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Hymn to Belgium's EU presidentguardian.co.uk - 3 hours ago As a Belgian, I am shocked by the disinformation around the candidacy and person of Mr Van Rompuy, especially by the British tabloids (The great EU stitch-up, 20 November). Herman? The world greets new EU President Independent Further heavy rain forecast after 'worst flooding in memory'Irish Times - 1 hour ago HOMEOWNERS AND businesses in deluged areas of the south, west and midlands are bracing themselves for more heavy rains tonight after some of the worst flooding in living memory. Flood-hit communities braced for more downpours Ireland Online Edited report on Dublin abuse cleared for releaseIrish Times - Nov 19, 2009 THE HIGH Court has cleared the way for publication of most of the report on the the handling by Catholic Church and State authorities of child sex abuse allegations against clerics in the Dublin archdiocese. Andrews welcomes sanction for sex-abuse report's publication Ireland Online 'Shock' sex abuse report gets go-ahead Belfast Telegraph |
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UNICEF chief calls for end of "unspeakable violations" against children
Xinhua - 3 hours ago
UNITED NATIONS, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- The "unspeakable violations" that happen almost everyday to children all across the globe need to be a thing of the past, chief of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Ann Veneman said here on Friday.
Children's Rights Still Violated 20 Years After Convention Voice of America
Major World Powers Dislike Nuclear Response From Iran
Voice of America - - 1 hour ago
Photo: AP The United States and five leading world powers meeting in Brussels expressed disappointment Friday that Iran had not accepted a uranium enrichment offer, even as the outgoing head of the International Atomic Energy Agency urged Tehran to ...
6 world powers press Iran on nuclear issue The Associated Press
As Iran Stalls on Nuclear Deal, New Sanctions Weighed New York Times
Pakistan: Fears of Militant Influx After Afghan Buildup
New York Times - 1 hour ago
By AP Pakistan expressed fear Friday that a large increase in foreign troops in Afghanistan could push militants across the border into its territory and called on the United States to consider that concern as it develops its new war strategy.
A round-up of today's home news in brief
Irish Times - 1 hour ago
Two masked men fired a shotgun outside a house at Pinewood Green Road, Balbriggan, at about 8.40pm on Thursday. Two women, one in her 30s, the other in her 40s, and a man in his 20s were wounded in the attack.
Three hurt in masked gang shooting The Press Association
Three arrested over people trafficking
Irish Times - 11 hours ago
Three people were arrested yesterday following a Garda operation in connection in an investigation into human trafficking. A man (52) is still in custody at Manorhamilton Garda station after he was arrested in Sligo yesterday morning on suspicion of ...
Garda arrested in sex-ring probe Irish Independent
Gardaí from immigration bureau question man in Sligo Ireland Online
Men sentenced to 12 and 14 years for transfer of cannabis
Irish Times - Nov 19, 2009
TWO MEN have been sentenced at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to 12 and 14 years of imprisonment for “overseeing the safe transfer and distribution onwards” of drugs from a cache valued at over €2 million.
More than 80000 jobs can be created in alternative energy, says Labour
Irish Times - - Nov 19, 2009
THE LABOUR Party has said more than 80000 jobs can be created in the energy sector if the Government moves quickly to alternative forms of energy and adopts a more ambitious approach to insulation.
Labour's energy vision Herald.ie
Labour: Energy will become financial crisis Ireland Online
Pilots give Aer Lingus outsourcing ultimatum
Irish Independent - - 22 hours ago
By Aidan O'Connor AER Lingus pilots have issued an ultimatum to bosses at the troubled airline to stop all outsourcing if an almost €100m cost-cutting deal is to be agreed.
Aer Lingus cuts 'vital' for survival IrishExaminer.com
Aer Lingus offers stranded fans €8 Herald.ie
Ryanair to seek review of decision on charges
Irish Times - Nov 19, 2009
RYANAIR IS planning to seek a judicial review of Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey's direction last month to the aviation regulator on airport passenger charges at Dublin Airport.
O'Leary says deal with Boeing is 'highly unlikely' Irish Independent
Charlie Weston: Help needed now more than ever for homeowners
Irish Independent - - 19 hours ago
THERE can be little doubt that we are now in the midst of a mortgage meltdown. Yesterday's figures from the Central Statistics Office show that 77500 households are in arrears on their mortgages and rent payments.
Over 77000 now behind on mortgage or rental bills Irish Independent
Industrial wages fall after overtime and bonus cuts
Irish Times - - 1 hour ago
CUTBACKS IN bonuses and overtime led to a fall in industrial sector wages in the second quarter of 2009, but average hourly earnings continue to increase year-on-year, according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
Charges for waste to fall €50, says new report
Irish Times - - Nov 19, 2009
HOUSEHOLDERS CAN expect to pay about €50 less in annual waste charges, but those on waivers may no longer be immune from charges, under new policies recommended in a major waste management report.
WRAP urges restraint over landfill ban plans letsrecycle.com
Commission studying ban on e-waste Ottumwa Courier
Proton Beams Are Back on Track at Collider
New York Times - - 1 hour ago
Physicists returned to their future on Friday. About 10 pm outside Geneva, scientists at CERN, the European Center for Nuclear Research, succeeded in sending beams of protons clockwise around the 17-mile underground magnetic racetrack ...
Large Hadron Collider restarts after 14 months of repairs Telegraph.co.uk
Brin: Two Google Operating Systems May Become One
PC World - 2 hours ago
Google co-founder says Chrome and Android could someday become a single OS. Chrome browser plus Android OS equals... Android. David Coursey It has been difficult for Google to explain away the seeming conflict between Chrome OS and Android.
Chrome OS: There Will Be Local Storage InformationWeek
Why Google Should Cool It With Chrome OS Wired News
'New Moon' poised for biggest box office day ever
Los Angeles Times - 1 hour ago
"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" is poised to break its second box office record in a single day. According to four people who have closely watched ticket sales data today but requested anonymity because they are not authorized to release the information, ...
'New Moon' breaks midnight screening record Hollywood Reporter
Oprah's departure presents problem for TV stations
The Associated Press - - 1 hour ago
CHICAGO - For more than two decades, Oprah Winfrey has been the inspirational, change-your-life champion who reigned over daytime television much like Johnny Carson once ruled late night.
Video: Emotional Oprah Announces the End of Her Show
The Associated Press
The Associated Press
End of an era for Oprah Winfrey show BBC News
Jedward are a shoe-in to stay
The Sun - - 11 hours ago
JEDWARD fought over who would get the boot today - but then realised they are a shoe-in to reach the next stage of the contest. Twins John and Edward Grimes battled over trainers as the X Factor gang visited the Reebok lounge yesterday.
Odds slashed on 'Jedward' success BBC News
Pep Guardiola supports Thierry Henry and video refereeing
guardian.co.uk - 3 hours ago
A poster outside FC Barcelona's Joan Gamper Sports Centre near Barcelona calling for an apology from Thierry Henry. Photograph: Josep Lago/AFP/Getty Images Thierry Henry was confronted by an 8ft poster of himself emblazoned with the words "I'm sorry" ...
Ireland v Fiji: match preview
Telegraph.co.uk - - 2 hours ago
Read a full match preview of the game between Ireland and Fiji at Royal Dublin Society, Dublin on Saturday Nov 21, 2009 kick-off 17.15 GMT.
D'Arcy keen to stake claim on centre stage Independent
Pressure growing on Limerick boss
RTE.ie - 14 hours ago
Pressure is growing on Justin McCarthy with several national newspapers reporting the huge unrest in the Limerick camp ahead of the new season.
Pressure mounts on McCarthy Irish Independent
Over 16000 patients face delay over strike
Irish Times - - 1 hour ago
MORE THAN 16000 people face having their hospital appointments or procedures deferred next week as a result of the planned national strike in the public service.
Strike prompts hospitals warning The Press Association
Ontario unveils new ventilators for swine flu fight
CTV.ca - 1 hour ago
TORONTO - Ontario's Health Ministry showed off some of the ventilators that it has delivered to hospitals across the province on Friday.
Video: Swine Flu vaccines at Nicholls
The Daily Comet
The Daily Comet
Bodywhys to set up local support group
Longford Leader - - Nov 18, 2009
The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland, Bodywhys, is preparing to establish a support group here in Longford. The project is currently being researched by Bodywhys and if established will offer essential assistance to those in our ...
Reflecting on eating disorders Los Altos Town Crier
Government 'inept' in bid to avert public sector dispute
Irish Times - - Nov 19, 2009
THE GOVERNMENT has been accused of “throwing in the towel” and doing nothing to prevent the 24-hour public sector strike next Tuesday, which is set to cause widespread disruption.
Sinn Féin Pre-Budget Submission... An Phoblacht
Social welfare cuts are not the answer says Funchion Kilkenny Advertiser
Leitrim sees worst flooding in ten years
Ocean fm - 14 hours ago
Leitrim is witnessing the worst flooding in ten years with water levels around Carrick on Shannon at the highest recorded levels since 1999.
Town risks being cut off by flooding Irish Times
Flooding continues to cause problems Ocean fm
Gardaí to hold off on penalty points during 'day of action'
Irish Times - - 1 hour ago
GARDAÍ MAY not issue penalty point or fixed charge notices to motorists next Tuesday as part of the industrial action being taken by staff in the public service in protest at proposed pay cuts.
Gardaí not to issue penalty points on day of action Ireland Online
Points may be withheld during strike Irish Times
Councils could face huge bills over deadly gas in homes
Irish Times - - Nov 19, 2009
LOCAL AUTHORITIES across the State are facing a potential compensation bill of tens of millions of euro for tenants who suffer the adverse health effects of radon gas in council homes.
Full radon testing 'would take 400 years' Ireland Online
Halton schools to be tested for radioactive radon gas Runcorn and Widnes Weekly News