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too hot
Last summer was the hottest in the northern hemisphere in 2,000 years - yes, 2,000 - study says
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Blinken says Russia 'must pay' for Ukraine destruction as he makes unannounced visit
Genocide Convention
Death toll in Gaza passes 35,000 as ICJ schedules new hearings in genocide case
Roughly 450,000 people have now been displaced in Rafah since the beginning of last week.
Discrimination
Almost a third of LGBT+ community in Ireland avoid certain areas for fear of being assaulted
Monday
13 May 2024
Belfast High Court
Court rules that UK law on sending asylum seekers to Rwanda should be disapplied in Northern Ireland
Inflatable stand up paddle board
Adjustable length universal paddle | Optimal width for great stability | Includes: pump, rucksack, approx. 10L dry bag, leash, repair set, US fin, padded kayak seat and footrest
€249.99
Cool bag
Keeps beverages or foods nice and cool for up to six hours.
€9.99
Air lounge
Quick and easy to inflate – no pump required | Durable, flexible, water-repellent and tear-proof | Includes a practical carrying bag
€17.99
Air lounge
Quick and easy to inflate – no pump required | Durable, flexible, water-repellent and tear-proof | Includes a practical carrying bag
€17.99
Pop-up beach shelter
Unpack and throw – unfolds by itself | 2 interior pockets | UVPF 60 sun protection
€17.99
Seahorse paddling pool
Water sprayer, slide, soft landing pad and stingray shaped sun shade | Ring toss, 3 sea creature figures and a transport container | Includes 2 repair patches
€34.99
Seahorse paddling pool
Water sprayer, slide, soft landing pad and stingray shaped sun shade | Ring toss, 3 sea creature figures and a transport container | Includes 2 repair patches
€34.99
Swimming goggles
In sizes: S/M – L/XL | With anti-fog coating for unimpeded vision | 100% UVA and UVB protection
€2.99
Metal frame pool
Made from heavy duty, tear-proof Tri-Tech material | Drain valve for easy emptying | Includes filter pump (1,200L/h) and filter cartridge
€99.99
Electric air pump
Includes 3 different attachments for all standard stopper, screw and discharge valves.
€8.99
Electric air pump
Includes 3 different attachments for all standard stopper, screw and discharge valves.
€8.99
Smoby playhouse
Recommended age: 2+ years | With ringing door bell | Requires 2x AAA batteries, not included
€74.99
Sand pit
Waterproof cover keeps out rain, leaves and animals | With protective groundsheet | 4 rounded corner seats
€29.99
michael cohen
Donald Trump's former lawyer says he lied on his behalf in opening testimony to hush money trial
the morning lead
Are young people really being pushed from Ireland's shore? We asked them (and everyone else)
8% of people aged between 18-34 years old have said they are actively planning to emigrate from Ireland.
Sunday
12 May 2024
EU competences
What does the EU do? And what can it legislate and regulate?
Here are all the things that are in the EU’s exclusive remit to legislate and regulate.
War in Ukraine
Russia takes four more villages in Kharkiv as Ukrainian strike kills five people in Belgorod
As it happened
Grand Final
Switzerland have won Eurovision with Ireland's Bambie Thug finishing sixth
The 68th Eurovision Song Contest concluded in Malmö after a chaotic week.
Saturday
11 May 2024
Humanitarian Crisis
Gaza: 150,000 people have fled Rafah city as more evacuation orders issued by Israel
UN chief Antonio Guterres said that Gaza risks an “epic humanitarian disaster” if Israel launches a full-scale ground operation in Rafah.
Rio Grande do Sul
More downpours forecast in Brazil after devastating floods leave hundreds dead or missing
Taliban government
Flooding in Afghanistan leaves hundreds dead and thousands of buildings destroyed
European People's Party
Fine Gael condemns political violence after EU partners refused to sign letter denouncing far right
Friday
10 May 2024
Palestine
UN General Assembly votes overwhelmingly in favour of Palestine membership
This comes after another UN vote on Palestine’s membership last month failed due to a veto from the United States.
criminal case
'I felt ashamed': Trump hush money trial wraps third week of evidence after Stormy Daniels testifies
Ukraine
Russia launches ground offensive into Ukraine's Kharkiv region, opening new front in the war
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