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12.05.2020 / 20:06

Gardaí report 64 spitting and coughing incidents in past month

There have been a total of 64 incidents of spitting and coughing against members of An Garda Síochána recorded during the past month.

Cork school creates 'masterful' quarantine art collection

A County Cork primary school has created its own "masterful" collection of quarantine art inspired by some of the world's most famous artworks.

Frida Kahlo regional Munster Coronavirus

Use of face coverings in public could be part of Covid-19 response

The Chief Medical Officer has said there will be a role for non-medical grade face coverings in the community as part of the response to Covid-19.

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Public transport plan due as virus restrictions are eased

As Covid-19 restrictions ease and businesses gradually reopen, the demand for public transport will increase.

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Calls for investigation into Covid-19 outbreak at Louth nursing home

Some of families of those who died in Dealgan House nursing home in Dundalk are calling for a full investigation into an outbreak of Covid-19 at the facility.

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'I'm not sure' - Mixed reaction in Carlow to resumption of flights in July

Opinion was mixed today on the streets of Carlow among people who were asked if they would be happy to fly again from 1 July, the date earmarked by Ryanair for the resumption of up to 40% of its normal flight schedule.

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Challenges of being immunosuppressed during Covid-19

For those who are cocooning, 5 May was the first time in six weeks that they were allowed to get out and about for some fresh air, according to public health advice.

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Clare blacksmith forging ahead with protective screens

The Covid-19 health crisis has forced many small businesses to close, while others have had to adapt to survive. It's particularly challenging for rural businesses.

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World's tallest building serves as digital donation box to buy meals for workers hit by coronavirus

The world's tallest building, Dubai's 828m Burj Khalifa, has become a glowing charity donation box to buy food for residents of the United Arab Emirates suffering from the economic impact of the new coronavirus pandemic.

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Wuhan to test entire population following latest cases

Officials in Wuhan plan to conduct coronavirus tests on the Chinese city's entire population after new cases emerged for the first time in weeks in the cradle of the global pandemic, according to state media reports.

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Latest global developments in Covid-19 battle

Russia cases surge to world's second highest

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Donegal parish priest writes to children missing out on First Holy Communion

This coming Saturday was to supposed to be a big day in Killybegs, Co Donegal, for 42 children and their families.

Ireland Religion Coronavirus

Some McDonald's outlets set to reopen in Dublin

McDonald's has confirmed it is to re-open some of its outlets in Ireland from next week.

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Five die in fire at Russian coronavirus hospital

Five people have died in a fire at a hospital for coronavirus patients in Russia's second city of Saint Petersburg, with some victims attached to ventilators, officials said.

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Gráinne Walsh boxing clever in outdoor shed

She's the European champion boxer who was hoping to make it to Tokyo 2020 - but instead, found herself channeling Japanese tidying guru Marie Kondo to keep her career on track.

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Dentists awaiting 'clear direction' over safeguards

The Chief Executive of the Irish Dental Association has called for "clear direction" from the government, the National Public Health Emergency Team and the Dental Council of Ireland on how dentists can resume their work.

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NI Executive plan to lift Covid-19 restrictions may take a 'significant time'

The Northern Ireland Executive has published a five-point plan to relax Covid-19 restrictions.

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UK's Covid-19 death toll tops 38,000, worst in Europe

The UK's Covid-19 death toll has topped 38,000, by far the worst yet reported in Europe, raising questions about Prime Minister Boris Johnson's handling of the coronavirus crisis.

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40% more rental properties available compared to April 2019, report shows

Rents fell by 2.1% on average last month compared to March, reflecting the economic fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Donald Trump abruptly ends press conference after spat

US President Donald Trump abruptly ended his coronavirus press briefing yesterday after getting into a testy exchange with an Asian-American reporter.

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Spain orders two-week quarantine for all international travellers

The Spanish government ordered a two-week quarantine for all travellers coming into the country from 15 May in a bid to curb the spread of the coronavirus after one of the Europe's strictest lockdowns helped slow down the epidemic in Spain.

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HSA can close businesses 'as final resort' if protocols not followed

The chief executive of the Health and Safety Authority has said it is in the interests of employers and business to fully adopt all measures under the new Return to Work Safely Protocol ahead of re-opening to avoid any risks to workers.

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US death tally drops below 900 for second consecutive day

The United States logged a second consecutive day of fewer than 900 coronavirus deaths, as the World Health Organization hailed global progress but warned of the need for "extreme vigilance" against a second wave.

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40% of Ryanair flights to resume from July 1

Ryanair is to resume operating up to 40% of its normal flight schedule from July 1.

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How Florence Nightingale shaped the way modern nurses tackle coronavirus

Historians have praised Florence Nightingale on the 200th anniversary of her birth, and said her legacy has "never been more relevant" amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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NPHET to consider guidance on general public wearing face masks

The National Public Health Emergency Team will meet this morning to review the latest trends in the spread of the coronavirus.

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Call for water conservation in light of increased demand due to Covid-19

Irish Water is appealing to people to conserve water when they can following a significant upsurge in usage since the imposition of Covid-19 restrictions.

Ireland Coronavirus

Stormont to publish plans for easing of virus measures

The Northern Ireland Executive will publish its plans for a phased ending of Covid-19 restrictions today.

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New Oireachtas Covid-19 special committee to hold first meeting

A new Dáil committee, established to examine the Covid-19 crisis, will hold its first meeting today and appoint a chairperson.

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What can we learn from Sweden's Covid-19 ICU figures?

It can be very tricky to compare the Covid-19 experiences of different countries. Populations are not evenly distributed in terms of age, location, ethnicity, social class, or culture. Different groups and regions are not equally susceptible to the virus.

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Health service facing 'severe' staffing pressures, exacerbated by pandemic - INMO

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation is warning that the coronavirus pandemic will exacerbate the "severe" staffing pressure in Ireland's health service.

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IBEC calls for €15 billion in extra support in Covid recovery plan

The employers' group IBEC has launched a recovery plan for the economy which calls for a future government to commit a further €15 billion in supports and investments.

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IBEC's Great Leap Forward

IBEC’s recovery plan for the economy reads like a party manifesto, and not a manifesto of the prudent.

Ireland business politics

Masks to figure in White House dress code

White House staff have been ordered to wear a mask or facial covering to enter the West Wing, as Donald Trump confronts cases of the coronavirus at the heart of his administration.

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Vladimir Putin plans to ease restrictions in Russia as Covid-19 cases rise

President Vladimir Putin has said that stay-at-home orders for most workers in Russia will be eased this week, despite a record increase in new Covid-19 infections.

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'Significant' funding needed to open schools in September

Primary school managers and principals have said reopening schools in September will be incredibly challenging and that schools will need significant additional funding if it is to happen.

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Twitter takes action on misleading Covid-19 posts

Twitter has announced it will warn users when a tweet contains disputed or misleading information about coronavirus.

Social Media Twitter Coronavirus

Virus recovery: Covid affects people very differently

"Covid-19 is a terrible thing to have" says John Knowles from Clonee in Dublin, who understands this more than most.

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Doggy daycare offers respite to frontline health staff

A small business offering daycare for dogs in south Dublin has become a lifeline for healthcare workers spending long days in hospitals.

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Union seeks clarity on funding for transport services

The National Bus and Rail Union has called for immediate clarity on funding for transport services, following reports the CIÉ could run out of cash by next month.

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15 more deaths from Covid-19, 139 additional cases

Fifteen more people have died from Covid-19 in Ireland bringing the overall death toll to 1,467.

Arlene Foster county Republic Ireland Coronavirus

Podcast: Ep 30. The Four Friend Conundrum

Listen here: You can choose your friends - but you

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5 positive things happening right now

From a beautiful tribute to Christy Dignam Senio, to a special 80th birthday celebration - here are 5 positive things happening now.

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Slight fall in number of Pandemic Unemployment Payments

The number of people receiving the Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) has fallen slightly for the first time since it was launched on 16 March.

Ireland business Coronavirus fall

Electric Picnic cancelled due to Covid-19

The organisers of this year's Electric Picnic festival have cancelled the event due to concerns around Covid-19.

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Latest global developments in Covid-19 battle

Emerging from confinement

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How to help and support nurses to deal with Covid-19 challenges

Opinion: nurses are already high risk for mental illness due to the nature of their jobs and dealing with the pandemic will add more pressure

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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

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