#danger
Met Éireann issues yellow or orange weather warnings to 25 counties as thunderstorms expected
The warnings have been issued to 25 counties
Latest horror injury at the breakdown a timely reminder for World Rugby
The Highlanders’ James Lentjes suffered a nasty ankle fracture and dislocation last weekend.
'It may become uncontrollable': State of emergency in Canberra as bushfires close in
Authorities also warned of so-called ember attacks, where winds blow glowing ash ahead of the fire front.
Emergency meeting at Saracens as threat of relegation looms large
Patience appears to have run out among their rival clubs in England.
Feared potential Katie Taylor foe could instead face Kellie Harrington at Tokyo Olympics
IBF World super-featherweight champion Maiva Hamadouche has stated her intention to compete at Tokyo 2020.
Spying, Connect 4, Vunipolas and kicks - Ireland and England prep for a rugby war
Ireland are keen to avoid looking towards the World Cup before a big game in Dublin on 2 February.
'A matter of urgency': Minister promises to take action on dangerous quad bike and scrambler use
Sinn Fein want to give gardaí the power to seize and detain quad bikes and scrambler motorcycles when being used unlawfully.
Woman injured after being struck by wayward shot at Alfred Dunhill Links
Tyrrell Hatton was visibly distressed as paramedics treated the spectator.
'They're not normal lakes or rivers': ESB warns people against swimming in reservoirs
They said unusual flows of water and uneven ground can lead to dangers for swimmers.
Forensic scientists identified 27 new recreational drugs in Ireland last year
Scientists have said some of the new synthetic drugs are 100 times more toxic than regular substances
Lecturer charged with the criminal damage of US navy aircraft at Shannon
A second man was also accused of causing damage to the aircraft.
Sleet, snow and heavy rain: Status yellow weather warning for ten counties
Conditions will ease as the day goes on but drivers are being warned that surface water may be an issue on the roads.
Warning of 'extreme risk' to citizens as the battle for Mosul rages on
The UN has warned about the risk to citizens in the battle-torn city.
Professional man flees country in fear of Kinahan gang
The man was told by gardai he was a target – and then reported being shot at near his home.
Garda couple told to quit gym over threat to their safety Exclusive
The married couple were warned that they may be targeted at their own home.
Firefighters warn of the dangers of leaving candles unattended
“Candles can get the heart racing, sometimes for the wrong reason … “
War tourism in Afghanistan: Once-in-a-lifetime adventure or needless risk?
Over 20,000 people visited the Afghan city of Kabul last year.
Bullets suspected in Olympic bus attack
A Belarus journalist suffered a cut hand in the incident, near Rio de Janeiro’s notorious City of God favela.
Dublin bike ends up under taxi in city centre collision
The cyclist was thrown clear from the collision but still received injuries to their leg.
'Pigs with human brains': Controversial research could be funded in US
A moratorium had been placed on this type of treatment a year ago and it has recently been lifted.
Nine children wounded after inflatable slide breaks free in the UK
None of the children’s injuries have been described as serious.
Who are the people riding Dublin's rickshaws?
The pedal-powered cabs have faced calls for increased regulation.
Group rescued from rough seas in the UK after paddling out in search of Pokémon
“Catching a pocket fictional creature is not worth losing your life over.”
'There was peer-pressure involved': Father of drowned son speaks out on his loss
Irish Water Safety are calling on the public to take greater care when swimming.
Ikea recalls stair gate after a number of children suffer falls
The company said the locking mechanism is not reliable and poses a risk to small children.
The Pope has taken in three refugee families
“The pope has desired to make a gesture of welcome regarding refugees,” the Vatican said.
Irish Rail drivers received no support as families question them at suicide inquests
That’s according to a report carried out by the Railway Accident Investigation Unit.
Armed robbery at children's play centre leaves staff member injured
The incident happened in south Dublin at around 6pm yesterday evening.
Prank caller tricks worker into smashing Burger King window to let gas out
The person claimed to be from the local fire department.
Customers waiting since November for fire-risk tumble dryers to be fixed
A number of tumble dryer owners were warned last year that their appliances could pose a fire hazard.
Decapitated head found outside a café in central Amsterdam
It is believed the killing has come as part of gang warfare.
Warning for parents after naked man infiltrates Cork kids' chat group
The man asked the children to put masks on their faces and touch themselves.
FBI release footage of Oregon ranch shooting
Robert ‘LaVoy’ Finicum was killed after a stand-off with police on Tuesday.
Former NFL player regrets playing football, says he's losing memory and can't go down stairs
Antwaan Randle El, 36, is starting to see serious effects of his life in football.
Flooding drives rats out of their homes, and there is a hidden danger to worry about
The floods we’ve had over the past weeks have made germs and bacteria a danger.
UN to prepare measures against North Korea over detonation of 'hydrogen bomb'
Meanwhile, the US says evidence is ‘not consistent’ with the bomb claim.
Family home gutted after hoverboard fire in Australia
The blaze began while the device was plugged in to charge.
From TheJournal.ie 
Alcohol pricing: Here's how the planned changes will affect your pocket
The government has announced that it will be setting the price of alcohol at €1 a unit.
Ireland's most dangerous prisons: Around the country staff are working in constant danger
So far this year there have been more than 50 assaults by prisoners on staff.
A quarter of children feel their parents don't love them enough to keep them safe
Most Irish children appear to be aware of the dangers of the internet and feel most at risk of harm when they’re at school.
Download our app
