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
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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?
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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.
Johnson sends Tusk letter seeking extension - along with another one saying further delay would be a mistake
Johnson’s plans to pass a Meaningful Vote on his deal today have been scuppered.
Cries of 'shame' from MPs as Brexit secretary invokes memory of Mo Mowlam in Commons debate
One senior Labour MP described the tactic as “deeply offensive”.
Almost 250 years after the last native wolf was killed, is Ireland ready for the debate about bringing them back?
The Green Party has tabled a Dáil motion calling for wolves to be reintroduced in a bid to help rewild parts of the countryside.
'It's bringing people together': Ireland rugby matches being screened at specially organised breakfast events for people who are homeless
The Simon Community, together with Secret Street Tours, are organising the screenings.
There's been a 50% surge in people seeking services at Dublin's oldest homelessness charity
The increase is being described by the Mendicity Institution as “alarming”.
Coveney on Brexit deadlock: 'We simply haven’t seen any written proposals from the UK to date'
It’s being reported this evening that the UK side are refusing to submit a written document in the ongoing talks.
Farming robots and Marty Morrissey's love island: Everything you need to know about The Ploughing
The traffic, the weather: If you’re heading to Ballintrane we’ve got you covered.
The 9 at 9: Tuesday
Here’s everything you need to know as you start your day.
Acceptable in the 80s: Ireland once regarded Mugabe as a respected statesman and honoured guest
The Zimbabwe leader was viewed as a pariah by the West for decades. Things were different in 1983.
PSNI chief moves to clarify 'we will have your kids' threat to paramilitaries
Byrne said he accepted his enthusiasm to speak in soundbites had created a distraction.
Seven wolves have been released into their 'large and stimulating' new home at Dublin Zoo
The pack’s new 4,000 square metre space includes a water feature and three visitor shelters.
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