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Tonight on #TheBigInterview, Leo Varadkar tells Colette Fitzpatrick the criticism that stings him most is when people question his motivation for entering politics. 📺 The Big Interview with Leo Varadkar | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media PLAY

Tonight on #TheBigInterview, Leo Varadkar tells Colette Fitzpatrick the criticism that stings him most is when people question his motivation for entering politics. 📺 The Big Interview with Leo Varadkar | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media PLAY

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Enoch Burke has arrived outside Wilson’s School in Co Westmeath and is attempting to gain access to the grounds. He was released from Mountjoy Prison yesterday after a High Court order and has been blocked by private security since arriving at around 9.20am. #VMNews

Enoch Burke has arrived outside Wilson’s School in Co Westmeath and is attempting to gain access to the grounds. He was released from Mountjoy Prison yesterday after a High Court order and has been blocked by private security since arriving at around 9.20am. #VMNews

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Revenue is warning shoppers that online orders placed today may be subject to new customs charges. New rules mean a three euro charge will be added to the cost of goods arriving from outside the EU from Wednesday of next week. Revenue says the measures are aimed at creating a "level playing field" for Irish and EU businesses, ensuring imported goods face the same customs obligations while helping tackle high volumes of low-value products entering the market. More on Virgin Media PLAY #VMNews

Revenue is warning shoppers that online orders placed today may be subject to new customs charges. New rules mean a three euro charge will be added to the cost of goods arriving from outside the EU from Wednesday of next week. Revenue says the measures are aimed at creating a "level playing field" for Irish and EU businesses, ensuring imported goods face the same customs obligations while helping tackle high volumes of low-value products entering the market. More on Virgin Media PLAY #VMNews

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"He didn't say anything when Trump called Catherine Connolly a man." Social Democrats Senator Patricia Stephenson has criticised the Taoiseach for "choosing not to interject". More on #VMNews

"He didn't say anything when Trump called Catherine Connolly a man." Social Democrats Senator Patricia Stephenson has criticised the Taoiseach for "choosing not to interject". More on #VMNews

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It was a political dance-off in Monaghan town today. Fine Gael’s Simon Harris and Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald both visited local shop Sound Quality Gifts within hours of each other, both joining in for some jiving. #GE2024 | @newschambers Paul Quinn

It was a political dance-off in Monaghan town today. Fine Gael’s Simon Harris and Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald both visited local shop Sound Quality Gifts within hours of each other, both joining in for some jiving. #GE2024 | @newschambers Paul Quinn

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Labour TD Alan Kelly on fuel protests: "When a Government believes that bringing in the army is the solution, rather than actually dealing with ordinary people’s concerns, then that’s not a Government out of touch - that’s a Government that’s lost its mandate.” #VMNews

Labour TD Alan Kelly on fuel protests: "When a Government believes that bringing in the army is the solution, rather than actually dealing with ordinary people’s concerns, then that’s not a Government out of touch - that’s a Government that’s lost its mandate.” #VMNews

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"Very clearly, there are problems with regard to the party leadership". Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne said Micheal Martin has been a "good Taoiseach" but "not a good party leader". Pressure is mounting as other Fianna Fáil TDs say public trust is strained. #VMNews

"Very clearly, there are problems with regard to the party leadership". Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne said Micheal Martin has been a "good Taoiseach" but "not a good party leader". Pressure is mounting as other Fianna Fáil TDs say public trust is strained. #VMNews

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Ahead of the latest homelessness figures, the Taoiseach again pointed to the proportion of people from outside Ireland living in emergency accommodation. Opposition parties hit back, branding the comments a "disgrace" and arguing they distract from the wider issues. #VMNews

Ahead of the latest homelessness figures, the Taoiseach again pointed to the proportion of people from outside Ireland living in emergency accommodation. Opposition parties hit back, branding the comments a "disgrace" and arguing they distract from the wider issues. #VMNews

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President Michael D. Higgins has left Áras an Uachtaráin for the final time this evening, closing the chapter on 14 years in office. Before departing, President Higgins was presented with flowers by a member of the Sanctuary Runners, of which he was a patron. #VMNews

President Michael D. Higgins has left Áras an Uachtaráin for the final time this evening, closing the chapter on 14 years in office. Before departing, President Higgins was presented with flowers by a member of the Sanctuary Runners, of which he was a patron. #VMNews

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Commenting on the recent fuel protests, Tánaiste Simon Harris said that in the age of social media algorithms, it is “easy to mistake volume for consensus”. He made the remark during a Government confidence vote. #VMNews

Commenting on the recent fuel protests, Tánaiste Simon Harris said that in the age of social media algorithms, it is “easy to mistake volume for consensus”. He made the remark during a Government confidence vote. #VMNews

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The parents of Harvey Morrisson Sherratt (9), who died last month after waiting years for scoliosis surgery, spoke at a Dublin protest this weekend. It was attended by over a thousand people, appealing for change in children’s healthcare. Full Interview:

The parents of Harvey Morrisson Sherratt (9), who died last month after waiting years for scoliosis surgery, spoke at a Dublin protest this weekend. It was attended by over a thousand people, appealing for change in children’s healthcare. Full Interview:

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Despite delays and cost blowouts, hospital builder BAM can’t be barred from future public contracts. Micheál Martin says EU rules block any ban as new timeline looms for the 2.2 billion euro hospital. #VMNews

Despite delays and cost blowouts, hospital builder BAM can’t be barred from future public contracts. Micheál Martin says EU rules block any ban as new timeline looms for the 2.2 billion euro hospital. #VMNews

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EXCLUSIVE: The father of an 11-year-old boy injured in a stabbing at his school this week has revealed that he felt he was saying goodbye to his son. Full interview: #VMNews | Hannah Murphy

EXCLUSIVE: The father of an 11-year-old boy injured in a stabbing at his school this week has revealed that he felt he was saying goodbye to his son. Full interview: #VMNews | Hannah Murphy

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#WATCH Gardaí say 11,000 demonstrators attended the protest in Limerick city today over overcrowding issues at University Hospital Limerick as hospital Emergency Departments have been seeing record trolley figures this month #VMNews

#WATCH Gardaí say 11,000 demonstrators attended the protest in Limerick city today over overcrowding issues at University Hospital Limerick as hospital Emergency Departments have been seeing record trolley figures this month #VMNews

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🗳️ With just days to go until the Presidential Election, Heather Humphreys sits down with Colette Fitzpatrick to share why she wants to be president. 📺 Watch #TheBigInterview tonight at 10PM on Virgin Media One and Virgin Media Play.

🗳️ With just days to go until the Presidential Election, Heather Humphreys sits down with Colette Fitzpatrick to share why she wants to be president. 📺 Watch #TheBigInterview tonight at 10PM on Virgin Media One and Virgin Media Play.

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Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport has been evacuated as a 'safety precaution'. The DAA has warned that flight operations may be temporarily impacted and is urging passengers to check with their airlines for updates. 📹 Shauns_Aviation🇮🇪✈️

Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport has been evacuated as a 'safety precaution'. The DAA has warned that flight operations may be temporarily impacted and is urging passengers to check with their airlines for updates. 📹 Shauns_Aviation🇮🇪✈️

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BREAKING: Sean McGovern has arrived at the Special Criminal Court after being extradited from Dubai.

BREAKING: Sean McGovern has arrived at the Special Criminal Court after being extradited from Dubai.

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Labour MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin says Dublin does not welcome Donald Trump ahead of his expected visit to Ireland. He criticised Trump's actions over Iran, Gaza and the EU, saying people in Dublin will not “roll out the red carpet” for the US President. #VMNews

Labour MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin says Dublin does not welcome Donald Trump ahead of his expected visit to Ireland. He criticised Trump's actions over Iran, Gaza and the EU, saying people in Dublin will not “roll out the red carpet” for the US President. #VMNews

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#WATCH A mysterious hole on a beach has caused a stir in North Dublin. A local astronomy enthusiast is hoping the crater in Portmarnock, could be the aftermath of a cosmic event. @Hanelizaa reports ⤵️ #VMNews

#WATCH A mysterious hole on a beach has caused a stir in North Dublin. A local astronomy enthusiast is hoping the crater in Portmarnock, could be the aftermath of a cosmic event. @Hanelizaa reports ⤵️ #VMNews

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🗣️ “I’m still in shock – still trying to process it.” Ireland fans have begun arriving back at Dublin Airport after the penalty shootout loss to Czech Republic. The first flights from Prague landed this morning, with some supporters travelling home from across Europe. #VMNews

🗣️ “I’m still in shock – still trying to process it.” Ireland fans have begun arriving back at Dublin Airport after the penalty shootout loss to Czech Republic. The first flights from Prague landed this morning, with some supporters travelling home from across Europe. #VMNews

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🗣️ “I just left my job… I had to sell my car to afford the flight tickets.” Thousands of Ireland fans are travelling to Prague ahead of the World Cup play-off, with many making the journey without tickets. #VMNews

🗣️ “I just left my job… I had to sell my car to afford the flight tickets.” Thousands of Ireland fans are travelling to Prague ahead of the World Cup play-off, with many making the journey without tickets. #VMNews

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🗣️ “As an Irishman, he should be absolutely ashamed.” Kneecap rapper Mo Chara has criticised the Taoiseach’s planned St Patrick’s Day visit to the White House to meet Donald Trump. It comes after judges ruled Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh will not face a new terror trial. #VMNews

🗣️ “As an Irishman, he should be absolutely ashamed.” Kneecap rapper Mo Chara has criticised the Taoiseach’s planned St Patrick’s Day visit to the White House to meet Donald Trump. It comes after judges ruled Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh will not face a new terror trial. #VMNews

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A wake for Liverpool and Portugal footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother Andre Silva is taking place in Portugal today, ahead of their funeral tomorrow. #VMNews | Virgin Media Sport

A wake for Liverpool and Portugal footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother Andre Silva is taking place in Portugal today, ahead of their funeral tomorrow. #VMNews | Virgin Media Sport

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The Government is considering an "industrial subsidy scheme" for heavy users of diesel. It would result in cash payments that would not apply to ordinary civilians. #VMNews

The Government is considering an "industrial subsidy scheme" for heavy users of diesel. It would result in cash payments that would not apply to ordinary civilians. #VMNews

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Tonight on #TheBigInterview, Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary says local residents raising concerns over noise at Dublin Airport are a “bunch of loonies”, saying he works there and has no issue with noise. 📺 Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media One

Tonight on #TheBigInterview, Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary says local residents raising concerns over noise at Dublin Airport are a “bunch of loonies”, saying he works there and has no issue with noise. 📺 Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media One

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Nikita Hand who alleges she was raped by Conor McGregor said she felt let down by the DPP's decision not to prosecute. Hand has taken a civil action for damages in the High Court against McGregor and James Lawrence of Rafter's Road in Drimnagh, both of whom deny the allegations.

Nikita Hand who alleges she was raped by Conor McGregor said she felt let down by the DPP's decision not to prosecute. Hand has taken a civil action for damages in the High Court against McGregor and James Lawrence of Rafter's Road in Drimnagh, both of whom deny the allegations.

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🗣️ “They’re incentivised to identify that you’re breaking your agreement” Michael O'Leary on baggage charges after conflicting statements over whether staff receive commission for identifying oversized bags. 📺 #TheBigInterview | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media One & PLAY

🗣️ “They’re incentivised to identify that you’re breaking your agreement” Michael O'Leary on baggage charges after conflicting statements over whether staff receive commission for identifying oversized bags. 📺 #TheBigInterview | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media One & PLAY

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Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan says fuel protesters are being influenced by external figures, urging them to recognise the impact of their actions. He referenced Tommy Robinson as an example of those seeking to use the protests to advance their own agenda. #VMNews

Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan says fuel protesters are being influenced by external figures, urging them to recognise the impact of their actions. He referenced Tommy Robinson as an example of those seeking to use the protests to advance their own agenda. #VMNews

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A North Dublin resident has told Virgin Media News about the terrifying moment he woke to find a man in a balaclava, armed with a crowbar, lurking outside his home. A number of resident groups in the area have reported an increase in attempted break-ins and cars being stolen in the early hours of the morning. 📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY

A North Dublin resident has told Virgin Media News about the terrifying moment he woke to find a man in a balaclava, armed with a crowbar, lurking outside his home. A number of resident groups in the area have reported an increase in attempted break-ins and cars being stolen in the early hours of the morning. 📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY

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🗣️ “If there’s rumours of a wealth tax – I’d be gone the following day.” Michael O'Leary on whether he lives a “low frills” lifestyle like his airline and why he hasn't "upped sticks" to an overseas tax haven. 📺 The Big Interview: Michael O'Leary ▶️

🗣️ “If there’s rumours of a wealth tax – I’d be gone the following day.” Michael O'Leary on whether he lives a “low frills” lifestyle like his airline and why he hasn't "upped sticks" to an overseas tax haven. 📺 The Big Interview: Michael O'Leary ▶️

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Tánaiste Simon Harris has launched a blistering attack on councils, accusing them of failing to treat the housing crisis as an emergency. He was speaking as he confirmed plans for a new derelict property tax aimed at boosting housing supply. #VMNews

Tánaiste Simon Harris has launched a blistering attack on councils, accusing them of failing to treat the housing crisis as an emergency. He was speaking as he confirmed plans for a new derelict property tax aimed at boosting housing supply. #VMNews

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BREAKING: Nikita Hand addresses the media after successfully winning her civil assault case against Conor McGregor. She expressed her relief and thanked supporters. #NikitaHand #ConorMcGregor #BreakingNews

BREAKING: Nikita Hand addresses the media after successfully winning her civil assault case against Conor McGregor. She expressed her relief and thanked supporters. #NikitaHand #ConorMcGregor #BreakingNews

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Three people have been injured after a car was driven at them during a fight in Skerries, North County Dublin. Gardaí were called to a public order incident on Harbour Road at around half past 9 yesterday evening, where a large number of youths had gathered. 📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY

Three people have been injured after a car was driven at them during a fight in Skerries, North County Dublin. Gardaí were called to a public order incident on Harbour Road at around half past 9 yesterday evening, where a large number of youths had gathered. 📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY

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Irish troops have taken part in the Bastille Day parade in Paris, joining soldiers from Ukraine and a number of countries supporting Kyiv. The event was the largest of its kind, featuring more than 6,600 troops, 98 aircraft and rows of military vehicles along the Champs-Élysées. French President Emmanuel Macron used the parade to showcase France's military strength and international support for Ukraine. #VMNews

Irish troops have taken part in the Bastille Day parade in Paris, joining soldiers from Ukraine and a number of countries supporting Kyiv. The event was the largest of its kind, featuring more than 6,600 troops, 98 aircraft and rows of military vehicles along the Champs-Élysées. French President Emmanuel Macron used the parade to showcase France's military strength and international support for Ukraine. #VMNews

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Social Democrat candidate Daniel Ennis says he is “delighted and overwhelmed” after arriving at the RDS having topped the poll in Dublin Central, according to tallies. #VMNews

Social Democrat candidate Daniel Ennis says he is “delighted and overwhelmed” after arriving at the RDS having topped the poll in Dublin Central, according to tallies. #VMNews

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A consultant who operated on an 18-year-old girl at University Hospital Limerick has admitted allegations of poor professional performance and misconduct. Jessica Sheedy died three days after surgery in 2018 due to multi-organ failure. #VMNews

A consultant who operated on an 18-year-old girl at University Hospital Limerick has admitted allegations of poor professional performance and misconduct. Jessica Sheedy died three days after surgery in 2018 due to multi-organ failure. #VMNews

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The Taoiseach suggests Conor McGregor has not approached any Oireachtas members or local authorities to seek a nomination for the presidency. The MMA fighter has expressed interest in running for the Áras, but has criticised the process. #VMNews

The Taoiseach suggests Conor McGregor has not approached any Oireachtas members or local authorities to seek a nomination for the presidency. The MMA fighter has expressed interest in running for the Áras, but has criticised the process. #VMNews

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