Irish

At least 51 killed in Pakistan transport tragedies, as boat full of children capsizes

The latest transport tragedy in the country has left ten students confirmed dead, while up to nine are still missing in the waters.

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# westminster

Tory chairman sacked by Rishi Sunak after ‘serious breach’ found in tax affairs investigation

It comes after an investigation into Mr Zahawi’s tax affairs.

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# leading role

Sexton still the central character as Six Nations gears up for another series

The Ireland captain gave the rolling Netflix cameras plenty to work with at the Guinness Six Nations launch in London.

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Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Memphis disbands police unit, life on Ireland’s islands, and a Defence Forces whistleblower speaks out.

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# 7 great reads

Sitdown Sunday: The man who repairs the world's most expensive violins

Settle down in a comfy chair and sit back with some of the week’s best longreads.

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3 hours ago

Voices

Opinion: Make no mistake - history shows us that Brigit was a boss

Dr Niamh Wycherley says Brigit (St Brigid) would have been a thick-skinned and defiant woman living in a misogynistic and restrictive society.

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# Jerusalem

Israel announces measures against 'families of terrorists' following attacks

Benjamin Netanyahu promised a “strong” and “swift” response to attacks carried out by two Palestinians from annexed east Jerusalem.

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# David Moran

'End of an era, he owes Kerry nothing' - The Kingdom midfield general

The 34-year-old called time on his inter-county career this week.

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# tyre nichols

Memphis disbands police unit after video of Tyre Nichols assault sparks outrage

The five police officers who participated in the beating stand accused of second-degree murder.

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# depopulation

The Explainer x Noteworthy: Is the State ignoring island depopulation?

Noteworthy’s Niall Sargent and islander John Walsh tell Susan Daly about what is needed to help our offshore islands thrive.

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# The bosses

New coaches add Six Nations spice but doubts remain for Wales and England

Warren Gatland returns with Wales as Steve Borthwick leads the English into the championship.

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# Solar Panels

Cumbersome grant system holding some back from solar PV uptake, says expert

The chair of the Micro-Renewable Energy Federation likened the experience of securing a grant to a “bureaucratic nightmare”.

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# Karina Molloy

Former soldier who suffered alleged abuse criticises Government and military leaders

Karina Molloy turned whistleblower on sexual abuse after a 30-year career in the Irish Defence Forces.

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THE MORNING LEAD

High and dry: Offshore islands a footnote in State priorities

A report by

Niall Sargent

Noteworthy talks to islanders waiting 25 years for policies to thrive and not just survive.

Islanders not directly involved in designing the State's first policy for the islands in 25 years

Our remaining 27 inhabited islands have a combined population of just 2,700 - and numbers are dropping

Islander: “There are cases of increasing population but few. It’s really hard to watch places going down.”

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Yesterday

28th January 2023

# Test Yourself

Quiz: How well do you know Steven Spielberg's films?

The filmmaker received his ninth Best Director Oscar nomination this week.

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# Division 1

O'Donoghue scores late equaliser to ensure Mayo share spoils with Galway

The Connacht rivals played out an absorbing clash in front 13,654 spectators at MacHale Park.

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Voices

Larry Donnelly: How will Irish politicians cope with an increasingly angry electorate?

Our columnist says the Donohoe affair and protests of recent weeks show that the political mood here has darkened.

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The Kia Sportage, one of Ireland’s most-loved cars, gets a close examination with the help of Kia.

# evening fix

Here's what happened today: Saturday

Your roundup of what made the headlines.

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16 hours ago

# On The Road

Dublin narrowly hold off Kildare to open Division 2 campaign with a victory

The sides clashed in the league opener at Croke Park.

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# RIP

Gardaí investigating after discovery of body on Clare beach

The alarm was raised at around 3pm when a couple out walking found the body at White Strand beach.

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# strength in depth

Under-strength Leinster outclass Cardiff in bonus point victory

Without their frontline internationals, Leinster still delivered a dominant victory.

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# Asylum Seekers

26 additional asylum seekers unable to be accommodated by State

A total of 81 international protection applicants could not be housed this week.

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19 hours ago

# Italian Job Done

Munster take maximum returns from 70-point thriller in Treviso

Graham Rowntree’s side scored six tries and overcame plenty of hurdles to overtake Benetton in the URC standings.

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# Natalie McNally

Violence against women scourge on society, Natalie McNally’s brother tells rally

The 32 year old was 15 weeks pregnant when she was fatally stabbed in her home.

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# Courts

Nephew of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch arrested for criminal trespass

Eddie Hutch Jr (47) was arrested at 10.56pm at a house six doors from his own home.

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# RIP

Toddler who died in choking incident in Skibbereen is laid to rest

Joshua Odonkor passed away on Wednesday evening.

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# dundarragh

Man arrested after shots fired earlier this week in Longford

Gardaí carried out a number of searches this morning following the incident.

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Sat 11:29 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Do you ever take domestic flights in Ireland?

UK regional carrier Flybe ceased trading today.

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Sat 10:18 AM

# dreams

The Irishman aiming for a Hollywood ending in Wales

Thomas O’Connor will be hoping to inspire Wrexham to another memorable cup upset on Sunday.

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Sat 10:00 AM

# Belmullet

22-year-old woman killed in single vehicle crash in Mayo

The woman was fatally injured when the car she was driving left the road and collided with a ditch.

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Sat 9:06 AM

Voices

The squeezed middle: What we should learn from the Great Recession of 2007-2013

By studying and learning from the effects of the Great Recession, policy makers can gain valuable insights into how to respond to the cost-of-living crisis.

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Sat 9:00 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Bodycam footage released showing fatal police assault of black man, fatal crash in Mayo, and a shooting in Israel.

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Sat 9:00 AM

# Rebel Pair

Athletics rivals, a 20-year friendship and 12 All-Ireland medals with Cork

Orlagh Farmer and Orla Finn both retired from the Cork Ladies recently.

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Sat 8:17 AM

# Tony Gallagher

Ex-Inspector says target focused leadership and 'stats' has left Garda morale on the floor

Tony Gallagher retired last year after a career which saw him decorated with a Scott medal for bravery.

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Sat 8:00 AM

# Camp Shamrock

Civil unrest over political vacuum makes for tense Lebanon visit for Tánaiste

Security for the Tánaiste’s trip to Lebanon was heightened due to protests in the region.

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Sat 7:30 AM

# Red Carpet

'It wasn't meant to cause offence. We didn't realise the uproar that'd come out of it'

It’s 20 years since Martin Johnson made his stand, as recalled by England legend Jason Leonard.

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Sat 7:00 AM

THE MORNING LEAD

UN refugee agency says it is 'completely unpalatable' that asylum seekers are homeless in Ireland

A report by

Stephen McDermott

The head of Ireland’s UNHCR office says the State can learn to accommodate current levels of asylum seekers.

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Sat 12:05 AM

Last week

22nd January 2023 - 28th January 2023

# Enoch Burke

School seeks to amend court documents used as part of its ongoing action against Enoch Burke

Burke attended the school again this morning.

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Updated Fri 10:50 PM

# accommodation crisis

Asylum seekers sleeping rough on the streets of Dublin: 'I don't know what's next'

55 asylum seekers have been left without anywhere to stay in recent days.

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Updated Fri 10:34 PM