GOOD MORNING. 

Here’s all the news you need to know to start the day.

The Morning Lead

1. The head of an addiction charity said the use of crack cocaine is soaring in Ireland, while a recovering addict said the drug is now the most accessible illicit substance available.

NBA Finals

2. The New York Knicks, fuelled by a sensational 45 points from Jalen Brunson, rallied again to beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 and win their first NBA title in 53 years on Saturday.

Immigration

3. Swiss voters will decide the fate of a divisive anti-immigration proposal to cap the country’s population, and another referendum on restricting access to conscientious objection to military service.

World Cup

4. Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant equaliser for Brazil in a 1-1 draw with Morocco on Saturday.

Kerry

5. An organisation in Corca Dhuibhne is hoping that an innovative new housing project may secure the future of summer courses in that part of Kerry. 

Arderry

6. A man in his 30s who was arrested following the death of a man in Co Leitrim has been charged.

Deal

7. President Donald Trump has said a deal between the United States and Iran will be signed on Sunday and lead to the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Anti-racism rally

8. Thousands of people attended an anti-racism rally in Belfast following racially motivated attacks on homes and businesses in the city during riots sparked by a knife attack last Monday.

Kitchen prices

9. Tighter timber supplies, climbing labour costs and wider inflation in the economy are all contributing to increases in the price of a new kitchen.