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2023
ALONE'It can be a very difficult time for many': Appeal to look out for older people this Christmas
Troubles Legacy BillNorthern Ireland minister can't 'rule out any consequences' over Irish Legacy Act challenge
prankedTaoiseach was 'suspicious immediately' of prank by two Russian comedians but had to play along
not just for christmasDSPCA urges people not to buy a pet instead of an engagement ring this Christmas
Addiction
GP centre won't prescribe 'highly addictive' painkillers due to concerns over illegal drug trade
There have been growing concerns in recent weeks about the sale of opioids and other powerful painkillers.
A GP centre in Dublin is refusing to prescribe powerful painkillers like Oxycontin or "highly addictive" benzodiazepines
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said prescription medications often end up being sold on the street
Benzodiazepines are generally prescribed to treat anxiety, sleep disorders and seizures
garda searchesIllegal scramblers, quad bikes, drugs and XL Bully dogs seized in searches of Dublin properties
Insider TradingFirst person to be convicted of insider trading in history of the State fined £60,000
CourtFormer member of Defence Forces jailed for nine years for violent rape and assault of college student
House PricesTaoiseach: Banks would 'think twice' about new mortgages if Dublin house prices lowered to €300k
Gaza
More than 20,000 dead in Gaza since 7 October, Hamas says
Some 8,000 children are among the dead.
The UN Security Council is set to vote later today on a resolution calling for a pause in the conflict.
It is estimated that 1.9 million of Gaza's 2.4 million residents have been displaced.
Asylum and Migration PactEU deal to reform asylum laws described as 'cruel' and 'catastrophic' by aid groups
co limerickGardaí examining if €21m cocaine haul at Foynes Port was organised by network of crime gangs
CourtsDisgraced solicitor Michael Lynn found guilty of stealing €17.9m from six financial institutions
rosscahillMinister says gardaí were told in advance that asylum seekers would be housed in Galway hotel
going to courtIrish government to take legal challenge against the UK over controversial Northern Ireland Legacy Act
red seaFreight expert on Red Sea attacks: Hope it's not an 'Ever Given' scenario but potentially a big issue
