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Donald Trump tells Europe to take back captured IS fighters or the US will be 'forced' to release them
The White House is expected to begin the withdrawal of American troops from Syria in coming days.
'There are things I hold onto dearly - her class, her accent and her beautiful smile'
Italian football legend Carolina Morace pays tribute to her late friend Anne O’Brien, a pioneering, revolutionary but unheralded icon.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg helped change America - but her fight for gender equality hasn't been won
A new biopic about the Supreme Court Justice looks at her early years as a Harvard student and fledgling lawyer.
Man fined for exposure among 24 people reported for sexual assault at Irish colleges in six years
There were no reports of sexual assault by students in half of Irish colleges between 2012 and 2018.
LIDL FOOD MAGAZINE
Pasta, steak, roast dinner: 8 off-the-shelf sauces you can make better at home
Sitdown Sunday: The secret history of women in coding
Settle back in a comfy chair and sit back with some of the week’s best longreads.
The 9 at 9: Sunday
Here’s the headlines you need to know as you start your day.
The Irish For: What do these popular boys' names mean - and what can we learn from them?
Social trends are reflected in different names, writes Darach Ó Séaghdha, whose first name means “like an oak tree”.
Over two-thirds of people think Met Éireann should report weather warnings for the six counties
Its UK counterpart the Met Office is also aware of the issue.
QUIZ: How Much Do You Know About Ireland's Thriving Tech Industry?
The country is home to an impressive list of global tech companies. Do you know the ins and outs?
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British airline Flybmi blames Brexit as it announces it will cease operations
The airline had been unable to secure post-Brexit flying contracts in Europe.
Working group to investigate how to roll out free contraception for Irish women
People with outside expertise will sit on the new group, with a chairperson to be appointed shortly.
'I rang Brian to tell him I was going to retire... it took him nearly ten days to get back to me'
Jason McAteer looks forward to being reunited with Mick McCarthy at the Seán Cox Fundraiser in April.
Nicolas Maduro claims US has 'war plans against Venezuela' as Guaido mobilises aid volunteers
US aid has already arrived on the Colombian border as the country deals with a political crisis.
Call for wet wipes to have 'mandatory warnings' because of their damage to environment
The wipes contain plastic and can clog up sewers and cluster on beaches.
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Luxury residence with avant-garde interior in a former paper mill - yours for €1.4m
Former Fox News host Heather Nauert pulls out of bid to become next US ambassador to UN
Heather Nauert announced her withdrawal amid criticism that she lacked the gravitas for the top diplomatic post.
'I don't think I've seen one person drink a beer in my entire time there ever'
Irish marathon runner David Flynn on life in Morocco and his obsession with making the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Jury to consider verdict in trial of man accused of murdering former soldier
Warren O’Connor died from a single stab wound to the neck.
Gardaí have spent €20 million on private tow truck firms since 2012 Exclusive
Gardaí say it’s the price to pay for good police work.
Yesterday’s News
'The future of humanity hangs in the balance': Why the world could not handle a nuclear attack
An expert explains how we could be “headed for a nuclear arms race”.
Horgan shoots 0-16 to secure first hurling league win for Cork as they see off Clare
Seamus Harnedy’s goal was also crucial in tonight’s encounter in Páirc Uí Rinn.
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
A Dublin 8 protest, an accidental shot and a defrocked former cardinal made the headlines today.
8 small habits that could help your eye health this year
And how it’s good news if you like avocado toast, according to Dr Nigel Best.
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Man arrested by gardaí after walking into Dublin pub with a gun yesterday evening
Gardaí seized a number of firearms following the incident.
Opinion: Is public healthcare in Ireland failing because we've chosen the path to failure?
‘As we cry in frustration over the recurring ineptitude of the state to deliver decent public healthcare service for citizens’ Maebh Ní Fhallúin examines how we got here.
'Senseless. Stupid. Ignorant': Karl Marx memorial in London vandalised for second time this month
Red paint was thrown over the tomb of the 19th century philosopher.
How many food businesses received closure orders last month? It's the week in numbers
Plus: The number of slimming tea and coffee products that the FSAI has recalled.
Mullinalaghta dream dies in Thurles as 14-man Dr Crokes book All-Ireland final spot
The Kerry champions prevailed despite a red card for Johnny Buckley on Saturday.
Work finally begins to refurbish The Liberties' Peace Park
There’s been disagreement over whether a First World War memorial should be placed in the ‘peace’ park.
Gardaí issue appeal to find two men missing from Tallaght since early February
Gardaí believe Anthony Keegan and Noel Leeson travelled to the UK.
Dublin 8 locals protest Harry Crosbie's Vicar Street Hotel development
Dublin City Council gave the green light to the 185-bedroom hotel last month.
Shannon had the worst punctuality record of Ireland's main airports last year
Under 32% of all flights at the Clare hub were delayed in 2018.
'Being over here as a family is special' - Farrell excited to succeed Schmidt
The 43-year-old takes over as Ireland head coach after this year’s World Cup.
Lidl recalls batch of chocolate bars over allergy concerns
The bars could be a health risk to anyone with an allergy to nuts.
Investigation launched after Defence Forces member accidentally discharges weapon at petrol station
The incident happened at 9.30pm on Wednesday.
Funeral of footballer Emiliano Sala takes place in Argentina
The 28-year-old striker died in a plane crash on 21 January.
From the Garden: Celeriac is fabulously durable, and is useful for all sorts of recipes
This week, Michael Kelly took advantage of a quiet period in the growing season to take stock.
'The biggest crowd in years' - Pats' rousing win over Cork stirs enthusiasm
Three-and-a-half thousand people packed into Richmond Park for the opening night of the new season.
Parents of Novichok victim query why UK settled ex-spy Sergei Skripal in Salisbury
Dawn Sturgess died after coming into contact with a nerve agent allegedly used in last year’s poisoning of Skripal and his daughter.
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Poll: Do you remember how many points you got in your Leaving Certificate?
EARLIER THIS WEEK, a new study revealed that performance in the Leaving Certificate was a strong indicator of how a person would do in college.
The final school exams are a rite of passage for a huge number of Irish people, although most don’t exactly have fond memories of studying for them.
In fact, many people often like to forget about them as soon as their results are in, although for others, their results are something that will always be stuck in the back of their mind.
So we’re asking: Do you remember how many points you got in your Leaving Certificate?
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The Irish For: What do these popular boys' names mean - and what can we learn from them?
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
Opinion: Is public healthcare in Ireland failing because we've chosen the path to failure?
By Maebh Ní Fhallúin
From the Garden: Celeriac is fabulously durable, and is useful for all sorts of recipes
By Michael Kelly
This week, Michael Kelly took advantage of a quiet period in the growing season to take stock.
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