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fromTravel + Leisure
25 minutes ago

This European Capital Was Just Crowned the Best Christmas Tour Destination in the World

London ranks as the world's best city for Christmas tours due to its wide variety of festive tour options and numerous free events.
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fromIrish Independent
5 hours ago
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Gardai attend scene of fatal house fire in Co Offaly

A fatal house fire occurred in Edenderry, Co Offaly, with Gardaí at the scene and the fire now extinguished.
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5 hours ago
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Young boy and woman (60s) die in house fire in Co Offaly

Fatal house fire in Castleview Park, Edenderry killed a young boy and a woman in her 60s; a woman in her 50s hospitalized seriously.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 hour ago

As Ukraine Fights Corruption, Trump Does the Opposite

Ukrainian anti-corruption officials and activists persistently seek government transparency despite war, occupation, and external kleptocratic pressures.
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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 hours ago

Zelenskyy Turns to Europe After US-Ukraine Talks Yield No Clear Breakthrough

US-Ukrainian talks in Miami ended positively without a breakthrough; Zelenskyy plans December 8 European peace talks as Russian strikes continue damaging infrastructure.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

King Charles and Queen Camilla unveil Christmas card for 2025

King Charles and Queen Camilla selected their 20th wedding anniversary portrait taken at Villa Wolkonsky in Rome for their 2025 official Christmas card.
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fromIndependent
8 hours ago
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Eilis O'Hanlon: Singing 'Give Peace a Chance' is not a credible foreign policy for Ireland

Ireland's declared neutrality and diplomatic mandate face immediate security challenges after Russian drones targeted Volodymyr Zelensky's plane during his Dublin state visit.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Threat of rolling blackouts and six-month lockdowns if Irish sub-sea cables hit, secret Government plans reveal

Attack or damage to Ireland's subsea gas infrastructure could cause rolling blackouts and lockdowns lasting up to six months.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Threat of rolling blackouts and six-month lockdowns if Irish sub-sea cables hit, secret Government plans reveal

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fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Bodies of 17 people found in boat off of Greece's Crete

At least 17 migrants were found dead in a partially deflated boat off Crete; two survivors are hospitalized in critical condition.
fromwww.npr.org
11 hours ago

At least 18 migrants die after boat sinks near Greek island of Crete

At least 18 migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat died when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities said Saturday. The half-sunken boat was located Saturday by a passing Turkish merchant vessel, authorities said. Two survivors were rescued and a rescue operation to find more was ongoing. Greece is a major entry point into the European Union for people fleeing conflict and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia and fatal accidents are a common occurrence.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

What choice do we have?': no end in sight for Ukraine's war-weary frontline troops

Ukrainian infantry endure prolonged, claustrophobic frontline survival underground, quietly holding positions under constant drone threat while strategic peace proposals demand untenable concessions.
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fromWander With Jo
16 hours ago

Why Greece's Mainland Is Europe's Most Underrated Budget Destination

Greece's mainland offers equally beautiful experiences as the islands but at significantly lower cost, making it ideal for budget travelers and long-term visitors.
fromIndependent
8 hours ago

Johnny Sexton: 'I was very keen to reinvent myself. I was determined to prove that I could do it in another industry'

"I had to beat traffic to get out to the High Performance Centre and I had a long work call between 8am and 11am," Johnny Sexton recalls. "The lads were then coming out to training and I was sitting there in the car with my shirt on. Call over, I'd have to take it off, put my gear on, jump out, train with the lads, do the kicking session, back into the car and off to work again for the rest of the day."
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fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Tommy Meskill profile: Who is the 31-year-old who will become RTE's youngest 'Six One' presenter?

fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Tommy Meskill profile: Who is the 31-year-old who will become RTE's youngest 'Six One' presenter?

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fromIndependent
8 hours ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Simon Harris's guff has stopped working, and now the public is fed up with Fine Gael

Tánaiste's self-appointment as Finance Minister is unpopular despite providing fresh soundbites.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Man arrested after people attacked with form of pepper spray' at Heathrow

A man was arrested after people were sprayed with suspected pepper spray in Heathrow Terminal 3 car park; several injured, none believed life‑threatening.
fromwww.dw.com
2 hours ago

Hungary's Orban woos voters with cash incentives and smears DW 12/07/2025

Hungarian politicians from the country's ruling right-wing populist Fidesz party accuse national conservative opposition leader Peter Magyar of all sorts of things. They say that the 44-year-old leader of the Tisza party and favorite for the parliamentary elections in spring 2026 is a Brussels mercenary. They call him a Ukrainian agent and a warmonger who wants to forcibly recruit Hungarian men.
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fromFuturism
2 hours ago

Christmas Drone Show for Children Ends Flops Pathetically

A holiday drone show in Haywards Heath failed, delivering far fewer drones, poor imagery, a shortened performance, parking chaos, and angry attendees demanding refunds.
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fromTravel + Leisure
2 hours ago

Switzerland's 'Adventure Capital' Is the Gateway to the Most Picturesque Villages in the Swiss Alps

Interlaken offers abundant outdoor adventure between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, excellent train connections to Jungfrau villages, and luxury hotels and outdoor activity options.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Ukraine war briefing: With no Miami breakthrough, Zelenskyy turns to European allies

Ukraine and US Miami talks yielded no breakthrough; Zelenskyy pursues diplomacy while Russia intensifies strikes and IAEA says Chornobyl shelter can no longer block radiation.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,382

A large-scale Russian drone and missile attack damaged power facilities in eight Ukrainian regions, causing blackouts and forcing nuclear power plants to cut power output, officials and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said. The Ukrainian military said Russia had launched 653 drones and 51 missiles on Ukraine in the overnight attack, adding that its forces downed 585 drones and 30 missiles.
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fromIrish Independent
8 hours ago

President Connolly urges every community to 'reach out the hand of friendship' to migrants

"Food, friendship, music and song are reminders of what Irish people are," she said, adding "that identity is much stronger" when friendship is extended to all newcomers. Mercedes Verona Pereira, from Cuba - one of the event organisers - told the gathering: "You don't need to fear anything, as our mutual responsibility as a community is to take care of you."
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fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

Ukraine's Kremenchuk hit by Russian airstrikes mayor DW 12/07/2025

The central Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk came under attack by dozens of Russian drones and missiles overnight, causing power and water outages, Mayor Vitalii Maletskyi and the Ukrainian air force said on Sunday. The city, located on the Dnipro River 259 km (161 miles) from the capital, Kyiv, is a major industrial hub and the site of one of Ukraine's biggest oil refineries.
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fromIrish Independent
21 hours ago

As it happened: St Martin's hit last-gasp point to beat Ballyhale Shamrocks in Leinster SHC final

St. Martin's won the Leinster SHC for the first time after Ben Stafford scored a last-minute point to beat Ballyhale Shamrocks by one point.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

The Herzog Kerry visit when Israeli security stood accused of 'x-raying' village homes

Local children once warmly welcomed President Chaim Herzog in Ireland, waving Irish and Israeli flags, reflecting a civilised encounter amid later strained relations.
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fromIndependent
21 hours ago

Man wrongly accused of Ashling Murphy murder is suffering mental health problems, court told

A man wrongly accused of Ashling Murphy's murder experienced PTSD, psychosis, and depression and is contesting theft and criminal damage charges.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

DAA foots tax bill for directors' perks, including 'Platinum VIP' private terminal use and car-parking at Dublin Airport

DAA pays directors' benefit-in-kind tax liabilities for tens of thousands of euros of airport services; board received €205,000 and accrued €63,858 in facility benefits.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Father accused of murder of son injured as baby

A father has been charged with the murder of his son, who died aged 14 from complications of a severe head injury sustained in infancy.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This Town in the Italian Alps Is Known for Spa Resorts and Winter Sports-and It's Hosting Events for the 2026 Olympics

Nestled in the Italian Alps northeast of Milan, Bormio may not be as famous as other Italian resort towns, but it has been drawing travelers for 2,000 years. During antiquity, the Romans loved to soak in the town's nine naturally occurring hot springs. More recently, Bormio has become a major hub for outdoor sports, including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and snowshoeing.
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fromIrish Independent
21 hours ago

GAA Club Championships: Ballyboden St Enda's win Leinster SFC title with hurling decider up next

Ballyboden retained the Leinster SFC title for the third time, defeating Athy with strong performances from McGarry, Basquel, Sweeney, and Cein D'Arcy.
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fromThe Atlantic
22 hours ago

By the Horns

Miriam Cabas, 24, became a professional matador after killing two bulls in Cádiz, advancing as one of few women in Spain's contested bullfighting tradition.
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Nearly half of tickets for Milan Cortina still unsold

That's normal. The local fans get interested closer and I think the beginning of the torch relay will be a very important moment for people realizing that,
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Donegal winner of 500,000 only has five weeks to collect prize, as Daily Million Plus players urged to check tickets

A Daily Million Plus ticket sold in Ardara matched 2pm October 12 draw for €500,000; prize remains unclaimed and must be claimed by January 10.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

'It's David against Goliath': The taxi drivers taking on Uber

Dublin taxi drivers staged a go-slow protest against a new 'fixed price' feature, claiming the fare cap threatens their livelihoods.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'You'd probably have to work 80 hours to make what I do in a week now': The taxi drivers taking on Uber

A go-slow protest took place in Dublin this week after the company launched a 'fixed price' feature, which allows you to see the maximum fare your trip will cost. John Meagher talks to drivers who say their livelihoods are under threat It is Wednesday afternoon in Dublin and a long line of taxis idle in the bus lane at Conyngham Road, on the perimeter of the Phoenix Park.
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fromwww.dw.com
15 hours ago

Greece: At least 17 dead in boat capsize off Crete DW 12/06/2025

"Two survivors in critical condition have been hospitalized," a coastguard spokeswoman told the AFP news agency. The survivors told rescue workers that they had lost control of the vessel during a severe storm, leaving those on board stranded in the open sea without access to water, food, or proper shelter. According to local reports, the coastguard said that the migrants had been dead for over a day by the time the boat was located.
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fromwww.thelocal.de
1 day ago

Germany's Merz makes first visit to Israel as chancellor

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Israel to reaffirm ties, address Gaza war strains, meet Netanyahu, visit Yad Vashem, and emphasize support for a two-state solution.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Louth Christmas lights collapse -Government step in with once-off funding to repair festive lights

Strong winds tore down part of Drogheda's Christmas lights, causing masonry damage and a smashed car window; the Government approved one-off funding to fully restore the display.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ukraine war briefing: Progress depends on Russia taking peace talks seriously, say Washington and Kyiv

Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and the president's son-in-law Jared Kushner have been meeting top Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov and Andrii Hnatov, the chief of staff of Kyiv's armed forces. Both parties agreed that real progress toward any agreement depends on Russia's readiness to show serious commitment to long-term peace, including steps toward de-escalation and cessation of killings, said a summary of the talks.
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fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Verstappen promises to go 'all out' for 5th F1 title

Max Verstappen will go all out to win the Abu Dhabi race and pursue a fifth world title, despite trailing Lando Norris by 12 points.
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fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

How immigration trends will change around Europe in 2026

Europe will see continued restrictive immigration policies in 2026, with crackdowns, reduced migrant rights, and political shifts boosting right-wing influence.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Gardai investigate drones over Ireland during visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

President Zelensky visited Dublin, addressed a joint sitting of the Oireachtas, and met government figures and President Catherine Connolly amid drone sightings and diplomatic tensions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Harbadus attacks Andvaria: cyber war game tests Nato defences against Russia

The goal of the war game, conducted 130 miles from the Russian border in Estonia, was to test the alliance's readiness for a rolling enemy assault on civilian and military digital infrastructure. It involved hundreds of multinational troops, representing 29 Nato nations and seven allies, including Ukraine, hunkered down in CyberRange14, a facility established by the Estonian ministry of defence in the wake of a crippling Russian cyber attack in 2007, where Nato has run preparedness exercises since 2014.
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fromwww.thelocal.it
1 day ago

Inside Italy: The family in the woods and Italy preparing for the Olympics

A British-Australian family's off-grid lifestyle in Abruzzo and the court removal of their children provoked intense, polarized international attention and debate.
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fromIndependent
21 hours ago

Cork family 'very proud' as they accept posthumous gold medal for bravery for their hero father

Cal O'Keeffe received a National Bravery Gold Award for saving a woman in her 70s from being hit by a car in Fermoy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Swedish navy encountering Russian submarines almost weekly' and more could be on the way

The Baltic Sea region is facing an increasing range of threats, including suspected hybrid attacks from drones, alleged sabotage of underwater infrastructure and a steady flow of ageing oil tankers in the form of shadow fleet ships carrying crude oil from Russia. Last month, the British defence secretary said that a Russian spy ship had entered British waters and shone lasers at military pilots, warning that the UK faced a new era of threat from hostile countries.
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fromwww.dw.com
16 hours ago

Merz hails Germany's friendship with Israel on first visit DW 12/06/2025

I am visiting Israel at a time that could hardly be more complicated,
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fromFortune
21 hours ago
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million by EU for breaching digital regulations | Fortune

fromDailywire
2 days ago
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'Engaging In Censorship': European Union Hits Elon Musk's X With Massive Fine, Draws White House Ire

fromAbc
2 days ago
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EU hits Musk's X with $210 million fine for breaching bloc's social media law

fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
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In its first DSA penalty, EU fines X 120M for 'deceptive' blue check verification system | TechCrunch

fromFortune
21 hours ago
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million by EU for breaching digital regulations | Fortune

fromDailywire
2 days ago
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'Engaging In Censorship': European Union Hits Elon Musk's X With Massive Fine, Draws White House Ire

fromAbc
2 days ago
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EU hits Musk's X with $210 million fine for breaching bloc's social media law

fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
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In its first DSA penalty, EU fines X 120M for 'deceptive' blue check verification system | TechCrunch

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

'It feels like we've reached our happy ending' - Nikita Hand expecting child with partner Gary

Gary and I are so excited to share that we're having a baby. Everything is finally falling into place, and it feels like we've reached our happy ending. The past few years have been challenging, but every moment has been worth it. who has stood by us and supported us through everything Your love and kindness have meant the world. For the first time in seven years, I'm looking forward to a peaceful Christmas. We're incredibly happy and can't wait to meet our baby on June 4, 2026, and excited for what 2026 brings,
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Donegal winner of 500,000 only has five weeks to collect prize, as players urged to check tickets

A Daily Million Plus ticket sold in Ardara, Donegal matching 9, 16, 24, 29, 32, 38 (bonus 5) won €500,000 and remains unclaimed.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Sarah Carey: If politicians don't have the guts to tell voters 'no', the best-laid infrastructure plans will be doomed

Everybody seems to have a piece of the planning puzzle, but the key to putting it all together is psychological There are a lot of lads throwing shapes about infrastructure these days. On Wednesday, an ambitious plan was published by the Government and the usual gaggle of tech bros, academics, economists, lawyers, journalists and activists held forth on their favourite subject.
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fromIrish Independent
21 hours ago

Champions Cup: Leinster get campaign under way against Harlequins before Munster take on Bath

Fresh after winning his first Ireland cap and impressing throughout last month, loosehead Paddy McCarthy (22) will make his Champions Cup debut alongside his older brother Joe (24), who returns for the first time this season following a foot injury. Expect fireworks with the siblings in the same starting team. Leinster are without injured Ireland trio Andrew Porter (arm), Robbie Henshaw (hamstring) and James Lowe (calf), which opens the door for the younger McCarthy, Ciarán Frawley and Jordan Larmour to impress.
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fromWorld Wild Schooling
1 day ago

These 12 European Countries Are Perfect for American Digital Nomads

Americans can legally live and work remotely across many European countries through digital nomad visas, with options like Italy and Spain offering year-long stays and residency pathways.
fromwww.thelocal.es
1 day ago

Inside Spain: Don't say 'Charo' and is the V-16 light a money-making racket?

The Spanish Ministry of Equality has launched an initiative to try to eliminate the use of the term "Charo", a label that originated in Spanish online forums like Forocoches and is used pejoratively to mock feminist women over 30. Charo, a shortened version of Rosario, is actually a very common name in Spain. But referring to someone as "a Charo" has acquired a new meaning in the Spanish vernacular.
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fromwww.dw.com
19 hours ago

Ukrainians say it's 'absurd' to abandon Donbas to Russia DW 12/06/2025

US initial peace plan demanded Ukraine cede Donbas to de-facto Russian control, prompting revisions and evacuation requests amid local resistance and ongoing US–Ukraine talks.
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fromIrish Independent
22 hours ago

Tributes to farmer who died after fall through shed roof in Co Limerick

Eamonn Sheehan, 58, died after a farm fall in Athlacca; emergency services attended and the Health and Safety Authority launched an investigation.
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fromFortune
14 hours ago

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says Europe has a 'real problem' | Fortune

A weak, fragmented Europe driven by bureaucracy and heavy safety nets undermines investment, innovation, security, and poses significant economic and strategic risks to the United States.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

US security plan: EU's Kallas downplays fear of rift in ties DW 12/06/2025

"There's a lot of criticism [in the paper], but I think some of it is also true; if you look at Europe, it has been underestimating its own power towards Russia," Kallas said on a panel at the Doha Forum in Qatar. "We should be more self-confident," she said, adding that the "US is still our biggest ally." "I think we haven't always seen eye to eye on different topics, but I think the overall principle is still there."
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
16 hours ago

Magnitude-7.0 earthquake hits remote wilderness along Alaska-Canada border

A magnitude-7.0 earthquake struck a remote area near the Alaska-Yukon border at a shallow depth of about 6 miles, with no tsunami warning or immediate damage reports.
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fromLAist
17 hours ago

EU hits Elon Musk's X with $140M fine over business practices

The European Union fined X $140 million for misleading verification badges, a malfunctioning advertising repository, and failing to provide researchers effective data access.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

Anger mounts over drip feed of 'hidden' details over former garda commissioner Drew Harris's 'sweetheart deals'

Security for the Phoenix Park home cost €212,000 while the force paid €21,600 annually in rent for the house provided to Drew Harris.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Hugh Wallace 'lived deeply and left his mark unmistakably', mourners told during funeral

Hugh Wallace, 68, died suddenly; his Dublin funeral honoured his TV career, architectural legacy, and deep partnership with husband Martin Corbett amid plans to move.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Trump tells Europe it is facing civilizational erasure'

U.S. national security policy embraces far-right claims that immigration, low birthrates, and supranational governance will render Europe unrecognizable within twenty years.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'They came from the darkness' - delivery rider underwent emergency brain surgery after 'life-threatening' assault in Dublin

Everything happened very quickly, but I saw a group of guys, and they didn't say anything. [He] just started hitting me with a piece of wood, and then this guy stole my bike, my phone, and I was on the ground. Another Deliveroo rider found me and called the gardaí. But only one guy hit me; the other guys were only [watching] and recording. I'm not the first person that was attacked there. I think it's a very dangerous place, especially at night. It's very dark there, so they came from the darkness.
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fromInsideHook
2 days ago

What It's Like to Ski British Columbia's Powder Highway

All of which is why, last March, I pointed my skis toward Fernie Alpine Resort, which looms above the eponymous British Columbian town some 40 miles north of the Montana border. I'd long wanted to ski Fernie - one of eight resorts along B.C.'s famed Powder Highway - because it seemed to sit at that elusive intersection where big-mountain skiing meets authentic throwback vibe.
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1 day ago

Lawfare Live: The EU Fines X 120 M Euros - What Comes Next? | The Lawfare Podcast

The European Commission fined X 120 million euros for impersonation scams, advertising transparency failures, and blocking researchers; implications include enforcement and free-speech geopolitics.
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2 days ago

Ukraine: Merz heads to Brussels for talks on Russian assets DW 12/05/2025

Chancellor Merz is in Brussels to press EU support for using frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine despite Belgium's opposition and legal concerns.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Forecasters add fifth county to Status Yellow wind warning, as Cork and Kerry to be hit by rain warning

Dublin, Wexford, Wicklow and Waterford can expect strong to gale force and gusty winds this afternoon. And forecasters have now added Louth to the warning. This warning will be in effect from 11am this morning until 5pm in the evening. The national forecaster has also warned of difficult travelling conditions and debris, as well as displaced loose objects. We need your consent to load this Social Media content.
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2 days ago

At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest over Israel's participation

The walkouts came after the general assembly of the European Broadcasting Union a group of public broadcasters from 56 countries that runs the glitzy annual event met to discuss concerns about Israel's participation, which some countries oppose over its conduct of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. At the meeting, EBU members voted to adopt tougher contest voting rules in response to allegations that Israel manipulated the vote in favor of their contestants, but took no action to exclude any broadcaster from the competition.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Taxi drivers suspend six-day protest in Dublin pending outcome of government talks

"We have played by the rules and we have protested peacefully. We have asked to be heard, but nothing has changed. So now the Irish taxi industry is going up a gear. "This is not a gesture. This is the full strength of the Irish taxi industry being brought to bear. We warned this would happen. Now it is happening."
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fromwww.thelocal.it
2 days ago

Italian president urges Olympic truce at Milan-Cortina torch ceremony

Italy's President Sergio Mattarella on Friday called for an Olympic truce to be respected during the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games as conflicts in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip continue. Speaking in Rome at the Olympic torch lighting ceremony, Mattarella urged that hostilities stop for the duration of the sprawling winter sport showcase which opens on February 6. "Peace is coded into the DNA of the Olympics... Italy has asked that the truce be renewed and we hope that it is possible," Mattarella said.
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1 day ago

What would you write in a very last letter and why?

The Danish postal service will deliver its last letter at the end of this month to focus on packages, citing the increasing digitalisation of society. While the public will still be able to send letters through the distributor DAO, it made us think about how we would use that last chance to send a letter. We would like to hear from you on the last letter you would write, who you would send it to, and why.
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fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Met Eireann issues Status Yellow wind warning for Dublin and three other counties, warn of 'strong to gale force and gusty winds'

Strong to gale-force easterly winds, gusts, heavy rain and difficult travel expected across parts of the east and south, with showers and cooler temperatures following.
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