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Wednesday 8 July, 2020
New series of The Young Offenders to air on RTÉ One later this month
The series will air in the prime-time Late Late Show slot of 9.35pm on RTÉ One.
Depp accuses ex-wife of 'building a dossier' as an 'insurance policy' during libel trial against The Sun
Depp says that a claim he was violent towards his ex-wife is ‘complete lies’.
Confirmed: 2020 Ryder Cup postponed for 12 months
It means the competition will now take place in 2021 and every two years thereafter.
Irish Water to lift hosepipe ban at 5pm this evening following recent heavy rainfall
The ban was expected to remain in place until 21 July.
'Demand shot up': Meet the flour miller who kept home bakers happy during lockdown
Robert Mosse is the seventh generation of his family to make flour in Bennetsbridge.
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Stephen Kenny distances himself from Director title at revamped FAI
Kenny also confirmed James McCarthy is available for international selection, although the prospect of a return for Stephen Ireland looks unlikely.
Wage subsidy extension, cheaper loans and rates waiver to be discussed at July stimulus meeting
The July Jobs Stimulus Plan will be unveiled in the next two weeks.
CAO applications: Jump in demand for climate and transport college courses
The date for the main body of offers for students completing the Leaving Cert has not yet been set.
Taoiseach says Debenhams has treated its Irish workers 'very badly'
Some 1,500 Debenhams workers in Ireland have lost their jobs.
Plan to move people's barges off Dublin's Grand Canal stalled by heritage minister
Minister of State Malcolm Noonan said that he is hoping to establish a mediation process.
'Will I have to lie on a sofa?': The biggest myths about counselling for men - and the reality
With men’s mental health in the spotlight, why don’t more seek counselling? Experienced counsellor Bernie Hackett tackles the biggest obstacles.
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Boohoo launches investigation into claims staff were being paid well below minimum wage
The Sunday Times last weekend reported that staff at a warehouse in England were paid as little as £3.50 per hour.
Over 35,000 drivers currently driving on their fourth or subsequent learner permit
It emerged in recent days that Minister Barry Cowen drove on a learner’s permit when he was caught drink driving in 2016.
Poll: Who is the right person to lead the Green Party in government?
The first hustings of the leadership election took place last night.
'Missed opportunity' to promote women - Catherine Martin criticises Greens' cabinet appointments
While Minister Martin respects those appointed, she would’ve liked to see a woman promoted.
FAI begin eligibility process after Ogbene expresses desire to represent Ireland
The form of the 23-year-old winger helped Rotherham United to achieve promotion back to the Championship.
Excerpts from Mary Trump's tell-all book have been published - and the President's not happy
Trump has described that book as “fiction.”
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
Rain on course to smash usual July totals as another wet day is in prospect
There’s some dry weather in prospect for Saturday if you can wait that long.
World snowboarding champion Alex Pullin dies while spearfishing in Australia
“His enthusiasm was infectious and his impact on Olympic sport can’t be overstated.”
'It just beggars belief': Head of road safety group says questions remain over Cowen drink driving ban
The Agriculture Minister served a three-month driving ban in 2016 after being caught drink-driving.
Inside the creation of the GAA's first bamboo hurley
‘We feel that we’re probably making some of the best hurleys that have ever been created.’
There is 'emerging evidence' that coronavirus can spread beyond 2m by air - WHO
The World Health Organization said it would put out a new scientific brief within days after scientists pushed the issue.
Almost 90% of middle-ranking gardaí want spit hoods to remain as part of garda kit
The AGSI has reported that dealings with the public during the pandemic have been overwhelmingly positive.
EPA says Ireland greenhouse gas emissions to fall by 3% per year until 2030 (once government targets are met)
This projection, however, entirely depends on the Climate Action Plan 2019 being implemented in full.
Shoppers in Melbourne strip the shelves ahead of midnight lockdown
Australia yesterday confirmed a further 134 infections in the past 24 hours.
Chinese government opens a new headquarters in Hong Kong for its intelligence agency
The new headquarters overlooks Victoria Square, where pro-democracy protests took place.
Ghislaine Maxwell gets date for her first day in court
At the hearing, prosecutors will argue for Maxwell to remain behind bars without bail.
Have you hit lockdown fatigue? Two wellness practitioners have some advice for you
Wellness experts Margaret Young and Laura Linehan say many of us are experiencing lots of mixed emotions as we emerge from months of lockdown.
The Explainer: How Covid-19 brought misinformation to Ireland
And is it here to stay?
Council refuses digital screen at Stephen's Green claiming it would 'seriously injure' the look of the area
An application for a wraparound LED screen on a building on Frederick St and Dorset was also shot down last year.
Minister for Finance says he 'cannot mandate' how banks consider mortgages for people on wage subsidy scheme
A number of mortgage applicants have been told they cannot draw down their mortgage due to being on the scheme.
The average sale price of a home in Ireland was €254,000 last month - a fall of 3.3% on last year
The year-on-year change reflects a volatile market according to the latest housing report from Daft.ie.
Women 'dismissed' by doctors over mesh and epilepsy drug fears 'deserve apology'
Irish patient groups call for a State apology and similar inquiries here following the publication of a UK report.
Tuesday 7 July, 2020
Serbia reintroduces lockdown after highest daily Covid-19 death toll
The country’s president said a curfew will probably last from 6pm on Friday until 5am on Monday.
Trump administration formally begins withdrawal from World Health Organization
The withdrawal is effective in one year – 6 July 2021.
Brother pays tribute after death of world’s longest-surviving conjoined twins
Twins Donnie and Ronnie Galyon died on July 4 aged 68.
Man charged following seizure of handgun during search of car in Portlaoise
The seizure was made during a search of a car yesterday afternoon.
'But what about all the rain?': 3 myths about water conservation in Ireland, put to the test
We’re no strangers to wet weather, but that doesn’t mean Ireland is safe from water shortages.
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Leinster confirm Barry Daly's retirement from pro rugby at the age of 27
The prolific UCD wing will move to the US to continue his education.
Quiz: How well do you know your European cities?
Test your knowledge of these European cities.
'A source of deep regret': Barry Cowen apologises to Dáil over drink driving ban
The Agriculture Minister served a three-month driving ban in 2016 after being caught drink-driving.
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Here’s what made the headlines today…
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Poll: Would you visit an outdoor city centre swimming pool?
THE SPOTLIGHT IS once again on Dublin City Council after plans were revealed for a €15 million sea pool in Dublin city centre.
With Irish weather as unpredictable as ever, as evidenced by the lashing rain in the last week, are people really interested in an outdoor swimming pool in the city centre?
So this morning, we’d like to know would you visit an outdoor swimming pool if you had one in your vicinity?
Poll Results:
No (4938)
Yes (2138)
No opinion (189)
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Opinion: Ireland is in prime position to hold social networks to account - and we must
By Paul Tweed
Eoin Ó'Broin: Now is the time for the Government to borrow and invest in public housing
By Eoin Ó Broin
Professor Ruairí Brugha: We must close the pubs again - our health workers deserve better
By Ruairí Brugha
Have you hit lockdown fatigue? Two wellness practitioners have some advice for you
By Margaret Young & Laura Linehan
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