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Rescue operation underway as helicopter carrying Iran’s president 'crashes' in bad weather
https://www.thejournal.ie/rescue-operation-underway-as-helicopter-carrying-irans-president-crashes-in-bad-weather-6383916-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 16:33
One local government official used the word ‘crash’ to describe the incident but acknowledged to a newspaper he had yet to reach the site himself.
Eddie Hutch Jnr, a prominent member of the Hutch clan, has died after a long illness
https://www.thejournal.ie/eddie-hutch-jnr-a-prominent-member-of-the-hutch-clan-has-died-after-a-long-illness-6383848-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 15:54
Eddie Hutch Junior, who was in his 40s, with an address at Portland Place in the north inner city, was a nephew of Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch.
Independent and Social Democrats candidates blast RTÉ for exclusion from 'key' debates
https://www.thejournal.ie/independent-and-social-democrats-candidates-blast-rte-for-exclusion-from-key-debates-6383821-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 15:14
Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns says “something is seriously wrong” with the national broadcaster if it’s not platforming her party’s candidates.
Dublin-New York portal reopens with new blurring feature to curb unwelcome behaviour
https://www.thejournal.ie/dublin-new-york-portal-reopens-with-new-blurring-feature-to-combat-inappropriate-behaviour-6383794-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 13:53
The livestream restarted this morning at 9am Dublin time and 2pm Manhattan time.
New poll shows negligible change in party support but over half want more immigration controls
https://www.thejournal.ie/new-poll-shows-negligible-change-in-party-support-but-over-half-want-more-immigration-controls-6383771-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 13:30
The election in the locals and for the European parliament is just 19 days away.
Slovak PM's life no longer in danger, remains in intensive care
https://www.thejournal.ie/slovak-pms-life-no-longer-in-danger-after-shooting-remains-in-intensive-care-6383702-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 09:56
Fico has been in hospital since Wednesday when a lone gunman shot him four times, including in the abdomen.
Ireland has a new crop of 'celebrity candidates' - but what do people think of voting for them?
https://www.thejournal.ie/celebrity-candidate-po-6381350-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 08:30
According to a new poll, most voters prefer candiates with political experience.
Sitdown Sunday: How 67 letters found hidden in a wall uncovered a scandal in 1920s Baltimore
https://www.thejournal.ie/sitdown-sunday-longreads-longform-15-6378641-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 08:00
Settle down in a comfy chair with some of the week’s best longreads.
The 9 at 9: Sunday
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-9-at-9-sunday-161-6383694-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 07:58
Businessman Tony O’Reilly dies, man is charged with the murder of Northern Irish woman, and Tánaiste takes a trip to Lebanon – it’s the headlines.
Ireland is not a country where house prices are meant to fall
https://www.thejournal.ie/ireland-is-not-a-country-where-house-prices-are-meant-to-fall-6383690-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 07:42
The concept of falling house prices is not just alien – it actively goes against the way things are meant to work.
'It's very different being a victim of crime now to what it was 10 years ago'
https://www.thejournal.ie/victims-of-crime-support-eu-directive-6380697-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 07:00
Criminal law expert notes EU directive’s massive impact – but says Ireland is still only doing the minimum to support victims.
Gaza hospital says 20 killed in Israeli strike on Nuseirat refugee camp
https://www.thejournal.ie/gaza-hospital-says-20-killed-in-israeli-strike-nuseirat-6383683-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 06:57
The Israeli military launched a “targeted” operation focussing on the southern city of Rafah in early May.
European Elections: Northern Ireland deserves a seat at the table in Europe – it is unique
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/european-elections-6381545-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 06:30
Emma DeSouza says voters in the Republic also factor in Northern Ireland when they cast a vote in the EU elections.
Man charged with murder of 34-year-old woman in Belfast
https://www.thejournal.ie/man-charged-with-murder-of-34-year-old-woman-in-belfast-6383675-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 06:24
A 43-year-old woman and a 22 year old man have been charged with the offences of assisting an offender and of aiding and abetting a breach of bail.
Mayor calls on Govt to tackle immigration 'myths' as council launches info campaign
https://www.thejournal.ie/immigration-information-6380144-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 06:00
The council is one of the few local authorities in the country to have circulated a booklet to households on international protection.
Bruce Springsteen concert: Stage times and the best ways to get to Croke Park
https://www.thejournal.ie/bruce-springsteen-concert-6382729-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 05:30
Tens of thousands of fans will descend on Croke Park this evening for the legendary New Jersey rocker.
Tánaiste to visit Irish troops in Lebanon today and meet Government officials
https://www.thejournal.ie/micheal-martin-camp-shamrock-south-lebanon-unp-245-bint-jbeil-at-tiri-6383489-May2024/
Published: May 19, 2024 05:00
Martin will call to Camp Shamrock, United Nations Post 2-45, to speak to the 124th Infantry Battalion in UNIFIL.
Lowry matches lowest round in major golf history with 62 at PGA
https://www.thejournal.ie/shane-lowry-62-pga-2-6383666-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 23:25
The Offaly man had a putt to make the first 61 in major championship history.
'Whether they're from Donegal or Senegal, it makes no difference': A night at the Lighthouse café
https://www.thejournal.ie/tiglin-at-the-lighthouse-dublin-6382478-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 23:05
Hundreds of homeless people, from Ireland and further afield, visit the Dublin centre every day for food, clothes and friendship.
Businessman Tony O'Reilly has died aged 88
https://www.thejournal.ie/tony-oreilly-dies-aged-88-6383632-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 21:17
Taoiseach Simon Harris described him as a “giant of sport, business and media”.
Quiz: How much do you know about portals?
https://www.thejournal.ie/portals-quiz-6381200-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 21:00
There has been much talk of a certain portal this week.
Meet the 'replacements' who could take over seats in Europe if elected MEPs bow out
https://www.thejournal.ie/mep-replacement-explainer-6379523-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 20:00
Sisters, sons, press officers and councillors. This election, it’s all very inside baseball.
Cody the match winner as Kilkenny scrape past Dublin
https://www.thejournal.ie/kilkenny-dublin-3-6383614-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 19:58
John Donnelly scores 0-7 from play as Cats escape from Parnell Park with narrow win.
Kelly and D'Arcy goals fire Galway past 14-man Derry
https://www.thejournal.ie/galway-v-derry-2-6383603-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 19:55
Derry paid a high price for the first-half dismissal of All-Star Gareth McKinless.
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
https://www.thejournal.ie/headlines-round-up-saturday-6383558-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 19:01
Here’s your round-up of what made the headlines today.
Analysis: Biden may be slipping, but here's what he should do to win...
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/joe-biden-can-beat-trump-6381772-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 19:00
Our columnist says the odds are against Joe Biden, but there are things he could do to push hard for a win.
Emma Hayes signs off in style as Chelsea capture fifth WSL title in a row
https://www.thejournal.ie/chelsea-win-wsl-title-2-6383569-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 18:53
Chelsea finish as champions ahead of Manchester City on goal difference.
Two arrested as man stabbed this morning near O'Connell Street, Dublin
https://www.thejournal.ie/garda-stabbing-investigation-cathedral-street-dublin-1-oconnell-street-6383505-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 17:12
Gardaí and other emergency service personnel were called to the scene at 3.10am at Cathedral Street, Dublin 1.
State ceremony takes place in Dublin to honour 89 gardaí who lost their lives in line of duty
https://www.thejournal.ie/state-ceremony-takes-place-in-dublin-to-honour-89-gardai-who-lost-their-lives-in-line-of-duty-6383493-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 17:04
A total of 89 officers have lost their lives while in working in the service of the State since the force was formed.
Georgia’s president vetoes controversial law that has provoked weeks of protests
https://www.thejournal.ie/georgias-president-vetoes-russian-law-that-has-provoked-weeks-of-protests-6383477-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 16:04
President Salome Zourabichvili said the law contradicts Georgia’s constitution and ‘all European standards’, and added that it ‘must be abolished’.
Woman in her 80s injured in Dublin city centre assault
https://www.thejournal.ie/dublin-henry-street-woman-80s-injured-attack-6383448-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 15:03
The woman is currently receiving medical treatment in hospital.
Suspected cannabis worth €1 million seized from Ashbourne warehouse
https://www.thejournal.ie/e1-million-worth-of-suspected-cannabis-seized-from-ashbourne-warehouse-6383431-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 13:32
No arrests have been made but investigations are ongoing.
Climate protesters cause temporary closure of Munich Airport after gluing themselves to taxiways
https://www.thejournal.ie/climate-protesters-cause-temporary-closure-of-munich-airport-after-gluing-themselves-to-taxiways-6383418-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 12:58
Six protesters who caused the airport to temporarily close have been arrested.
Cyclist in his 70s killed in early morning crash in Dublin city centre
https://www.thejournal.ie/dame-street-dublin-fatal-road-crash-taxi-cyclist-6383396-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 12:04
Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision which happened at 5.25am.
Two people injured after car and truck collide on N1
https://www.thejournal.ie/two-people-injured-after-car-and-truck-collide-on-n1-6383361-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 10:13
Their injuries are non-life threatening.
Bodies of three hostages killed at 7 October music festival recovered in Gaza
https://www.thejournal.ie/bodies-of-three-hostages-killed-at-7-october-music-festival-recovered-in-gaza-6383346-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 09:15
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said: “We will return all of our hostages, both the living and the dead.”
Bottom of the class: Fianna Fáil running fewer women in local elections than any other party
https://www.thejournal.ie/bottom-of-the-class-fianna-fail-running-fewer-women-in-local-elections-than-any-other-party-6382375-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 08:30
Gender quotas exist for the general election, is it time for a rollout at local level?
Surrealing in the Years: We don't need AI to start freaking out about politics in Ireland
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/surrealing-in-the-years-48-6382297-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 08:30
Don’t worry, there’s also plenty of stuff about the Portal in here.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-9-at-9-saturday-150-6383323-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 07:57
Harassment while canvassing, more Israeli air strikes, and all eyes on Europe – It’s your morning headlines.
One more killed in French archipelago as troops try and restore order
https://www.thejournal.ie/one-more-killed-in-french-archipelago-as-troops-try-and-restore-order-6383314-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 07:28
Overnight, residents reported hearing gunfire, the drone of helicopter rotors and “massive explosions”.
Veteran broadcaster calls for 'much more scrutiny of what our MEPs are doing'
https://www.thejournal.ie/public-fund-for-eu-journalism-in-ireland-6380383-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 07:00
A veteran broadcaster has said there is a “dwindling pool” of Irish journalists based in Brussels.
Suspect in Slovakia PM shooting to appear in court today
https://www.thejournal.ie/suspect-in-slovakia-pm-shooting-to-appear-in-court-today-6383306-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 06:31
The Prime Minister is in a stable condition.
Opinion: Child-free restaurants? That's just insulting, we were all kids once
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/children-in-restaurants-6382278-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 06:30
Niamh O’Reilly looks at the phenomenon of restaurants banning children.
Israeli forces kill senior Palestinian militant in Jenin, wound eight others
https://www.thejournal.ie/israeli-forces-kill-senior-palestinian-militant-in-jenin-6383302-May2024/
Published: May 18, 2024 06:19
The Palestinian Ministry of Health said one person was killed and eight were wounded.
'Their face was twisted up in anger': Election hopefuls share stories of abuse at the doors
https://www.thejournal.ie/harassment-abuse-election-candidates-canvassing-6379889-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 23:05
One candidate had racist abuse shouted at him before the person attempted to knock him from a ladder as he put up election posters.
Morikawa grabs PGA lead as Schauffele starts, Scheffler moves into tie for third
https://www.thejournal.ie/morikawa-scheffler-golf-pga-championship-2-6383247-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 21:22
The action is ongoing in the second round at Valhalla.
Lawsuit filed against Spotify for allegedly underpaying artists and publishers
https://www.thejournal.ie/spotify-sued-underpaying-artists-6383203-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 20:40
The lawsuit against Spotify USA was filed in New York yesterday by the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC)
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
https://www.thejournal.ie/evening-fix-friday-75-6383137-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 20:00
Here’s your round-up of what made the headlines today.
Security guards attacked at site set for Ukrainian refugee accommodation in Clonmel
https://www.thejournal.ie/security-guards-clonmel-attacked-ukrainian-refugee-accommodation-6383181-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 20:00
The site is currently being developed in preparation for the establishment of 82 modular homes,
My story: 'When you become chronically ill, you quickly learn that health is everything'
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/multiple-sclerosis-3-6383147-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 19:19
Sarah O’Connor tells of her diagnosis of autoimmune disease, and how she’s learned to thrive since.
Hamas says commander killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon near Syrian border
https://www.thejournal.ie/hamas-commander-killed-israeli-strike-lebanon-6383158-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 19:15
Hamas’s armed wing said commander Sharhabil Sayed was killed “after he was targeted by Israeli occupation aircraft” in Lebanon’s West Bekaa area.
'They deserve the truth': President Higgins lays wreath at Monaghan bombing memorial
https://www.thejournal.ie/monaghan-bombing-memorial-6383131-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 18:47
Higgins said it is a “matter of profound regret” and “unacceptable” that no-one had been held accountable for the atrocities.
Man convicted of attacking Nancy Pelosi’s husband with hammer sentenced to 30 years in jail
https://www.thejournal.ie/man-convicted-attacking-paul-pelosi-jailed-6383124-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 18:30
David DePape was found guilty of attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official.
Two men arrested after gardaí seize over €238,000 worth of cocaine and cash in south Dublin
https://www.thejournal.ie/cocaine-cash-seized-south-dublin-6383107-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 18:16
The seizures were made in the Sallynoggin and Ballybrack areas.
Trinity drops disciplinary action against students involved in protests
https://www.thejournal.ie/trinity-su-6383095-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 18:15
The college has not dropped the fine against the SU however.
Motorcyclist killed in collision with lorry on M50 this morning as Gardaí appeal for witnesses
https://www.thejournal.ie/motorcyclist-killed-m50-lorry-6382995-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 16:56
The driver of the lorry, a man in his 50s, was taken to hospital for assessment.
The 5 at 5: Friday
https://www.thejournal.ie/5-at-5-402-6382922-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 16:02
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Irish Life Health to hike prices by an average of 5.3%
https://www.thejournal.ie/irish-life-increase-6382775-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 15:51
The changes are due to come into effect from 1 July.
UN refugee agency 'concerned' by Government plans to cut payments to Ukrainians in Ireland
https://www.thejournal.ie/unhcr-concerned-ukrainian-refugees-ireland-payment-cut-6382825-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 15:41
UNHCR also encouraged the Government to make it easier for Ukrainian refugees to find work and rent their own accommodation.
Georgia unrest: 'The Kremlin is relishing the falling out between the ruling party and the EU'
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/georgia-unrest-6382727-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 15:32
Donnacha Ó Beacháin looks at the recent political turmoil in Georgia and assesses where it will all lead.
After 17 years, RTÉ's controversial Operation Transformation has been axed
https://www.thejournal.ie/operation-transformation-5-6382838-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 15:25
The RTÉ weight-loss series has been running since 2008, with its 17th season airing earlier this year.
Three gardaí face trial accused of burglary and perverting the course of justice
https://www.thejournal.ie/gardai-trial-burglary-6382779-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 15:06
One of the officers faces an additional offence for the false imprisonment of a woman in 2021.
Ukrainians in hotels paying for hot meals won't have to do so if payments are reduced
https://www.thejournal.ie/welfare-cuts-ukrainians-children-6382280-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 14:55
The Ukraine Civil Society Forum says some 13,000 children could be pushed into poverty.
Man arrested on public order charge after incident involving European candidate Malachy Steenson
https://www.thejournal.ie/malachy-steenson-public-order-incident-arrest-dublin-6382726-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 14:17
Steenson alleged on Wednesday that he had been the subject of an ‘assassination attempt’ after an incident outside his office.
Vatican changes rules on recognising reported visions of Mary and other 'supernatural' phenomena
https://www.thejournal.ie/vatican-changes-rules-recognising-visions-supernatural-6382698-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 13:59
“As a rule” the church is no longer in the business of authenticating inexplicable events or making definitive decisions about their supernatural origin.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico still in 'very serious' condition after second operation
https://www.thejournal.ie/robert-fico-slovak-prime-minister-serious-condition-operation-6382648-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 13:21
Fico had previously undergone a five-hour-long surgery, shortly after being airlifted from the scene of the attack on Wednesday.
World Number 1 Scottie Scheffler detained by police after traffic incident at golf Major
https://www.thejournal.ie/scottie-scheffler-arrest-6382545-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 12:42
Scheffler was detained when he attempted to drive past an officer to get into the Kentucky course.
First deliveries of humanitarian aid reach Gaza from newly-built, temporary floating pier
https://www.thejournal.ie/humanitarian-aid-gaza-new-temporary-floating-pier-us-6382215-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 12:37
US officials and aid groups have warned the project is not considered a substitute for land deliveries.
Section of M50 motorway closed after serious collision near Blanchardstown
https://www.thejournal.ie/m50-crash-6-6382517-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 11:59
Emergency services are the scene.
Israel’s Eurovision team says it faced ‘unprecedented display of hatred' at song contest
https://www.thejournal.ie/israel-eurovision-kan-6382492-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 11:29
The Eurovision organisers this week said it ‘regretted’ the behaviour of some delegations both in Malmö and during broadcasts.
Beloved Killybegs seafood shack facing closure as council orders move within two weeks
https://www.thejournal.ie/killybegs-donegal-seafood-shack-local-link-business-closure-6380326-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 11:14
Owner Mairead O’Hagan Anderson says locals are “fed up” with the town centre being treated like a “building site”.
Inspection of Laois direct provision centre finds 75% of residents had been granted protection
https://www.thejournal.ie/laois-direct-provision-centre-75-of-people-granted-protection-6382371-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 11:09
30 out of the 40 residents staying at the Hibernian Hotel could not find other, suitable accommodation elsewhere.
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
https://www.thejournal.ie/the-journal-friday-newshound-quiz-45-6382127-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 11:02
The Journal Friday Newshound Quiz
Poll: Have you gone for a swim this year?
https://www.thejournal.ie/have-you-gone-for-a-swim-this-year-poll-6382334-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 10:44
The EPA has released its list of good and bad bathing sites.
Traffic cordon to be in place from 3pm next Wednesday in Dublin ahead of Europa League final
https://www.thejournal.ie/traffic-cordon-dublin-europa-league-final-6382382-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 10:41
The Lansdowne Road Dart Station will also close from 4pm on Wednesday due to security reasons.
Twitter.com is now, officially, a thing of the past
https://www.thejournal.ie/twitter-com-is-gone-6382338-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 10:02
All core systems at the social media firm have now moved over to X.com, according to owner Elon Musk
Tánaiste denies that asylum seekers in tents on streets is 'Ireland's Rwanda policy'
https://www.thejournal.ie/tents-rwanda-micheal-martin-6382223-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 08:41
Micheál Martin said he would never support a policy similar to the UK’s controversial migration scheme.
The 9 at 9: Friday
https://www.thejournal.ie/9-at-9-17-05-6382202-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 07:57
Fake money sold online, 50 years since Dublin-Monaghan bombings, man dies in workplace incident, Israel in ICJ.
First deliveries of humanitarian aid reach Gaza from newly-built, tempoarary floating pier
https://www.thejournal.ie/humanitarian-aid-gaza-new-temporary-floating-pier-6382215-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 07:34
US officials and aid groups have warned the project is not considered a substitute for land deliveries.
French police kill man attempting to set fire to synagogue
https://www.thejournal.ie/french-police-kill-man-attempting-to-set-fire-to-synagogue-6382188-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:56
The French interior minister confirmed this incident this morning.
Sunny spells and scattered showers in store to start the weekend
https://www.thejournal.ie/weekend-weather-sunny-spells-scattered-showers-6382176-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:50
However, the weather will pick up on Sunday.
Kim Jong Un's sister denies claims that North Korea is sending weapons to Russia
https://www.thejournal.ie/north-korea-denies-claims-its-sending-weapons-to-russia-6382172-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:48
The North Korean leader’s powerful sister denied the charges by western countries’ governments.
President Higgins to lead memorial events on 50th anniversary of Dublin and Monaghan bombings
https://www.thejournal.ie/50th-anniversary-memorial-events-dublin-and-monaghn-bombings-6382160-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:32
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the bombings which resulted in the greatest loss of life on any single day of the Troubles.
Man (60s) dies after workplace-related incident on Longford road last night
https://www.thejournal.ie/man-dies-in-workplace-incident-6382158-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:24
The man had been working on a closed section of the Athlone Road in Ballymahon.
Israel to respond to genocide charges at the International Court of Justice
https://www.thejournal.ie/israel-icj-respond-to-genocide-charges-6382151-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:06
South Africa’s lawyers yesterday said the situation in the Gaza Strip reached a “new and horrific stage”.
Opinion: Allowing prisoners to vote is a symbolic indication that they remain citizens
https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/voting-elections-polling-6381855-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 06:00
Dr Cormac Behan outlines how prisoners in Ireland were given the right to vote and how the process now works.
The work of NGOs at the EU is 'not as sinister as you may think', election event told
https://www.thejournal.ie/ngos-lobbying-work-at-eu-6379640-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 05:45
Access to policy makers at higher European level is often the only way for smaller organisations to be heard.
Young people tend to underestimate how worried older people are about climate change - study
https://www.thejournal.ie/young-people-tend-to-underestimate-how-worried-older-people-are-about-climate-change-study-6381595-May2024/
Published: May 17, 2024 05:00
Three quarters of young people estimated older people’s concern about climate change to be lower than what older people themselves reported.
Calls for social media giants to 'come down on top of' accounts advertising fake euro notes
https://www.thejournal.ie/counterfeit-cash-fake-euro-notes-social-media-6378120-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 23:05
Some accounts seen by The Journal advertised counterfeit banknotes claiming to be “100% undetectable”.
Ireland has made 'no progress' on its European language strategy, says leading academic
https://www.thejournal.ie/no-progress-made-on-language-strategy-6379677-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 20:29
A retired Jean Monnet Chair has said that language in the EU is “often overlooked”.
Judge denies application from Gemma O'Doherty to recuse himself
https://www.thejournal.ie/judge-refuses-recusal-application-gemma-o-doherty-6382021-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 20:29
Mr Justice Dignam ruled O’Doherty had failed to establish the legal standard for recusal but will refer the case to another judge to avoid an appeal that could delay the proceedings.
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
https://www.thejournal.ie/news-fix-headlines-12-6382018-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 20:01
Here’s what made the headlines today.
Arab League calls for UN peacekeeping force in Palestine as Abbas throws barb at Hamas
https://www.thejournal.ie/arab-league-calls-for-un-peacekeepers-in-palestine-6381999-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 19:29
The Arab League also condemned the attacks on ships in the Red Sea by the Houthis in Yemen.
'Failed approach': Biden proposes reclassifying marijuana as less dangerous drug
https://www.thejournal.ie/biden-proposes-reclassifying-marijuana-6381989-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 18:35
It is currently a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, along with heroin, ecstasy and LSD.
Man who secretly filmed lodger in shower and harassed her given suspended sentence
https://www.thejournal.ie/man-who-secretly-filmed-lodger-in-shower-and-harassed-her-given-suspended-sentence-6381967-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 17:59
Judge Martin Nolan described the man’s behaviour as “disgraceful” but said he didn’t deserve a longer stay in prison.
Limerick coroner to warn HSE about dangers of cannabis sweets after woman dies in balcony fall
https://www.thejournal.ie/woman-dies-balcony-fall-limerick-cannabis-sweets-6381955-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 17:52
Coroner John McNamara ruled out a verdict of death by suicide as this had not been proven.
Father tells manslaughter sentencing hearing that son lasted 29 minutes after life support turned off
https://www.thejournal.ie/matt-oneill-father-victim-impact-6381947-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 17:34
Ricardo Hoey and Jordan Deasy have been found guilty of the manslaughter of Matt O’Neill.
White House blocks release of audio from Biden's interviews about handling classified documents
https://www.thejournal.ie/white-house-biden-blocks-audio-release-6381935-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 17:17
In his report, Hur said that a jury would likely not convict Biden because he would be perceived as “an elderly man with a poor memory”.
Woman (50s) dies following three-car collision in Co Mayo
https://www.thejournal.ie/woman-dies-three-car-collision-co-mayo-6381912-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 16:55
The incident happened on the N17 at Ballindine near Claremorris.
Tánaiste on the Portal: 'Would we say some fella let the class down when we're roaring laughing?'
https://www.thejournal.ie/tainiste-the-portal-shut-down-6381802-May2024/
Published: May 16, 2024 16:46
The Tánaiste’s comments come after the Dublin portal was shut down following incidents of mooning, the displaying of a swastika and images of New York’s Twin Towers burning, as well as an arrest for ‘grinding’ against the sculpture.
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