EVERY MORNING, TheJournal.ie brings you the stories you need to know as you kick off your day.

1. #SEX: There has been an increase in the number of men getting tested for an STI after the Irish Six Nations games.

2. #BAN: Ireland could be the next country to face heavy criticism from Europe’s top human rights watchdog over the lack of a ban for smacking of children.

3. #DWYER TRIAL: It was a difficult week for the jury sitting on the Graham Dwyer trial as judge warns of graphic material.

4. #WATER CHARGES: Protesters are expected to march on RTÉ today.

5. #MONEY: The Irish Independent reports that the Revenue Commissioners has collected almost €20 million from medical consultants following an investigation.

6. #INTERVIEW: Enda Kenny was in TheJournal.ie offices this week. Here’s what we learned.

7. #1916: Sinn Féin delegates have backed a motion to ban any British royal or government member from attending the 1916 commemorations.

8. #CHARLIE’S HOUSE: The Irish Times reports that Abbeville’s new owners have no plans to redevelop the former Taoiseach’s home.

9. #WEATHER: It’s going to get pretty windy today, with gusts up to 100km/hr.