Today’s News
Reports of February general election are 'speculation', says Varadkar
The Taoiseach spoke on RTÉ’s Marian Finucane show this morning.
LIVE: Connacht v Gloucester, European Rugby Champions Cup
Andy Friend’s charges desperately need a win to have a chance of getting to the knockout stages.
Katy Hayward: The very basis on which Northern Ireland was created has been ripped up by the election
Northern Ireland has elected a group of MPs more moderate and more diverse than the parliament they are entering, writes Katy Hayward.
LIVE: Liverpool v Watford, Premier League
Jurgen Klopp’s side will expect to keep the momentum going at home this afternoon.
Status Yellow snow/ice warning in place for the country until tomorrow
The warning will remain until 11am on Sunday.
How to gift-wrap without all the waste this Christmas
Here’s a guide to a lower-waste wrapping experience.
Former president of Sudan jailed for money laundering and corruption
Al-Bashir is wanted on charges of war crimes and genocide in another court.
Government warned about increased threat of foreign espionage in Ireland
An update to the White Paper on Defence 2015 was published this week.
Festive delights: Here's what to expect at Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa this Christmas
From sumptuous menus to luxurious accommodation.

Event Guide: Looking for something to do? Here are some Christmas events this weekend
Whether you want to enjoy a festive show or some Christmas crafts, we’ve got you covered.
UN climate talks run into overtime, with best results set to fall short of recommendations
The aim of the negotiations is to finalise the rulebook for the 2015 Paris climate accord.
Common sense, a JCB and a punch that never happened - Key moments of the UK election campaign
There were tough times for both the Tories and the Labour Party, but there was one clear winner at the end.
Poll: Do you think Johnson will 'get Brexit done' by 31 January now there's a Conservative majority?
The party had its strongest election performance since Margaret Thatcher in the 1980s.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Here’s all the news you need to know as you start your day.
'Live and extremely dangerous': ESB warns people not to take risks with electricity this Christmas
People are being warned to never use ESB poles to hang outdoor Christmas lights.
Divers search in polluted waters for bodies of two volcano victims
Six bodies were taken off the volcano in a recovery mission yesterday.
50% of people are planning a more environmentally-friendly Christmas
That’s according to a survey carried out by Amarach Research for RTÉ’s Claire Byrne Live/TheJournal.ie.
‘We got you this evening, John; we were in first’ - the culture that put Skibbereen Rowing Club on the map
In an extract from Something In The Water, Kieran McCarthy paints a picture of the extraordinary West Cork medal factory.
Scottish league footballers appear in court over alleged assault of man in Dublin city centre
Montrose FC Midfielder Liam Callaghan and forward Craig Johnston appeared at Dublin District Court.
Leo Varadkar signed off on former Taoisigh special support plan four months after taking office
New documents obtained under FOI detail what would be involved in the supports.
Yesterday’s News
US Supreme Court agrees to hear cases next year over release of Trump's tax returns
Trump has been seeking to block access to his tax returns and other financial records in lawsuits.
The Liverpool starting XI from Klopp's first game in charge highlights the fantastic job he's done since
It was confirmed today that the manager has signed a new contract to remain with the Reds until 2024.
Johnson says he has an 'overwhelming mandate' to take Britain out of EU by end of January
Johnson lead the Tories to a massive victory in the general election.
'Racist and anti-Semitic' Belgian festival removed from UNESCO's heritage list
A float caricaturing Orthodox Jews with hooked noses and sitting on gold bags outraged Belgium’s 40,000-strong Jewish community.
Want to have a Christmas you’ll never forget? Here’s everything you need to know about Millionaire Raffle
There’s a limited number of tickets available.

Classy Cooney hammers home Six Nations claim as Ulster notch win away to Quins
The scrum-half provided 19 of Ulster’s points in a stunning display in London.
Jail for young mother who imported more than 1.5 kilos of cocaine into Ireland
Hyonaru Moreno received a sentence of two and a half years.
'A most wonderful Christmas present': HSE to reimburse cost of new cystic fibrosis treatment
About 1,200 children and adults have Cystic Fibrosis in Ireland.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
Man (20s) charged over handbag robbery and assault in Co Cork
The incident happened on 1 December on Castle Road, Bandon.
Scottish independence referendum has 'never been more urgent', says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon wants Boris Johnson to transfer the power to hold this referendum to the Scottish parliament.
'Extremely distressing': Children's chemotherapy sessions at Crumlin Hospital postponed due to bed shortages
The hospital said admissions dates are periodically changed due to issues such as the demand on available beds.
'Why would my leadership be in any doubt?': Arlene Foster on DUP's election outcome
For the first time, nationalist parties have more MPs than unionist parties.
Knock-on delays expected as rail services resume at Tara Street Station
Services were suspended while emergency services dealt with a “trespasser” on the tracks.
Roads reopen and delays expected as housing protest finishes in the centre of Dublin
Last Friday, protesters also blocked off Aungier Street in a housing protest.
Jo Swinson hints woman should replace her as Lib Dem leader after losing seat in general election
Swinson lost her seat to the SNP in East Dunbartonshire overnight.
Articles of impeachment against Trump approved by House of Reps committee
The president is set to face charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
FactCheck: Did Arlene Foster bring an Irish passport to the polling station?
The claim has been circulating around Twitter and Facebook with a close-up image of the burgundy passport.
The 5 at 5: Friday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Know your sport? The Sports Quiz of the Week is here
Here are this week’s eyebrow-raisers.
China says it has reached 'phase one' trade deal with the US
The deal includes a progressive rollback of tariffs and the protection of intellectual property rights.