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PUP Leader Ervine Dies
The death of David Ervine, one of the few politicians who could articulate the concerns of working
class Loyalists, has caused widespread shock in his community.
Nurses
win battle for ‘experience' pay rise
Following the obligatory excess of the festive season most of
us find that in January our bank balance has suffered a deadly
financial blow.But three Irish nurses living in Britain this
week received news that would make the sun shine on even the
dullest of days.
Party
Members Question Kenny Leadership
Enda Kenny has moved to quell a mini-revolt against his leadership
of Fine Gael, but supporters fear irreparable damage may have
been done to the party's general election prospects later
this year.
Slowdown
in housing market
House price rises in Ireland stalled in the last three months
of the year as six interest rates hikes squeezed buyers out
of the market.
Irishman
Admits Bank Robbery
An Irishman pleaded guilty in federal court last week to robbing
$11,000 from a Bank of America outlet and possessing a firearm
in Bangor, Maine last October.
Lucky
to be alive!
A Dublin family say they are lucky to be alive after they were
struck down with carbon monoxide poisoning at a British hotel.
Scholarship
available to women after 100-year wait
After a wait of more than a century women are finally to benefit
from a will left by a wealthy Irishman who made his fortune
in Canada.
SF's
Maskey Says DUP Must Move
On Saturday Sinn Fein's ruling body will meet in Dublin
to decide if they should reconsider their plan to hold a special
Ard Fheis (convention) on policing in the North at the end of
the month.
New
mission for historic convent
For more than 175 years it's been a hidden architectural
gem. Now following a major refurbishment the splendours of Birmingham's
St. Mary's Convent and its rich Irish heritage are finally
being showcased. Brendan Farrel pays a visit.
Ireland
is the place to visit says new survey
Ireland is one of the hotspots to visit in 2007 - with
Galway being voted one of the world's sexiest cities.
Ryanair
blasted over Christmas bags cost
Airline passengers were stung for massive baggage charges over
Christmas as Ryanair forced some travellers to pay up to five
times the cost of their flight for extra baggage weight.
Heartthrob
Culchies Compete for Crown
Come to Yonkers this Saturday, January 13, when six culchies
from all over Ireland, who have been living in New York for
some time, will battle it out to take home the coveted title
"Culchie of the Year" in an effort to raise money
for the Irish Lobby for Immigration Reform (ILIR).
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Arise
Sir Bono?
As we shake off the final hangover of 2006 and kick off 2007
anew we are left with the resounding debate which was the centre
of most New Year's Eve conversations in Dublin bars: Should
Bono accept a Knighthood from the Queen of England?
Hollywood
star gives Belfast a world boost
Hollywood heartthrob Vince Vaughn may be responsible for showcasing
to the world the new face of Belfast.
More
Nods for Cillian
Cillian Murphy's career is going from strength to strength
- the Cork-born actor has just notched his first BAFTA
nomination for its Rising Star category. The BAFTAs, Britain's
equivalent of Oscar, will be distributed on February 11.
The
search is on for the next Irish comic
Could you be the next Father Ted? Well if you think so then
this year's Manchester Irish Festival is looking for you.
Geldof
Keen on Brown
Bob Geldof is one person who won't be sorry to see British
Prime Minister Tony Blair go. Not that he thinks Blair has done
anything wrong, but Geldof is looking forward to the ascension
of the PM's heir apparent, Chancellor Gordon Brown.
McCauley's
merry melodies
Without him Daniel O'Donnell might not be the international
star he is today. He's also written hits for Big Tom and Larry
Cunningham and at one time was a favourite at London's legendary
Galtymore. Henry Wymbs meets Johnny McCauley.
Clarke
Fling Ends
The rebound romance golf widower Darren Clarke entered into
with an old family friend just weeks after his wife Heather's
death from cancer last summer is over before it ever really
got going.
Latest Entertainment
news
Keane
Persistence Nabs Stokes
Roy Keane's powers of persuasion have won the day - Anthony
Stokes, the hottest property in Irish football, is now a Sunderland
player.
Who's
going where?
The transfer window is now open and some of Ireland's
hottest properties have been linked with moves away from their
current clubs. Here Graham Clifford looks at what has happened
so far in the January sales.
On
track for glory
Mayo man David O'Loughlin is hoping to make history by
becoming the first Irishman ever to qualify for the World Track
Cycling Championships in March.
Munster
Loses, Foley Returns
Munster lost their Magners League clash away to the Newport
Gwent Dragons by 19-12 on Friday night, but their fans were
left to celebrate the return of Heineken Cup winning captain
Anthony Foley after three months out with a shoulder injury.
Players
deserve a bigger share of GAA revenues
Kerry County Board Chairman Sean Walsh has called for players
and County Boards to be given a greater share of GAA revenues.
Champion
Hurdle showdown for Jazz Messenger
While most people spent the Christmas and New Year period with
nothing more taxing their minds than how to dispose of their
Christmas tree in the neighbour's skip serious racing
fans spent the festive period looking for Cheltenham Festival
clues amid the deluge of racing.
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Peak
viewing time
Malcolm Rogers looks at a few peaks you can scale to help you
get back to fitness in 2007.
City
break in Salzburg
Don't ask citizens of Salzburg to show you the way to
the Do-re-mi Bridge. It's the Mozart Bridge and Salzburgers
don't like it being re-named, even though it neatly brings
together the Austrian city's two musical experiences -
The Sound of Music and Wolfgang Amadeus.
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A
Voice for the Voiceless
David Ervine was the most articulate voice of Protestant Ulster
that I ever met. Though he never won elections in the style
of Ian Paisley, or lacked the anti-Catholic venom necessary
for broad support, he nonetheless articulated a vision for his
country that was truly unique.
Sinn
Fein and the Police
This weekend here we were contemplating the unthinkable. For
a few days it began to seem that at the very last step on the
path to re-establishing a power-sharing administration in the
North, the whole thing was about to come grinding to a halt.
The
Battle for America
The recent release of diplomatic papers under the 30-year release
rule by the Irish government reveals some interesting tales
from the Irish Consulate in New York, including one where Irish
Northern Aid was compared to the Ku Klux Klan.
Spitzer
and the Irish Independent
For better or worse, for the 12 years George Pataki was governor,
there was no shortage of Irish names within his administration.
Pataki himself often boasted of his Irish roots, even though
they were not reflected in his name.
Ready
for the Next 12 Rounds
Even before I wrote that ballad a number of years ago, when
poor Mairtin was knocked out by a heart attack long before his
time, I always regarded incoming New Years as being akin to
keen boxers with a hell of a punch in both hands coming shuffling
out of their corners to take you on over 12 rounds, with every
intention of putting you to sleep as fast as possible.
The
Business 100
The Business 100 is a celebration of Irish-American corporate success,
and this year is no exception. The executives profiled in the following
pages represent some of the most powerful corporations in the world.
Irish
Roots: Quinn
Liam Moriarty looks at the proud history of the mighty Quinns
Celtic
Songbirds
Here's a moderately interesting question: Do women lean towards
male singers, and men towards women singers? Based on a sample poll
of myself and my partner, the answer is a resounding yes, Van Morrison
being the exception to the rule. Hence this month's column, "Celtic
Songbirds," a glance at some of the best chanteuses out there.
On
the Waterfront
Turlough McConnell looks at the planned development of Titanic Quarter
in Belfast, a 185-acre project that will become Europe's largest
urban development.
Nearly
Lost, but Not Forgotten
By some miracle a monument to Irish immigrants survives Katrina.
Discovering
the Real Annie Moore
As she set foot on the gangplank at Ellis Island on January 1, 1892,
fifteen-year-old Annie Moore was unaware that her step onto American
soil would secure her a place in history.
Ireland
East & Dublin
Ancient Sites & City Lights: Thanks to a booming economy and
the infusion of millions from multi-national companies, Ireland
East and Dublin is one of the most rapidly expanding areas in Europe
today.
The
Continuing Education of John Duddy
On September 29, John Duddy, the most exciting Irish boxer in America,
went to war and won against "Yori Boy" Campas in one of
the fights of the year. Thomas Hauser analyzes how the win might
affect the Derryman's career.
Irish
Eye on Hollywood
Waiting
for Permanent
"I MARRIED my American citizen wife in the summer of 2004,
and received my green card not long afterwards. In the early
fall we submitted paperwork to make my green card permanent,
and at that time we were assured that the matter would be cleared
up within weeks. But we still haven't heard anything and
we are getting worried that something could be wrong with our
application. What should we do? I have plans for foreign travel
this year, and the situation is worrying."
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Live
like a local, a lord or lady and a king or Queen all rolled up in
this 8-day vacation. This package is truly a treasure.
Enjoy the romance of Ireland's charming countryside while experiencing
the luxury of 4-5 star accomodations.
Create
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of 4 Luxury Five Star Castles. Adare, Dromoland, Ashford...
Travel
the gems of Ireland from one coastline to the next with picturesque
views, which will last a lifetime.
From
Dublin visit, Galway, The Cliffs of Moher, The Ring of Kerry, Kinsale,
Kilkenny, through Waterford and depart at Dublin.
4
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Enjoy
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