Their mother, who hospital officials said wants to remain anonymous, will likely be able to visit her babies later Tuesday night or Wednesday, he said.

CNN: Octuplets doing 'very well' one day after birth

Following news of the resignation of the Derry directors and the players' comments on Tuesday night, the FAI later released a statement saying that it accepted the "players' assurances that they were not personally aware of any financial irregularities at the club".

BBC: Derry City board members resign

European markets fell sharply Tuesday after euro zone finance ministers said last night that they will wait until later in October than previously thought to decide whether the extend more aid to Greece.

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