Trump calls for Ukraine ceasefire after Zelensky meeting: US President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Urges Immediate Ceasefire in Ukraine
- Donald Trump called for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that President Zelenskyy is willing to negotiate.
- In an interview, Trump expressed openness to reducing military aid to Ukraine and potentially withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, raising concerns among allies and the U.S. national security community.
- Zelenskyy described discussions with Trump as constructive but emphasized the need for a just peace and effective security guarantees for Ukraine.
- Trump's proposals elicited serious reactions from both Ukraine and Russia, while the Kremlin reiterated its openness to negotiations.
Turkey calling for 'smooth transition' of power in Syria: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said that international and regional actors should ...
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Crowds celebrate in Syria following fall of the Assad regime.
Syrian rebels declared they had ousted President Bashar al-Assad after seizing control of ... Show more
Syrians who sought refuge in Ballaghaderreen, Co Roscommon in recent years have welcomed the ending of the Assad regime. Many have expressed surprise at the ... Show more
Sinn Féin leader hoping to meet with Fianna Fáil leader: The Sinn Féin leader Mary McDonald has said she will be meeting with other party leaders this week and ...
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ESB continuing to restore power following Storm Darragh: ESB Networks has said its crews and partner contractors are working to restore power to thousands of ...
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US healthcare: a mismatch between spending and results: The assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson, in New York this week has sent shockwaves ...
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Parliamentary walkout hits South Korea impeachment bid: Almost all the members of parliament from South Korea's ruling party walked out of the chamber to ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea: Political Crisis Following Martial Law Fiasco
- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is under criminal investigation due to a failed martial law attempt.
- The former defense minister has been arrested while Yoon faces mounting pressure to resign.
- The opposition demands Yoon's immediate impeachment and revocation of his military authority.
- This incident threatens military leadership trust and may impact security dynamics regarding North Korea.
World leaders gather as Notre Dame reopens after fire: US President-elect Donald Trump will join leaders for the reopening of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris ...
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Quick Glance: Notre-Dame Cathedral Reopens with Spectacular Ceremony
- Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris reopens after five years of restoration following a devastating fire that destroyed much of its structure.
- The reopening ceremony features guests including Jill Biden and Prince William, led by Archbishop Laurent Ulrich and President Emmanuel Macron.
- The restoration process, completed in just five years, involved meticulous work on the iconic roof, spire, and intricate interior details.
- The event is seen as a significant moment for both Parisians and global admirers, celebrating the collaborative efforts of many artisans and enthusiasts in reviving this historic landmark.
Charity delivers Christmas trees, dinners to older people: Volunteers in Dublin have delivered Christmas trees and dinners to older people ...
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Dickie Rock was 'the ultimate pro' - Twink: "The crowd loved him the minute he walked out on that stage. He had them!" said entertainer and ...
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Irish abroad call for fewer restrictions for postal votes: Irish people around the globe are calling for looser restrictions around the postal vote system ...
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Syrian rebels quicken momentum in both north and south: Syrian rebels were poised to press their lightning advance after reaching the edge of the central city of ...
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Storm Darragh batters the Mayo coast at Blacksod Bay in Erris. There are major traffic disruptions and power outages across the country with fallen trees and ... Show more
Nearly 400,000 without power amid Status Orange alert: Follow live updates as Storm Darragh continues to work its away across the country.
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Irish singer Dickie Rock dies aged 88: Irish singer Dickie Rock has died aged 88, his family have announced.
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Quick Glance: Versatile Showband Star Dickie Rock Passes Away at 88
- Irish showband singer and former Eurovision contestant Dickie Rock has passed away at the age of 88.
- Rock was a significant figure in Ireland's showband scene, known for his time with the Miami Showband and a solo career spanning seven decades.
- His family announced his peaceful passing and requested privacy during this difficult time.
- Dickie Rock competed in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1966 and remained active in touring until his retirement in 2021.
A Status Red wind warning has been issued for counties Mayo, Clare, Galway, Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo and Wicklow as Storm Darragh approaches ... Show more
Appeal to trace man in connection with Deely disapperance: Gardaí are renewing their appeal to trace a man who may have information about the disappearance of ...
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Tsunami warning after 7.0 earthquake off California coast: A powerful earthquake has struck off the coast of northern California, sparking a tsunami warning ...
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Amnesty says Israel carrying out 'genocide' in Gaza: Amnesty International has accused Israel of "committing genocide" against Palestinians ...
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Quick Glance: Amnesty International: Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza
- On December 5, Amnesty International declared that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.
- The organization identified three specific acts constituting genocide: killing members of a group, causing serious bodily or mental harm, and deliberately creating conditions aimed at the physical destruction of a group.
- Other organizations, including the UN special rapporteur, have expressed similar concerns, highlighting dehumanizing rhetoric from Israeli officials.
- So far, 14 countries have signaled their intention to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
Iran set to 'dramatically' increase stockpile of uranium: Iran is poised to "quite dramatically" increase its stockpile of near weapons-grade ...
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EU, South America reach agreement on Mercosur trade deal: The European Union and South American countries have reached agreement on a free trade treaty.
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Quick Glance: EU and South America Forge Major Trade Agreement
- The European Union has finalized a significant trade agreement with Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
- This agreement could create one of the largest trade zones globally, offering substantial savings for European companies.
- France has raised concerns about the potential impact of cheap agricultural imports on the European market, leading to internal EU tensions.
- The deal emerges at a crucial time as Europe seeks to diversify its trade in response to challenges from the U.S. and China.
Trump appoints 'czar' of AI and crypto policy: US President-elect Donald Trump named former PayPal chief operating officer David Sacks as White House ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Appoints David Sacks as AI and Crypto Czar
- David Sacks, former COO of PayPal, has been appointed by Donald Trump as the 'White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.'
- Sacks will work on a legal framework to provide clarity for the crypto industry and foster its growth in the U.S.
- Trump aims to reform the regulation of AI and cryptocurrencies, with Sacks expected to adopt a light regulatory touch with some safeguards.
- Sacks, a member of the 'PayPal Mafia,' is an established advocate for cryptocurrencies and will also lead a science and technology advisory council.
Harry Clarke stained-glass exhibition opens in Dublin: An exhibition of stained-glass panels created by artist Harry Clarke has opened in Collins Barracks in ...
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The public has been urged to stay indoors as Status Red wind warnings come into effect for counties Mayo, Clare and Galway.
Speaking on RTÉ’s Six One News ... Show more
Watch the moment the winner of the News2Day Christmas Art Competition, Noah Gill turned on the Christmas lights at RTÉ, kicking off the festive season on the ... Show more
Harris warns not to take FG for granted in govt formation: Simon Harris has warned that no-one should take Fine Gael's participation in the next government ...
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An inquest jury in Cork has recommended that a national policy should be developed to create greater supervision over the administration of medicines which ... Show more
Red alert brought forward in west, extended to Wicklow: Follow live developments as Ireland readies for high winds and rain as Storm Darragh approaches.
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It's Toy Show day! Kielty reveals Home Alone theme: It's Toy Show Day and everything is all set in RTÉ for the biggest TV event of the year ...
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New York police hunt for man who killed UnitedHealth CEO: Police in New York are continuing to search for the man who shot dead UnitedHealth executive Brian ...
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✨What is your Christmas wish?
Today winner of the news2day ‘Your Christmas Wish”Christmas Art Competition will have the honour of turning on RTÉ’s Christmas ... Show more
Hundreds attend Carlow funeral after appeal by undertaker: More than 300 people have attended the funeral of a woman in Carlow, after an appeal on social media ...
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Macron to name new France PM 'in coming days': French President Emmanuel Macron has vowed to name a new prime minister "in the coming days" after the resignation ...
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Quick Glance: Political Turmoil in France Following Government Collapse
- The French government collapsed after parliament voted to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his cabinet, plunging the nation into severe political and fiscal turmoil.
- This marks the first time in 60 years that Europe's second-largest economy lacks a functioning government, exacerbating the challenges of deficit reduction.
- Barnier was removed from office after just three months for pushing through an unpopular social security measure without parliamentary approval.
- A caretaker government will need to implement extraordinary measures to prevent a shutdown this year, while President Macron must appoint a new prime minister to restart the budget process.
'Dangerous' president must go - South Korean ruling party: South Korea's ruling party chief demanded that President Yoon Suk Yeol be stripped of ...
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Dozens arrested over people-smuggling between Ireland, UK: UK police have arrested dozens of people in a cross-border crackdown against people-smuggling gangs ...
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Dublin Bus to expand overnight services during Christmas: Dublin Bus is to expand its 24-hour and Nitelink services during the Christmas period.
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'No revenge' after seizure of Hama - Syria rebel leader: Rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani has said there will be "no revenge" after his group seized the ...
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Quick Glance: Rebels Capture Hama, Undermine Assad's Authority
- Syrian rebels have seized Hama, significantly weakening government control in a city held for over a decade.
- The offensive, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, resulted in the liberation of hundreds from the city's central prison.
- Hama's strategic importance and its historical significance due to past massacres add weight to its capture.
- The rebels aim to advance toward Homs, potentially splitting the regime's influence into two separate regions.
Rare Roman coin featuring Brutus up for auction in Geneva: A Roman gold coin bearing the image of Brutus, the assassin of Julius Caesar, will go to auction in ...
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Children in co-ed schools have more friends - report: Children who attend co-educational schools have more friends, a study which focuses on gender and schooling ...
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Strikes on key bridge linking Syria's Homs, Hama: Air strikes targeted a bridge on the highway linking the Syrian cities of Homs and Hama ...
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Increased taxi fares largely welcomed by industry: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has increased taxi fares by 9% with the pre-booking fee also jumping ...
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Labour and Social Democrats to meet for coalition talks: A delegation from the Labour Party is due to meet counterparts from Social Democrats about the ...
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Status Orange wind warning extended for entire country: Status Orange wind warnings have been extended across the country as Storm Darragh approaches.
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It’s Toy Show day!
🎄📺Host Patrick Kielty says he is excited for his second #LateLateToyShow and has revealed this year’s theme... Home Alone.
📲#latelate #toyshow #rtenews
South Korean ruling party to oppose Yoon impeachment: South Korea's parliament has introduced a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over a botched ...
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Israel-Hezbollah war death toll reaches 4,047 - Lebanon: The death toll in Lebanon in more than a year of war between Israel and Hezbollah has reached 4 ...
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Most teenagers with long Covid 'will recover' - study: Some teenagers have suffered from long Covid for more than two years, researchers have found.
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New measures to reduce risk of bird flu announced: New enhanced measures to improve biosecurity and reduce the risk of the spread of bird flu to Irish poultry ...
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Man executed in Missouri for nine-year-old girl's murder
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Quick Glance: Collings Faces Execution for Murder of 9-Year-Old
- Christopher Leroy Collings, 49, is scheduled for execution in Missouri on Tuesday for the murder of 9-year-old Rowan Ford.
- The U.S. Supreme Court denied his stay of execution, and Governor Michael Parson rejected clemency.
- Collings confessed to kidnapping, raping, and strangling Rowan before disposing of her body in a cave.
- Rowan's sister expressed that while Collings deserves punishment, lethal injection seems insufficient for the crime.
Stormont Executive moves to ban fracking in NI: Stormont ministers have backed a ban on fracking in Northern Ireland.
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Aligned calendar gets green light after FAI vote: The general assembly of the Football Association of Ireland has voted for the introduction of the aligned ...
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Reverend resigns following enquiry over LGBTQ+ events: A minister who was summoned before the Presbyterian Church of Ireland's Judicial Commission for ...
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Irish dry stone wall construction added to UNESCO list: The practice of dry stone wall construction in Ireland has been added to UNESCO's list of protected ...
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A 25-year-old man has been sentenced to four months in prison and has been banned from owning animals for life after pleading guilty to charges of animal ... Show more
“For Deaf children to be able to watch the Toy Show, and really get it, and to be able to pass on that magic to them is an honour ... Show more
White House defends Hunter Biden pardon amid backlash: The White House said that President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter in part because of concern his ...
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Quick Glance: Judge Critiques Biden's Pardon Statement on Hunter's Case
- Judge Mark C. Scarsi criticized President Biden for misrepresenting the charges against Hunter Biden in his pardon announcement.
- He noted that the president's claims contradict the court records and that Hunter Biden does not belong to the group of individuals who delayed tax payments due to addiction.
- Biden pleaded guilty to failing to pay at least $1.4 million in federal taxes and filing false returns.
- Despite the concerns regarding the president's statements, the judge vacated the sentencing hearing and planned to officially close the case upon receipt of the pardon confirmation.
Who might become France's next prime minister?: French President Emmanuel Macron is considering who to appoint as prime minister to replace Michel Barnier ...
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Barnier expected to resign amid France's political crisis: French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is expected to resign tomorrow after far-right and leftist ...
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ICTU recommends pay rises of up to 7% in private sector: The Irish Congress of Trade Unions is recommending that unions representing workers in the private ...
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ESA launches spacecraft using Cork-made tech on board: The European Space Agency has launched Proba-3, a cutting-edge Sun-observing mission ...
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Puppy love: Czech prisoners train assistance dogs: The puppy training is part of a project to help inmates at the Jirice prison northeast of Prague be better ...
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Orange wind warnings issued ahead of Storm Darragh: A Status Orange wind warning and several Status Yellow warnings have been issued as Storm Darragh is set to ...
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MISSING APPEAL: Justin O’Connor, 41, is missing from Celbridge, Co Kildare since Tuesday, 3 December. He is described as being approximately 1 ... Show more
Healthcare facing skills shortages and wage pressures: The healthcare sector is facing urgent pressures when it comes to staffing, wages ...
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Martin welcomes UK's 'first steps' to repeal Legacy Act: Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin has said he welcomes the UK ...
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Independents move centre stage in Govt formation talks: The Dáil's 16 independents are feeling the love right now as they move centre stage in government ...
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Labour to outline stance on govt, SF and Soc Dems to meet: The Labour Party will meet to discuss the outcome of the General Election and how the party will ...
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State 'facing €20bn fine' if it fails to reduce emissions: The State could face a cost of €20bn if it fails to achieve reductions in carbon emissions ...
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Status Yellow wind warnings issued for 13 counties: Status Yellow wind warnings have been issued for 13 counties in the west and north.
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Norwegian mass murderer Anders Breivik denied parole: A Norwegian court has ruled that mass murderer Anders Behring Breivik will not be released early from jail ...
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Threat to 'neutralize' hostages if Israel launches rescue: Hamas said it had information that Israel intended to carry out a hostage rescue operation ...
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Marian Price suing Disney+ over 'Say Nothing' scene: Marian Price is taking legal action against Disney+ after she was depicted killing Jean McConville ...
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New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said the fatal shooting of a health insurance CEO “does not appear to be a random act of violence” ... Show more
Deal over Parthenon Marbles dispute 'some distance' away: The head of the British Museum, George Osborne, has said a reported deal with Greece to end a ...
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RTÉ's Election 24 Quiz: Can you match David McCullagh?: Dr David McCullagh is RTÉ's oracle of Irish politics and rumour has it only he has answered all ...
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Tax take rises as Apple tax money continues to roll in: Taxes collected last month were up 46% on November of last year due to the second tranche of Apple tax ...
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'World on fire' - UN seeks €45bn for aid in 2025: The UN has appealed for more than $47 billion (€44.6bn) to deliver vital aid next year ...
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Calls for flood prevention measures in Killybegs: Residents and business owners in Killybegs, Co Donegal have said action is needed to ensure the severe flooding ...
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Election 2024: The Power of Ten: With Fianna Fáil having ten more seats than Fine Gael in the 34th Dáil, Political Correspondent Paul Cunningham assesses what ...
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