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JK Rowling and Daniel Radcliffe lead tributes to Harry Potter star Michael Gambon

The Dublin-born star found a legion of new fans in recent years after starring in six of the eight Harry Potter films.

The Independent UK

Irish president suggests climate changes ‘not as simple’ as giving up meat

Michael D Higgins also criticised ‘cheap food policy’ and encourage consumers to support people who produce sustainable foods.

The Independent UK

Sinead O’Connor honoured in ‘moving’ Bray funeral as fans line streets to pay tribute

Singer was laid to rest in Irish town where she lived for 15 years

The Independent UK

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‘She blazed a trail’: thousands gather for funeral of Sinéad O’Connor in Ireland

Crowds pack seafront in Bray, County Wicklow, to bid farewell to singer and celebrate her life

The Guardian - UK

Sinead O’Connor hailed among Ireland’s ‘most gifted’ artists after death aged 56

The Grammy-winning singer was propelled to international stardom in 1990 with her version of the hit ballad Nothing Compares 2 U.

The Independent UK

Ireland star Marissa Sheva couldn't believe she was shaking hands with Irish president

A presidential encounter last Thursday night thrilled Ireland's US-born stars

Irish Mirror

Ireland women's team jet off to Australia to compete at Women's World Cup

The squad received a sensational send-off and the entire nation is backing the Girls in Green

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Health update as President Michael D Higgins to undergo surgery to reduce back pain

The president will carry out a reduced number of public engagements this summer as a result

Irish Mirror

New World Cup song released cheering on the Girls in Green as they travel Down Under

Vera Pauw's side jet off to Australia this weekend and a new World Cup song has been released cheering on the Girls in Green.

Irish Mirror

Odds against Ryan Tubridy making RTE radio return amid payments scandal

Before the payments scandal broke, Boylesports had Ryan Tubridy as 8/1 to succeed Michael D Higgins in Áras an Uachtaráin in three years time, however this has now jumped to 33/1

Irish Mirror

Ferghal Blaney - David McSavage too savage for our sensitive politicians

Our Man in the Mirror with the craic from down in the Dail

Irish Mirror

Tanaiste criticises protesters removed by gardai from security forum

The aim of the Consultative Forum on International Security Policy is to build public understanding and generate discussion.

The Independent UK

What is the Government's Consultative Forum on International Security Policy?

There has been a lot of talk in recent weeks about the Government's decision to hold a Consultative Forum on International Security Policy

Irish Mirror

Cost of holding forum on international security and neutrality could add up to €200,000

In response to queries from The Irish Mirror, the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform confirmed that it had sanctioned payment of €650 per day for Prof Richardson. This will be capped at 35 days, meaning that she could earn up to €22,750

Irish Mirror

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Ireland ‘playing with fire’ for opening debate on military neutrality, says president

Michael D Higgins says government risks burying country in other people’s agendas amid ‘drift’ towards Nato

Irish Mirror

President Michael D Higgins apologises to Professor Louise Richardson over 'throwaway remark'

During an interview with the Business Post newspaper, President Higgins expressed reservations about the Government’s Consultative Forum on International Security Policy, which will start in Cork later this week.

Dublin Live

President Michael D Higgins voted 'ultimate paternal figure of the nation' ahead of Father's Day

A poll revealed Bono and Ryan Tubridy as the second and third most fatherly figures in Ireland

Dublin Live

Ryan Tubridy pays emotional tribute to 'dear friend' Christy Dignam on radio show

Finglas native Christy passed away aged 63 yesterday after a courageous ten year battle with cancer

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Dublin Live

Christy Dignam RIP: Aslan and President Higgins lead tributes as legendary singer dies

The Aslan frontman died earlier today following a decade long rare blood disease

Dublin Live

Ryan Tubridy tipped for the Aras after leaving Late Late Show

The RTE star has been backed by bookies to succeed President Michael D. Higgins when the election comes around in 2025

Irish Mirror

Ryan Tubridy backed for the Aras following Late Late Show departure

Bookmakers have seen a flurry of bets on the RTE star to take over from Michael D Higgins

Irish Mirror

Irishwoman whose weather report of 'storm' led to key delay of D-Day in WWII turns 100

One of her duties from Europe’s most westerly weather station included making hourly reports from the lighthouse - which were being sent to London.

Irish Mirror

'There's an incredible cloud over Cork today.' - Larry Tompkins on Teddy McCarthy passing

Two others, his fellow countyman Sean Og O hAilpin and Galway’s Alan Kerins, went close to emulating him in 1999 and 2001 respectively, but there is no chance of his unique status being challenged at any stage in the future given that the dual player has now essentially been phased…

Dublin Live

Emotional viewers bid farewell to Ryan Tubridy after final Late Late Show episode

The show had multiple highlights, from a thought-provoking interview with President Higgins to U2 giving the host a red Vespa as a gift and PJ Gallagher driving into the studio with it

Dublin Live

RTE star Ryan Tubridy dedicates final Late Late show to family

RTE bosses promised there would be special, surprise guests which left fans guessing whether Bono would make a surprise appearance or maybe Tubridy’s dream guest Paul McCartney

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