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Brian Stanley
SF referral to gardaí about internal inquiry was made after Stanley's resignation - McDonald
Sunday
13 Oct 2024
Peacekeepers
Unifil says Israeli tanks 'destroyed' camp entrance in Lebanon before 'forcibly' entering
The Irish Defence Forces have confirmed that none of their soldiers were harmed.
Housing Crisis
'I just want a room - my own small bit of space': Three women on what it's like to be homeless
Shock Move
Brian Stanley resigns from Sinn Féin, McDonald says complaint has been referred to gardaí
“We will not ignore or hide away from difficult issues when they arise,” Mary Lou McDonald said.
Middle East
Tánaiste says Israeli forces are committing a war crime in northern Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today called on the UN chief to remove peacekeepers deployed in southern Lebanon out of “harm’s way”.
US-IRISH ELECTIONS
An apple costs $2.50 where Harris visited this week. High costs are big issue both sides of the pond
Analysis
Extension of mortgage relief shows Ireland's housing spending increasingly based on vibes
Look at many of the government’s housing policies, and a similar pattern emerges.
Saturday
12 Oct 2024
HARRIS IN THE US
White House visit in the bag, but Harris might be unhappy Sanchez said what he didn't this week
The budget is done, the White House visit complete, and maybe some ‘Harris 2024′ mugs were picked up before flying home. What’s the Taoiseach’s next move?
tributes
'A titan of independence': Alex Salmond, former First Minister of Scotland, has died aged 69
He served as First Minister of Scotland between 2007 and 2014.
Middle East
All Irish troops unharmed in Lebanon, but Taoiseach is 'extraordinarily concerned' amid unrest
Unifil confirmed that a UN peacekeeper underwent surgery after being shot in Lebanon overnight.
Election fever
Ready, set, wait: With election speculation rampant, how soon could the Government call one?
Diocese of Waterford
Disinformation expert fears diocese is helping to 'mainstream conspiracy theories'
There are growing concerns that the Waterford diocese has become a ‘test case’ for hardline factions in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
the morning lead
'We're ready': How far along are the main parties in picking election candidates?
We’ve taken a look at the numbers as the political parties start up their election machines.
Friday
11 Oct 2024
National Security
Spies, chocolates and vodka: Behind the scenes of suspicious approaches to Irish politicians
Multiple sources confirmed there have been a number of approaches by foreign Governments, including Russia, to members of the Oireachtas.
Confident
Fine Gael to run four candidates in five-seater Mayo constituency in upcoming general election
Hold your horses
'Many are speculating': Tánaiste plays down reports of possible election date by FF minister
Sinn Féin
Patricia Ryan TD says she quit SF over party asking her to remove Facebook post about encampment
Campaign Trail
Obama chides Black men who 'just aren't feeling the idea of having a woman as president'
Child Abuse
Taoiseach: 'If religious orders don’t do the right thing and pay redress, we'll legislate to make sure they do'
Waterways Ireland
Cost of fencing on Grand Canal was over three times more than what Waterways Ireland told PAC
The cost for installing, maintaining and hiring the fences was €117,845 – over €70,000 more than what the Oireachtas was told.
Thursday
10 Oct 2024
Leinster House
Tánaiste tells Dáil he was 'never briefed' about alleged Russia-linked politician in Oireachtas
trump vs harris
Trump or Harris? Taoiseach says Irish Govt will work with whoever wins the US election
Washington DC
With election rumour mill still stuck in overdrive, Harris promises 'no tarmac announcements'
“We have a lot of work to get done.”
Sponsored
Calling all female entrepreneurs: Be inspired by this year's National Women's Enterprise Day events
Local Enterprise Office
Oct 10
FactCheck
Debunked: Anti-migrant groups share hoax images of Sinn Féin TDs and 'refugees welcome' slogans
uk's next top tory
Robert Jenrick V Kemi Badenoch: What do they stand for and what have they said about Ireland?
Badenoch served as Business and Trade Minister under the Tory government and had a legal run-in with Irish language rap group Kneecap.
Netflix
Macron says he 'will fight hard' for Emily in Paris to remain in French capital after Rome move
Rebrand
So long An Bord Pleanála, there's a new Coimisiún in town: What you need to know about the change
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