HSE Chief Admits Concern Over Rise In Coronavirus Cases In Ireland

HSE Chief Admits Concern Over Rise In Coronavirus Cases In Ireland

There is growing concern about the number of Covid-19 cases in the community and the rising hospital admissions, the head of the HSE has said. Paul Reid said there has been a slight increase in the number of people admitted...
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France End Wales’ Grand Slam Hopes With Victory In Paris

France End Wales’ Grand Slam Hopes With Victory In Paris

France claimed a dramatic last-gasp 32-30 victory to deny Wales the Six Nations Grand Slam after a controversial Paris epic. And they could also destroy Wales’ title hopes by beating Scotland with a bonus point next Friday. France had lock...
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Manchester City Through To FA Cup Semi-Finals With Goodison Park Victory

Manchester City Through To FA Cup Semi-Finals With Goodison Park Victory

Late goals from Ilkay Gundogan and Kevin De Bruyne kept Manchester City’s bid for a quadruple on track as Everton’s defensive resilience was eventually broken in their FA Cup quarter-final at Goodison Park. Germany international Gundogan made the crucial b...
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Ireland End Six Nations Campaign With Accomplished Win Against England

Ireland End Six Nations Campaign With Accomplished Win Against England

Ireland have ended their Six Nations campaign on a high with an impressive 32-18 win over England. The highlight of Ireland’s most accomplished outing since Andy Farrell took charge after the 2019 World Cup was Jack Conan’s try that concluded...
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Continued Vigilance Urged As North Records No New Covid-19 Deaths

Continued Vigilance Urged As North Records No New Covid-19 Deaths

There have been no further deaths of people who previously tested positive for Covid-19 in the North. Another 159 confirmed cases of the virus were recorded by the region’s Department of Health in the last 24-hour reporting period. On Saturday,...
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As Vaccination Rollout Speeds Up, June Will See ‘Brighter Days’ Says Glynn

As Vaccination Rollout Speeds Up, June Will See ‘Brighter Days’ Says Glynn

June will see “brighter days” and eight out of ten people vaccinated in Ireland, according to the country’s deputy chief medical officer. Dr Ronan Glynn apologized to those feeling frustrated or angered by a suggestion that tough Covid-19 restrictions co...
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Taoiseach Refuses To Speculate On Easing Restrictions Before June

Taoiseach Refuses To Speculate On Easing Restrictions Before June

The Taoiseach has refused to “speculate” on tight Covid-19 restrictions remaining in place until June. Micheál Martin was speaking after deputy chief medical officer Dr Ronan Glynn indicated on Thursday that tough restrictions could remain in place until ...
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Manchester United To Face Granada In Europa League

Manchester United To Face Granada In Europa League

Manchester United have been drawn to play Granada in the quarter-finals of the Europa League while Arsenal will play Slavia Prague, who knocked Rangers out last night. Ajax have been drawn against Roma in a high-profile tie, while Tottenham’s conquerors...
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Liverpool Drawn Against Real Madrid In Champions League Quarterfinals

Liverpool Drawn Against Real Madrid In Champions League Quarterfinals

Liverpool have been handed a tough draw as they face Real Madrid in a repeat of the 2018 final. Manchester City’s quest for a maiden Champions League title will continue with a quarter-final against Borussia Dortmund. City, who have never...
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British Northern Ireland Secretary Considers ‘Further Legislative Action’ Over Abortion Laws

British Northern Ireland Secretary Considers ‘Further Legislative Action’ Over Abortion Laws

The UK’s Northern Ireland secretary is “considering further legislative action” to see new abortion laws implemented in the North. The law was liberalized last year to allow terminations following action taken at Westminster. However, while individua...
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