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Friday 24 January, 2020
Divers recover body in search for missing Wexford fisherman
The recovery operation began at 10am today.
Gardaí investigating after horse stabbed to death in 'horrendous' attack
The attack took place in a stables in Longford.
Explainer: What is coronavirus and should we be worried?
At present, the new virus appears to be “weaker” than SARS in its current form.
'Our friendship will remain': EU chiefs sign off on Brexit Withdrawal Agreement
The UK is set to leave the EU at the end of the month.
It's going to get cold and wet this weekend - with a chance of snow on Sunday
Met Éireann is predicting some snow and sleet for Sunday.
Thursday 23 January, 2020
FactCheck: The claims made by Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin in the first leaders' debate
Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin clashed last night in a debate on Virgin Media One. We’ve looked at the main claims.
Wednesday 22 January, 2020
Northern Irish parties say 'no thanks' to £1,000 pay rise amid public anger
The leaders of the five main parties said they would seek to have the pay rise deferred.
Two crèches set to close following Tusla inspections
The two crèches are in Dublin and Wicklow.
Ahead of polling day, sign up to get all the latest news and analysis on the general election
All eyes are now on who will form the next government.
Tuesday 21 January, 2020
Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin disagree on Sinn Féin inclusion in election TV debates
Sinn Féin has criticised the head-to-head debates between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.
Sunday 19 January, 2020
New diaries reveal how a top Irish diplomat helped James Joyce's family flee Nazi-occupied France
Seán Lester was the last Secretary General of the League of Nations and tried to help Joyce as he fled the Nazis.
Saturday 18 January, 2020
The strangest thing about Northern Irish politics? There's a government, but no opposition
Some credit the short-lived opposition for helping to expose the ‘cash for ash’ scandal.
Friday 17 January, 2020
South Dublin County Council sued by homeless couple for failing to decide housing support application
The High Court heard that the council had failed in its duty towards the couple.
Wednesday 15 January, 2020
'I'm still in shock': Pop star Billie Eilish becomes youngest ever artist to record James Bond theme
Billie Eilish will record the theme song for the upcoming James Bond film.
Human remains discovered in burnt-out car in Drumcondra
The remains were found this morning.
Woman charged with murder of Irishman in London last year
Adrian Murphy was found dead in June 2019.
Major traffic disruption expected with hundreds of farmers and tractors set for Dublin protest
Gardaí expect that around 400 tractors could form a blockade in the city centre.
Tuesday 14 January, 2020
This will be the first Saturday general election since 1918
Some referendums have taken place on Saturdays.
Over €750,000 worth of drugs seized by Gardaí in raid in Ballyfermot
A man was also arrested during the search operation in Dublin.
Monday 13 January, 2020
From today, same-sex marriage is now legally recognised in the North
The first marriage ceremonies should take place in February.
Ireland has no plans to follow the UK and introduce civil partnerships for opposite-sex couples
The government said that there are no plans to change the law in Ireland.
Sunday 12 January, 2020
Sink or swim: Ireland's public swimming pools need a lifeline - here's why
The ebb and flow of government funding is the core problem facing public pools.
Friday 10 January, 2020
Man charged after alleged serious assault in Drogheda
A man in his 20s has been arrested and charged.
Wednesday 8 January, 2020
A 'least worst' and 'carefully calculated' tactic: Why Iran chose to carry out this morning's strikes on bases housing US troops
Trump has said that new economic sanctions will be imposed on Iran after the strike this morning.
What do we know about the Iraq air bases targeted by Iran?
Two US air bases were targeted by Iran.
PSNI chief sorry for Christmas Day photo with armed officers in Crossmaglen
The photo, which Simon Byrne posted on Twitter, attracted considerable criticism.
Tuesday 7 January, 2020
'A genuine national institution': Tributes paid to veteran broadcaster Larry Gogan
President Michael D Higgins was among those paying tribute to the late broadcaster.
'Iconic' Punta Ventana stone arch collapses as earthquake hits Puerto Rico
Damage was caused across the island by the 5.8-magnitude earthquake.
Dramatic decline in J1 visa popularity prompts calls for government action
There has been a major decline in the number of Irish students travelling to the US on a J1 visa.
Monday 6 January, 2020
Dublin mental health centre issued with 'critical' risk rating by watchdog
The Jonathan Swift Clinic in Dublin was criticised by the Mental Health Commission.
Burger King's meat-free burger isn't suitable for vegetarians or vegans
The Rebel Whopper, which launched in the UK today, has been available in Ireland since last year.
Overcrowding in Cork hospitals leads to cancellation of some surgeries
The overcrowding has been made worse by flu season, according to the HSE.
Sunday 5 January, 2020
Economic disaster, diaries and hand-dryers: Inside the most powerful government department
From the Cuban Missile Crisis to Roger Casement statues, the Department of Finance is involved in nearly every government decision.
Quiz: How well do you know Galway?
How much do you know about the 2020 European capital of culture?
Saturday 4 January, 2020
What's the average price of a house in Ireland? It's the week in numbers
Plus: The number of people who went without beds in Irish hospitals in 2019.
Thursday 2 January, 2020
'GPs see a lot of coughs at this time of year': HSE warns people off antibiotics to treat coughs
The HSE is reminding people that most coughs should not be treated with antibiotics.
Hillary Clinton appointed chancellor of Queen's University Belfast
Clinton is the first woman to be named as the university’s chancellor.
The citizens' assembly on gender equality will meet for the first time this month
Ninety nine people will take part in the citizens’ assembly.
Wednesday 1 January, 2020
'A grand experiment': Northern Ireland's creation will be commemorated in 2020
The Government of Ireland Act was passed in December 1920.
Bóthar charity says it's no longer considering sending livestock embryos to developing countries
The charity flies Irish livestock, such as cattle and goats, to countries around the world.
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Poll: Should homework be banned at primary school level?
THE GREEN PARTY’S election manifesto was launched at the weekend, and one of its standout points was a proposal to phase out homework for primary school pupils.
Some academics have argued that there is no evidence to support the benefits of giving young children homework, and others have suggested that it may even be detrimental to their development.
The move was previously explored by an Oireachtas committee, while at least one Irish school has already stopped giving homework to primary school pupils.
But what do you think? Should primary schools stop giving pupils homework?
Poll Results:
No (1755)
Yes (1689)
I don't know/No opinion (160)
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Opinion: How would I, a refugee in Ireland, vote in this election?
By Evgeny Shtorn
Voting is a privilege and homelessness is the biggest challenge, writes Evgeny Shtorn.
How I Spend My Money: A 23-year-old clerical officer on €23,000 who lives in Louth
By TheJournal.ie reader
The Irish For: Cúpla focal for the happy couple
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
Wedding prayers and toasts can sound so beautiful in Irish, writes Darach Ó Séaghdha.
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