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Universities and colleges scrap all in-person exams taking place during the Covid-19 pandemic
Online exams or rescheduled exams will take place instead.
Yesterday’s News
Simon Harris to sign new regulations giving gardaí powers to enforce social distancing measures
Until now, gardaí have effectively been powerless to deal with people who do not comply with regulations.
'Unlikely' that officials will recommend lifting Covid-19 restrictions after Easter Sunday
Current restrictions were initially expected to be in place until 12 April.
Tickets for The Script's two free concerts for healthcare workers went in less than 30 minutes
The band’s lead singer said they wanted to show their appreciation for the hard work of those in the healthcare sector.
Former TD says there is ‘push back’ in Fine Gael against female candidates
Kate O’Connell said gender quotas are not helping more women make it in politics.
'I really feel like I’m there in person': Caroline Foran tries out a virtual house viewing
A virtual viewing allows you to explore a Glenveagh showhome and speak to an agent, all in real time.
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Nissan Ireland issues recall notices for 1,468 Micras
Nissan said it is possible that there are cracks in the passenger airbag.
CMO says Dublin won't be singled out for stricter measures with growth rates similar nationwide
Dublin has the highest number of confirmed cases at 3,061.
36 more deaths and Boris Johnson remains in intensive care: Today's Covid-19 main points
There are now a total of 5,709 confirmed cases in Ireland.
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
A friend recommends: Sarah Rowe on her favourite books and TV shows at the moment
The GAA and Aussie Rules star recommends Oprah Winfrey’s ‘What I Know For Sure’, James Smith’s ‘Not A Diet Book’ and some Disney+.
Woman charged with public order offences after allegedly coughing on garda
The woman was part of a group who were found to be drinking together earlier today.
'Nefarious actors are at the root of Covid-19 fake news - and they are part of dangerous geo-political games'
We have a habit of thinking in Ireland that the likes of Russia, China or the alt-right in the United States have no interest in our country. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case, writes Ireland South MEP Billy Kelleher.
Show Mick McCarthy respect but not sympathy - this is the life he chose
Having already endured the Saipan fall-out, the last thing Mick McCarthy needed was another popularity contest, Mick versus Kenny coming 18 years after McCarthy versus Keane.
New ethical guidelines for medical staff say 'stringent restrictions on ICU admission' are needed during the pandemic
Concerns have been raised about the guidelines in relation to disability rights.
'It simply isn't true': Health officials dismiss US report which says Ireland is past Covid-19 peak
The new data suggested that Ireland would see just over 400 coronavirus-related deaths by August.
Your evening longread: How MySpace changed the face of music
It’s a coronavirus-free zone as we bring you an interesting longread each evening to take your mind off the news.
Quiz: How well do you know the James Bond films?
Put your knowledge to the test.
GOAL: We hope to learn lessons from the west when tackling any African Covid-19 outbreak
Dr Enida Friel of GOAL says Covid-19 will not be beaten until it’s beaten by all countries.
Covid-19: Ireland is still way short of its testing targets, but where do we rank globally?
Ireland has now completed 42,484 tests for Covid-19.
Government sets aside €15 million to ensure continued operation of ferry routes
The money will cover a minimum three month period in order to ensure the continuity of the services.
HSE has failed to honour a contract to pay for medical ventilators, court hears
Narooma claims the HSE has failed to comply with the contract and has not paid it the money it says it is owed.
The Remote: The Big Fella, ancient Egypt, and a pig - your weekly TV guide
From the youngest members of the family to teenagers to mum and dad, we’ve got you covered here.
Coronavirus: 36 more deaths and 345 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The figures were released at a Department of Health briefing this evening.
Boris Johnson remains in intensive care but is 'breathing without any assistance'
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab provided the public with an update on Johnson’s condition this afternoon.
Thousands start to leave Wuhan in China as ban lifted on outbound travel
Yesterday, China reported no new coronavirus deaths for the first time since January.
Five to appear in court over deaths of 39 Vietnamese nationals in lorry
The bodies of the 39 people were discovered in a refrigerated container last year.
Cork fabric company to alter some of HSE's shipment of personal protective equipment to make it suitable for use
Much of the equipment which arrived in from China has been deemed unsuitable for use.
'Fans would come up and openly call me a b******s ' - The challenges of being an Irish manager in Ireland
Stephen Kenny is only the third Irish manager in almost 50 years to live in the country full-time. Eoin Hand and Brian Kerr talk to The42 about the unique pressures of being home-based.
The 5 at 5: Tuesday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock
WHO: Wearing facemasks can limit Covid-19 spread but could also 'create a false sense of security'
The World Health Organization updated its guidance on the wearing of masks.
Elderly and vulnerable reach out as helplines receive 8,000 calls for assistance
ALONE charity received 3,121 calls in four days.
Explainer: The UK doesn't have the equivalent of a tánaiste, so who's in charge right now?
Dominic Raab is deputising for Boris Johnson, but it’s a bit more complicated than that.
Woman to stand trial accused of attempted murder of two young sons
The court heard it was alleged that the woman made threats to kill while on a visit.
JP McManus Pro-Am at Adare Manor postponed for 12 months due to Covid-19 crisis
The tournament will take place on 5-6 July 2021 at the same venue.
Taoiseach appeals to members of the public not to travel to holiday homes this Easter weekend
Some fear the long weekend and milder weather would draw people out of their homes.
Pope tweets of 'unjust sentence' as Cardinal George Pell has child sex abuse conviction quashed
Cardinal George Pell was released from prison today.
Governments north and south sign memorandum of understanding to boost Covid-19 cooperation
Both jurisdictions will aim to adopt “similar approaches” where appropriate, Minister Simon Harris said.
More than 850,000 people now claiming Covid-19 unemployment benefits
Tánaiste Simon Coveney also confirmed the Department of Foreign Affairs has helped some 4,600 Irish citizens return home.
Financial assistance available for Irish citizens struggling to afford commercial flights home, says Coveney
Ireland is undertaking the ‘biggest repatriation effort in the history of the state’ said the Tánaiste.
Belfast researchers launch clinical trial for Covid-19 patients using umbilical cord cells
The trial is being led by professors at Queen’s University, Belfast.
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Poll: Should social media companies do more to tackle the spread of Covid-19 misinformation?
MESSAGING APP WhatsApp today introduced new measures to curb the spread of misinformation on its platform.
The move will see messages, including video content and images, restricted from being forwarded to more than one person in one go.
The app previously allowed messages to be forwarded to up to five people in one go but with the large volumes of misinformation around Covid-19 being circulated, the company, which is owned by Facebook has moved to restrict forwarding.
Other social media companies have also tried to combat misinformation on their platforms by including links to the World Health Organisation and the HSE.
So today, we’re asking: Should social media companies do more to tackle the spread of Covid-19 misinformation?
Poll Results:
Yes (4605)
No (868)
I'm not sure (175)
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'Nefarious actors are at the root of Covid-19 fake news - and they are part of dangerous geo-political games'
By Billy Kelleher - @BillyKelleherTD
GOAL: We hope to learn lessons from the west when tackling any African Covid-19 outbreak
By Dr Enida Friel
Dr Enida Friel of GOAL says Covid-19 will not be beaten until it’s beaten by all countries.
Brid Smith: 'We need to take on the market forces that are profiteering from this pandemic'
By Brid Smith - @bridsmith
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