Over 100,000 public sector workers have begun industrial action today, following earlier threats of a work-to-rule, which is expected to cause disruptions across various services.

The Irish Times: Over 100,000 public sector workers to begin industrial action on Wednesday

More than 100,000 public sector workers are scheduled to commence industrial action on Wednesday.

The Drumcree crisis has entered its fourth day with no breakthrough, as Taoiseach Micheál Martin has informed Sinn Féin that he will not get involved. Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson, acting as an advisor to the Portadown District Orange Lodge, has called for police to use 'proportionate force' to allow the Orange Order march to proceed down Garvaghy Road, a move criticised by Sinn Féin TD Matt Carthy.

The Irish Times: No breakthrough in Drumcree crisis as Taoiseach tells Sinn Féin he won’t…

There has been no progress in the Drumcree crisis, as the Taoiseach has informed Sinn Féin that he will not get involved.

TheJournal.ie: Drumcree March Standoff Enters Fourth Day

Further discussions are anticipated with the Northern Ireland Secretary as the stand-off over an Orange Order march at Drumcree enters its fourth day, with Sinn Féin TD Matt Carthy criticising the plans.

The Irish Times: Jamie Bryson profile: the unelected loyalist central to the drama

This article profiles Jamie Bryson, an unelected loyalist who is central to the ongoing events.

Approximately 18,000 homes and businesses are experiencing power outages as repair work is underway, after a night of strong winds and heavy rain caused trees to fall and prompted several Yellow weather warnings.

The Irish Times: 18,000 homes and businesses without power as repairs get under way

Power outages are affecting 18,000 homes and businesses as repair work begins following stormy conditions.

TheJournal.ie: Thousands Without Power After Storms

Trees have fallen and approximately 18,000 properties are without power following a night of strong winds and heavy rain, with several Yellow weather warnings having been in effect.

Expectant mothers in Cork have been informed of changes to the Domino service at Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH), raising concerns about the future of the midwifery-led service.

Irish Examiner: Fears for future of midwifery-led service in Cork

Changes to Cork University Maternity Hospital's (CUMH) Domino service have been shared with expectant mothers at appointments this week.

New research reveals a fourfold increase in the number of patients receiving reimbursements for ADHD medication over the past ten years, with the most significant growth observed among individuals aged 16 to 34.

TheJournal.ie: ADHD Medication Reimbursements Quadruple in 10 Years

New research indicates that the number of patients reimbursed for ADHD medication has quadrupled over the last decade, with the largest growth seen in individuals aged 16 to 34.

Discussions are ongoing at the health committee concerning the potential elimination of the three-day waiting period for abortions.

TheJournal.ie: Abortion Waiting Period Debate Continues at Health Committee

The debate regarding the potential end to the three-day waiting period for abortions is ongoing at the health committee.

A father of four has made an emotional plea to the court regarding eviction orders, highlighting his inability to secure alternative housing.

The Irish Times: 'I can't find anything else': Father of four pleads with court enforcing…

A father of four has pleaded with the court regarding eviction orders, stating he cannot find alternative housing.

A recent survey indicates that over a third of young men believe a rape accusation should not be considered credible without a prior conviction.

Irish Examiner: Over a third of young men say a rape should not be believed without a conviction

A survey indicates that over a third of young men believe a rape accusation should not be believed without a conviction.

Galway is reportedly close to confirming Éamonn Fitzmaurice, former Kerry manager, as their new senior football manager.

Irish Examiner: Galway close in on capture of Éamonn Fitzmaurice as new football manager

Galway is reportedly close to appointing Éamonn Fitzmaurice as their new football manager.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has commented that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears indifferent to whether Ireland plays against Israel.

Irish Examiner: Micheál Martin says Netanyahu 'could not give a toss' whether Ireland plays…

Micheál Martin stated that Benjamin Netanyahu seemingly does not care if Ireland plays against Israel.