2 h. ago Dublin riots: How Citywest exploded and then was quelled in 90 minutes

After using improved policing techniques since the 2023 Dublin city riots, gardaí will set about identifying those involved

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4 h. ago Major investment announced for Gort as old convent is set for transformation

The former Mercy Convent in Gort is set for a magnificent new lease of life as a multi-purpose remote working, innovation, cultural, and community hub at the heart of the South Galway town. That’s after Minister for Social Protection, Rural and Community Development, Dara Calleary, confirmed €1 million in funding for the project under Category […] The post Major investment announced for Gort as old convent is set for transformation appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago Opinion: In a united Ireland, should everyone be given a choice of Irish, British or dual identity?

Concessions will have to be made if a new nation is to be constructed that moves beyond past tensions

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16 h. ago Maccabi Tel Aviv match morphs into latest front in Britain’s culture wars

Israeli club does not want its fans to travel to Aston Villa match, but tensions have not gone away

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17 h. ago French culture minister says Louvre security worked during jewel heist

Officials said the heist lasted less than eight minutes in total, including less than four minutes inside the Louvre.

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19 h. ago Stress of queer identities varies widely depending on the cultural context.

Stress of queer identities varies widely depending on the cultural context.  Psychology Today

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19 h. ago Westlife announce five extra Dublin shows as part of anniversary tour

Westlife will now perform 10 nights at Dublin's 3Arena in 2026 as part of 'homecoming residency'

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25 h. ago ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie’ Tops U.K., Ireland Box Office as ‘Black Phone 2’ Rings in at No. 2

‘Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie’ Tops U.K., Ireland Box Office as ‘Black Phone 2’ Rings in at No. 2  Variety

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26 h. ago Minister officially opens Galway City Partnership’s rooftop balcony garden

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Partnership’s rooftop balcony garden on the Headford Road has been officially opened by Minister Dara Calleary. Situated above Lidl the roof area has been transformed into an urban oasis of organic vegetables, a variety of herbs and salads and a fig tree in the greenhouse. […] The post Minister officially opens Galway City Partnership’s rooftop balcony garden appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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27 h. ago Ireland’s PM warns against claiming sole right to Irish Identity

Ireland’s PM warns against claiming sole right to Irish Identity  irishsun.com

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28 h. ago Conamara Sea Week puts spotlight on marine life and cultural heritage

The annual celebration of all things sea – from the unique and rich environment to marine life and cultural heritage – takes place later this month with the start of the 41st annual Conamara Sea Week Festival in Letterfrack. Running from October 18 to 27, this year’s programme is bursting with events and activities to […] The post Conamara Sea Week puts spotlight on marine life and cultural heritage appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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35 h. ago Upper Dublin mother draws prison for neglect and death of care

Upper Dublin mother draws prison for neglect and death of care-dependent son  pottsmerc.com

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52 h. ago Our home energy retrofit caused ‘untold stress and left us in a perilous financial position’

A grant applicant had to question whether the hassle he had in dealing with the SEAI was worth the funds he received

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61 h. ago Ireland: Seven Synodal Pathway priorities identified following 'national conversation'

Ireland: Seven Synodal Pathway priorities identified following 'national conversation'  Independent Catholic News

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61 h. ago Ireland: Synodal Pathway priorities identified at national assembly

Ireland: Synodal Pathway priorities identified at national assembly  Independent Catholic News

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64 h. ago Some flying the tricolour 'dishonour our national flag', says Taoiseach

The Taoiseach has used a speech to criticise the use of the Irish flag to suggest there is ‘a fixed national identity’.

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2 d. ago Louvre museum closed after robbery, says French culture minister

Rachida Dati said the incident happened as the site was opening on Sunday.

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3 d. ago Israel identifies body of hostage after Hamas hands over two bodies

Netanyahu threatens to keep Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt closed ‘until further notice’

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3 d. ago Kevin Rafter: The four most important issues in the new president’s in

Identifying a theme, forging a relationship with the Government, unity and foreign trips will be pressing issues for the first 100 days

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3 d. ago Colin Farrell: ‘I’m finding the 40s to be the most meaningful and beautiful chapter in my life’

You don’t so much interview Farrell as curate his conversation. A professional down to his neat fingertips, he gives you, in 20 minutes or so, enough material for a smallish book. It is 25 years since Farrell made the jump from Ireland to Los Angeles with Tigerland. His early roguish demeanour has matured into a more complex charisma.

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