After its role in the abortion referendum the Citizens Assembly may be lined up for various tasks, including gender equality and school patronage.

Ryanair pilots in Britain are threatening possible strike action.

This story caught my eye (ahem) in the Daily Telegraph - researcher tells us there's sad news for the eagle-eyed: specs-wearers really are smarter.

Pictured above is Jean Rey Square, next to the EU Council building in Brussels, filled with 4,500 empty pairs of shoes to remember every person killed over the last decade in Gaza. From the Guardian's picture editor's selection of photo highlights from around the world.

Today's Zen is prompted by the fine weather because, when the sun shines, there's no country quite like Ireland - and here are some beautiful beaches to prove it.  Here's hoping the fine weather lasts.