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Woman's body found on river bank
The body of a woman has been recovered on the banks of the River Shannon.
Obesity action 'should be targeted'
Women from poorer backgrounds are 42% more likely to be obese after childbirth, a report has revealed.
Footballer probed over 'assault'
A footballer is being investigated over an alleged assault at a popular nightclub in Dublin.
Man drowns after Co Cork night swim
A 21-year-old man has drowned after getting into difficulty while swimming in the River Lee late on Sunday night.
Sewage plant to be near airport
A site near Dublin Airport has been chosen for a new 'super' sewage treatment plant, it was announced.
Warning over increasing HIV risk
Young gay and bisexual men have been warned that the risk of contracting HIV has grown significantly.
Irish rape victim tries to take her own life in India
An Irish woman, who was allegedly raped by a businessman while working for an aid agency in India, has attempted to take her own life.
Teenagers arrested over burglary
Three youths have been arrested following a burglary in Co Meath.
Climbers raise fund for homeless
Hundreds of fundraisers have climbed nearly 12,000 feet over the last three days - helping to raise 200,000 euro for a homelessness charity.
Sewage plant plans to be revealed
The site for a super sewage treatment plant will be revealed on Monday.
Driver dies after tractor accident
A man in his 60s has died after the tractor he was driving crashed.
Huge protest over abortion law move
Thousands of pro-life campaigners took to the streets of Dublin urging the Government to scrap its plans for new abortion laws.
Kenny issues pledge on world hunger
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has pledged Ireland's absolute commitment to tackling global hunger as he recalled the Great Famine more than 160 years ago.
Duff's anguish over baby's surgery
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Damien Duff has spoken of the "longest four hours" of his life as his baby son underwent heart surgery.
Teenager seriously hurt in stabbing
A teenager has been left with serious injuries after he was stabbed in Dublin city centre.
Garda probe as €27,000 cash goes missing from Malahide garda station
More than €27,000 has gone missing from a garda station – the third haul of cash to have disappeared while it was being held as potential evidence in a criminal court trial.
Republic of Ireland 3 Faroe Islands 0: Robbie Keane banks three points for the Republic with a hat-trick
Robbie Keane celebrated his record-breaking 126th cap with a hat-trick as the Republic of Ireland eased past the Faroe Islands to bank three priceless World Cup points.
Prison conditions slammed in report
Inmates are still being housed in "archaic and Dickensian" conditions in some parts of Cork Prison, a report has revealed.
Woman dies after Co Mayo car crash
A woman has been killed and a man injured in a car crash in Co Mayo.
New hotline for missing children
Runaway teenagers and those thinking of fleeing home will be giving emotional support on a new hotline for missing children.
In Pictures: The G8 summit
Gerry forces Sammy into Mexican wave
Voice of Pomeroy pops home
Rapturous reception for Andrea
One Summer's Day 2013
We want you to get snapping!
Obama death bid fears - aircraft carriers on standby
In Pictures: Ulster Nightlife
Pubs, clubs and parties
In Pictures: The 'Big IF' concert in Botanic Gardens
Thousands turn out in the rain
Latest News
PM and Speaker show tennis skills new
A taste of Wimbledon came to Westminster when the Prime Minister showed off his racquet skills with tennis ace Greg Rusedski.
Duchess opts for a natural birth new
The Duchess of Cambridge is planning a natural birth for her baby but does not know if it will be a girl or a boy, sources have said.
BBC chief's £400 holiday claim new
A senior BBC executive who earns a six-figure salary claimed almost £400 when his holiday was cancelled in the aftermath of the Jimmy Savile sex abuse scandal.
Latest Sport
Di Canio signs Swede Karlsson new
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio has landed teenage Swedish winger David Moberg Karlsson.
No Liverpool move yet for Mkhitaryan new
Shakhtar Donetsk chief executive Sergei Palkin claims there has been no approach from Liverpool for in-demand midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan - but they would be willing to listen to offers.
Protesters hopeful on ticket prices new
A group of fans believe they have made positive progress in their campaign for lower Premier League ticket prices following a protest in London.
Latest Showbiz
Stars join 'inspirational' children new
Former Pussycat Doll Kimberley Wyatt, Strictly Come Dancing's Robin Windsor and soul singer Beverley Knight have met a group of 20 inspirational children diagnosed with cancer.
Judge Nicole goes hell for leather new
Nicole Scherzinger went hell for leather at the X Factor auditions as she dazzled fans with her latest outfit.
Critics hail Radcliffe's stage turn
Daniel Radcliffe has won magical reviews for his latest stage role as a disabled Irish dreamer in Martin McDonagh's The Cripple Of Inishmaan.
