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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

Ireland and Israel: A Diplomatic Break

Things are getting tense between Ireland and Israel. On Sunday, Israel announced it would shut down its embassy in Ireland. This move is due to what Israel calls “extreme anti-Israel policies” from Ireland. Ireland had previously said it would recognize a Palestinian state and is now supporting a ca

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Nov 30 2024POLITICS

Ireland's Big Vote: Incumbents vs. Newcomers

Today, Ireland is busy voting for its next government in a unique election. The outcome might reveal if Irish voters are eager to replace the long-standing political powerhouses — Fine Gael and Fianna Fail — with new faces. Both parties have been leading the country for a century, but their coalitio

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Ireland's GPs: Navigating the Chronic Disease Management Programme

In Ireland, where the population is aging and people are living longer, managing chronic diseases has become a significant challenge for the healthcare system. To tackle this, a Chronic Disease Management programme, or CDM, was launched in 2020 in Irish general practices. This programme was part of

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Nov 27 2024CRIME

The Hidden Story of Dolours Price: A New True Crime Show on Hulu

Did you know that the conflict in Northern Ireland, known as The Troubles, ended just a few decades ago? It's still a sensitive topic, but a new series on Hulu is tackling it head-on. The show, called "Say Nothing, " focuses on a key figure from that time: Dolours Price. She was a member of the IRA,

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Nov 23 2024CRIME

McGregor's Legal Setback: A Civil Case Ruling

In a significant legal development, a civil court jury in Ireland has awarded nearly €250, 000 ($257, 000) to a woman who claimed that MMA fighter Conor McGregor raped and assaulted her in 2018. The verdict came after a six-hour deliberation in the High Court in Dublin. The victim, Nikita Hand, repo

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Nov 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

FX's New Crime Drama 'Say Nothing' Hits Hulu with High Praise

FX has done it again! Their latest show, 'Say Nothing, ' has just arrived on Hulu, and it's already getting rave reviews. With a stunning 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, this drama is based on Patrick Radden Keefe's book about the turbulent times in Northern Ireland. The story starts with the murder of Jean

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Oct 04 2024FINANCE

Ireland's Big Boost: How Apple's Tax Cash Will Transform the Country

Picture this: Ireland just scored a massive windfall from tech giant Apple - $14.4 billion! The money comes after a recent court ruling, and the government has big plans for it. They're not splashing cash around; instead, they want to tackle some real challenges. Housing, transport, energy, and wate

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Sep 15 2024RELIGION

The Shamrock Enigma: Unlocking the Secrets Behind Ireland's National Symbol

The shamrock, that iconic symbol of Ireland, has been shrouded in mystery for centuries. What exactly is a shamrock? Is it a type of clover, and if so, which one? The answer is far from straightforward. Botanists have been debating the definition of a shamrock for years, with some claiming that wood

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