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How a ferocious 19th-century hurricane helped Irish people get their British pension

Sunday January 6 1839 signalled the end of the festive season, the last of the 12 days of Christmas. The people of Ireland woke to light snow and many were looking forward to the evening’s celebrations.

The Conversation

Ireland’s China visit underscores EU divisions over how to handle Beijing

Ireland’s prime minister, Micheál Martin, arrived in Beijing this week for the first visit by an Irish leader to China in more than a decade, placing Ireland at the centre of a rapidly evolving European strategy towards the world’s second-largest economy.

Radio France Internationale

Claire’s and The Original Factory Shop collapse into administration

It will mean 1,355 employees in the UK and Ireland at 154 Claire’s shops will be put at risk, and 1,220 staff across 140 TOFS’ stores.

Evening Standard

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US aircraft monitor tanker off Ireland that tried to evade Venezuela blockade

Ship changed its name and registered in Russia in apparent attempt to prevent possible US seizure near British Isles

The Guardian - UK

A sign of Europe’s troubled times? Lithuania brings in tax reforms to boost defence spending

Lithuania is entering 2026 with a tax shift that brings its system closer to countries like Ireland and the UK. From January 1, the long-standing flat 15% personal income-tax rate for self-employed people is being abolished for higher earners. These workers will now be integrated into the same new progressive…

The Conversation

Snow closes schools and disrupts travel in parts of UK and Ireland

Amber weather warnings issued as widespread wintry conditions take hold

The Guardian - UK

I ran 1,400 miles around Ireland

On a running pilgrimage in the land of my forebears I was blown away by the scenery – and even more so by the warmth of the people

The Guardian - UK

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10 Photos of Patrick 'Pa' O'Dwyer: How His Death Ended an Era in Irish Strongman Sport

Explore 10 photos of Patrick 'Pa' O'Dwyer and how Ireland's Strongest Man's sudden death at 40 ended an era in Irish strongman sport.

International Business Times UK

Pa O'Dwyer Family, Networth: How Partner Layna Foley Is Coping as GoFundMe Hits $100,000

Was Pa O'Dwyer married? Following the shock death of the five-time Ireland's Strongest Man, fans rally to support his partner Layna Foley and their children as a memorial fund nears £100,000.

International Business Times UK

Pa O'Dwyer's Final Words Two Days Before 'Shock' Death: Tributes Flood in for 'Limerick Lion' Strongman

Tributes pour in worldwide for Pa O'Dwyer, the legendary Irish strongman and 'Limerick Lion' who passed away at 40. Five-time Ireland's Strongest Man champion remembered.

International Business Times UK

Ireland's Micheál Martin will visit China in the first trip by an Irish leader in 14 years

Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin visits China starting Sunday, marking the first visit by an Irish leader in 14 years

The Independent UK

‘Just an unbelievable amount of pollution’: how big a threat is AI to the climate?

Defenders say AI can do good to fight the climate crisis. But spiralling energy and water costs leave experts worried

The Guardian - UK

Whole island of Ireland under weather warning as wintry conditions sweep in

Snow and ice is forecast throughout the weekend.

Evening Standard

Irish basket weaver takes craft to Glastonbury and beyond

Tom Delaney, who runs Ould Crafty from a small home in Mayo, says he feels a ‘responsibility’ to keep the ancient tradition alive.

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Evening Standard

Intrepid sea swimmers across island of Ireland start 2026 with chilly dip

Scores of events took place across the island, including some which raised money for charity.

Golf Monthly

When You're World No.1 And Haven't Won A Major, People Are Going To Ask Questions

Leading golf analyst Sophie Walker on a memorable 2025 and looking ahead to a bumper Major calendar

The Independent UK

Largest clustered village in all of prehistoric Britain and Ireland unearthed

Site shows signs of continuous use and monumental construction, researchers say

The Conversation

How Celtic languages spread across Britain and Ireland: why we need to reconsider the early story

The Celtic languages spoken today – namely Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Manx, Welsh, Cornish and Breton – all descend from Celtic languages once spoken across Britain and Ireland in antiquity. While the modern languages are well documented from the early middle ages onwards, what came before is far more mysterious.

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Scotland, Sardinia, Spain: These small towns will pay you to move there in 2026

Here’s how you can find support for moving to Europe - and maybe even get paid.

The Independent UK

UK turned down Ireland’s request for Sellafield threat intel

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The Independent UK

Tony Blair refused to share intelligence with Ireland over Sellafield threat, archives show

Newly declassified files reveal details on the aftermath of the 2004 Madrid train bombing

The Independent UK

Trimble warned that review of Assembly must include decommissioning

The 1998 Good Friday Agreement largely ended decades of violence in Northern Ireland.

Evening Standard

Concern about ‘superiority’ of royal yacht visiting Ireland in 1996

The visit was later cancelled due to security concerns.

Evening Standard

Bruton contacted Major about Sellafield concerns as legal action was explored

Then-taoiseach John Bruton raised the issue with British prime minister John Major after several safety incidents over a short period in the 1990s.

Evening Standard

In Pictures: Change at the top for Ireland with new president and Taoiseach

Catherine Connolly is settling into life at Aras an Uachtarain after a long tenure by predecessor Michael D Higgins.

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