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Missing 23-month-old girl and her father found safe and well by Roscommon gardaí
Jasmine Arshad and her father Shiraz Arshad were missing but have since been found.
Saturday 11 July, 2020
Why was the Covid-19 app so successful in Ireland?
HSE CEO Paul Reid called the Irish roll out the “most successful launch of this app anywhere in the world”
Friday 10 July, 2020
Fáilte Ireland may target Northern Irish visitors to bolster tourism trade
More and more people will be staying on the island for a holiday this summer.
Wednesday 8 July, 2020
'My comments were clumsy': Drugs minister sorry for RTÉ cocaine comments
Frank Feighan had said people in RTÉ were ‘snorting cocaine all over the place’.
College post-lockdown: Tips for getting used to 'virtual study', from students who've tried it already
Not sure if you’ll be able to stay focused in your own living room? We asked some remote study veterans for advice.
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Here’s what made the headlines today…
Tuesday 7 July, 2020
'A powerful tool': How does the new Covid-19 contact tracing app work?
The app launched late last night.
Monday 6 July, 2020
Taoiseach says full reopening of pubs on 20 July 'could be delayed' if the rules are flouted
Meanwhile the LVA said that the images of drinkers in Dublin over the weekend were a major concern.
Poll: Have fears of contracting Covid-19 stopped you visiting shops, pubs and cinemas?
While the country is busy again, the pandemic hasn’t gone away.
The 9 at 9: Monday
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
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Sunday 5 July, 2020
Quiz: How well do you know traditional (and not so traditional) Irish foods?
Know your coddle? This quiz won’t be a doddle.
US envoy praises Northern Ireland as it's 'done a really good job' of tackling Covid-19
Mick Mulvaney said that the Northern Irish parties had all worked well together.
'Appalling': Local TD condemns suspected arson attack in Dundalk
The house, in Clontygora Court, caught fire at around 3.35am this morning.
Status Yellow wind warning issued for 17 counties
The warning is valid from 11am today and will remain in place until 6pm this evening.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to an incident on the M4
Gardaí are ‘anxious’ to identify the vehicles and men involved.
The 9 at 9: Sunday
Here’s all the news you need to know this morning.
Saturday 4 July, 2020
In Galway and Cork, concerns grow about 'sharp increase' in homelessness in coming months
Staff who work with Simon Community say the last few months have been a struggle.
Phil Hogan hopeful of Brexit deal but says the ball is in the UK's court
The fourth round of Brexit trade talks ended a day early this week.
Three men to appear in court over violence and criminal damage in Mullingar
The three men were arrested on Friday.
'His remorse is genuine': Taoiseach backs Barry Cowen over drink-driving ban
The taoiseach said that he was first made aware of the incident on Friday.
Quarantine to remain as ministers put travel 'green list' on hold beyond 9 July
The ‘green list’ is expected to be published on 20 July.
Man arrested after shots fired at gardaí in Cork
The man, who is in his 20s, was arrested following a car chase.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Here’s all the news you need to know this morning.
Don't expect to get to the beach this weekend - there's going to be a lot of rain and wind
According to Met Éireann, today will be mostly cloudy and misty, with outbreaks of rain and drizzle in most places.
'Radio Boyne' and an Ulster Fry: How the Orange Order is celebrating a socially distanced 12 July
The Orange Order has cancelled parades this year because of Covid-19.
Thursday 2 July, 2020
Social distancing rules mean it's inevitable students won't be back in school full-time - ASTI
Teachers’ unions will appear before the Dáil’s Covid-19 committee today.
Wednesday 1 July, 2020
Over 30% of all plastic exported from Europe may not be recycled, according to Irish study
The work was carried out by researchers from NUIG and University of Limerick.
Gardaí issue warning after nearly 50 reports of dogs attacking livestock since March
In total, 47 incidents were reported between 1 March and 29 June.
Go west? Government set to appoint 17 junior ministers
The government has faced significant anger over the lack of geographical diversity among senior ministers.
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Micheál Martin and Boris Johnson spoke by phone about Brexit, Covid-19 and climate change
The UK prime minister congratulated the new taoiseach.
Monday 29 June, 2020
US Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana state law on abortion clinics
The Louisiana law is virtually identical to one in Texas that the court struck down in 2016.
Barbers and hairdressers say it's 'Christmas on steroids' - some even organised midnight openings
Across the country, people got their first hair cut in months.
Phil Hogan pulls out from race to take top World Trade Organisation job
Phil Hogan, Ireland’s EU Trade Commissioner, announced the decision this morning.
Saturday 27 June, 2020
Quiz: How well do you know these summer songs?
A quiz for a summer night.
Have you been affected by a stroke? Get step-by-step support and advice
Check out these resources from The Irish Heart Foundation.
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Can I catch Covid-19 twice? As the country reopens, people who have recovered have a few questions
Scientists are trying to better understand whether people can be immune after recovering.
Friday 26 June, 2020
Explainer: What's in the FF-FG-Green programme for government?
The details of the programme for government negotiated by the three parties.
'She was left vulnerable': 64-year-old woman awarded €10,000 after being fired over age and illness
The woman took a discrimination case against her employer, a residential disability service.
What will an art gallery or museum visit be like once they open their doors?
Some galleries are trying to make the experience as normal as possible.
Thursday 25 June, 2020
School meals for children to be provided over the summer, government confirms
There had been calls for the school meals programme to be extended over the summer.
FactCheck: Does Ireland have the highest Covid-19 infection rate for healthcare workers in the world?
The claim was made by INMO General Secretary, Phil Ní Sheaghdha.
Tuesday 23 June, 2020
Prison visits to resume across two phases
The Irish Prison Service suspended visits in March because of the pandemic.
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Poll: Do you use a reusable face covering?
FROM TODAY, FACE coverings are mandatory on public transport.
Masks or face coverings were already recommended on public transport, shopping centres or other places where social distancing may be difficult.
Cloth face coverings can be made at home and reused if they are washed regularly, but do you use a reusable one?
Poll: Do you use a reusable face covering?
Poll Results:
Yes (7026)
I have both (2392)
No, I use disposable ones (1666)
No I don't (1304)
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Opinion: We need serious help to 'stop burning stuff' to heat our homes
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