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07.09.2021 / 11:01

90% of adult population expected to be fully vaccinated in coming days - Donnelly

The Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has said that 90% of the population over the age of 18 will be fully vaccinated in the next couple of days.

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Further relaxation of Covid-19 regulations agreed in Northern Ireland

A number of further relaxations of Covid-19 regulations in Northern Ireland have been agreed by Stormont ministers.

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Covid costs Ireland's tourism sector an estimated €13.4bn

The Covid-19 pandemic has cost the tourism sector here €13.4bn and 100,000 jobs have been lost as a result, a new report claims.

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Ryanair ends talks with Boeing for 737 MAX 10 order

Ryanair has ended talks with Boeing on a major new order for Boeing 737 jets due to a disagreement over pricing, the airline said in a statement today.

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New Covid scheme for business opens to applicants

A new targeted Government funded support scheme, aimed at assisting vulnerable but viable businesses whose earnings have collapsed due to Covid-19 restrictions, has opened for applications.

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Tánaiste entitled to 'down time', says Harris

The Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris has defended the Tánaiste Leo Varadkar who was pictured at a music festival in London at the weekend saying he is entitled to "some down time".

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Further drop in Ireland's 14-day incidence rate of Covid-19

The latest data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre shows a further reduction in the 14-day incidence of Covid-19 in Ireland.

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Reopening today 'another major step forward' - Tánaiste

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said today's further easing of restrictions has been made possible due to what he called Ireland's "world class vaccination programme, which is now suppressing the Delta wave".

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Covid-19: 1,180 new cases confirmed, 362 in hospital

The Department of Health has confirmed 1,180 new cases of Covid-19. There are 362 people in hospital, down one from yesterday, with 59 in ICU, up seven.

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Despite pro-vaccine messaging resistance to Covid jab persists

There is widespread concern over the emergence of new Covid-19 mutations as infection rates are ticking up globally again, with the highly transmissible Delta variant taking hold - especially among the unvaccinated - and in regions where anti-virus measures have been relaxed.

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At a glance: What restrictions are easing tomorrow?

Last week, the Taoiseach announced plans to lift most of Ireland's Covid-19 restrictions in the next two months. From Monday, a number of restrictions are eased, with the majority lifted next month.

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Decline in Covid-19 test referrals among younger people - HSE

The HSE has said there has been a sharp decline in referrals for Covid-19 testing among people aged 15-24.

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Miriam O’Callaghan reflects on getting Covid in lockdown and juggling her busy life

If I’m honest, I’m a little intimidated at the thought of interviewing Miriam O’Callaghan — the statuesque blonde has always seemed like a superwoman to me.

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Martin: Covid levels may be on a downward trajectory

The country can take some heart from indications that Covid-19 levels may be on a downward trajectory, according to the Taoiseach.

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We are a changed people - and pandemic is also changing

After being stuck on this journey with Covid-19 for so long, this week's new road map may have felt like a dramatic shift in gear - and even a sharp change of direction for some.

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Walk-in clinics open this weekend for Covid-19 vaccines

Almost one fifth of the population aged 12 and over are not yet fully vaccinated against coronavirus with 82% having received both jabs.

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Drop in Ireland's 14-day incidence of Covid-19

The 14-day incidence of Covid-19 in Ireland for every 100,000 people is reducing.

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Volunteer pianists hit the right note at vaccine centre

"To play the piano here is an amazing opportunity, because it is part of my therapy," says Nelson Aguilar, a volunteer at the Covid-19 vaccination centre in Citywest, Dublin.

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McCarthy: Lack of 'expertise' behind GAA's decision not to increase capacity

GAA president Larry McCarthy says a lack of "expertise" was the reason the association decided against increasing the capacity for the upcoming All-Ireland football final.

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Festivals could go ahead in coming weeks - Martin

The further easing of restrictions raises the possibility that some festivals could take place within the coming week, the Minister for Arts has said.

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343 people in hospital with Covid-19

There are 343 people with Covid-19 in hospitals today, according to the latest figures.

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'Parents get kitchen table back' as college campuses reopen

The Minister for Higher and Further Education has said he is excited about the reopening of college campuses.

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Arsenal woes deepen as Granit Xhaka tests positive for Covid-19 on international duty

Arsenal star Granit Xhaka has tested positive for coronavirus while on international duty with Switzerland.The midfielder was left out of the Swiss squad to face Greece in Basel on Wednesday after being diagnosed with symptoms on the morning of the game. Xhaka's positive test means that he is likely to face 10 days of isolation in Switzerland.However, the Swiss FA are planning to give the 28-year-old a further test on Thursday, which may change his situation.As it stands, he will miss matches against Italy and Northern Ireland.

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Up to 22,000 housing units could be completed this year - BPFI analysis

Housing completions this year could top 22,000, according to an analysis by Banking and Payments Federation Ireland.

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Women to be offered vaccine at any stage of pregnancy after NIAC advice

Pregnant women are to be offered an mRNA Covid-19 vaccine at any stage of their pregnancy, following updated advice from the National Immunisation Advisory Committee.

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Graffiti artists, young people collaborate to create pandemic inspired mural

A new mural has been created in Dublin's north inner city designed to reflect the experiences of young people over the past year.

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3,000 daily cases by September in NPHET's best scenario

Ireland could see a peak of 2,500-3,000 Covid-19 cases a day by mid September, in an optimistic scenario, the Government has been told.

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HSE criticised in audit over procurement of ventilators

The Health Service Executive has been criticised in an unpublished internal audit report about how it procured millions of euro worth of ventilators at the start of the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Teen opens coffee trailer so she can be her own boss

This week we are shining a light on some of Ireland's most inspiring teenagers in our 'Quaran-teen' series of reports. They tell us about their experiences and stories of navigating life through the pandemic.

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Public transport at full capacity as easing of Covid-19 restrictions begins

Public transport is operating at full capacity across the country from this morning, as the Government implements a phased plan to lift most Covid-19 restrictions by 22 October.

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Returning to the workplace: 'I would prefer a hybrid model'

Before the pandemic, Mary Ennis' working day started early.

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Supports needed to help live events industry rebuild

"Everyone is talking about wages and money and that's important, but mental health also took a huge hit."

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Pandemic, politics and the plan to end all plans

As the Taoiseach descended the stairs of Government Buildings, by now well-worn by the burden of weighty pronouncements on Covid restrictions, he must have hoped it was his last time doing so for a speech on the topic that has dominated his time in office.

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At a glance: Workplaces, live music, organised events

The Taoiseach has announced plans to lift most of Ireland's Covid-19 restrictions in the next two months, but Micheál Martin said people would have to continue to use their judgement where there may be a risk of catching the virus.

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Sports and dance facilities eager for 20 September reopening

There was an extra pep in the step of those taking part in 'Zumba with Louise' class in Mount Merrion in Dublin this morning, with the news that from 20 September, they will be allowed to return indoors.

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Returning to the workplace: 'I would prefer a hybrid model'

Before the pandemic, Mary Ennis' working day started early.

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164,000 children aged 12-15 have registered for vaccine

The Health Service Executive has said that 164,000 children aged 12-15 years have registered for a Covid-19 vaccine and 148,000 have received their first dose so far.

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Covid variant seen in South Africa not detected in Ireland

A variant of Covid-19, which has raised some concerns in South Africa, has not been detected in Ireland, according to the Director of the National Virus Reference Laboratory.

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INTO will follow public health guidance on face masks in schools

The Irish National Teachers Organisation (INTO) is not advocating for the compulsory wearing of face masks in schools to be extended to children aged under 13.

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World better prepared for future pandemics, says NUIG expert

A professor of bacteriology at NUI Galway's school of medicine and co-ordinator of the EU-wide future pandemic defence system, PANDEM, says the risk of another emerging disease is higher now than at any point in history.

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Ryanair Group CEO O'Leary sees 'very strong recovery'

Ryanair, Europe's largest airline by passenger numbers, expects a "very strong recovery" in the coming months, group chief executive Michael O'Leary said today.

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Teen puppeteer dreams of how to get to Sesame Street

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Cabinet meeting over proposal on Covid restrictions

The Cabinet will meet today to consider a proposal which would end almost all Covid-19 restrictions by 22 October.

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1,293 new Covid-19 cases with 382 people in hospital

The Department of Health has reported 1,293 new cases of Covid-19.

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Restrictions will begin to unwind from next week - McGrath

Minister for Public Expenditure Michael McGrath has said that Covid-19 restrictions will begin to unwind from next week.

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One overseas traveller for every five in pre-Covid times - CSO

New figures from the Central Statistics Office show a big increase in the level of overseas travel in July compared to June, but the number still remains far below pre-Covid levels.

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Number of patients in hospital with Covid-19 rises

There has been an increase in the number of patients being treated in hospital for Covid-19.

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Covid committee meeting ahead of final plan over restrictions

The Cabinet Sub-Committee on Covid-19 is to meet again today to discuss the further easing of restrictions.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0