Plan did not give any detailed timeline of the changes to the carbon tax.
Strike by 10,000 healthcare workers to go ahead this Thursday
A 24 hour strike by healthcare workers will be held after talks at the Workplace Relations Commission ended without agreement.
Gardaí have 'serious concerns' for 55-year-old man missing for more than three weeks
When last seen he was wearing a blue sports cap, black jacket with a hood, bottle green-coloured chino trousers and navy Adidas runners
Man (40s) dies in quad bike incident in Donegal
He was taken to Letterkenny Hospital by ambulance but later transferred to Beaumont Hospital in Dublin.
'Action was taken and our fears were conquered': Varadkar inspired by his generation's acid rain and ozone layer threats
New government plans launched today include removing petrol and diesel cars, and doubling the reliance on renewable energy.
'Only ask real questions': Learn how to house-hunt like a pro at our exclusive event
Find out where you’ll get the best value for money and more at Feels Like Home on June 20.
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Dublin STI clinic struggles to cope due to lack of resources
The HSE has said that demand for the clinic’s service is beyond its capacity.
Ousted Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi dies after collapsing in court
Morsi was deposed by a military coup in July 2013.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
More electric vehicles and no congestion charge for cities: Here's what you need to know about the new Climate Action Plan
A scrappage scheme to encourage the uptake of EVs is to be considered.
Dart to launch text alert system aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour next month
The service will be live-monitored by central security.
'Nobody was taking any chances' - Medics praised after Tipp player airlifted to hospital
Nicole Walsh suffered the injury in the late stages of an All-Ireland championship game against Waterford.
Jury in Ana Kriegel murder trial retires for the day after over 11 hours of deliberations
This is the eighth week of the trial.
GRA 'distances itself' from 1985 comment that garda's pregnancy 'not appropriate behaviour'
President Jim Mulligan said he wanted to express the GRA’s admiration for the “dignity and bravery” of the former garda.
'Suspected explosion' causes earthquake near China-North Korea border
It was unclear what caused the explosion.
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Poll: Is banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in 2030 a good idea?
THE LONG-AWAITED Climate Action Plan was published yesterday, with the encouragement of electric vehicles one of the key recommendations.
Charge points for electric cars will be increased around the country with a scrappage scheme being considered to encourage drivers to get rid of their petrol or diesel car.
Moreover, the sale of new petrol or diesel cars is to be banned in 2030 and from 2045 no petrol and diesel cars will be allowed on the road. So what do you make of the new car sale ban?
Poll: Is banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in 2030 a good idea?
Poll Results:
No (581)
Yes (421)
Don't know (60)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Opinion: The State's refusal to compensate survivors of abuse violates human rights law
By Dr Conor O’Mahony - @ConorUCCLaw
The Irish For: A Bloomsday Breakfast with extra Subh Milis on Father’s Day 2019
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
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