Tuesday Newspaper Round-Up

We’ve got the top stories for today, wrapped up in a few sentences for you.

“Selfie” named 2013 word of the year: Following a tough choice of decisions by the editors of Oxford dictionaries, “selfie” has been picked as the word of the year; beating off twerk, binge-watch and showrooming. Use of the word has increased by 17,000% since this time last year.

14 people killed as storms hit Sardinia: At least 14 people have been killed overnight on the Italian island of Sardinia following strong storms. Hundreds of people have been evacuated, but many areas remain out of reach to rescue teams. A woman and daughter drowned in a car after they become stuck inside the vehicle.

Ireland’s Birth Rate Still Declining: Statistics from the ESRI (Economic and Social Research Institute) show the number of babies being born in Ireland continues to decline. This rate has been on a downward slope since 2009. In 2012, there were just under 7c2,000 births.

 Death Toll in Philippine’s nears 4,000: International aid agencies around the world are facing a humanitarian crisis following the damage caused by Typhoon Haiyan. Up to four million people are now displaced from their homes and the death toll is still increasing as search work continues.

Sharon Ni Bheolain Craves New Career Path: After presenting RTÉ’s Six One news for eight years, the broadcaster has revealed she is ready for something new. Speaking in the RTÉ Guide, the 42-year-old said “It’s been a very enjoyable experience, but I’m ready for something new.”