Venice begins charging day-trippers to enter city: Venice has begun to charge day-trippers looking to enter the historic Italian city, a world-first intended to ...
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Quick Glance: Venice: Protests Over New 5 Euro Fee for Day-Trippers
- Hundreds of locals protest against the new entry fee
- City aims to reduce overcrowding and restore balance
- Introduces tickets required on specific days and times
- City plans further measures to combat mass tourism
Pro-Palestinian protests spread across US campuses: America's university campuses have been rocked by pro-Palestinian protests, which began at Columbia ...
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Quick Glance: Wave of Pro-Palestinian Protests at US Universities
- The number of pro-Palestinian student protests at American universities is increasing as the unrest in Gaza continues. Despite disciplinary measures and police interventions, the demonstrations persist. Protesters have set up encampments on more than a dozen campuses, urging universities to divest from companies profiting from the Israeli occupation.
- Police in New York arrested over 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators at New York University on Monday night, following the establishment of an encampment earlier that day outside the Stern School of Business.
- The ongoing protests have garnered strong condemnation from lawmakers. On Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott criticized a protest at the University of Texas in Austin. The White House condemned antisemitism on college campuses in a statement regarding Passover on Sunday, refraining from specifying particular institutions or incidents.
Ireland falls in rankings of attractive work destinations: Ireland has fallen four places to rank 36 in the most attractive countries for professionals across ...
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Last post office in Gaeltacht na nDeise set to close: With the retirement in the coming days of a long-serving postmistress, the only remaining post office in ...
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Army horses spooked by falling rubble run amok in London: Military horses caused "total mayhem" in central London and injured a number of people after ...
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Gaza could surpass famine thresholds in six weeks - WFP: Gaza could surpass famine thresholds of food insecurity, malnutrition and mortality in six weeks ...
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Israel 'carrying out offensive action' in south Lebanon: Israeli forces are carrying out "offensive action" across southern Lebanon ...
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New York court overturns Weinstein sex crime conviction: New York's highest court has overturned the 2020 sex crimes conviction of former Hollywood producer ...
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Quick Glance: New York Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, citing prejudicial rulings by the judge in the landmark #MeToo trial.
- The State Court of Appeals ruling reopens a painful chapter in America's reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures, ordering a new trial where his accusers might have to relive their traumas.
- Weinstein, 72, has been serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison following his conviction, but will remain imprisoned due to another rape conviction in Los Angeles in 2022.
- This decision marks another setback for #MeToo, following the US Supreme Court's refusal to hear an appeal in the Bill Cosby case, where his sexual assault conviction was overturned by a Pennsylvania court.
Prosecutor wants case against Spanish PM's wife dismissed: Madrid's prosecuting authority has requested the dismissal of a corruption case against ...
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Macron warns 'mortal' Europe needs stronger defence: French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that Europe faces an existential threat from Russian ...
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Quick Glance: Macron Urges Stronger Defense for Europe
- French President Emmanuel Macron called on Europe to strengthen its defense against global threats like Russian aggression.
- Macron warned that Europe is not adequately equipped to face challenges such as Russia's war in Ukraine.
- He emphasized the importance of a credible European defense strategy and advocated for enhancing Europe's sovereignty in defense and the economy.
- Macron also called for a revision of EU trade policy to defend European interests, highlighting the lack of respect from Russia and China towards global trade rules.
Israeli hostage says living in Gaza 'hell' in Hamas video: Palestinian militant group Hamas has released a video of an Israeli-American man held ...
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Klimt's 'Portrait of Miss Lieser' fetches €30m at auction: Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Miss Lieser", a painting of a young woman ...
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Quick Glance: Klimt's 'Portrait of Miss Lieser' Sells for $32 Million Euros at Auction
- Klimt's 'Portrait of Miss Lieser' sells for $32 million euros at auction despite subject's uncertainty.
- The painting depicts a young woman in a turquoise dress and floral gown against a red background.
- The current owners reached a 'fair and just solution' with the legal successors of the Lieser family.
- The painting's history post-Klimt's death and during the Nazi era raises significant questions.
Tánaiste visits refugee camp during Middle East visit: Tánaiste Micheál Martin has visited a UNRWA Palestinian refugee camp south of the Jordanian capital Amman ...
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Blades of Paris landmark Moulin Rouge windmill collapse
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Quick Glance: Unexpected Collapse of Moulin Rouge Windmill Blades in Paris
- The red windmill blades of the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret collapsed unexpectedly onto the street.
- The cabaret's technicians conduct routine checks on the windmill mechanism, so far without any issues.
- The fire department verified that the collapse resulted in no injuries.
- The Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris is renowned for its iconic red windmill blades and is a popular landmark.
Ryanair cancels over 300 flights due to French strike: Delays and flight cancellations are set to impact swathes of Europe today, after authorities failed to ...
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Former Ireland defender Charlie Hurley dies aged 87: Former Republic of Ireland centre-half Charlie Hurley has died at the age of 87.
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Orders for new evacuations as strikes in Gaza intensify: Israeli strikes intensified across Gaza yesterday in some of the heaviest shelling in weeks ...
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Bord na Móna to build walking and cycling trails on bogs: Bord na Móna is planning to build a new inter-county network of walking and cycling trails across bogs ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0423/1445258-bord-na-mona-trails/
Coillte had operating profit of €6m last year: Coillte had earnings of €106m in 2023 and an operating profit of €6m, according to the semi-state forestry ...
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€5.6m funding for Donegal, Kerry and Mayo airports: Funding of over €5.6 million has been announced for regional airports in Donegal, Kerry, and Mayo.
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0425/1445643-aiports-funding/
🤖 Meet Emo, a robot capable of mimicking human facial expressions through the use of AI.
Emo has been developed by engineers at Columbia University in the US ... Show more #robots #AI #artificialintelligence #rtenews
Japanese karate practitioner kicks away bears: A pair of bears picked the wrong person to mess with in Japan when they approached a 50-year-old karate ...
rte.ie/news/newslens/2024/0425/1445613-japan-bears/
Prison body says overcrowding, drug abuse 'getting worse': The Prison Officers' Association has said that problems in the prison service with ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0425/1445519-prison-officers-association/
What next as Spanish PM suspends duties after allegations: Spanish prime minister Pedro Sanchez has said he will suspend public duties until next week to decide ...
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Illegal fires being taken seriously by courts - Noonan: The Minister of State with Responsibility for Nature and Heritage has said the courts are starting to ...
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0425/1445564-gorse-fires/
Host of events nationwide for 10th Poetry Day Ireland: Today marks the tenth anniversary of Poetry Day Ireland with an ambitious programme of events taking place ...
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Decline in mental health among LGBTQI+ people - study: Ireland's young LGBTQI+ population are experiencing significant mental health challenges ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0425/1445490-lgbt-survey/
Truth around Stardust finally revealed - McDonald: The truth around the fatal fire at the Stardust nightclub has finally been revealed after being obstructed by ...
rte.ie/news/stardust/2024/0423/1445217-stardust-reax/
Enright, Kilroy nominated for 'Women's Prize for Fiction': Two Irish authors have been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 'Women's ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0424/1445486-womens-prize-for-fiction-award/
Warning issued as southeast Asia swelters in extreme heat: Extreme heat across south and southeast Asia has resulted in a warning being issued in Thailand ...
rte.ie/news/weather/2024/0424/1445423-asia-heat/
What the US passed to aid Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan: The US Senate passed aid for Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific, along with a national security bill that ...
rte.ie/news/analysis-and-comment/2024/0424/1445325-us-aid-package/
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
President nears full recovery following mild stroke: President Michael D Higgins says he will be completely recovered from a mild stroke within two to three ...
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Counselling services put in place for Stardust families: Counselling services have been in put in place for those impacted by the Stardust disaster ...
rte.ie/news/stardust/2024/0424/1445340-stardust/
Sinn Féin TD Imelda Munster asks how RTÉ could misclassify workers and abuse their rights without trade unions doing more | More: www.rte.ie/news/2024/0424/1445280-rte-media-committee/
Report on human rights highlights Irish housing crisis: Ireland's housing crisis has been highlighted in a report assessing human rights in 155 countries by ...
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Quick Glance: Israel's Assault on Gaza: Near Collapse of International Law
- Amnesty International warns of the breakdown of international law and global human rights due to government aggression and the rise of big tech.
- Israel is criticized for the war on Gaza, targeting civilian populations. The international community is accused of being inactive in holding Benjamin Netanyahu's government accountable.
- Amnesty also condemns Russia for the invasion of Ukraine and China for human rights abuses. The organization highlights the growing power of big tech companies and the misuse of AI.
- Calls for reforms in the UN Security Council and better regulation of technologies are made. Despite challenges, people globally continue to advocate for human rights and social justice.
Talks on global plastic treaty under way in Canada: Negotiators from 175 countries have begun talks on a proposed global treaty to reduce plastic pollution ...
rte.ie/news/world/2024/0424/1445322-talks-plastic/
Concern over environmental impact of sewage spill in Naas: An investigation has been launched after sewage entered the Grand Canal in Naas, Co Kildare.
rte.ie/news/leinster/2024/0424/1445469-sewage-naas/
MEPs approve new laws to tackle money laundering: New laws to tackle money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions evasion have been approved by the ...
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Watch: Greece suffers new round of Saharan dust pollution: Clouds of dust blown in from the Sahara desert covered Athens and other Greek cities ...
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New RTÉ chair vows to restore trust: The new chair of the RTÉ Board Terence O'Rourke has vowed to restore trust in the organisation.
rte.ie/news/2024/0424/1445440-town-hall/
Fires set in mountainous areas 'unacceptable' - minister: Minister of State with Responsibility for Nature and Heritage Malcolm Noonan has described ...
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Overdue apology an important moment for Stardust families: Taoiseach Simon Harris dispensed with any preamble and got straight to the point of his Dáil speech ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0423/1445225-state-apology-stardust/
Domestic economic outlook for 2024 revised lower: The Government has revised down slightly its projections for growth in the domestic economy this year ...
rte.ie/news/business/2024/0423/1445168-stability-programme-update/
Smart tariff uptake at just 11% despite major smart meter rollout: Despite a major national rollout of smart meters, only 11% of electricity customers are on ...
rte.ie/news/primetime/2024/0422/1445042-smart-tariff-uptake-at-just-11-despite-major-smart-meter-rollout/
UK parliament passes Rwanda asylum bill: The British government's scheme to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda looks likely to become law by the end of the ...
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Quick Glance: British Parliament Approves Deportations to Rwanda
- The controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda has been approved by the British Parliament.
- Despite resistance in the upper house and multiple votes, the law was passed.
- Prime Minister Sunak is pushing for deportations to deter refugees from dangerous crossings.
- Experts question the effectiveness of the measure, while concerns about costs and legal implications persist.
Egypt reclaims 3,400-year-old stolen statue of pharaoh: Egypt has welcomed home a 3,400-year-old statue depicting the head of King Ramses II after it was stolen ...
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In Khan Younis, scores more bodies were recovered from what Palestinian authorities said were mass graves on the site of the city's main hospital ... Show more www.rte.ie/news/middle-east/2024/0422/1445021-gaza-conflict-graves/
Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
'Perfect storm' brings €2 per litre fuel back in prospect: €2 per litre fuel prices are firmly back in sight following the recent restoration of excise ...
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Israel yet to provide evidence for UNRWA claims - review: Israel is yet to provide supporting evidence for its claim that a significant number of UNRWA staff ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
More than 14 killed as violence flares in West Bank: Israeli forces killed 14 Palestinians during a raid in the occupied West Bank, while an ambulance driver was ...
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Artists project Gaza message on Cliffs of Moher: A group of artists projected a beam of light onto the Cliffs of Moher in Co Clare last night with the word ...
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0420/1444725-cliffs-of-moher-gaza/
Heat-related mortality up 30% in Europe, report finds: A new report from EU Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World Meteorological Organisation has said ...
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Quick Glance: Europe Leads in Climate Change, Urgent Need for Renewable Energy
- Europe is the fastest-warming continent, with temperatures rising about twice as fast as the global average, according to a joint report by top climate monitoring organizations.
- The continent generated 43% of its electricity from renewables last year, surpassing fossil fuels for the second consecutive year, highlighting the need for targeted strategies to transition to renewable resources.
- Temperatures in Europe are now 2.3 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, nearing the goals of the Paris climate accord to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, impacting human health with increased deaths related to extreme climate events.
- The report emphasizes the urgent need for action as heatwaves, wildfires, and other extreme weather events have led to significant economic losses and human casualties across the continent.
Shop that sold record-breaking lotto ticket strikes again: A shop that sold Saturday's winning lotto jackpot ticket also sold Dolores McNamara's ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0423/1445118-lotto-limerick/
Swift album breaks Spotify record with 300m streams: Taylor Swift's latest offering, The Tortured Poets Department, has become the first album in Spotify ...
rte.ie/entertainment/2024/0420/1444732-swift-album-breaks-spotify-record-with-300m-streams/
Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
Ten killed after two Malaysian navy helicopters collide: Ten people have been killed after two helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal for a Royal ...
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Quick Glance: Ten killed in collision of two Malaysian navy helicopters
- Ten people died on April 23 after two helicopters collided during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade.
- The victims, seven men and three women, were all crew members aboard the aircraft.
- The helicopters, a Fennec M502-6 and a HOM M503-3, crashed during a flypast rehearsal.
- An investigation will determine the cause of the incident, and the navy's anniversary celebrations will be postponed.
Zelensky says US aid approval will bring 'end to war': Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude for the passage by the US House ...
rte.ie/news/ukraine/2024/0421/1444775-ukraine-russia/
Why did Poland get rid of homework in primary schools?: Earlier this month, Poland's government dispensed with compulsory homework for school children up to ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0421/1444630-poland-homework-primary-schools/
MEPs approve ban on products made using forced labour: The European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved new measures to ban the sale, import and export of ...
rte.ie/news/europe/2024/0423/1445063-european-parliament/
Residents 'reeling' after vandals damage 40 trees in park: Vandals have cut down or damaged up to 40 trees in Dublin's Dodder Valley Park over the ...
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0422/1444923-trees-dublin/
Clare TD Michael McNamara to contest European election: Independent TD Michael McNamara has announced he will be contesting the European Parliament elections in ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0423/1445180-michael-mcnamara/
'We need justice to be served' - Stardust families: Taoiseach Simon Harris will deliver a formal State apology to the families and victims of the ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0423/1445151-stardust-apology/
Trump broke law by deceiving voters, criminal trial told: A New York prosecutor has told a jury that Donald Trump's hush money payment to a porn star broke ...
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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
US Senate to vote on major aid package for Ukraine: The US Senate is set to vote on a major aid package for Ukraine, with its passage all but certain after the ...
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Stephen Rea is the IFTA Lifetime Achievement recipient. He joked that he spent a long time writing his speech as it is the one award where the winner is known ... Show more
Thirty minutes of road policing a PR stunt, says GRA: The Garda Representative Association has described as a public relations exercise Garda Commissioner Drew ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0423/1445078-gra-conference-mayo/
E-car prices need to halve to win over mass market - ECA: The European Court of Auditors has said that electric car prices would need to halve to ensure they are ...
rte.ie/news/europe/2024/0423/1445081-electric-cars/
Double-digit growth in price of farmland in 2023 - report: The most expensive average price for farmland in the country last year was in Co Waterford ...
rte.ie/news/business/2024/0423/1445073-land-prices/
Tánaiste says no row over budget among party leaders: Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said there was no row at the party leaders meeting about budget promises.
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0421/1444830-ireland-politics/
Watch live: Eamon Ryan addresses Green Party convention: Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has warned his Government colleagues that "easy false" promises ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0420/1444661-green-party-convention/
Three dead, tens of thousands evacuated in Chinese storms: Three people are dead and 11 others missing following storms that battered southern China ...
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Motorists warned of possible delays on M50, M7: Motorists are being warned about potential delays on parts of the M50 and M7 this afternoon and evening due to ...
rte.ie/news/dublin/2024/0422/1444988-dublin-traffic/
Over 1,000 pro-Palestine protesters march in Dublin: More than 1,000 protesters have taken part in a pro-Palestine march in Dublin city centre ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0420/1444714-palestine-rally/
Call for more accommodation for trafficking victims: Depaul has called for an increase in specialised accommodation for victims of trafficking in Ireland.
rte.ie/news/2024/0422/1444867-trafficking-specialised-accommodation/
Tourist rescued from water off Dublin by passing ferry: A tourist in his 20s was rescued from the sea off Co Dublin at the weekend after getting into difficulty.
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0422/1444928-howth-swimmer-rescue/
Govt to announce creation of new national park in Kerry: The Government will announce the creation of a new national park on the Corca Dhuibhne peninsula in west ...
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0422/1444859-govt-to-announce-creation-of-new-national-park-in-kerry/
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