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Political necessity trumped wider view on Mercosur deal
Political necessity trumped wider view on Mercosur deal As farmers head towards a national rally in Athlone, Opposition TDs, including rally organisers Independent Ireland, are limbering up to fight the Mercosur deal and the Government they accuse of not doing enough to oppose it.
Teens share their views on possible social media ban
Teens share their views on possible social media ban One month ago, Australia implemented a world-first social media ban for those under the age of 16 in a bid to protect young people from harmful content.
Student wins Young Scientist with cancer diagnosis tool
Student wins Young Scientist with cancer diagnosis tool A Kerry student has won the top prize at this year's Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition for her brain cancer diagnosis tool.
Irish farmers express disappointment at Mercosur deal
Irish farmers express disappointment at Mercosur deal Irish beef farmers are disappointed that the EU-Mercosur trade agreement has been approved in Brussels today.
Family 'lost everything' in Finglas arson attack
Family 'lost everything' in Finglas arson attack A young woman who went back into her burning home after an arson attack to rescue her younger brothers and sister last week said the family has lost everything and are now homeless.