# danger

All time

Council warns of the dangers of driving off into the sunset

The council said that while “we can’t change the position of the sun”, there are steps you can take to prepare yourself for driving against the autumn glare.

8.4k

Oct 15th 2013, 7:30 AM

# danger

How often do radioactive materials go missing in Ireland?

The Radiological Protection Institute tells us more about the stolen lightning preventers, what they are and when the last time radioactive materials were stolen.

6.6k

Oct 13th 2013, 5:00 PM

# PSNI

Crossbow shot through window in Belfast

There was a woman in the flat at the time of the attack.

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Oct 9th 2013, 9:42 AM

# only in ireland

Danger! Cows on the loose on M3 in Meath

Motorists have been asked to take extra care.

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Oct 1st 2013, 5:57 PM

# Japan

Sun, sand, surf and radiation in the shadow of Fukushima

As news broke this week of toxic water leaking from the plant, surfers say they are worried – but not enough to stay out of the waves there.

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Sep 8th 2013, 8:15 AM

# U-S-A

Indoor eagle release goes as well as can be expected

That is, not very well at all.

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Aug 29th 2013, 10:50 AM

# Emergency

Yosemite fires cause tourists to flee national park

A state of emergency has been declared in some parts of California.

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Aug 23rd 2013, 11:59 AM

# danger

ESB warns public: don't swim in reservoirs

Hidden dangers may include obstacles, deep waters and uneven ground, the ESB said.

10.8k

Jul 18th 2013, 6:54 PM

# why?

Here's what happens if you put an iPhone in a microwave

Why would anyone want to find out? It’s art, of course!

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Jul 15th 2013, 12:09 PM

# Tragedies

Teenager dies in fourth drowning this week

The 19-year-old drowned at a lake in county Roscommon last night.

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Jul 12th 2013, 8:53 AM

# Lost

‘Personal location transmitters for fishermen should be mandatory’ says Doherty

Sinn Fein’s Pearse Doherty wants location devices to be worn by all fishermen who are out at sea.

4.4k

Jun 14th 2013, 7:45 AM

# logging on

8 dangers of using your phone on the toilet

We’re only here to help.

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Jun 12th 2013, 12:51 PM

# Barbecue

Not to ruin your weekend, but your BBQ might give you cancer

Research shows that your barbcue may be cooking up some dangerous chemicals, but don’t worry, we have tips on how to avoid it.

16.0k

Jun 8th 2013, 8:30 AM

# Don't Try This At Home

VIDEO: People jump off restaurant rooftop into Liffey

This is seriously dangerous…

38.7k

Jun 6th 2013, 6:21 PM

# brave

An Austrian man tip-toed along a line strung 185 metres off the ground yesterday

Reinhard Kleindl studied particle physics before becoming a professional slackliner.

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May 26th 2013, 3:40 PM

# danger

Drugs bought on the internet 'can contain rat poison', warn pharmacists

Pharmacists have said people who buy drugs online are risking their health – and possibly their life.

7.4k

Apr 28th 2013, 7:30 AM

# detergent danger

Call for industry to tackle dangers of detergent to children

Labour TD Ciara Conway said she is examining what can be done to ensure children are not at risk of danger from these pods.

7.4k

Apr 4th 2013, 6:45 AM

# mountain safety

Your smartphone won’t keep you safe on mountain hikes

If you’re heading out on a hike, take a good old-fashioned compass and map with you.

10.8k

Mar 5th 2013, 6:40 AM

# Domestic Violence

Domestic violence victims turned away 2,537 times in 2011 from overcrowded refuges

Calls from domestic violence services said: “It shouldn’t take days, weeks, months or sometimes years for a woman’s needs to be met.”

4.5k

Mar 2nd 2013, 7:40 AM

Voices

Column: What are the real dangers in our eating habits?

There’s a key problem with most of our diets – and we probably don’t even realise it, writes Sarah Keogh.

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Dec 28th 2012, 8:30 PM

# danger

Warning that Coronation St gas accident is a real danger

A storyline on today’s episode centres around a deadly gas boiler – and there are warnings as around 10,000 gas boilers were illegally installed in Ireland last year.

14.8k

Dec 26th 2012, 10:57 AM

# Crime

The 10 most dangerous cities in America

Every year the FBI compiles data on crime in America. Here’s what the figures show are the ten most dangerous cities in the US.

26.1k

Nov 11th 2012, 9:45 AM

# Frankenstorm

America prepares for superstorm

Hurricane Sandy could mix with a winter storm to create what has been dubbed ‘Frankenstorm’.

8.2k

Oct 27th 2012, 7:39 AM

# danger

Sandusky runs risk of sexual assault in prison

Meanwhile, the ex-football coach’s lawyer says the 68-year-old will speak before his sentencing.

4.4k

Oct 8th 2012, 8:31 PM

# danger

EU brings in new rules on public awareness of industrial hazards

Member states have to draw up emergency plans for areas surrounding industrial plants who work with large quantities of dangerous substances.

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Aug 14th 2012, 7:30 AM

# Bears

Bears break into sweet shop, cars searching for food amid US drought

An exceptionally dry summer has depleted bears’ usual food supplies of berries and vegetation – pushing them further into residential areas.

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Aug 9th 2012, 9:20 AM

# Well read

The Sunday Papers: some of the week's best sportswriting

Take your time, cool off in the shade with some of our favourite articles from the past seven days.

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May 27th 2012, 8:17 AM

# SNACK FOOD

How not to... video your child at the zoo

Dressing your baby as a zebra and showing him to the lions – probably not the best idea.

8.9k

May 4th 2012, 11:27 AM

# Recall

SANYO recalls microwaves that "may cause severe electric shock"

The company has asked the owners of specific models of microwaves to unplug the microwave straight away and contact SANYO.

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Jan 27th 2012, 12:21 PM

# South Africa

World's most dangerous beach shut after shark attack

A South African surfer was mauled by a shark on the infamous Second Beach on Sunday afternoon.

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Jan 17th 2012, 1:44 PM

# Health

Oxygen levels dropped dangerously at children's hospital

Medical Independent uncovers ‘near miss’ at Temple Street hospital when stocks ran low during the freezing conditions of last December.

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Jul 15th 2011, 8:39 AM

# cliff fall

Man falls from cliffs at Howth

Walker suffers head, leg and spinal injuries after falling during hike.

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May 9th 2011, 10:25 AM