BreakingNews.ie Headlines for August 16, 2021

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world

22:15:34 Haiti earthquake death toll rises to 1,419

21:50:52 Biden says he stands ‘squarely behind’ Afghanistan decision

19:47:40 Famous alpaca Geronimo’s life ‘safe for now’

19:15:27 Death toll continues to rise following Turkey’s floods

18:02:26 UN chief urges Security Council not to abandon people of Afghanistan

17:26:37 Seven dead after chaotic scenes at Kabul airport

16:21:39 Joe Biden to speak publicly on Afghanistan for first time in nearly a week

16:11:00 Taoiseach 'deeply concerned' by situation in Afghanistan as UN security council meets

15:44:57 Tinder confirms plans for wider rollout of ID verification on dating app

15:39:19 Protesters clash with Thai police amid tensions over pandemic handling

15:26:17 Pop star Kris Wu arrested in China after teenager’s ‘rape’ claim

15:16:04 Who’s who in the Taliban

15:00:49 Hamas congratulates Taliban on victory while Iran notes US ‘military failure’

14:28:13 Opposition leader gives message of unity after winning Zambia’s presidency

14:08:52 Firefighters grapple with more wildfires near Greece’s capital

13:39:55 What does Taliban reconquest mean for people of Afghanistan?

13:09:59 If your coffee is going downhill, blame climate change

13:04:05 US government to probe Tesla Autopilot system over emergency vehicle crashes

12:51:27 Humanitarian doctors say operations unaffected by events in Afghanistan

11:50:15 No flights leaving Kabul as desperate people crowd tarmac

11:46:19 Iran begins new lockdown as coronavirus deaths reach record levels

10:38:23 Five killed at chaotic Afghan airport as residents in 'complete state of shock'

10:07:58 Hundreds flee homes as Israeli firefighters tackle blazes near Jerusalem

09:31:59 Ex-rugby star Toutai Kefu seriously injured in ‘brutal and violent’ break-in

09:22:51 Lava streams from Indonesia’s Mount Merapi in new eruption

08:40:08 Requirement to isolate ends for fully vaccinated Covid contacts in England

08:13:36 Taliban seek to project calm as thousands try to flee Afghanistan

07:55:19 Australia’s worst day of pandemic sees restrictions tighten

06:46:55 Taliban declares 'war is over' as president and diplomats flee Afghanistan capital

01:51:40 US aims to secure Kabul airport as Taliban continues to sweep Afghanistan

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ireland

21:41:16 Man (20s) seriously injured in Dublin road crash

21:13:18 'Sense of panic and fear all over the city' says Irish woman in Kabul

18:49:48 Christian belief ‘vanished’ in Ireland, Archbishop warns

18:30:52 Covid: Nphet monitoring infections with 'some concern' as 1,558 cases confirmed

16:39:31 Former senior member of Defence Forces accuses US of abandoning Afghan people

15:50:42 Woman (20s) dies after collision between car and truck in Kerry

15:42:23 Teen girl charged for robbery with imitation gun made from duct tape

14:59:13 INMO calls on Government to deliver healthcare staff bonus

13:47:35 Warning over Covid outbreaks in Mid-West

13:08:19 Research shows patients with long Covid have higher measures of blood clotting

12:12:18 Donaldson calls for action after name of murdered police officer hung on bonfire

12:10:52 Young boy seriously injured after being struck by car in Kilkenny

11:53:25 Covid contact tracers tracking positive cases on 30 flights per day

11:36:38 Councillor says anti-social behaviour in Dublin out of control after Woolley assault

10:59:06 Ireland facing potential electricity blackouts this winter, prof warns

09:55:50 No decision yet on Katherine Zappone replacement, Coveney says

09:05:22 Irish citizens stranded after flights cancelled in Afghanistan

07:43:50 Increasing number refusing to wear masks or be tested in North, doctors warn

07:08:34 Social distancing rules may be relaxed under new Covid roadmap

06:25:32 Name of murdered police officer displayed on republican bonfire

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entertainment

20:09:26 Love Island couple to get the boot after compatibility vote

17:07:07 Jennifer Hudson posts tribute to Aretha Franklin on the anniversary of her death

12:59:59 Tracy Beaker star Dani Harmer announces baby news

11:30:38 Rachel Allen shares support for son Joshua’s new MMA career

08:04:50 Florence Pugh praises ‘gorgeous’ and ‘welcoming’ Irish people

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sport

19:10:38 Munster Rugby offer healthcare workers free tickets for Bath fixture

18:05:42 RTÉ and Virgin Media to air Shamrock Rovers' Europa Conference League ties

17:09:41 Romelu Lukaku feels ‘more complete’ but still finds room for improvement

15:42:50 Barcelona’s financial situation ‘very worrying’ – president Joan Laporta

14:41:44 Kick It Out condemns alleged homophobic chanting at Billy Gilmour

14:17:53 England’s ‘Super League six’ rejoin European Club Association

13:43:35 Winners and losers from opening round of Premier League season

13:17:49 Spectators not allowed at Paralympic Games in Tokyo due to coronavirus

13:15:53 Liam Sheedy steps down as Tipperary manager

12:41:56 A look back at Roger Federer’s 20 grand slam triumphs

12:15:23 Former Manchester United director Maurice Watkins dies aged 79

11:15:05 Manchester City to assess Ilkay Gundogan’s shoulder injury on Monday

10:46:19 Barcelona start life without Lionel Messi with a victory over Real Sociedad

10:43:12 Chelsea hoping to have Romelu Lukaku and N’Golo Kante available to face Arsenal

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video-news

17:26:19 Video: Irish citizens in Afghanistan, INMO calls for healthcare worker bonus

12:34:59 Video: Irish citizens stranded in Afghanistan, social distancing relaxation

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lifestyle

14:14:23 Seven reasons to have more booze-free days each week

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business

12:53:15 Irish exports to Britain up 70% in last year

12:28:14 Good weather and reopening sees public splurge on hospitality

10:35:33 Irish agri software company Herdwatch to create 40 new jobs

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soccer

09:53:27 Football rumours: Burnley make €14 million move for Maxwel Cornet

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