Reports say Hong Kong's leader is to suspend a controversial extradition bill.
Police have fired pepper spray at protesters in recent days, as they continue to demonstrate against the measure.
Critics of the new bill have warned that it could be used by China to make critics and political opponents "disappear."
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New figures show 118 Gardaí were found to have committed breaches of discipline last year.
There were 13 serious breaches, including abuse of official communications, and criminal conduct.
There were 91 findings of neglect of duty and 25 discreditable-conduct offences.
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Some senior members of Britain's Conservative Party want to see Boris Johnson named party leader unchallenged.
That is according to the UK's Daily Telegraph.
It says there is a push to ensure his is the only name put forward to the final vote.
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Plans for 335 apartments in Galway have been lodged with An Bord Pleanála.
They have been filed with the planning board under the new fast-track mechanism for large developments.
Glenveagh Living Limited plans to build the apartments in Knocknacarra District Centre in Rahoon.
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A 'Star Trek' shaped object has been discovered on Mars.
An image from NASA shows a crescent imprint, similar to that of the logo of the franchise.
It says this is due to shifting dunes, lava and wind.
