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Thursday 24 September 2020
The Lions plan to have a tour in full swing this time next year.
CEO Ian Flanagan joined the province last year after years of working in football.
“Who would have thought that after decades of asking you to come out, we’d be asking you to stay inside?” organisers said.
The 22-year-old, who is in his third year with Connacht’s academy, features in a new TG4 documentary.
Andy Farrell and Conor Murray both spoke about performing on the big stage – something their guest speaker, Bono, is an expert on.
A special task force was rolled out following a spate of gangland shootings in the area in 2017.
Jack Byrne praised room-mate and friend, Troy Parrott, after the Spurs youngster made his international debut last night.
Strict new Covid-19 measures are now in effect in the capital – here’s what they mean for you.
The Samoans are keen to follow in Japan’s footsteps with a shock win.
The Connacht man says he has been embraced by the Irish rugby public since moving to Galway in 2014.
Ireland captain Katie McCabe reflects on the positive reaction since opening up about her relationship with team-mate Ruesha Littlejohn.
Here’s everything you need to know as you start your day.
A LGBT+ group has been set up within the Houses of the Oireachtas.
The Hirschfeld Centre was burnt down 31 years ago.
Ireland captain Katie McCabe opens up about her relationship with team-mate Ruesha Littlejohn to mark the start of Pride month.
Referee David Gough confirmed the GAA has accepted an invitation to take part in the annual Pride festival.
In 2017, uniformed members of Gardaí marched in the gay pride parade in Belfast.
Conor Murray says his decision to stay with Ireland and Munster was quick and easy.
Laura Guest has gone from captaining Munster to inter-pro success to leading them as head coach.
Campaigners used the parade as an opportunity to call for same-sex marriage in Northern Ireland.
Pride in London said the group “forced their way to the front of the parade”.
Rylan believes he was a victim of homophobia at Eurovision.
Have the tissues at the ready.
The ex-DC United player will become the only active openly gay athlete in the United States’ top five sports leagues after Robbie Rogers’ retirement.
Even if you view Pride as nothing more than a celebration, it is still a protest, writes Danny Rigg.
A file will be sent to the DPP.
People will start gathering for Dublin’s Gay Pride parade from 11am today.
My only regret is not coming out sooner, writes Ayrton Kelly.
SoSueMe and Courtney Smith have been singing its praises.
Plenty of options.
“LGBTQ* people have greater visibility and acceptance than ever before.”
Ireland assistant coach Andy Farrell wants to see what the players are made of in Melbourne.
People wanted to talk to Varadkar about the Pride Parade, the Eighth Amendment and the cost of rent.
The vote is to happen on Monday.
Islington-born Millwall attacker Aiden O’Brien says he didn’t think twice about representing the Boys in Green.
Tinsmithing, education, and pride in who you are: the impact of one of the most momentous achievements for Traveller activists.
The Taoiseach says he wants to express his support for equality for all in Northern Ireland.
The PSNI hope to highlight the issue of hate crime through their attendance.
They’re mad for a few chicken wings.
IT’S BEEN A tough few months since the Covid-19 pandemic took hold of the nation.
Many people have been affected by job losses, isolation and a lack of social interaction, and the loss of loved ones.
Today, youth mental health charity Jigsaw said it saw a 50% increase in demand for its services in August this year compared to the same period last year.
There has also been an over 400% increase of traffic to its e-mental health platform over the last six months, a surge in demand for its schools supports and a month-on-month increase to calls to 1800 JIGSAW support line.
So, today we want to know: Has your mental health been affected since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
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Ministers condemn bishop's 'unchristian' call for boycott of LGBT pride events
It also sparked criticism from international figures Martina Navratilova and actress Patricia Arquette.
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