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The mains stories making the headlines across Cork
All AstraZeneca vaccination clinics due to take place today have been cancelled
The Acting Chief Medical Officer says limiting the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine to over 60s "will likely have an impact" on the country's vaccine programme.
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Those who can work from home should continue to do so.
That's according to the Tánaiste who says employers should facilitate all staff in working from home where possible under the current restrictions.
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Scientists have confirmed the UK variant of Covid-19 is no more deadly or severe than the original strain.
Two separate studies suggest patients weren't at any higher risk of developing 'long Covid' or worse symptoms either.
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A state of emergency has been declared in the US city of Minneapolis, after violent protests in response to the shooting of a black man.
It happened not far from where George Floyd was killed last May.
More from Cork
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Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
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Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
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International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
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UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
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Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
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UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries