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A large Russian drone and missile attack has targeted the city of Kharkiv in Ukraine, resulting in at least three deaths and 21 injuries, according to local Ukrainian officials.This latest barrage from Moscow, part of near-daily widespread attacks, included deadly aerial glide bombs, which have become a prominent feature of the intense Russian offensive during the three-year war.Kharkiv’s mayor, Ihor Terekhov, reported that the attack also damaged 18 apartment buildings and 13 private homes. Preliminary data indicates that Russia deployed 48 Shahed drones, two missiles, and four aerial glide bombs in the assault. A woman reacts as she looks at…

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About this time two years ago, I was asked to review episode one of season two of And Just Like That… I was a Sex and the City fan, I loved the smart dialogue, the fabulous friendships, the fashion, the romance, the glamour of it all. But I hated that first episode. I ended the review by writing: “‘Life’s too short not to try something new,’” coos Carrie over her poached fecking egg. It’s also too short to watch this ever again.” And yet, I couldn’t stop myself tuning in for the first episode of season three. What can I…

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Many Irish people pride themselves on the fact that Ireland is practically a “gun-free” nation. When looking at the atrocities committed so regularly in the US by mass shooters, we comfort ourselves that something of that nature could never happen here. The events at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow town last Sunday night have perhaps shaken that belief somewhat. The self-inflicted death of 22-year-old Evan Fitzgerald, who was already on bail and facing charges for the illegal possession of various firearms, while in possession of a shotgun gives rise to many questions. How the young man came to the attention…

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SELLING Wicklow’s vastly upgraded Coningbeg Cottage as a rustic yet accessible lifestyle home, auctioneer Anna Thornton enthuses about the peaceful setting and the sweetest of seasonal birdsong.Glass actMight she mean the sound of The Fynches? They’re an Irish band with deep family roots, and who are finessing their first album to be released in November in this musical home’s adjacent recording studio, and in West Cork where they regularly both gig and record.Fynches front man Ferdia Walsh-Peelo and crew recorded much of their debut album (launching November 2025) at  Coningbeg Cottage’s studios The talented band — fronted by singer/actor Ferdia Walsh-Peelo,…

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Rory McIlroy Faces Challenges After Missing Canadian Open Cut By clicking on ‘Sign Up’ you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser. Sign Up You have accepted push notifications for this content. If you would like to manage your push notification preferences, you can do so here. Ireland’s Top 10 Hidden Gems Ten of the best golf courses in Ireland that too few people know about.Read Here © Examiner Echo Group Limited, Linn Dubh, Assumption Road, Blackpool, Cork. Registered in Ireland: 523712. **Changes Made:** * **Meta Description and OG/Twitter Descriptions:** Significantly…

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A call to arms – or rather, a call to microphones! All former presenters, management, and staff who navigated the airwaves of the northwest are invited to a special reunion. The reunion event is scheduled for tomorrow night at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana, starting promptly at 7:45pm. Prepare for a wave of nostalgia as former radio personalities revisit their broadcasting days. Calling all veterans from NWCR, Radio North, DCR, North Atlantic Radio, KTOK, Radio Nova, Riverside 101, and the legendary WABC! Come together to share stories from the golden age of pirate radio – when these renegade stations…

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A local councillor reports that irresponsible camper van owners are dumping human waste in scenic areas of West Cork. Bantry-based Independent Ireland councillor Danny Collins raised the issue at a recent meeting of Cork County Council’s West Cork municipal district. Mr. Collins stated that more facilities and stricter rules are needed to manage the rising number of camper vans visiting West Cork during the summer. Mr. Collins said: “90% of them are well-behaved and give a great economic boost to the area, but there are issues. In Adrigole, for example, there are a number of camper vans pulling up there…

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