US President Barack Obama has made another impassioned plea for more gun regulation after 10 people were killed in a mass shooting at a college in Oregon.
The gunman - who has been named as Chris Harper Mercer (26) - attacked students inside a classroom.
He died in an exchange of fire with police in the city of Roseburg.
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Dublin Fire Brigade is setting out a time frame for remedial works at the Longboat Quay apartment complex.
The 299 units in Dublin's Docklands have failed fire safety standards.
Authorities are to outline exactly what work is needed to address fire safety issues.
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Amnesty International claims Ibrahim Halawa may face the death penalty in Egypt.
Today marks the 777th day of the 19-year-old's detention after his arrest in Cairo back in 2013.
Following numerous postponements, Ibrahim is due to stand trial on Sunday.
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The LE Niamh is returning to Ireland this morning after a rescue and recovery mission in the Mediterranean.
The ship rescued over 4,100 refugees in 24 operations, since being deployed on 10th July.
The 57 sailors and two medics will arrive back into Haulbowline in Co Cork at 11.10 this morning.
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It seems being smiled at by strangers can lift our mood.
Researchers claim 90% of people say it made them feel better and wished others would do it more often.
And here is why you should - experts say smiling helps to relieve stress, boosts the immune system and even lowers blood pressure.
