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25.07 / 17:08
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Jasper wildfire: Mayor expresses ‘pain and heartache’ as flames enter townsite
The mayor of the Municipality of Jasper extended “heartfelt sympathy and solidarity” to residents late Wednesday after a wildfire entered the townsite after it prompted the evacuation of 25,000 people in Jasper National Park.
24.07 / 17:22
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Black Bag: Here’s everything we know about spy drama’s release date, cast and plot
Focus Features announces the release date for Steven Soderbergh's spy drama "Black Bag," starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. The film will hit theaters on March 14, 2025.
24.07 / 08:10
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What does it mean to recognise Palestinian statehood?
Israel on October 7th, that “terrorism pays". Ireland, Norway and Spain are joining the majority of countries: almost three-quarters of members of the UN recognise Palestine. What exactly does that mean—and who are the holdouts? There are no binding rules about when one country should recognise another, but international law provides some guidelines.
24.07 / 07:49
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Aer Lingus pilots vote to accept a pay raise
Pilots at Ireland’s national airline, Aer Lingus, have voted to accept a pay increase that ends a labor dispute that led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights
23.07 / 21:06
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Which US cities can be wiped out in a nuclear attack? World War 3-like map shows interesting details
nuclear war and a Hiroshima-Nagasaki crisis.
23.07 / 19:40
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Jasper National Park wildfire evacuee on ‘shock’ of being told to flee area
Jasper National Park in western Alberta on Monday are talking about what it was like to flee after a wildfire evacuation order was issued at this busy time of year for the area.“It’s wall-to-wall traffic,” said Carolyn Campbell, of Edmonton, in a phone interview with The Canadian Press from her vehicle.“(The smoke) is pretty thick. We’ve got masks in the car.”The mountainous park normally sees full hotels and campgrounds in mid-July.
22.07 / 21:02
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AI industry is influencing the world. Mozilla adviser Abeba Birhane is challenging its core values
“Scaling up” is a catchphrase in the artificial intelligence industry as tech companies rush to improve their AI systems with ever-bigger sets of internet data
20.07 / 09:05
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North Atlantic right whales, ‘exceptionally rare’ and soon may go extinct, spotted in Ireland
ocean mammals, are believed to number fewer than 350 as of 2023. The creatures could face extinction within 20 years.“This is an exceptionally rare record for the eastern Atlantic, where this species has been largely absent for decades, if not longer. We can make a convincing argument that the last positive identification of this species in Ireland dates back to 1910," the IWDG said.A post shared by Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (@irishwhaleanddolphingroup)North Atlantic right whales are large and dense creatures known for their curiosity and acrobatics.
18.07 / 13:21
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Golf: Will Rory Roar in Troon? Scheffler, DeChambeau loom over McIlroy bid for major redemption
British Open at Royal Troon is a long one as Rory McIlroy begins his latest bid to end a decade-long major title drought. McIlroy's misery continued in last month's U.S. Open where he agonisingly finished second — one shot behind American Bryson DeChambeau — after bogeying three of his last four holes. The pain of that loss took McIlroy a few days to process but, as he prepares for Thursday's opening round, he is feeling no added pressure in his quest to claim a fifth career major.
16.07 / 21:35
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Lee: See Kate Winslet starrer movie’s trailer, plot and release date
Kate Winslet stars as American war correspondent Lee Miller in the new film 'Lee.' The trailer reveals her battle with both the dangers of war and sexism among her peers. Plot In the biopic directed by Ellen Kuras, Winslet takes on the role of Lee Miller, a real-life American war correspondent. The trailer highlights Miller's determination to document the atrocities of the Nazis despite the dangers and sexism she faces.
16.07 / 21:02
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Pan Am to return in 2025 for exclusive flight. Know its fare, schedule, itinerary and more
Pan Am, which is well-known for its opulent transatlantic flights, will make a comeback in 2025 with a voyage aboard a private jet. Established in 1927 and shutting down in 1991, the airline offers an opulent 12-day trip from New York in an attempt to bring back the golden age of travel, as per the reports of Yahoo Life. From June 27 to July 9, 2025, tourists will traverse Bermuda, Lisbon, Marseille, London, and Foynes in Ireland throughout their journey. The journey will be hosted by Pan American World Airways CEO Craig Carter and will replicate Pan Am's initial transatlantic itineraries.
15.07 / 22:28
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'In the Land of Saints and Sinners': Rotten Tomatoes score and more about Liam Neeson's Netflix movie
In the Land of Saints and Sinners," starring Liam Neeson on Netflix, has captured the attention of viewers. Numerous people have called it the "Irish Avengers," making allusions to Liam Neeson's highly popular «Taken» film series. The Robert Lorenz-directed movie debuted in September at the Venice Film Festival and became available on Netflix in April. A stellar group of actors, including Irish Oscar nominees Kerry Condon and Ciaran Hinds, as well as seasoned actor Colm Meaney, appear in the film, as per the reports of Metro.
15.07 / 13:50
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England and Wales sees population rise by most in 75 years on the back of record immigration
Record immigration caused the population of England and Wales to rise by 610,000 to 60.9 million in mid-2023, the largest annual increase in 75 years, official data showed on Monday. What statisticians term 'natural' population growth — the difference between births and deaths — fell to just 400, the lowest since 1978, while net international migration rose to 622,000, up from 548,500 in the previous 12 months. A net 13,800 people also moved from England and Wales to Scotland or Northern Ireland.
13.07 / 11:10
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Doctor Who Christmas Special: Know all about Nicola Coughlan's appearance
Nicola Coughlan's performance in the upcoming Christmas special, teased by writer Steven Moffat. Known for her role in Bridgerton, Coughlan was spotted filming in Wales last year for the iconic sci-fi series, with showrunner Russell T Davies confirming her involvement in the 2024 festive episode, as mentioned in a report by Digital Spy. A Heartbreaking Performance Steven Moffat, while remaining tight-lipped about the specifics, hinted at Coughlan's impactful role. «Nicola is wonderful in it. She will break your heart,» Moffat shared in a recent interview with Ireland AM. Despite his enthusiasm, Moffat refrained from divulging further details, adhering to the secrecy surrounding the episode.
13.07 / 08:56
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New UK PM Keir Starmer seeks 'reset' after victory
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is heading off Sunday to the four corners of the UK as part of an «immediate reset» with governments in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. Starmer, who said he has a «mandate to do politics differently» after his party's landslide victory, will meet Scottish First Minister John Swinney in Edinburgh in an effort to «turn disagreement into cooperation». «That begins today with an immediate reset of my government's approach to working with the first and deputy first ministers,» he said. «Meaningful co-operation centered on respect will be key to delivering change across our United Kingdom.»
13.07 / 08:25
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Fuze: All you may want to know about cast, filming, production team
Sam Worthington and Gugu Mbatha-Raw are set to star in 'Fuze,' a new thriller directed by David Mackenzie. The film also features Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James. Cast Sam Worthington and Gugu Mbatha-Raw have joined the cast of 'Fuze.' The film also stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James. David Mackenzie, known for 'Hell or High Water,' is directing the film.
13.07 / 07:50
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'Evolving, just backward': Pakistan players' training videos go viral, faces fan fury after T20 WC disappointment
Pakistan cricket team has come under fire for their unconventional training methods following a disappointing performance at the T20 World Cup. Despite their efforts to innovate in practice, including drills on mattresses, critics and fans remain skeptical about their effectiveness. Viral Video Sparks Controversy A viral video showing Pakistan players performing fielding drills on old mattresses has sparked both amusement and criticism on social media. This unusual training approach has raised questions about the team's professionalism and preparation methods in the wake of their early exit from the T20 World Cup.
13.07 / 05:14
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Ukraine’s European allies are either broke, small or irresolute
The perfect European, or so the sarcastic quip goes, should drive like a Frenchman, cook like the Dutch, be as organised as the Greeks and as humorous as a German. A variant of the joke might haunt those trying to devise the perfect ally for Ukraine as it fends off Russian aggression. Imagine a country the size of Latvia, with the budget problems of the hard-up Italians, the willingness to pitch in of Kremlin-loving Hungarians and the arms industry of neutral Ireland.
12.07 / 14:46
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New British Prime Minister Starmer seeks to improve on 'botched' trade deal with European Union
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he would seek to improve the trade deal with the European Union as he began a two-day tour of the U.K. as part of an “immediate reset” with governments in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales
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