Power is beginning to return after a huge outage hit Spain and Portugal yesterday. A 'state of emergency' was declared in Spain, after the lack of power brought transport and trade to a standstill.
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The DAA is expecting knock-on disruption from yesterday's power outages in Spain and Portugal. Cork Airport is advising passengers to check the status of their flight with their airline before travelling.
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Big changes are on the way to the International Protection system. Ministers are expected to sign off on new proposals today which will reform the current system to improve decision times.
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Drinking more white wine and Champagne could lower the risk of sudden cardiac arrest. The study, published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, suggests eating extra fruit, being mentally positive and staying a healthy weight also helps.
