Calls for peaceful July 12th parades
In the North - the first and deputy first minister have called for a peaceful and safe parading season.
Proposed new legislation for charities sector
The Social democrats are proposing better regulations for the charity sector, including plans for a new anti corruption agency.
Emergency response plan to Sudan crisis
International aid agencies are implementing emergency response plans in South Sudan after the latest outbreak of violence.
Anti racism demos being held nationwide
Hundreds are expected at anti-racism demonstrations around the country this evening.
2 bailiffs killed in US shooting
In the US - two bailiffs have died and a deputy sheriff has been wounded in a shooting at a courthouse in Michigan.
New research questions value of multivitamins during pregnancy
Multivitamins aimed at pregnant women are an “unnecessary expense” with no proven benefits for most mums-to-be or their babies.
Racing in Killarney and Dundalk
The July Festival at Killarney continues on with the Bourn Vincent Memorial Handicap Chase set to provide the big prize on today’s seven-race card.
Murphy speaks on FG leadership debate
A prominent Fine Gael Councillor in Tipperary says party leader Enda Kenny should be allowed to chose when he steps down.