The Ukrainian President will make his first official visit to Ireland this week. He's due to begin a series of engagements tomorrow.
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Over 159 thousand social welfare recipients in Cork will start receiving their Christmas bonus from today. The Government says its an acknowledgement many households are struggling this Christmas, with rising costs putting added pressure on families.
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Sri Lankan authorities say the death toll's risen to 334 following a major storm hitting the country on Friday. 370 people are still missing after Cyclone Ditwah caused severe flooding.
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Studies have found that when their team is down at half time, football fans turn to comfort food and if their teams lose, they turn to unhealthy choices. Chocolate, chips and booze are just some of the things losing fans turn to to cheer themselves up.
