Pope Francis backs same-sex civil unions
Pope Francis says he thinks same-sex couples should be allowed to have “civil unions”. In a new documentary, which has been shown at the Rome Film Festival, he says homosexual people have a right to be in a family and he stands up for their... Read more
Covid-19: three additional deaths, 1,167 new cases
There has been a further 1,167 Covid-19 cases confirmed in the Republic of Ireland today Read more
Sport and exercise in Level 5: Why are gyms fighting back?
Elite level sports will be allowed to continue despite restrictions coming in at midnight Read more
Taoiseach learned of overwhelmed contact tracing system from media
The Taoiseach and Health Minister were only made aware last night that the HSE is asking some people to carry out their own contact tracing. A spokesperson for Stephen Donnelly says the decision was made by the HSE for ‘operational reasons’, adding that it was... Read more
Two arrested in relation to Tipp thefts
The two men are being held at separate garda stations in Tipperary Read more
Doctor shortage will have ‘devastating implications’ says IMO
The Irish Medical Organisation addressed an Oireachtas Joint Committee today regarding staff shortages Read more
COVID-19 in Ireland: Latest county-by-county data
Cavan's 14-day incidence rate is now over 900 Read more
High Court test challenge over Leaving Cert grades adjourned
The outcome of the case by Freddy Sherry is expected to impact on several other challenges over the standardisation process Read more
€1000 fine for house parties – but only if the door is answered
A maximum of €2,500 euro will be imposed for a third offence. Read more
Gym owner to defy Level 5 restrictions and open tomorrow
The 12,000 square foot Westside Gym will open to members tomorrow. Read more