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17 councils have no emergency beds ahead of eviction ban lifting: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said councils were 'ramping up the provision of emergency accommodation' ...
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Over half of local authorities have no capacity in emergency homeless accommodation, Sinn Féin says
irishtimes.com/politics/2023/03/15/tanaiste-completely-out-of-touch-for-suggesting-housing-market-is-turning-corner-sinn-fein-says/
17 councils have no emergency beds ahead of eviction ban lifting: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said councils were 'ramping up the provision of emergency accommodation' ...
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Red C poll: Sinn Féin back down to 25% as independents surpass Fianna Fáil: Mary Lou McDonald’s party had recovered back up to 28 per cent last month but has ...
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Colm Lauder: Varadkar got a lot wrong but one day will be praised for getting housing on track
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Matt Cooper: Leo Varadkar saw the writing on the wall and wanted no part of it : Varadkar is hoping his departure will do some favour to his embattled party
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What Simon Harris needs to do to be a different and successful Taoiseach: The major challenges for Harris are the timing of his elevation and how can he ...
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Quick Glance: Leo Varadkar: A Populist Who Struggled with Real People
- In May 2002, a young party activist analyzed the defeat of Fine Gael under Michael Noonan, emphasizing that none of the former leaders were the expected messiah for the party.
- Leo Varadkar's political legacy comprises valuable contributions, but he was never seen as a savior of the party. His ability to navigate contradictions made him a skilled politician, but he ultimately realized he couldn't balance on the political tightrope indefinitely.
- Varadkar was described as a politician who straddled conservatism and an increasingly progressive society. Despite his rapid rise in politics and popularity during crises, he struggled to address long-term challenges in areas like healthcare and housing.
- His popularity peaked during the Brexit crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, where he was seen as a unifying and authoritative leader. However, he failed to effectively tackle long-term structural issues in Ireland, especially in healthcare and housing, as his neoliberal views did not offer compelling solutions.
The old ‘Road House’: ridiculous trash. And fun. The new one with Jake Gyllenhaal: just plain vicious
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What Ireland Prime Minister Varadkar's Exit Means for Political Landscape: The sudden exit of Prime Minister Leo Varadkar leaves Ireland at a crossroads ...
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Sinn Féin fall again by three points as Independents make real gains: Latest Red C Poll reflects increasing tension around the migration issue ahead of the local ...
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Analysis: Leo Varadkar won the hearts of big business but forgot Irish SMEs in the end
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Red C poll: Sinn Féin back down to 25% as independents surpass Fianna Fáil: Mary Lou McDonald’s party had recovered back up to 28 per cent last month but has ...
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Editorial: Ireland must be at the table in European defence spending plans: Varadkar’s comments about Ireland’s enthusiasm for involvement were overshadowed by ...
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Varadkar departs stage with some successes but far too many failures : Fundamentally, Fine Gael under Leo Varadkar lost touch with its base, and he has allowed ...
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Politicians ‘almost always tell the truth,’ Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says ahead of last Cabinet meeting
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Ireland’s Harris Set to Become Prime Minister in Uncontested Bid: Ireland’s Simon Harris was named leader of his liberal Fine Gael party on Sunday ...
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Ireland’s Donohoe Backs Simon Harris to Be Next Prime Minister: Ireland’s Paschal Donohoe gave his support to Simon Harris, who is the front runner to become the ...
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Colm Lauder: Varadkar got a lot wrong but one day will be praised for getting housing on track
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Latvia to auction Moscow House in Riga, proceeds will go to Ukraine: The Latvian government decided to auction off a land plot in the centre of Riga ...
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If politicians like Varadkar and Ardern are burnt out, it’s a sign of the corrosive nature of politics
irishtimes.com/opinion/2024/03/27/if-politicians-like-varadkar-and-ardern-are-burnt-out-its-a-sign-of-the-corrosive-nature-of-politics/
Sinn Féin accused of ‘so much cowardice’ on hate speech Bill: News from the Irish Examiner's team of reporters
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Alabama Democrat Wins Special Election Running on Abortion and IVF Access: Marilyn Lands flipped a State House seat in the deep-red state by 25 percentage points ...
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Quick Glance: IVF Ruling and Abortion Debate in Alabama Election
- As the Alabama election approaches, candidates focus on abortion and in vitro fertilization (IVF), with Republicans reinforcing support for IVF and Democrats opposing abortion restrictions.
- Democrats strategically highlight reproductive issues post Roe v. Wade overturn, viewing the Alabama race as a pivotal test for their stance on abortion.
- Despite voter resonance on reproductive issues, the election outcome is not expected to significantly alter Republican dominance in the state legislature, but would symbolically mark a notable win for Democrats.
- The stark divide in candidate strategies underscores the ongoing debate over reproductive rights, shaping the battleground district's electoral landscape with high stakes for both parties.
Businesses praise Leo Varadkar’s leadership during Covid and Brexit ‘crises’ after shock resignation
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Suzanne Harrington: Giving lessons in the art of resignation could be Leo's next job
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Analysis: Leo Varadkar’s resignation. Why now and what next?: The shock resignation of the Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader leaves questions about how we got here ...
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‘How on earth could I justify not coming?’ - Mary Lou McDonald on Washington visit
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Terry Prone: We love a resignation and all the drama and intrigue that follows: It’s no accident that one of the most exciting and popular recent TV series was ...
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Rep. Mike Gallagher says he's resigning early, leaving House Republicans with thinnest of majorities
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Quick Glance: Republican Mike Gallagher to Resign Early, Impacting House Majority
- Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher from Wisconsin, who previously announced he would not seek re-election, will resign from Congress early.
- Gallagher's early resignation deals another blow to Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans who have faced struggles in governing and demonstrating stability during this Congress.
- His decision to depart on April 19 also means there will not be a special election to fill his seat, following state law procedures for vacancies after the second Tuesday in April.
- Gallagher, an Iraq war veteran and chairman of the committee investigating the Chinese Communist Party, has chosen to resign early despite his frustrations with his own party.
Rose Dugdale, English heiress who joined Provisional IRA, dies aged 83: Sinn Féin politicians pay tribute to ‘true revolutionary’ who was involved in Russborough ...
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/18/rose-dugdale-english-heiress-who-joined-provisional-ira-dies/
LIVE: President Joe Biden, Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar attend St. Patrick’s Day luncheon
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Call for gardaí to be given powers to arrest landlords who illegally evict tenants
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Leo Varadkar tells Biden: It is possible to be for Israel and for Palestine: The taoiseach told the US president that Irish people were ‘deeply troubled’ by the ...
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Mark Redmond: Varadkar never failed to show up when it came to winning investment for Ireland
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Sinn Féin TD says he does not think any republican ‘shed a tear’ at death of garda-killer McAuley
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/27/sinn-fein-td-says-he-does-not-think-any-republican-shed-a-tear-at-death-of-garda-killer-mcauley/
Government examining payments to carers after referendum defeat - Varadkar : The taoiseach said that respite was ‘very deficient’ at the moment
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Analysis: Leo Varadkar won the hearts of big business but forgot Irish SMEs in the end
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Sinn Féin defends call to scrap Hate Crime Bill: Sinn Féin has defended its call to scrap the Hate Crime Bill in the face of criticism that it had previously ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0326/1440011-hate-crime-bill/
Leo Varadkar: Taoiseach denies resignation conspiracy theories: Rumours over why Leo Varadkar decided to resign have persisted since the announcement.
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Leo Varadkar: The GP who became Ireland's youngest taoiseach: Varadkar also made history as the first gay PM and the first from an ethnic minority background.
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Sledmere House exhibits photos by Elise Thomas killed in crash: Elise Thomas from Sledmere near Driffield died in a crash on the M1 in August 2023.
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Opposition leaders call for general election in wake of Varadkar decision: Opposition leaders have called on the Government to hold a general election after Leo ...
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Pearse Doherty criticises placing of tricolour on coffin of Pearse McAuley: Mr Doherty, a Donegal TD, said McAuley had nothing to do with Sinn Féin for 'many ...
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Markets react to Leo Varadkar resignation: Poor timing for Ireland as NTMA plots €1bn bond auction
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Opposition restate calls for immediate general election: Sinn Féin TD Louise O'Reilly has said it is now "very clear" that a general election is ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0324/1439731-harris-reaction/
Poll suggests drop in support for Sinn Féin but rise for Aontú and Independents: Support for Fine Gael is down one point at 19%, but the survey was conducted ...
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Leo Varadkar takes aim at Lisa Chambers over ‘no-no’ referendum vote: Taoiseach says he votes in line with how he campaigns
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Varadkar hasn’t decided if he will stand in next election: The taoiseach said he would make a decision in the next few months about whether to contest the next ...
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“We See Our History in Their Eyes” Irish Leader Calls for Gaza Ceasefire in White House Address
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Biden hails good relationship with Varadkar in phone call: US President Joe Biden has spoken with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar 'to recognise his years of service ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0325/1439921-biden-leo/
The unity debate in Northern Ireland: Join Carmel Crimmins this St Patrick’s Day weekend on a melodious journey to Northern Ireland. As political changes amplify ...
reuters.com/podcasts/unity-debate-northern-ireland-2024-03-16/
Veteran group launches $500K ad blitz urging support for Ukraine: A veteran-focused progressive political action committee (PAC) is launching a ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4557159-veteran-group-launches-ad-blitz-urging-support-ukraine/
Gaping hole in Sinn Féin budget figures revealed by finance officials: New documents show that the party’s costing of its alternative budget were tens of ...
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US House passes bill that could ban TikTok nationwide: The bill would force a Chinese tech giant to sell its stake in the app, but its fate in the Senate is ...
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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban: Economic and Social Implications for Creators
- Creators in the U.S. express concern over a potential ban of TikTok, highlighting the impact it could have on their livelihoods.
- The app, a vital income source for many, has also served as a platform for dialogue and community building.
- Some view TikTok as an opportunity for marginalized groups, while others fear the dangerous precedent a ban could set.
- TikTok's influence extends beyond financial aspects, with significant social implications that many consider essential and invaluable.
Leo Varadkar says he ‘definitely’ does not want EU job: The taoiseach is on his way to a summit of EU leaders in Brussels
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Leo Varadkar's most viral moments as he steps down as Taoiseach: From 'welfare cheats cheat us all' to the letter to Kylie Minogue
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Sinn Féin is this island’s best resourced political party, the beneficiary of a legacy of barbarism
irishtimes.com/opinion/2024/03/27/sinn-fein-is-this-islands-best-resourced-political-party-the-beneficiary-of-a-legacy-of-barbarism/
The Inside Story: It is understood that Varadkar had not told anyone other than Brian Murphy, his chief of staff before Tuesday morning and talk of Donohoe ... Show more
Inside story of Leo’s departure and Simon’s ascension : From Varadkar’s cabinet announcement to Harris’ final manoeuvrers, here’s how the change in the Fine ...
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Ken Buck’s parting gift to GOP: Signing Democrats’ Ukraine discharge petition: Buck is the first Republican to join the effort to force a vote on the Senate's ...
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Mick Clifford: Leo Varadkar grew politically over the years but never became a vote magnet
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Call for Govt to scrap HSE's recruitment freeze: Sinn Féin has called on the Government to scrap the HSE's recruitment freeze as part of the ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0327/1440368-politics-ireland-health/
Opinion | How Ireland Fell Out of Love With Joe Biden: The president’s complicity with Israel’s assault on Gaza has damaged his relationship with the Irish ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/opinion/biden-ireland-gaza-varadkar.html
Elaine Loughlin: Opposition let themselves down with attacks on Leo Varadkar in the Dáil
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Leo Varadkar expected to announce resignation as leader of Fine Gael: The Taoiseach’s announcement is due this afternoon and comes after devastating referendum ...
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'Fern Britton proves she's the biggest snake in CBB house as "kind" mask slips'
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce hold hands on waterfront stroll during PDA-filled Bahamas vacation
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A Tory boy? No one seriously believes Varadkar was ‘right wing’ any more: Who here remembers Margaret Thatcher, the Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams rhetorically ...
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Fine Gael faces challenge as Cannon announces exit: Ten TDs elected for Fine Gael in the 2020 General Election have now announced that they are not going to ...
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After all these years, Leo the lion no longer the king of the political jungle: Well, he did once say he's get out before he was fifty.
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Paul Hosford: No longer the man for the job, Leo Varadkar’s life is now changed immeasurably
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White House confirms report: Israel reports death of number three Hamas leader: According to the USA, Israel has succeeded in striking a blow against the Hamas ...
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Simon Harris rules out coalition with Sinn Féin as he puts his name forward to be next FG leader and taoiseach
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/21/simon-harris-puts-his-name-forward-to-be-next-fine-gael-leader/
‘Not the right man for the job’: What was behind Irish PM’s shock resignation?: Prime Minister Leo Varadkar sent shockwaves through Ireland when he candidly ...
cnn.com/2024/03/24/europe/ireland-taoiseach-varadkar-resignation-reason-intl/
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Jake Gyllenhaal came up with some of Road House’s gnarliest fight scenes himself
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Leo Varadkar is Fine Gael's latest departure. Who else is stepping down?: Leo Varadkar is Fine Gael's latest departure. Who else is stepping down?: A ...
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Newsmax host tells Jim Jordan: Biden impeachment ‘not going anywhere’: Newsmax host Rob Finnerty pressed Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) on the House GOP impeachment ...
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Varadkar resignation will not prompt early general election — Martin: While Mr Martin said he was surprised by the Taoiseach’s announcement, he insisted that the ...
irishexaminer.com/news/politics/arid-41357353.html
If you recently sold your home, you might get part of your realtor fee back: A settlement by the National Realtors Association promises to change the way real ...
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Whatever happened to Kamala Harris? ‘They have kept her away from public appearances’
irishtimes.com/world/2024/03/23/whatever-happened-to-kamala-harris-they-have-kept-her-away-from-public-appearances/
Quick Glance: Harris Warns of Consequences if Israel Invades Rafah
- Vice President Kamala Harris warns Israel of possible 'consequences' if a planned invasion of Rafah continues in its pursuit of Hamas fighters.
- The U.N. estimates that approximately 1.4 million people currently reside in the city located on Gaza's southern border with Egypt.
- Harris emphasized in an interview with ABC News that a major military operation in Rafah would be a huge mistake and there is nowhere for the residents to go.
- Despite U.S. concerns, Israel plans to invade Rafah to dismantle Hamas; Harris does not rule out 'consequences' from the United States.
Brexit allies and sparring partners in UK pay tribute to Leo Varadkar: The outgoing Taoiseach has been praised by Rishi Sunak and Jeffrey Donaldson
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‘Too old’ Biden again spotted with ‘cheat codes’ in meeting with Irish PM : US President Joe Biden on Friday (Mar 15) was again captured with his ‘cheat codes’ ...
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Watch: Irish PM Leo Varadkar speaks up in support of Palestine in US President Joe Biden’s presence
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Pensioner (87) lets rooms to students - 16 square meters for 16 hours of help a month
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Burgenland district in Saxony-Anhalt: AfD apparently wants to pay CDU district administrator a "home visit"
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