A man has been charged in connection with a corrosive fluid attack in Ballyphehane on Friday night.
34 year old John Paul Carey, of Dunmanus Crescent in Knocknaheeny in Cork City has been charged with assault causing harm to Francis Costello on Connolly Road on Friday night, contrary to Section 2 of the non Fatal Offences Against The Person Act 1997.
Ukrainian officials say Russian forces have stepped up overnight shelling of several cities.
The weekend saw two failed attempts to allow thousands of people out of the southern port city of Mariupol where citizens are reportedly trapped with no food, power or water.
Although both sides blamed each other for breaching a ceasefire, talks are due to take place between Ukrainian and Russian officials later.
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The price of oil has spiked to its highest level since 2008 as the crisis in eastern Europe continues.
The cost jumped by more than 6% to over $139 a barrel - although it has eased back since.
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Fostering Fortnight is kicking off today to celebrate strong and supportive relationships in fostering.
It'll run until the 20th of this month, to raise awareness and understanding of foster care in Ireland.
The Irish Foster Care Association's Members Survey shows 46% say family and extended family have supported them in their fostering role.
