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Maitiu Mág Tighearnán has identified himself as the man who intervened during a stabbing incident in Belfast, using a hurley stick to confront the attacker. The suspect, who has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, reportedly entered Northern Ireland seeking asylum earlier this year. The victim remains in serious condition in hospital.
Dublin’s roads are disrupted by fuel protests, with major blockades affecting the M50 and causing petrol shortages at over 100 stations. Concerns rise over critical supplies and hospital appointments. The protests, sparked by soaring fuel prices, continue to escalate.
Ireland’s junior agriculture minister Timmy Dooley has characterised the outlook for farmers as “stark” due to rising fuel and fertiliser costs. Ahead of an EU meeting, he urged flexibility on climate rules and highlighted the need for an exemption for fertilisers from the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
Services sector records strong November growth The service sector saw strong growth during the month…
Romanians are casting ballots in a parliamentary election on Sunday sandwiched between a turbulent two-round presidential race. The first round of the presidential contest plunged the European Union and Nato member country into unprecedented turmoil following allegations of electoral violations and Russian interference.
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