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The HSE is marking the first World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day today, the first official global health day dedicated to eliminating a cancer.
About 250 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in Ireland, and around 90 people die of the illness annually here.
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About 250 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in Ireland, and around 90 people die of the illness annually here.
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Ireland may be on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 as first ‘Elimination Day’ marked
A new HSE report shows Ireland advancing toward its 2040 elimination goal as global progress remains uneven.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:48 PM
The HSE is marking the first World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day today, the first official global health day dedicated to eliminating a cancer.
About 250 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in Ireland, and around 90 people die of the illness annually here.
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About 250 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in Ireland, and around 90 people die of the illness annually here.
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The Government's plan to allow developers build smaller apartments has suffered a knock following a court challenge by a number of local councillors.
It will now carry out key environmental assessments to see if the plan meets regulations.
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It will now carry out key environmental assessments to see if the plan meets regulations.
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Councillors win key High Court concession against government plan for smaller apartment sizes
Under the Housing Minister’s plans, some of the biggest cost savings for each apartment will be found by cutting down on floor space.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:40 PM
The Government's plan to allow developers build smaller apartments has suffered a knock following a court challenge by a number of local councillors.
It will now carry out key environmental assessments to see if the plan meets regulations.
www.thejournal.ie/apartments-c...
It will now carry out key environmental assessments to see if the plan meets regulations.
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Senator Frances Black has said the Palestinian people have "waited too long" for Ireland to pass the Occupied Territories Bill, as she joined with opposition leaders calling for the law to be enacted before Christmas.
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Frances Black says she has run out of patience with Simon Harris on Occupied Territories Bill
The government has still not delivered on its pledge to enact the Occupied Territories BIll.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Senator Frances Black has said the Palestinian people have "waited too long" for Ireland to pass the Occupied Territories Bill, as she joined with opposition leaders calling for the law to be enacted before Christmas.
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Heimir Hallgrímsson, the unflappable Icelandic dentist who has Ireland loving football again jrnl.ie/6877093
Heimir Hallgrímsson, the unflappable Icelandic dentist who has Ireland loving football again
The Ireland boss kept his cool as a nation lost theirs yesterday.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Heimir Hallgrímsson, the unflappable Icelandic dentist who has Ireland loving football again jrnl.ie/6877093
A newly-installed playground in north Dublin is closed until further notice after an arson attack on the site yesterday evening.
Local councillor Jesslyn Henry said she was "absolutely disgusted" by the vandalism incident.
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Local councillor Jesslyn Henry said she was "absolutely disgusted" by the vandalism incident.
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New north Dublin playground seriously damaged in arson attack
The playground opened in Coolock in June this year.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:34 AM
A newly-installed playground in north Dublin is closed until further notice after an arson attack on the site yesterday evening.
Local councillor Jesslyn Henry said she was "absolutely disgusted" by the vandalism incident.
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Local councillor Jesslyn Henry said she was "absolutely disgusted" by the vandalism incident.
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said that an explosion that damaged a key rail line used for aid to Ukraine was caused by sabotage.
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Polish Prime Minister confirms sabotage on rail line linking Poland to Ukraine
Donald Tusk visited the site of the explosion on the Warsaw to Lublin train line – a key route into Ukraine for aid.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said that an explosion that damaged a key rail line used for aid to Ukraine was caused by sabotage.
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Creideann iar-láithreoir Morning Ireland Cathal Mac Coille go raibh aitheasc insealbhaithe an Uachtaráin Connolly an-mhianach.
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Catherine Connolly 'ar dhroichead' idir an Dáil agus an Áras, dar le tráchtaire aitheanta
Creideann iar láithreoir Morning Ireland go raibh an mianach in aitheasc insealbhaithe an Uachtaráin Connolly.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Creideann iar-láithreoir Morning Ireland Cathal Mac Coille go raibh aitheasc insealbhaithe an Uachtaráin Connolly an-mhianach.
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A Bangladesh court has sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death by hanging for crimes against humanity.
Hasina is currently in hiding in neighbouring India.
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Hasina is currently in hiding in neighbouring India.
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Former Bangladeshi prime minister sentenced to death by hanging for crimes against humanity
Ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina is currently in hiding in neighbouring India.
jrnl.ie
November 17, 2025 at 10:15 AM
A Bangladesh court has sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death by hanging for crimes against humanity.
Hasina is currently in hiding in neighbouring India.
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Hasina is currently in hiding in neighbouring India.
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When Troy Parrott's 96th-minute strike hit the net, celebrations erupted in houses, pubs, Dublin Airport and anywhere an Irish fan happened to be standing.
Where were you for Ireland’s incredible win? jrnl.ie/6877094
Where were you for Ireland’s incredible win? jrnl.ie/6877094
Where were you for Ireland's incredible win?
What a win.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:14 AM
When Troy Parrott's 96th-minute strike hit the net, celebrations erupted in houses, pubs, Dublin Airport and anywhere an Irish fan happened to be standing.
Where were you for Ireland’s incredible win? jrnl.ie/6877094
Where were you for Ireland’s incredible win? jrnl.ie/6877094
Deirtear go mbeidh an áisíneacht Gaeltachta ag comhoibriú le húdaráis áitiúla agus Uisce Éireann chun a ghréasán áiseanna fuíoll uisce a leathnú.
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Fáilte an Údaráis don bplean tithíochta - ach éiginnteacht go fóill faoi threoirlínte pleanála
Deirtear go mbeidh an áisíneacht Gaeltachta ag comhoibriú le húdaráis áitiúla agus Uisce Éireann chun a ghréasán áiseanna fuíoll uisce a leathnú.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Deirtear go mbeidh an áisíneacht Gaeltachta ag comhoibriú le húdaráis áitiúla agus Uisce Éireann chun a ghréasán áiseanna fuíoll uisce a leathnú.
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The Late Late Troy Show!
Ireland's amazing winning moment is making headlines and going viral. jrnl.ie/6876997
Ireland's amazing winning moment is making headlines and going viral. jrnl.ie/6876997
The Late Late Troy Show: Ireland's amazing winning moment is making headlines and going viral
The country’s hat-trick hero is the talk of Ireland and football fans worldwide.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:12 AM
The Late Late Troy Show!
Ireland's amazing winning moment is making headlines and going viral. jrnl.ie/6876997
Ireland's amazing winning moment is making headlines and going viral. jrnl.ie/6876997
It's set to get a bit colder this week, with patches of frost and ice expected in much of the country.
Met Éireann said temperatures will drop in the coming days as an Arctic air mass moves down over the country. jrnl.ie/6877021
Met Éireann said temperatures will drop in the coming days as an Arctic air mass moves down over the country. jrnl.ie/6877021
Frost and ice on the way as Arctic air mass brings colder temperatures (and some snow)
Met Éireann said Tuesday night will see falls of sleet and some snow over higher ground.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:48 AM
It's set to get a bit colder this week, with patches of frost and ice expected in much of the country.
Met Éireann said temperatures will drop in the coming days as an Arctic air mass moves down over the country. jrnl.ie/6877021
Met Éireann said temperatures will drop in the coming days as an Arctic air mass moves down over the country. jrnl.ie/6877021
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a US-drafted resolution to deploy a stabilisation force to Gaza as part of Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza.
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UN Security Council to vote on Trump-backed 'stabilisation force' for Gaza
The draft text says the force would work with Israel and Egypt and “vetted Palestinian police units” to help secure border areas and demilitarise Gaza.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a US-drafted resolution to deploy a stabilisation force to Gaza as part of Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza.
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A teenager has been hospitalised following a collision between a car and an e-bike in Waterford city yesterday evening
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Teenager hospitalised following collision between e-bike and car in Waterford city
The collision occurred on the Cork Road in Waterford city yesterday evening.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:17 AM
A teenager has been hospitalised following a collision between a car and an e-bike in Waterford city yesterday evening
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Luke Littler celebrated becoming world number one by winning the Grand Slam of Darts.
The 18-year-old’s ascent to the top of the rankings was confirmed with his semi-final win over Danny Noppert on Sunday. jrnl.ie/6876970
The 18-year-old’s ascent to the top of the rankings was confirmed with his semi-final win over Danny Noppert on Sunday. jrnl.ie/6876970
Luke Littler celebrates becoming world number one by retaining Grand Slam of Darts
The 18-year-old became just the fourth man to defend the title in Wolverhampton.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Luke Littler celebrated becoming world number one by winning the Grand Slam of Darts.
The 18-year-old’s ascent to the top of the rankings was confirmed with his semi-final win over Danny Noppert on Sunday. jrnl.ie/6876970
The 18-year-old’s ascent to the top of the rankings was confirmed with his semi-final win over Danny Noppert on Sunday. jrnl.ie/6876970
Cataracts are one of the most common and treatable causes of sight loss in Ireland - yet thousands of people wait months or even years for the short, straightforward procedure that could restore their vision, writes Frank Doheny. jrnl.ie/6851469
Opinion: Almost 7,500 people need cataract surgery in Ireland - here's how we can fix waiting lists
Ireland’s cataract crisis isn’t about money but rather about how we organise and deliver care, writes Frank Doheny.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Cataracts are one of the most common and treatable causes of sight loss in Ireland - yet thousands of people wait months or even years for the short, straightforward procedure that could restore their vision, writes Frank Doheny. jrnl.ie/6851469
US President Donald Trump has said Republicans should vote to release more files related to deceased paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, despite previous opposition to the measure, saying "we have nothing to hide". jrnl.ie/6876961
'We have nothing to hide': Trump tells Republicans to vote to release the Epstein files
The US President has accused Democrats of pushing an “Epstein hoax” after emails emerged in which the disgraced financier suggested Trump “knew about the girls.”
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November 17, 2025 at 7:07 AM
US President Donald Trump has said Republicans should vote to release more files related to deceased paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, despite previous opposition to the measure, saying "we have nothing to hide". jrnl.ie/6876961
Gardaí are continuing to investigate the circumstances of a fatal crash in Dundalk, Co Louth in which five people were killed.
Both vehicles were removed from the scene to a secure location shortly after 6pm yesterday evening. jrnl.ie/6876954
Both vehicles were removed from the scene to a secure location shortly after 6pm yesterday evening. jrnl.ie/6876954
Gardaí continue to investigate Dundalk crash in which five young people were killed
Both vehicles were removed from the scene shortly after 6pm yesterday following forensic examinations.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Gardaí are continuing to investigate the circumstances of a fatal crash in Dundalk, Co Louth in which five people were killed.
Both vehicles were removed from the scene to a secure location shortly after 6pm yesterday evening. jrnl.ie/6876954
Both vehicles were removed from the scene to a secure location shortly after 6pm yesterday evening. jrnl.ie/6876954
Here's What Happened Today: Sunday jrnl.ie/6876861
Here's What Happened Today: Sunday
The most important Irish and international stories you need to know today.
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November 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Here's What Happened Today: Sunday jrnl.ie/6876861
"I used to be a good spender, but now that I have my home, any extra money I have goes towards renovations and home improvements."
Money Diaries: An accountant on €88K living in the Midlands jrnl.ie/6837955
Money Diaries: An accountant on €88K living in the Midlands jrnl.ie/6837955
Money Diaries: An accountant on €88K living in the Midlands
This week, our reader is saving to renovate her new home and to pay off a loan.
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November 16, 2025 at 8:15 PM
"I used to be a good spender, but now that I have my home, any extra money I have goes towards renovations and home improvements."
Money Diaries: An accountant on €88K living in the Midlands jrnl.ie/6837955
Money Diaries: An accountant on €88K living in the Midlands jrnl.ie/6837955
Ireland are through to the World Cup play-offs... so what happens next?
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Ireland are through to the World Cup play-offs... so what happens next?
Some of the details on who the Boys in Green could potentially face.
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November 16, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Ireland are through to the World Cup play-offs... so what happens next?
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A male motorcyclist in his 50s was pronounced dead at the scene of a collision involving a car near Kilmeedy in Co Limerick this afternoon.
His death is the sixth road death in Ireland in the last 24 hours jrnl.ie/6876838
His death is the sixth road death in Ireland in the last 24 hours jrnl.ie/6876838
Motorcyclist dies at the scene of crash in Co Limerick
The collision occurred around 4pm.
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November 16, 2025 at 7:26 PM
A male motorcyclist in his 50s was pronounced dead at the scene of a collision involving a car near Kilmeedy in Co Limerick this afternoon.
His death is the sixth road death in Ireland in the last 24 hours jrnl.ie/6876838
His death is the sixth road death in Ireland in the last 24 hours jrnl.ie/6876838
It seems ‘6-7’ has been causing grownups to scratch their heads in confusion, because no one seems to know what it actually means.
Everyone I ask is sketchy on the details, so the other day, I caved and googled it, writes Niamh O'Reilly. jrnl.ie/6868433
Everyone I ask is sketchy on the details, so the other day, I caved and googled it, writes Niamh O'Reilly. jrnl.ie/6868433
Down with the kids: I googled what '6-7' means. I’m officially old
Niamh O’Reilly discovers what the hell the phrase that all the kids are saying is all about, and shares how parents can get their children to stop using it.
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November 16, 2025 at 7:15 PM
It seems ‘6-7’ has been causing grownups to scratch their heads in confusion, because no one seems to know what it actually means.
Everyone I ask is sketchy on the details, so the other day, I caved and googled it, writes Niamh O'Reilly. jrnl.ie/6868433
Everyone I ask is sketchy on the details, so the other day, I caved and googled it, writes Niamh O'Reilly. jrnl.ie/6868433
Inside the surveillance empire that tracked thousands of people using their phone numbers. jrnl.ie/6872261
Sitdown Sunday: Inside the surveillance empire that tracked thousands using phone numbers
Settle down in a comfy chair with some of the week’s best longreads.
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November 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Inside the surveillance empire that tracked thousands of people using their phone numbers. jrnl.ie/6872261
Troy Parrott wrestled with the enormity of his performance against Hungary at full-time.
'I’m really, really emotional right now,' he said. 'Sorry, they’re tears of joy. What a night. What a night.' jrnl.ie/6876744
'I’m really, really emotional right now,' he said. 'Sorry, they’re tears of joy. What a night. What a night.' jrnl.ie/6876744
Troy Parrott: 'Sorry, they’re tears of joy. What a night. What a night'
Troy Parrott wrestled with the significance of his extraordinary performance in today’s ‘beautiful’ game in Budapest.
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November 16, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Troy Parrott wrestled with the enormity of his performance against Hungary at full-time.
'I’m really, really emotional right now,' he said. 'Sorry, they’re tears of joy. What a night. What a night.' jrnl.ie/6876744
'I’m really, really emotional right now,' he said. 'Sorry, they’re tears of joy. What a night. What a night.' jrnl.ie/6876744