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Wednesday 20 May, 2020
Great Saltee rat population to be 'eradicated' under plans to protect native seabirds
The 120-acre island, located 5 kilometres off Kilmore Quay, Co Wexford, is home to thousands of seabirds.
Sale of menthol cigarettes banned in Ireland from today
A European Court of Justice ruling four years ago declared that the flavouring is used to increase the attractiveness of cigarettes.
HSE letter outlines Direct Provision strategy but warns accommodation may be 'insufficient or unsuitable' for self-isolation
There have been 171 cases of Covid-19 among people living in Direct Provision including 13 clusters.
Tuesday 19 May, 2020
Botanic Gardens, Trim Castle and Farmleigh among heritage sites reopened as part of Phase One
The OPW closed most of its sites to the public following public health advice as Ireland worked to limit the spread of Covid-19.
Medical community should 'monitor' patients for post-Covid mental disorders, study warns
Looking at Covid-19 patients, 12 studies found evidence of delirium in serious cases.
Sunday 17 May, 2020
Coronavirus: 10 deaths and 64 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were released from the Department of Health this evening.
HSE's Reid admits 'tensions' with CMO over testing capacity but says 'we're on the same page now'
“There are tensions with many issues,” HSE CEO Paul Reid said this morning.
Saturday 16 May, 2020
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
Here’s what made headlines today.
Coronavirus: 15 deaths and 92 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were released from the Department of Health this evening.
Have you seen Gerry? Appeal to find missing Dublin teenager
Gerry Connors was last seen in the Store Street area of Dublin on Thursday.
Thursday 14 May, 2020
Revenue seize more than €90,000 worth of smuggled cigarettes at Dublin Port
The cigarettes were concealed behind air conditioning fan fittings that were headed for an address in Dublin.
The 5 at 5: Thursday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Wednesday 13 May, 2020
War of Independence mills grenade made safe after being found in Dublin canal
The Army Bomb Disposal Unit was called to the scene.
Childcare scheme for healthcare workers scrapped after only six providers apply
The scheme was launched last week and was due to begin on Monday.
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Here’s what made headlines today.
Revenue seize more than €500,000 worth of smuggled vodka at Dublin Port
Officers made the discovery when they searched an unaccompanied trailer that originated from Belgium.
Tuesday 12 May, 2020
'We know we need to get better': NPHET says testing result delays due to lack of automation
“Anyone who’s ever tried to get a PC to talk to a Mac…these things take time,” said NPHET member Dr Cillian de Gascun.
The 5 at 5: Tuesday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Monday 11 May, 2020
Three men arrested after €100,000 cannabis seizure in Co Offaly
Gardaà carried out a search at a house in Birr, Co Offaly today, where the seizure was made.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Hold me (back) now: What's all this about Johnny Logan and Dickie Rock?
Today has been dominated not by Covid-19 but a spat between two veteran Irish performers.
Sunday 10 May, 2020
'We've been firefighting': Inside the State's response to Covid-19 in Direct Provision
There are now 149 cases of Covid-19 in Direct Provision.
Friday 8 May, 2020
HSE confirms 1,600 people tested in Direct Provision for Covid-19 amid calls for clearer strategy
164 cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in Direct Provision centres.
Thursday 7 May, 2020
Department says nursing home recorded mid-February Covid-19 death 'in error' in mortality census
The graph and data have now been updated to reflect the amendment.
Debunked: No, Ireland's golf courses did not reopen on Saturday
A letter claiming to be from Golf Union Ireland stated golf courses were set to reopen on 2 May.
Wednesday 6 May, 2020
Asylum seekers continue calls to be moved out of Covid-struck former hotel in Kerry
The have been 22 confirmed Covid-19 cases at the former Skellig Star Hotel.
Tuesday 5 May, 2020
23 deaths and 211 new cases confirmed in Ireland, and WHO rebukes Trump: Today's Covid-19 main points
Here are the main points to know about Covid-19 in Ireland and around the world today.
Bus and rail union calls for compulsory face masks on public transport as restrictions ease
The NBRU has also called for temperature checks for all public transport workers.
Debunked: No, the British army is not setting up a 'military camp' at Long Kesh prison
A post on Facebook claims that the British army are to set up a ‘military camp’ at the site of the former Maze Prison.
Non-family sharing rooms in Direct Provision 'plainly contrary' to public health advice, Refugee Council says
Health Officials have confirmed 62 cases of Covid-19 in Direct Provision centres, including nine clusters.
Sunday 3 May, 2020
Council staff told to 'immediately' report intimidation incidents after protection payment court case
Dublin City Council’s Chief Executive wrote to staff in recent days.
Saturday 2 May, 2020
Only 'minor increase' in Dublin city centre traffic levels over last fortnight
New data released by Dublin City Council shows a 60%-70% decrease in traffic since mid-March.
Friday 1 May, 2020
Cocooners to be allowed leave homes but most restrictions to remain: Today's Covid-19 Main Points
Here are the main points to know about Covid-19 in Ireland and around the world today.
Man (40s) dies in suspected stabbing incident in Co Wexford
A man has been arrested by Gardaà following the incident.
Council investigated 400 short-term lets but won't be tracking rental ads during Covid-19
There has been speculation surrounding the number of rental properties in Dublin being advertised in recent weeks.
Wednesday 29 April, 2020
Who sits on the National Public Health Emergency Team and what do they do?
NPHET was established in January to lead Ireland’s response to Covid-19.
Tuesday 28 April, 2020
Poll: Are you more productive working from home?
According to a new survey from IrishJobs.ie around 90% of workers are now based at their homes.
The 9 at 9: Tuesday
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
Monday 27 April, 2020
Poll: Do you feel safe cycling in Ireland?
For years campaign groups and politicians have called for improved cycling infrastructure.
The 9 at 9: Monday
Here’s all you need to know as you start your week.
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Poll: Have you been reading more books than usual lately?
WHILE BOOKSHOPS AROUND the country have had to shut their doors in recent months as a result of the Covid-19 restrictions, many operators have turned their focus to online sales.Â
A huge demand for reading materials from stuck-at-home bookworms and stressed parents has given shops a lifeline.
Some independent bookstores in Ireland have been online for years, but others have had to develop websites in recent months as they closed up their stores.Â
TheJournal.ie spoke to some bookshop owners about how they have been managing and all noted that they were blown away by the demand for online orders during the shutdown.
So, today we want to know:Â Have you been reading more books that usual lately?
Poll Results:
Yes, I've been reading more (3739)
No, I've been reading at my usual pace (2665)
No, I don't read books (1459)
Not sure / no opinion (103)
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Money Diaries: A 43-year-old software technician on €35K working from home in Dublin
By TheJournal.ie reader
Our reader this week details how she’s working from home through the lockdown.
Covid-19 took our festival trade, so this summer people are using our tents in their back gardens
By Shane Ó CiardhubhaÃn
Larry Donnelly: An erratic Trump now leads a US further divided by Covid-19
By Larry Donnelly - @LarryPDonnelly
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