#Solidarity
NBA postpone playoff games as players stage boycott in protest at police shooting
The Milwaukee Bucks did not show up on court for tonight’s game in protest at the shooting of unarmed African-American Jacob Blake in Wisconsin on Sunday.
Thierry Henry takes a knee for eight minutes and 46 seconds in MLS
The Frenchman kneeled for the length of time police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on George Floyd’s neck in the lead-up to his death.
Ireland star O'Sullivan and Courage team-mates take a knee during US anthem as football returns Stateside
The Cork midfield maestro helped her side to a 2-1 victory.
Bundesliga's big four pledge €20 million in financial aid to other German clubs
The DFL will be responsible for deciding how the money is distributed among clubs in the top two divisions.
Klopp expresses sympathy for Guardiola and his players following Champions League ban
Manchester City have been hit with a two-season exclusion from European competition but the Liverpool boss wants his counterpart’s work to be respected.
Galway West PBP candidate suspended from party over claim he 'smashed phone'
Loughnane was one of Solidarity-PBP’s two candidates in the constituency.
'They wouldn't be forgiven': Varadkar confident EU27 won't veto Brexit extension
The threat of a no-deal Brexit still remains, but the Taoiseach is confident EU leaders will grant a Brexit extension.
Tusk tells EU: 'You cannot betray the 6 million people who signed the petition to revoke Article 50'
Tusk said today that the European Parliament must stand with pro-European Brits if the UK seeks an Article 50 extension.
'Everybody should be following the example set by nurses': Here's how to help nurses on the picket today
All the ways you can support nurses, from a simple beep of your horn to bringing them lunch.
Blocked sewer suspected to have caused 'major' fish kill along 5km stretch of river in north Dublin
A local councillor has called on Irish Water to explain how it will protect the river.
Fine Gael loses ground but still manages to increase lead over Fianna Fáil in latest opinion poll
It’s not good news for Micheál Martin heading into the next Dáil term.
Sweden's Sports Minister wears football jersey to parliament after World Cup player suffers racial attacks
Annika Strandhall wore a Jimmy Durmaz football jersey in parliament to show her support for the winger.
FA support Sterling for 'honest and heartfelt account' following gun tattoo outrage
The Man City star posted a message on Instagram explaining the meaning of the tattoo.
Bill to introduce factual sex education in schools progresses despite Fianna Fáil opposition
The bill seeks to introduce information on sexuality, gender and consent to all schools regardless of ethos.
'I find it cynical, ignorant': Efforts made to rename Sligo halting site The Gaza Strip
A local member of the Travelling community wants to name the site out of solidarity with the plight of Palestinians.
'Religious groups shouldn't be involved in sex education'
Proposed legislation seeks to remove religious ethos from sex education in schools.
'See no homeless, hear no homeless, help no homeless': Paul Murphy hits out at government approach
Solidarity TDs have launched a Bill that aims to prevent the installation of anti-homeless devices.
'Love will unite us': Friends of Argentinians who died in New York terror attack pay emotional tribute
After a statement read yesterday, the men who’d been friends since secondary school were applauded.
Catalan flag step closer to flying over City Hall after Dublin City councillors vote in favour of motion
Earlier this year, Dublin City councillors voted to fly the Palestinian flag over City Hall as a gesture of solidarity.
Texans kneel during anthem to protest owner's 'inmates running the prison' remarks
Several Seahawks players also sat during the anthem to show support for the Texans.
Bundesliga club take a knee in solidarity with American athletes
Hertha Berlin said the act demonstrated that the club stood for tolerance and responsibility.
'We have to be a family' - Cavani stresses PSG unity following Neymar fall-out
While acknowledging there were differences among the club’s players, the Uruguayan underlined that any problems end once they step on the pitch.
Opening up their homes, free fares and donating blood: A city in solidarity after Las Ramblas attack
A strike by security staff at the airport was immediately suspended and taxis offered fares free of charge.
'They are assassins, criminals who won't terrorise us': Leaders react to Barcelona attack
Germany has called the attack “revolting”.
Warm welcome for children from Gaza ahead of football tour around Ireland
The Gaza Kids to Ireland project aims to show solidarity with Gaza and raise awareness of the current climate in Palestine.
They've not gone away you know: Acquitted Jobstown protesters gather political support for inquiry
Over 100 TDs, senators and academics have signed their support for an inquiry.
Proposals to limit smaller party speaking times is 'attempt to silence radical voices' in Dáil
Fianna Fáil are calling for more speaking time to be given to larger political parties in the Dáil.
Galway Christian church leaders line up to condemn mosque attack
In a joint statement, representatives of the Catholic, Church of Ireland, Methodist and Presbyterian and Quaker churches condemned the attack.
'All the children that live in our building got places in local schools - our daughter didn't'
The family’s story sparked a debate on the controversial ‘Catholics first’ policy in many primary schools.
Frances Fitzgerald: Abortion referendum should be held next year
The Citizens’ Assembly has made recommended sweeping changes be implemented regarding Ireland’s abortion laws.
Religious order that owes millions to abuse survivors given ownership of new maternity hospital
A new company will be set up to govern the new maternity hospital.
A decision on water charges has been kicked down the road... again
The water committee has voted in favour of adjourning until next week.
Dutch men are holding hands en masse in wake of a brutal attack on gay couple
The trend comes after gay couple Jasper Vernes-Sewratan and Ronnie Sewratan-Vernes were attacked on their way home last weekend in Arnhem.
Irish Rail and Dublin Bus could face delays as Bus Éireann strike comes to Leinster House
It has not yet been confirmed if rail and Dublin bus workers will attend today’s protest.
Rail and Dublin Bus workers angry over treatment of Bus Éireann staff, says union boss
There is no end in sight for the Bus Éireann strike, as it continues for its third day today.
The Anti-Austerity Alliance is changing its name
A spokesperson told TheJournal.ie that the move was brought about to expand the focus of the party.
Mourinho pays tribute to axed Leicester boss Ranieri
The Manchester United manager has once again expressed his support for the sacked former Leicester City boss.
The forgotten story of Irish-Australians after the 1916 Rising is getting an international audience
The film explores the support for the Rising in Australia, and the Irish community formed in the country.
'He's got credit in the bank' - England rugby chief backs Hartley to remain captain
RFU CEO Ian Ritchie says the Northampton hooker has been ‘the perfect ambassador’ since joining the setup.
Top Brasileirao clubs to offer free loan deals to Chapecoense
Brazilian clubs including champions Palmeiras want Chapecoense to be granted special measures after a plane crash devastated their team.
