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Who Is Patrick Fitzgerald?
He’s delivering an indictment a day to shady Chicago politicians. He’s jailing
journalists as he closes in on President Bush’s top aides, trying to figure
out which one leaked the name of a CIA agent whose husband criticized Bush’s
invasion of Iraq. more... |
(Irish America) October/November
2005
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John Roberts’ Irish Wife
It was a long, hot summer for Jane Sullivan. Sullivan, the wife of President
Bush’s Supreme Court nominee John Roberts, was thrust into the headlines
because of her devout Catholic faith. It was a faith nurtured in a New York
Irish enclave. more... |
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October/November 2005
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Irish Eye
on Hollywood
Having conquered the world of music and shed light on global poverty, U2
lead singer Bono is now eyeing Hollywood. Presumably this is the charismatic
crooner’s way to kill time until he is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Soldier
Ride
It’s a long way from California to New York, especially on a bicycle, but
what makes this 4200 mile ride even more remarkable is that it was undertaken
by two soldiers both of whom lost limbs in Iraq.
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October/November 2005
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Rockaway Irish Honour Injured
Veterans
Irish-American families in Rockaway, New York, played host to injured soldiers
recently with a parade and street party organized by the community.
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(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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The First U.S. Immigrant Gateway
When many Americans think of their ancestors at long last arriving in New
York Harbour and catching their first glimpse of the Statue of Liberty they
assume that their predecessors then headed straight to Ellis Island to be
processed. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Irish Citizenship: Are You Eligible?
Irish-Americans are fiercely proud of their Irish heritage, as is evident
in the number of Americans who apply for Irish citizenship and passports.
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(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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In Memoriam: Mo Mowlam, Unique
and Respected British Politician
Mo Mowlam, the former Secretary of State of Northern Ireland, lost her long
battle with a brain tumour in late August. She was 55. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Casey
Sheehan’s Irish Links
Casey Sheehan, the American Soldier whose mother is holding an anti-war
vigil outside President Bush’s Texas home, was planning to tour Limerick
and Cork when he returned from Iraq. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Bad Boy
Billy Bob
Johnny Depp isn’t the only Hollywood star who is interested in his Irish
lineage. Bad boy Billy Bob Thornton has been looking into tracing his ancestry
as well. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Johnny Depp’s Irish Roots
Johnny Depp recently spoke to the Irish Independent promoting his remake
of the popular film, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. In the interview
he spoke enthusiastically about his love for Ireland and the Irish culture.
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(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Goodbye James Bond
Since 1995, Irish actor Pierce Brosnan has been James Bond. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Matt Dillon in Galway
Hollywood actor Matt Dillon was recently in Galway for the Arts Festival.
He brought a film he is extremely proud of, City of Ghosts. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Geraldine Fitzgerald
Geraldine Fitzgerald, the beautiful and talented screen and stage actress,
died from complications of Alzheimer’s disease on July 17, 2005 at her Upper
East Side home in New York. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Irish
Festivals of Summer
As the summer came to an end, once again, Irish-Americans took advantage
of the muggy days and sultry nights to hold festivals celebrating their
Irish culture. more... |
(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Golden
Summer for Celtic Woman
Celtic Woman’s eponymously titled album went gold on this side of the Atlantic
in early August. more... |
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October/November 2005
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Irish-Americans Make
Their Mark in Hit HBO Series
There has never been a shortage of Irish-Americans in the forever changing
rotation of the actors, directors, writers and producers who make up Hollywood.
Why, they have always been one of the most talented groups of people in
the history of the film industry, whether on the big screen or television!
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(Irish America)
October/November 2005
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Quote
Unquote
“There is a time to resist, to stand up and to confront the enemy by arms
if necessary. In other words, there is a time for war. There is also a time
to engage, to reach out, to put the war behind us all.” more... |
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October/November 2005
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