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Monday 20 March 2023 Dublin: 11°C

# midnight

Last year
2022
# Your Say
Poll: Taylor Swift has released a new album; do you like her music?
‘Midnights’ is described as the tale of 13 sleepless nights in Swift’s life.
All time
# Quiztime
Quiz: What do you know about these midnight-related songs and films?
‘Midnight’ is mentioned frequently in songs and films – and in news stories this week.
# pressure zones
These are the 23 towns where rent caps will be extended to from midnight
Galway City will join Dublin and Cork city as a ‘rent pressure zone’.
# Shooting Stars
All eyes on the sky: A meteor shower will be visible over Ireland tonight
Everyone can join in the viewing, with no equipment necessary.
# get on the floor
Japan has overturned a 67-year-old law banning dancing after midnight
It was introduced to protect the country’s youth from the more liberal attitudes of US citizens.
# and tonight we're gonna party
7 stages in the emotional rollercoaster that is New Year's Eve
Strap yourself in.
# Operation Protective Edge
Fragile Gaza ceasefire enters second day
Talks are due to take place in Cairo today aimed at securing a permanent ceasefire.
# sink hole
The sinkhole that swallowed a Florida man has grown deeper
The 20-foot by 20-foot sinkhole that probably killed Jeff Bush on Thursday evening is continuing to sink slowly.
# sink hole
Man swallowed by sinkhole under bedroom
The Florida man was feared dead after the floor gave away last night.
# Dilemma
The burning question*: New Year's Eve - worth staying up for?
It’s New Year’s Eve, so let TheJournal.ie distract you from the countdown with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
# Oh fliuch
It's raining, so here are 6 things to cheer you up
Longest day of the year, you say? So what if it’s not sunny – these might make it better…