All articles tagged with #ireland
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Reuters
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin is engaging in trade discussions with Chinese officials in Beijing, focusing on beef exports and dairy tariffs, amid broader efforts to strengthen Ireland-China relations and navigate tensions between China and the EU.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by BBC
An astronomer at Armagh Observatory captured what is believed to be the first video of a lunar impact flash in Ireland, during the Geminid meteor shower, marking a rare and significant event in astronomical observation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
New Zealand defeated Ireland 26-13 in Chicago, ending a nine-year drought against their rivals with a strong second-half performance after Ireland's early red card, securing their third consecutive win over Ireland.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
Catherine Connolly, a left-wing, anti-establishment independent lawmaker known for her support of Palestinians and criticism of EU policies, has been elected Ireland's new president, a largely ceremonial role, with a focus on unity, diversity, and peace.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
The Séance of Blake Manor is a gripping gothic detective game set in 1897 Ireland, combining mystery, folk horror, and social commentary, with intricate investigation mechanics and rich themes of colonialism, folklore, and identity.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Jewish Chronicle
Ireland's newly elected president, Catherine Connolly, faced criticism from Jewish leaders after her remarks suggesting Hamas is part of Palestine's civil society, despite her vows to be an inclusive and peace-oriented president. Her comments on the October 7 events and her stance on Palestinian sovereignty have sparked debate.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by politico.eu
Catherine Connolly, a left-wing independent, won Ireland's presidential election with a record 63.4% of votes, defeating center-ground candidates amid a surge of vandalized ballots and anti-immigrant sentiment, signaling a significant political shift and increased social tensions in Ireland.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by DW
Catherine Connolly, a left-wing independent candidate, won Ireland's presidential election with over 64.7% of the vote, amid low voter turnout and widespread dissatisfaction with political parties, and she plans to focus on peace, unity, and neutrality.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by PBS
Left-leaning independent Catherine Connolly won Ireland's presidential election with 63% of the vote, supported by left parties including Sinn Féin, and will succeed Michael D. Higgins. Her victory signifies a potential shift in Irish politics, with increased voter dissatisfaction reflected in a high number of spoiled ballots.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Left-leaning independent Catherine Connolly won Ireland's presidential election with 63% of the vote, supported by left parties including Sinn Féin, promising to champion diversity, peace, and neutrality. She succeeds Michael D. Higgins and is the third woman to hold the role, amid a high number of spoiled ballots indicating voter discontent.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Catherine Connolly, a left-wing independent candidate with a pro-Palestine stance, is set to become Ireland's next president after her rival conceded defeat, with vote counting still underway across the country.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Washington Post
Irish voters elected Catherine Connolly, a leftist and critic of NATO and Israel's actions in Gaza, as president in a landslide, reflecting some discontent with the government despite the largely ceremonial nature of the role.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Early tallies in the Irish presidential election show strong support for independent candidate Catherine Connolly, who expressed delight with the results. The election features Connolly, backed by left-wing parties, and Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys, with votes being counted across 43 constituencies. The turnout may be low, and the final result will be announced at Dublin Castle.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Voting has concluded in Ireland's presidential election, with early indications suggesting low turnout; the votes will be counted starting Saturday, and the new president will be announced later that day, replacing outgoing President Michael D Higgins.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Irish police arrested 23 people during a second night of unrest outside a Dublin hotel housing asylum seekers, following protests and violent clashes related to immigration issues, including the arrest of a man accused of sexually assaulting a minor. The protests, which involved throwing missiles and fireworks at police, reflect rising public concern over immigration policies in Ireland.