National News from Friday, August 8th, 2025

Protests Erupt In Israel As Netanyahu Pushes For Full Control Of Gaza

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The European Commission is calling for the Israeli Prime Minister to halt military operations in Gaza.
New Men’s Counselling Programme To Offer 15,000 Free Sessions Via GP Referral

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Mental Health Minister and Waterford TD, Mary Butler, said the funding will be recurring:
From Chat To Threat: Victims Of Intimate Image Abuse Urged To Seek Support

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Hotline.ie, a service for reporting illegal content online, says people who have been threatened, blackmailed or extorted over private images should contact them in confidence.
"I Know What It's Like" To Struggle: Senator, On 82K, Defends Push For Salary Increase

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He claims his current salary is “adequate,” but says politicians should be treated like other public servants when it comes to pay restoration.
Trump Calls For Intel CEO’s Resignation Over China Ties

Intel employs around 5,000 people at its Leixlip plant.
Defence Forces Barracks Searched In Garda Inquiry Into Alleged Child Sexual Exploitation Investigation

The planned search was carried out on July 30 by detectives from a serious crime unit, assisted by military police.

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