The 33rd Dáil will sit for the final time today ahead of the general election. Yesterday evening Government leaders confirmed the Dáil will be dissolved this Friday.
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Kamala Harris says she's "proud" of her campaign in the US presidential election after losing to Donald Trump. In a concession speech in Washington the current vice president says she has conceded this election but does "not concede the fight".
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Gardaí have launched a 24 hour speed enforcement operation as part of national slow down day. It will be in place until 7am tomorrow to ensure drivers slow down and drive to the conditions. 18 people have lost their lives on Cork roads so far this year.
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A pizza delivery scooter is among the most wanted toys this Christmas. The 'Play-Doh Pizza Delivery Scooter' playset has topped Amazon's most wanted Santa presents.