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BBC News - Photos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi base
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Photos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi base
US Central Command has not yet publicly commented on the incident.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyd07m7e1xo
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I think blocking Mass, promoting peace and brotherhood being stopped due to a war Israel chose is ironic Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God Israeli police block Patriarch from Palm Sunday in Jerusalem
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Israeli police block Latin Patriarch from Palm Sunday mass in Jerusalem
The move drew criticism from the church, global leaders and the US ambassador. Israel's PM said it was a safety measure following recent Iranian strikes.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg0128z41eo
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BBC News - Rescue volunteer and search dog injured in assault
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Bangor: Rescue volunteer and search dog injured in assualt
Ryan Gray was walking his search and rescue dog Max through Bangor on Friday night when they were both attacked.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c78le7jwdy6o
about 19 hours ago
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Idles - Dancer
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IDLES - DANCER (Official Video)
YouTube video by IDLES
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about 21 hours ago
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#NoKings
anywhere
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No Kings protests: Thousands across the US rally against Trump
The demonstrations against the Trump administration are set to sweep cities across the US on Saturday.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq8wy7g1gd1o
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Pumpkinhead - Cedars of Lebanon 🇱🇧
#Solidarity
#dlúthpháirtíocht
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Pumpkinhead The Cedars of Lebanon
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about 22 hours ago
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BBC News - 'My daughter is under the rubble': Inside Tehran as civilian toll of strikes rises
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Iran war: Inside Tehran as the civilian toll of US-Israeli strikes rises
One month since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, Tehran residents tell the BBC their lives have been devastated.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn0w1qxzd4xo
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BBC News - No evidence of 'family voting' in Gorton and Denton by-election - BBC News
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No evidence of 'family voting' in Gorton and Denton by-election
An investigation into alleged
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyxeqpzz2no
2 days ago
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The monthly newsletter is out now, featuring Limerick's 19th century answer to Taylor Swift, the bad Irish father who made post possible in Chile, and the answer to which character from Irish folklore was for the birds, plus lots more. Sign up for the next one FREE here:
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New attacks by Israeli settlers on last entirely Christian village in West Bank
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New attacks by Israeli settlers on last entirely Christian village in West Bank
As Israeli settlers seized areas near the village’s quarry and cement factory, the village’s Latin parish priest appealed to Christians worldwide for compassion and solidarity.
https://www.ewtnnews.com/world/middle-east/new-attacks-by-israeli-settlers-on-last-entirely-christian-village-in-west-bank
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Two Cuba-bound aid ships missing after leaving Mexico
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Two Mexico aid ships disappear en route to Cuba
Mexico's navy launches a rescue mission for ships delivering aid to Cuba, strained by food and fuel shortages amid a US embargo.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp84kw1y337o
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Where is the fury about decapitated Palestinian babies? | Arwa Mahdawi
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Where is Joe Biden’s fury about decapitated Palestinian babies? | Arwa Mahdawi
Politicians parroted untrue rumors that Hamas had beheaded Israeli babies. When the children are Palestinian, they shrug
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/article/2024/may/30/biden-palestinian-beheaded-israeli-babies?CMP=share_btn_url
2 days ago
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Needs to be a judicial review No one wants their children in harms way in the one place they should be safe but if she is innocent, and the failings were in neonatal unit as a whole it's failing her and future babies
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David Davis says Cheshire police made ‘egregious’ failures in Lucy Letby investigation
Conservative former cabinet minister says nurse convicted of murdering seven babies has suffered a miscarriage of justice
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/mar/26/david-davis-says-cheshire-police-made-egregious-failures-in-lucy-letby-investigation?CMP=share_btn_url
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Aye but it wasn't closed before because Iran wasn't firing at anyone. Someone started a war with Iran... Israel should use their navy if they wish Marco Rubio said it is in "interest" of all G7 nations to push for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
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G7 nations should back reopening Strait of Hormuz - Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that it was in the "interest" of all G7 nations to push for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz currently blocked by Iran.
https://www.rte.ie/news/world/2026/0327/1565452-g7-france
3 days ago
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Whatever happened to the concrete relief art off the Andersonstown Leisure Centre when it was redeveloped? Does anyone know? Was it bucked out? I know the 'A' turned up in San Francisco 😆
#BealFeirste
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BBC News - Patient hugged armed man to prevent bomb attack at Leeds hospital - BBC News
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Patient hugged armed man to prevent bomb attack at Leeds hospital
Nathan Newby, who persuaded the
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9q58xq9lxzo
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Couldn't have happened to a nicer guy and Tolkien nerd 👏 Stephen Colbert to write new Lord of the Rings film after end of the Late Show
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Stephen Colbert to write new Lord of the Rings film after end of the Late Show
Comedian and avid Tolkien fan to write the Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past, a new Peter Jackson-produced film based on unadapted chapters of The Fellowship of the Ring
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/mar/25/stephen-colbert-new-lord-of-the-rings-film?CMP=share_btn_url
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Great animations on this. BBC News -
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Artemis II: Inside the Moon mission to fly humans further than ever - BBC News
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Artemis II: Inside the Moon mission to fly humans further than ever - BBC News
Find out about the astronauts and spacecraft involved in Nasa's Artemis II mission - the first time humans have flown to the Moon for fifty years.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/resources/idt-86aafe5a-17e2-479c-9e12-3a7a41e10e9e
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Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has lost a key referendum on a constitutional reform which had turned into a vote on her government. It leaves Italy's Meloni looking more vulnerable Giorgia Meloni said the vote was a missed chance to modernise Italy
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Referendum defeat leaves Italy's Meloni looking more vulnerable
Meloni vowed to press on after losing a vote on constitutional reform many turned into a referendum on her government.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crl1ne8dj1eo
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Justice RTE news : Boyfriend found guilty of murdering Natalie McNally
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Boyfriend found guilty of murdering Natalie McNally
The boyfriend of Natalie McNally has been found guilty of her murder.
http://www.rte.ie/news/courts/2026/0323/1564745-stephen-mccullagh-court/
6 days ago
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Flout pizza new venue in Cathedral Quarter, Belfast Cathedral Buildings, 68 Donegall Street, Belfast
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Popular east Belfast pizza shop shows off new Cathedral Quarter venue
The popular east Belfast pizza restaurant Flout! has shared a sneak peek on social media inside their new Cathedral Quarter based shop.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/local/east-belfast/news/popular-east-belfast-pizza-shop-shows-off-new-cathedral-quarter-venue/a/144219459.html?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share
6 days ago
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FT investigation finds 13 associates of Hungary’s premier won large share of state works after he took power. Read more here:
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How Viktor Orbán’s oligarchs reaped billions in public contracts
FT investigation finds 13 associates of Hungary’s premier won large share of state works after he took power
https://ft.trib.al/EMcDyGF
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Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire elected Paris mayor, as National Rally fails to take key cities
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Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire elected Paris mayor, as National Rally fails to take key cities
City hall veteran beats rightwinger Rachida Dati in French capital, while far-right RN fails to win Marseille and Toulon in French local elections
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/22/paris-mayoral-race-socialist-emmanuel-gregoire-projected-to-win?CMP=share_btn_url
6 days ago
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Just blatant sectarianism from Unionist cllrs, wasting time money and resources Just blatant sectarianism from Unionist cllrs, wasting time money and resources
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Campaigners demand answers over council’s defence of dual language decision with ‘no prospect of success’
Conradh na Gaeilge says there are “serious questions” for the council to answer over the legal advice it received on the issue and the cost to the local authority in fighting the challenge
https://www.irishnews.com/news/northern-ireland/campaigners-demand-answers-over-councils-defence-of-dual-language-decision-with-no-prospect-of-success-XTBYQYYA4BC5XEJ5LBDXXZ5BME/
7 days ago
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Palantir extends reach into British state as it gets access to sensitive FCA data
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Palantir extends reach into British state as it gets access to sensitive FCA data
Exclusive: Allowing US tech firm to analyse intelligence in name of tackling fraud raises fresh concerns over privacy
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/mar/22/palantir-extends-reach-into-british-state-as-it-gets-access-to-sensitive-fca-data?CMP=share_btn_url
7 days ago
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Oman claims Israel pushed US into Iran war when deal was possible
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Oman claims Israel pushed US into Iran war when deal was possible
Foreign minister claims Israel convinced Donald Trump to make ‘grave miscalculation’ of waging war on Iran
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/19/us-lost-control-of-its-own-foreign-policy-oman-foreign-minister?CMP=share_btn_url
9 days ago
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Nashville journalist arrested by ICE released after 15 days in detention
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Nashville journalist arrested by ICE released after 15 days in detention
Colombia-born Estefany Rodríguez, whose detention had alarmed press freedom advocates, freed on $10,000 bond
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/19/journalist-detained-ice-released?CMP=share_btn_url
9 days ago
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Attorney general asks if Kemi Badenoch would object to Jewish public prayer
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Attorney general asks if Kemi Badenoch would object to Jewish public prayer
Exclusive: Richard Hermer, who is Jewish, says Tory leader and shadow minister seem ‘to only have an issue with Muslim events’
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/mar/20/attorney-general-richard-hermer-kemi-badenoch-public-prayer?CMP=share_btn_url
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Germany U-turns, won't intervene on Israel's behalf in ICJ Gaza genocide case
This Marks a Shift From Germany's January 2024 Stance, When It Backed Israel in the Case. Berlin Says Its Decision Not to Intervene Stems From Its Own ICJ Defense in a Case Accusing It of Violating In...
https://www.haaretz.com/world-news/europe/2026-03-19/ty-article/germany-u-turns-wont-intervene-on-israels-behalf-in-icj-gaza-genocide-case/0000019d-05c2-d65b-abfd-95deeaff0000
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Efforts to shut down pro-Palestinian speech face series of setbacks in court
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Efforts to shut down pro-Palestinian speech face series of setbacks in court
Rulings in cases alleging antisemitism on US campuses say common pro-Palestinian speech is constitutionally protected
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/19/pro-palestinian-speech-antisemitism-lawsuits?CMP=share_btn_url
9 days ago
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Welsh parliament voted on a law to make it illegal to lie in elections and of the 51 MSs, 50 voted to pass it. The one no vote came from Reform. The BBC don't mention what party that one person is from
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The Past Is Present: a starter pack of twenty great films set in Ireland
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The Past Is Present: a starter pack of twenty great films set in Ireland • Journal • A Letterboxd Magazine
Sláinte! Just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day, Dan Mecca highlights twenty films that speak to Ireland’s rich culture and history, from toe-tapping movie musicals to harrowing depictions of the Troubl...
https://letterboxd.com/journal/irish-cinema-starter-pack/
10 days ago
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US has 'compelling evidence' Iran was going to attack US first Like Saddam Hussein had weapsons of mass destruction compelling? BBC News - Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks
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Joe Kent: Former counter-terrorism head under FBI investigation over alleged leaks
The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c33j3gxvgmro
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Trump is being schooled on the limits of US power – but he is a slow learner | Rafael Behr
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Trump is being schooled on the limits of US power – but he is a slow learner | Rafael Behr
Last year it was China’s answer to tariffs, now it’s Iran’s retaliation to airstrikes – ‘America First’ keeps foundering on global economics, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/18/donald-trump-limits-us-power-slow-learner-china-iran-war?CMP=share_btn_url
11 days ago
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RTE news : Commission proposes 'EU Inc' company status to lure firms
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Commission proposes 'EU Inc' company status to lure firms
Ireland's EU Commissioner Michael McGrath has launched a proposed new system whereby any company can set up across every member state within 48 hours using a single, digital legal framework.
http://www.rte.ie/news/business/2026/0318/1563970-single-digital-legal-framework-proposed-for-new-eu-firms/
11 days ago
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Rivals in the race but kindred spirits on the screen, One Battle After Another and Sinners showed that it’s still possible to make radical, whip-smart mid-budget pictures within the old-school...
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Paul Thomas Anderson endured one snub after another. Now the Oscars have finally seen sense | Xan Brooks
In honouring One Battle After Another, Academy voters finally welcomed Hollywood’s prodigal son into the fold
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/mar/16/paul-thomas-anderson-oscars-success-one-battle-after-another-hollywood?CMP=share_btn_url
11 days ago
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The real story of the Irish tricolour - and the forgotten woman who united its colours
#stpatricksday
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Life - The Irish News
https://www.irishnews.com/life/the-real-story-of-the-irish-tricolour-and-the-forgotten-woman-who-united-its-colours'
12 days ago
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The quiet recovery of Ireland’s ancient tongue In the land of St Patrick, Irish is making a steady comeback
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The quiet recovery of Ireland’s ancient tongue
In the land of St Patrick, Irish is making a steady comeback
https://www.economist.com/europe/2026/03/16/the-quiet-recovery-of-irelands-ancient-tongue?utm_campaign=shared_article
12 days ago
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Disgraceful blackmail and blockade of a sovereign nation by fascists
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Trump predicts US will have ‘honour of taking Cuba’ amid power blackout
US president declares he can do ‘anything I want’ after oil blockade plunges country into darkness
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/17/donald-trump-can-take-cuba-oil
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This is so nonsensical, it's not in UK interest to have a war with Iran. This is US-Israel, they need to de - escalate and remove themselves from negotiations as they've twice actually bombed the negotiators. Trump 'not happy' with UK over Iran conflict
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Donald Trump 'not happy' with UK over Iran conflict
It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was working with allies on a plan to protect the Strait of Hormuz.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp816jwg411o
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BBC breaks law after failing to say if it took calls from Israeli Embassy The ICO has now ordered the broadcaster to provide a “substantive response” to the FOI within 30 days or risk being treated as in contempt of court.
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BBC breaks law after failing to say if it took calls from Israeli Embassy
THE BBC has broken the law by failing to give a "substantive response" to a freedom of information request on calls that took place between its most senior figures and the Israeli Embassy, the Informa...
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/bbc-breaks-law-failing-took-170152949.html
13 days ago
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RIP 🤘 Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell dies aged 64
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Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell dies aged 64 after 'courageous battle'
Phil Campbell's family said he died
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0q3k04wxylo
15 days ago
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16 days ago
“But, as you see, it's a beautiful day, the Strait of Hormuz is open and people are having a wonderful time.”
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Wealthy British nationals fleeing Gulf conflict bypass UK to avoid tax bills
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Wealthy British nationals fleeing Gulf conflict bypass UK to avoid tax bills
High-net-worth residents of UAE heading to Ireland and France to wait out missile attacks before tax year ends
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/mar/14/wealthy-british-nationals-fleeing-gulf-conflict-bypass-uk-to-avoid-tax-bills?CMP=share_btn_url
15 days ago
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This is why we can't have nice things Ancient fort, Grianán of Aileach damage 'deeply concerning
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Grianán of Aileach: Historic Irish fort damaged by scramblers
An Grianán of Aileach is one of the most historic sites in County Donegal.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c626en4r3n8o
16 days ago
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The fcuk around and find out priniciple in the wild... We attacked Iran with no clear plan for regime change, Israeli security sources say
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We attacked Iran with no clear plan for regime change, Israeli security sources say
If regime holds, control of enriched uranium may be ultimate measure of US-Israeli success, insiders say
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/12/israel-iran-us-attack-no-plan-for-regime-change-security-sources?CMP=share_btn_url
17 days ago
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Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration
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Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration
A group representing tech giants called government action against Anthropic a
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g7k7zdd0zo
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EU and UK should also say the root cause is Israel allowing the illegal settlement of Palestine and there should be immediate sanctions until Israel withdraws from West Bank EU UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war
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EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence
Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers in the West Bank since the start of Israel's war, the UN says.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c620vwl97vyo
18 days ago
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18 days ago
FIFA's first ever Peace Prize winner has become the first person to bomb a country out of participating in the FIFA World Cup.
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Extreme vexatious cases that shouldn't have been put before the court. RTE news : Court rules no new terror trial for Kneecap's Ó hAnnaidh
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Court rules no new terror trial for Kneecap's Ó hAnnaidh
Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh will not face a new terror trial after judges at the High Court in London rejected a Crown Prosecution Service appeal against the decision to throw out the case.
http://www.rte.ie/news/uk/2026/0311/1562862-kneecap-appeal/
18 days ago
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