Foster Calls On O’Neill To Apologize For Alleged Lockdown Violations At Storey Funeral

Foster Calls On O’Neill To Apologize For Alleged Lockdown Violations At Storey Funeral

Stormont’s First Minister has called on the Deputy First Minister to apologize over an IRA veteran’s funeral that saw hundreds of people line the streets. Arlene Foster’s comments come as Michelle O’Neill faces calls to resign after she and party...
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Irish Government Extends Help For Nursing Homes

Irish Government Extends Help For Nursing Homes

Temporary Government payments for extra Covid-19 nursing home costs have been extended, health minister Stephen Donnelly said. The scheme was due to close today, but will now include July, August and September. More than 30,000 people live in care homes...
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Astronomers Report ‘Monster Star’ Disappeared In Nearby Galaxy

Astronomers Report ‘Monster Star’ Disappeared In Nearby Galaxy

Astronomers have observed a “monster star” mysteriously disappearing into darkness in a nearby galaxy. Located more than 70 million light-years away in the constellation of Aquarius, this star is part of the Kinman Dwarf galaxy. Scientists are not sure why...
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Gerry Adams And Mary Lou McDonald Among Mourners At Bobby Storey’s Funeral

Gerry Adams And Mary Lou McDonald Among Mourners At Bobby Storey’s Funeral

A large crowd of mourners has gathered in west Belfast for the funeral service for veteran republican Bobby Storey. The former leading IRA member died earlier this month at the age of 64 following an unsuccessful lung transplant. Sinn Féin...
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Six New Cases Of Covid-19 Associated With International Travel Confirmed In Ireland

Six New Cases Of Covid-19 Associated With International Travel Confirmed In Ireland

The number of reported new cases of Covid-19 in Ireland has begun to increase in a “worrying” trend, the chief medical officer warned, which could halt plans for further easing of restrictions. At least six fresh diagnoses were associated with...
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Micheál Martin: `We Are A Government For The Entire Country`

Micheál Martin: `We Are A Government For The Entire Country`

The Taoiseach has insisted he will lead a “government for the entire country” amid criticism about the geographic make-up of the cabinet. Micheál Martin defended the process of appointing ministers after his party’s deputy leader, Dara Calleary, express...
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Bars That Serve Food Begin Reopening In Ireland As Phase Three Kicks In

Bars That Serve Food Begin Reopening In Ireland As Phase Three Kicks In

Pints were pulled in pubs across Ireland again as the country took another stride out of lockdown. Bars that serve food were able to welcome back customers on Monday after phase three of the Government’s recovery plan came into force....
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Advisory Group Warns Of Number Of New Travel-Related Covid-19 Cases

Advisory Group Warns Of Number Of New Travel-Related Covid-19 Cases

The number of new travel-related Covid-19 cases is a “grave concern”, Professor Philip Nolan has said. Professor Nolan, chairman of the NPHET Irish epidemiological modelling advisory group, said people should question whether they need to take a foreign ho...
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Ryan Confirms That Green Party Leadership Contest Will Be Held Online In Next Month

Ryan Confirms That Green Party Leadership Contest Will Be Held Online In Next Month

Leader Eamon Ryan has said the Green Party’s leadership contest will take place online in the next month now that a government has been formed. Deputy leader Catherine Martin announced that she would challenge Mr Ryan for the leadership last...
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`Recovery and renewal` – The Full Inaugural Speech Of An Taoiseach Micheál Martin

`Recovery and renewal` – The Full Inaugural Speech Of An Taoiseach Micheál Martin

The full inaugural speech of An Taoiseach Micheál Martin There were many things said during this debate which should normally be replied to, but I think it is more important to move forward. There is no question what our most...
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