'Right decision': HSE boss says suspension of meat plant testing was necessary to deal with surge in demand elsewhere
The serial testing has been suspended in order to meet the surge in demand for community testing.
The Remote: Everyone's favourite Danish political drama lands on Netflix and Ros na Rún turns 25
We’ve got you covered whether you want a solo TV night or one for all the family.
'A long year': Leaving Cert students commended as calculated grades released
Students were able to access their grades since 9am this morning.
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Here’s what’s making the news this rainy Wednesday morning.
Recall: Coalition leaders agree Dáil should return early but opposition demands it comes back sooner
TDs are expected to return two weeks ahead of schedule on 1 September.
Social visits to be limited to 10 people from no more than four households at one time
Restrictions on indoor gatherings to 50 and outdoors to 200 will also remain until August 10.
Before Normal People: A brief history of Irish TV sex controversies
Introducing The Tube: We’ll be taking a look at the good, the bad and the ugly of Ireland’s TV past every Wednesday evening.
Sofa Watch: Let's all watch Arnold Schwarzenegger feed his donkey and miniature pet horse
The best clips from the US late night shows, and the low-down on the Late Late and Graham lineups.
Anarchic writing sessions and battles with RTÉ: Here's what it was like working with Dermot Morgan
As Father Ted turns 25, we’re taking the opportunity to share a TheJournal.ie video featuring memories from two of Dermot Morgan’s collaborators.
Screen watch: Your guide to the best TV movies to catch this week
From leave-your-brain-at-the-door action to award-winning classics – here are some recommendations for the week ahead.
'There does seem to be an increase in traffic': Don't let complacency scupper progress, Taoiseach warns
Ministers are warning that people need to respect the restrictions if progress is to be maintained.
Screen watch: Your guide to the best TV movies to catch this week
From Indiana Jones to the Irish TV premiere of Detroit – here are our picks for the next seven days.
Chief Medical Officer Tony Holohan in hospital for tests unrelated to Covid-19
He expects to be out of hospital and back at work as early as tomorrow.
New measures: These are the circumstances in which people will be permitted to leave their homes
A raft of new restrictions were announced by the Taoiseach this evening.
Miriam O'Callaghan to present tonight's Late Late as Tubridy stays off due to 'persistent cough'
RTÉ confirmed the news today.
The Remote: A weekly TV guide to keep everyone in the house happy
From the youngest members of the family to teenagers to mum and dad, we’ve got you covered here.
The 5 at 5: Thursday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
LIVE: Ryanair and Aer Lingus suspend Italy flights, no advice to close schools here - the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis
The Irish government has issued a ‘do not travel’ warning for Italy. Stay with us for the latest developments.
Government announces coronavirus funding of €435 million for HSE as St Patrick's Day festival cancelled
The decision was taken at a cabinet sub-committee this afternoon.
Coronavirus: Cork and Sligo cancel St Patrick's Day parades
A number of other parades across the country have been postponed or cancelled.
Q & A: What do you want to know about Covid-19 and Ireland's response to it?
Have a question you’d like us to put to an expert? Send it our way.
Covid-19 case in Republic of Ireland: Here are the main points you need to know
A school in Dublin has been closed in response to the Covid-19 case in Ireland.
Covid-19 case on the island of Ireland: Here are the main points you need to know
Officials on both sides of the border have contacted all of the people who had close contact with the woman.
IRFU boss says government should issue them with 'directive' on whether to cancel Italy match
Health Minister Simon Harris is meeting with the IRFU this afternoon.
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Here’s all the news you need to know this morning.
Leader ratings: How did you rate the party leaders in tonight's Virgin Media One debate?
Matt Cooper and Ivan Yates helmed the debate at Ballymount tonight.
Coronavirus declared a global emergency by the World Health Organisation
The organisation urged “leaders in all countries to take immediate action”.
'Good enough for me': Varadkar says he accepts apology from FG senator who described him as 'autistic'
Catherine Noone released a statement this morning apologising for the remarks and saying she withdrew them.
Nicholas Parsons - veteran host of BBC's 'Just a Minute' - has died aged 96
The broadcaster had presented the show since 1967.
What are the issues affecting people in your area? We want to send our election team to your hometown
Over the next three weeks we’ll be sending reporters around the country to hear directly from voters about the issues that really matter in their local area.
Man (35) appears in court charged in relation to house fire at Navan estate
Two adjoining houses were evacuated after the blaze broke out yesterday morning – no one was injured.
Brown Thomas the main attraction on Grafton Street as early risers hit the Stephen's Day sales
The crowds are expected to descend on Ireland’s cities and major shopping centres later this morning.
Fine Gael confirms Verona Murphy to be dropped from party's general election ticket
It’s in the wake of a controversial by-election campaign which saw her come in for sustained criticism.
The reaction, as it happened: Johnson says he's 'humbled' by support of former Labour voters as Tories claim massive majority
Stay with us for all the reaction as the Conservatives claim a thumping majority in the Commons.
Defiant Verona Murphy has sights set on general election - but Leo and Paschal don't sound too keen
She’s been in the headlines again today over a Rocky-themed social media video – so can we expect a sequel?
By-election results: Here is a list of your four new TDs
Fianna Fáil have claimed two seats and it’s one each for Sinn Féin and the Greens.
A master broadcaster whose work challenged Irish society: Gay Byrne (1934-2019)
As host of the Late Late for almost four decades, Byrne played a major role in a changing Ireland.
Broadcasting legend Gay Byrne has died aged 85
Byrne will be best remembered for his near four decades at the helm of the Late Late Show.
Boris Johnson loses crucial Commons vote on his Brexit deal, as EU to consider a third extension
Donald Tusk said that he would recommend that the EU’s 27 leaders accept the UK request for an extension until 31 January 2020.
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