AER LINGUS STRIKE
A 24 hour strike by Aer Lingus cabin crew is underway at Dublin, Cork and Shannon Aiports.
The strike, which began at midnight, is in response to an ongoing row over rosters.
Most of the airline's flights today have been cancelled, affecting up to 30-thousand passengers. Aer Lingus says the strike action is unwarranted and harms the travelling public.
The airline says it is doing everything possible to minimise the effects of the disruption
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LABOUR LEADERSHIP
Alex White is expected to announce his bid for the leadership of the Labour Party later.
The junior health minister will face off against Joan Burton.
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DERRY EXPLOSIVE
The reception area of the Everglades hotel in Derry has been damaged after an explosive device was left inside.
It went off as experts were trying to make it safe.
Police say the quick reaction of hotel staff prevented a possible tragedy.
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DRIVE WITH CARE
The Road Safety Authority is urging motorists to drive carefully this bank holiday weekend.
The June weekend is the most dangerous weekend of the year on Irish roads.
