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Labour MPs demand action on Sudan crisis

Senior Labour politicians Stephen Doughty and Anneliese Dodds challenge government over delayed response to escalating violence in Sudan, calling for urgent UN Security Council intervention.

Mary McGee, contraception rights pioneer, dies

Tributes pour in for Mary McGee, the courageous Irish woman whose landmark 1973 Supreme Court case paved the way for legalising contraception in Ireland, ending decades of restrictive laws.

Irish President Higgins won't seek third term

In a landmark announcement, President Michael D. Higgins reveals he will not pursue re-election, marking the end of an era in Irish politics and setting the stage for a significant leadership transition.

Connolly's Galway landslide shakes Irish politics

Independent candidate Catherine Connolly delivers stunning electoral upset in Galway West, securing massive personal mandate while failing to shift Ireland's broader political landscape.

Left-Wing Candidate Emerges for Irish Presidency

A prominent left-wing figure has thrown their hat into the ring for Ireland's presidential election, setting the stage for a potential political transformation as President Michael D. Higgins approaches the end of his term.

McGregor Eyes Irish Presidential Bid in Political Shakeup

UFC superstar Conor McGregor is seriously considering a run for Irish presidency, sending shockwaves through Ireland's political establishment as polls show significant public support for the controversial fighter.

Ireland's migrant crisis sparks nationwide unrest

Ireland stands divided as mounting resentment over the asylum seeker crisis erupts into violent protests following a child sex assault investigation near a migrant accommodation centre in Dublin.

Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin

Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.

Chinese lobbying on Chagos Islands exposed in Parliament

Labour MP Stephen Doughty exposes concerning Chinese lobbying efforts targeting UK politicians regarding the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, raising serious questions about foreign interference in British politics.

Martin Mansergh: Architect of Irish Peace Dies at 76

Discover the remarkable legacy of Martin Mansergh, the key architect behind the Northern Ireland peace process whose quiet diplomacy and intellectual rigour helped transform Anglo-Irish relations.

Albanese Faces Diplomatic Firestorm Over Trump Return

Australian PM Anthony Albanese confronts his toughest diplomatic challenge yet as Donald Trump's potential return to the White House threatens to derail AUKUS and climate commitments. Expert analysis reveals the high-stakes balancing act facing Canberra.

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