Remains of Irish Shipwreck Victims Laid to Rest in Canada
July 4, 2019 No Responses

Remains of Irish Shipwreck Victims Laid to Rest in Canada

The remains of 21 Irish shipwreck victims which washed up on a beach in Canada have been laid to rest. Human bones were found on a beach at Cap-des-Rosiers, Quebec, between 2011 and 2016. It was confirmed earlier this year...
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Liverpool Secure Extra Tickets for UEFA Super Cup
July 4, 2019 No Responses

Liverpool Secure Extra Tickets for UEFA Super Cup

Liverpool have secured additional tickets for their UEFA Super Cup meeting with Chelsea in Istanbul next month. They, like their opponents, were initially given 5,257 tickets for the game at the 38,000-capacity Vodafone Park, home of Besiktas, on August 14....
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Mercosur Trade Deal ‘Disappointing’ for Ireland, Says Doherty
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Mercosur Trade Deal ‘Disappointing’ for Ireland, Says Doherty

The EU’s trade deal with South America countries is “disappointing” and “not satisfactory” for Ireland, Employment Affairs Minister Regina Doherty has told the Dáil. Ms Doherty said Ireland was not the only EU country that would feel the “negative...
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Rodri Signs for Manchester City
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Rodri Signs for Manchester City

Spain international Rodri has become Manchester City’s second summer signing after completing his move from Atlético Madrid. The 23-year-old midfielder has signed a five-year deal, the Premier League club announced. Rodri officially became a City player on ...
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British Government Moves to Delay Stormont Election Deadline
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British Government Moves to Delay Stormont Election Deadline

The British government has moved to again delay the legal requirement to call an Assembly election in Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland Secretary Karen Bradley is seeking to push back the end of August deadline amid the ongoing impasse between the...
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Frank Lampard Confirmed as New Chelsea Manager
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Frank Lampard Confirmed as New Chelsea Manager

Chelsea have appointed Frank Lampard as their new head coach. The former England midfielder returns to Stamford Bridge following a season in charge of Sky Bet Championship side Derby. Lampard has signed a three-year deal to replace Maurizio Sarri after...
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Holland Defeat Sweden to Set Up Final Date with USA
July 3, 2019 No Responses

Holland Defeat Sweden to Set Up Final Date with USA

Holland booked their place in Sunday’s World Cup final after a 1-0 extra-time win over Sweden. A goal from Manchester United’s Jackie Groenen eventually gave the European champions the breakthrough in the ninth minute of added time, breaking Swedish hearts...
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Out&About
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Out&About

Oh, what a wonderful world! I say that every morning when I get up especially now that we have this beautiful weather. I had to tell yea that because since I emigrated to America from Ireland in 1982, I’ve never...
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Matt Molloy Inducted into Ireland’s Hands of Fame
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Matt Molloy Inducted into Ireland’s Hands of Fame

Well-known Chieftain and musician Matt Molloy is the latest star to be inducted into Ireland’s Hands of Fame. The talented flautist, who was named as one of the recipients of the Cong Hands Of Fame Award, had his hand prints...
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Sinn Féin’s Conor Murphy Says Power-Sharing Talks in ‘Go-Slow’ Mode
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Sinn Féin’s Conor Murphy Says Power-Sharing Talks in ‘Go-Slow’ Mode

A Sinn Féin MLA has hit out at the pace of political talks to revive Stormont, claiming they have gone into “go-slow” mode. Secretary of State Karen Bradley earlier told the House of Commons that she intends to return to...
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