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# Explainer

This week
21st July 2024 - 27th July 2024
'Screamed at': Why did a row break out at Catherine Martin's press conference on RTÉ funding?
25 Jul
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Netanyahu slams Gaza protesters and Iran in appeal before US Congress
The Israeli Prime Minister also called for US military aid to Israel be fast-tracked.
Updated 24 Jul
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Hostage families: 'We really hope Netanyahu's visit to the US brings some sort of deal'
24 Jul
US expresses 'serious concern' over 'unacceptably high' civilian death toll in Gaza
16 Jul
A 'coronation' for Kamala Harris? Here's what happens next in the race for the White House
Anyone who emerges to take on Harris is facing a steep challenge.
22 Jul
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Kamala Harris, the prosecutor turned Veep who's now a White House frontrunner
22 Jul
Endorsements and campaign funding pour in for Kamala Harris after Joe Biden drops out
22 Jul
Last week
14th July 2024 - 27th July 2024
What's causing the global tech outage and how is Ireland being affected?
Can’t top up your Leap Card? Can’t book an NCT? Here’s why.
19 Jul
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Two days on, here's everything we know about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump
15 Jul
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What we know so far about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump
14 Jul
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Trump assassination attempt: Ex-President calls for Americans to 'unite' and not allow 'evil to win'
14 Jul
'No place for this kind of violence': World leaders condemn assassination attempt on Trump
14 Jul
Last month
June 2024
Explainer: How gardaí and the Defence Forces interact when a soldier is charged with a crime
25 Jun
16.1k
Which Tories have been accused of betting on the date of the election?
20 Jun
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Aer Lingus pilots will begin work-to-rule next week - here's how it might affect holidaymakers
Members of the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association confirmed that the planned industrial action will take effect from 26 June and last indefinitely.
Updated 18 Jun
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Aer Lingus pilots confirm they will begin work-to-rule from Wednesday 26 June
18 Jun
Aer Lingus pilots vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike action in dispute over pay
17 Jun
The votes have all been cast, but when will we know the results?
8 Jun
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Elections: Should you vote the whole way down the ballot paper?
And what exactly is PR-STV? Allow us to explain.
Órla Ryan
Updated 7 Jun
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The Explainer: How does Ireland's system of voting work?
7 Jun
Who's running for the council in your area? Here's how to find out
7 Jun
We read local election manifestos so you don't have to: Here's what the 3 big parties promise
6 Jun
Voters go to the polls on Friday for the local elections - but what exactly do councillors do?
2 Jun
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This year
2024
What does the EU do? And what can it legislate and regulate?
Here are all the things that are in the EU’s exclusive remit to legislate and regulate.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
12 May
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Who's running in the European elections and what are the key dates to look out for?
A record number of candidates have declared their status in recent weeks.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
Updated 30 Apr
74.5k
Cross border migration row: How did Ireland-UK relations break down over asylum seekers?
And what’s the evidence for Helen McEntee’s claim that 80% of of asylum seekers crossed the border? Here’s what we know.
Updated 29 Apr
15.4k
Why did Scottish First Minister Yousaf resign and what's next for Scottish politics?
29 Apr
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Explainer: What does the new loan scheme for home energy upgrades cover and how can I get it?
24 Apr
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Why is Labour's deputy leader being called a 'hypocrite' by the Tories?
12 Apr
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MEPs will vote today on the EU Migration Pact: Here's what it means (in a five-minute summary)
Stephen McDermott
10 Apr
39.7k
Camped out in the Dáil canteen, Harris prepped to woo 'kingmaker' Independents
Meetings between Independent TDs and Simon Harris have been underway over the last two days.
4 Apr
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Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming European elections
Between the four days of 6-9 June voters across the EU will go to the polls to elect a new parliament.
31 Mar
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Confused about the Hate Crime bill? Here's a rundown of what it's all about
The bill has attracted considerable controversy in recent weeks.
29 Mar
27.1k
'Sausage making': What is an MEP and what do they do?
What exactly is an MEP? What do they do? And how does the job compare to being a TD, senator or councillor?
Got questions about what MEPs do ahead of the elections in June? Muiris O'Cearbhaill has got you covered.
This explainer details the many elements of the role of an MEP, including voting, negotiating and diplomacy.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
24 Mar
15.2k
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The EU is confusing - here's how all its bits work together
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
12 Mar
7.4k
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Explainer: Best and worst case scenarios as Ireland set to learn Euro 2025 fate
3 Mar
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Referendum Q&A: What will you be asked to vote on? And what exactly is a durable relationship?
People will next week be asked to vote on amending sections of the Constitution related to the family and the provision of care.
The votes, dubbed the Family Amendment and the Care Amendment, will take place next Friday
The Constitution currently only recognises families based on marriage and refers to a woman's place 'in the home'
Not up to speed on what the referendums are about? We've got you covered
Órla Ryan
2 Mar
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How Siún Ni Raghallaigh was left with no choice but to quit after another chaotic week for RTÉ
Here’s an explainer of the events that led up to Ní Raghallaigh’s resignation in the early hours of the morning – and the fallout.
23 Feb
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How has Belfast's overgrown Casement Park become the latest pitch battle around cross-border funding?
Many unionists say they would prefer no Euro 2028 games to be hosted in Northern Ireland if Casement is the venue of choice.
21 Feb
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Can committees compel Dee Forbes to appear before them? TDs say they're considering it
Updated 16 Feb
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The story of €450k: What we know about Breda O'Keeffe's RTÉ exit package
15 Feb
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Here's how to register to vote (or update your information) ahead of next month's referendums
15 Feb
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Measles: What you need to know about the disease, vaccines and who is at risk
A man in Leinster died after contracting the disease amid fears of an outbreak here.
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8 Feb
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8 Feb
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8 Feb
Adult with confirmed measles case dies in hospital in the Dublin and Midlands Health Region
7 Feb
Explainer: How does Northern Ireland appoint ministers - and who might get the jobs?
Updated 3 Feb
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What does UNRWA do and why are countries pulling their support for the Palestinian aid agency?
Ireland has been among UNRWA’s main defenders since allegations of staff involvement in the 7 October attacks surfaced.
31 Jan
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Explainer: Why are farmers in France blocking the motorways?
30 Jan
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What is the new deposit-return scheme for bottles and cans and how will it work?
The scheme is being rolled out from Thursday.
27 Jan
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Explainer: Who is Nikki Haley - the 'last candidate standing' against Donald Trump in the primaries?
23 Jan
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Explainer: Does the Dublin Regulation outline where IP applicants must claim asylum?
13 Jan
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Explainer: Why did the US and UK just launch airstrikes in Yemen?
12 Jan
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Explainer: 'No deal' in public pay talks, but why are they always so tense?
Unions have been seeking pay to be restored since a €4 billion austerity cut in 2009.
11 Jan
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