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Michael Healy-Rae says he 'will not be deterred from continuing my work' after Dublin assault

The Independent TD has called for “a serious conversation about the growing toxicity directed towards politicians and public representatives”.

Palestine

Classic Hits Radio to remove Ed Sheeran music 'for foreseeable future' amid Macklemore row

Scotland

Catherine Connolly says private meeting with King Charles was 'very interesting'

not so heated rivalry

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