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Irishwoman Among Eight Kidnapped in Haiti

Eight people, including Irishwoman Gena Heraty and a three-year-old, were kidnapped from a Haitian orphanage on Sunday; Ireland's government is working with Haitian officials to secure their release.

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Storm Floris: 124mph Winds Cause Widespread Disruption in Scotland

Storm Floris brought 124mph winds to Cairngorm, Scotland, exceeding forecasts and causing widespread travel disruption, including flight diversions, bridge closures, and rail cancellations, impacting exam deliveries on some islands.

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Storm Floris Prompts Yellow Wind Warning, Widespread Closures in Northern Ireland

Storm Floris, bringing winds up to 70mph (115km/h) to Northern Ireland's north coast, prompted a yellow wind warning from the Met Office and widespread closures of parks and facilities, beginning Monday at 06:00 BST.

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McGregor Loses Sexual Assault Appeal

Conor McGregor lost his appeal against a sexual assault verdict in Dublin's Court of Appeal; he will pay £206,000 in damages to Nikita Hand, who accused him of rape in 2018, after the court rejected arguments about police interview handling and jury instructions.

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Ireland's €112bn Infrastructure Plan: Can it Deliver?

The Republic of Ireland unveiled a €112bn National Development Plan for infrastructure investment, primarily addressing housing (€36bn) and transport (€22bn) shortfalls, fueled by a windfall from low corporation tax, despite concerns over worker shortages and past project delays.

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Hungary Bans Irish Rap Group Kneecap Over Antisemitism Claims

The Hungarian government banned Irish rap group Kneecap from the Sziget Festival and the country for three years, citing antisemitic statements and support for Hamas and Hezbollah, claiming their presence is a threat to national security.

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Nine Kidnapped from Haitian Orphanage Amidst Rising Gang Violence

Nine people, including an Irish missionary and a three-year-old, were kidnapped from a Haitian orphanage on Sunday morning by the Viv Ansam gang, highlighting the escalating gang violence in Haiti that has already claimed 3,141 lives in 2023 alone.

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Kite-Based Generator Successfully Tested in Ireland

Kitepower's 60-square-meter kite generator in Ireland produced 30 kW/hour during testing, showcasing rapid deployment and storm resilience, addressing challenges in traditional wind energy.

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McGregor Loses Rape Case Appeal, Ordered to Pay \$1.8 Million

An Irish appeals court upheld a lower court ruling ordering MMA fighter Conor McGregor to pay nearly \$1.8 million to a woman who accused him of rape in a Dublin hotel in 2018; McGregor denies the allegations.

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Lebanese Court Sentences Man to Death for Killing of Irish Peacekeeper

A Lebanese military court sentenced Mohammad Ayyad to death for the December 2022 killing of Irish peacekeeper Seán Rooney in Beirut; five others were also convicted, but Ayyad remains at large, prompting criticism from the Irish government regarding the slow pace of the proceedings and lenient sent...

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Creeslough Explosion: Families Launch Civil Lawsuits

On October 7, 2022, an explosion at a Creeslough, Ireland service station killed 10 people, prompting multiple civil lawsuits against Applegreen, Donegal County Council, and others by family members seeking answers and justice following the refusal of a state inquiry.

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Samaritans to Close Over 100 Branches

The Samaritans, a suicide prevention charity, plans to close at least half of its 200+ branches by 2033, impacting volunteer networks and service delivery; concerns exist about volunteer exodus and reduced accessibility.

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