Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

AP/Press Association Images

news wrap

Today's top stories in 6 seconds

Don’t have time to mull over the news? Here’s everything you need to know.

WHAT’S THE STORY?

1. #MARREF: Two people are challenging the result of the marriage referendum.

2. #HOSPITAL: A 102-year-old spent 26 hours on a trolley in Tallaght Hospital.

3. #CONTAINERS: Two pregnant women were among 68 migrants found in containers in England.

4. #GET UP: A boy’s letter about his granny not getting a seat on a train has gone viral.

5. #RIGHT TO DIE: A man who is a vegetative state can be taken off life support, Europe’s top court says.

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can make sure we can keep reliable, meaningful news open to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Support us Learn More

Author

Paul Hosford

Send Tip or Correction View all articles

Your Voice

Readers Comments

Defamation

Damaging the good reputation of someone, slander, or libel.
Racism or Hate speech

An attack on an individual or group based on religion, race, gender, or beliefs.
Trolling or Off-topic

An attempt to derail the discussion.
Inappropriate language

Profanity, obscenity, vulgarity, or slurs.
Spam

Advertising, phishing, scamming, bots, or repetitive posts.
Other