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# Around The World

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# Your Say
Poll: Have you planned an autumn holiday abroad?
Have you planned a trip over the next few months?
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Aug 30th 2021, 9:27 AM
# Around The World
Ireland captain helps Arsenal go top, 'keeper the star in Reading win and Donegal ace on target in Germany
There were plenty of Irish internationals in action in the Women’s Super League and further afield this weekend.
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Oct 5th 2020, 11:30 AM
# Around The World
Between two clubs: Setting the Goldrick standard in South Dublin and Melbourne
Sinéad Goldrick on all things Foxrock-Cabinteely, Dublin and Melbourne FC, their similar cultures and her rollercoaster experience over the past few months.
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Jul 26th 2020, 6:30 AM
# Around The World
Bundesliga could 'go under' unless campaign resumes, as Argentine season declared over
Elsewhere, the Belgian league again delayed a vote on ending its season.
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Apr 27th 2020, 10:21 PM
# Coronavirus
Covid-19 around the world: Over 1,000 deaths in Italy, Brazil's Bolsonaro tested for disease
President Bolsonaro’s communications director has tested positive for Covid-19.
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Mar 12th 2020, 9:18 PM
# Around The World
'As hard as it is, you just embrace it' - A Kerryman's solo cycle home from New Zealand
Tomás Mac an t-Saoir has already conquered Africa and America. His attention now turns to the rest of the world.
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Jan 19th 2020, 7:30 AM
# Around The World
'Just a whirlwind' - Sealing AFLW deal in Oz to booking All-Ireland final spot in a week
Fermanagh captain Joanne Doonan becomes the 15th Irish player confirmed for the 2020 season Down Under, after signing for Carlton Blues.
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Sep 2nd 2019, 7:43 AM
# around the world and back
'Sport is sport and the best and worst thing about it is it's always going to be there'
Dublin star Aisling Maher is back at it after living the Central American Dream last summer.
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Jun 15th 2019, 10:00 AM
# improve going forward
'We are going to be fighting for every title around the world' - David Luiz backs Chelsea to challenge
The Blues secured a top-three finish and Europa League glory last season and the defender is looking to build on those foundations.
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Jun 13th 2019, 11:46 AM
# Around The World
From soccer Stateside to rugby for Ireland, Sligo's globetrotting captain gunning for national glory
37-year-old Jacqui Mulligan has had a colourful sporting career.
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May 2nd 2019, 3:18 PM
# national geographic
These spectacular photos are up for the National Geographic Travel Photo of the Year
The contest carries a $7,500 first prize.
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Apr 28th 2019, 9:30 PM
# Around The World
These amazing photos are up for the National Geographic Travel Photo Contest
The contest carries a $7,500 first prize.
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Apr 7th 2019, 9:01 PM
# we go again
Party in the USA! Dubliner McFaul completes latest move in colourful career
Shane McFaul has signed for FC Arizona.
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Dec 14th 2018, 5:27 PM
# Around The World
Cork defender seals next move in colourful career to make it an ex-LOI trio at new US club
Colin Falvey has signed for Chattanooga Red Wolves SC.
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Nov 12th 2018, 5:21 PM
# Around The World
Vienna topples Melbourne in 'most liveable city' ranking
It is the first time a European metropolis has topped the annual chart compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit.
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Aug 14th 2018, 7:12 AM
# It's a Lotto Money
Galway syndicate plans to travel the world 'first class' after winning €8.5 million Lotto jackpot
The group says it has only shared the news with immediate family.
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May 22nd 2018, 7:28 PM
# Around The World
Check out these stunning images from Nat Geo's travel photography contest
One grand prize winner will receive €8,400.
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May 12th 2018, 6:30 PM
# Charity
55-year-old Irishman to become oldest person to travel around the world on a bike
Dermot Higgins set off on his 31,000km journey last June. He’s set to return to Dublin on 1 April.
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Mar 11th 2018, 7:00 AM
# ultimate challenge
Dublin man attempting to sail around the world alone with no modern technology
Gregor McGuckin will take part in the Golden Globe Race in July.
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Feb 4th 2018, 9:30 AM
# Around The World
Henshaw, Connellan, Sheehan: how three friends from a little Irish town made sports careers around the world
From Leinster to Luton and St Kilda, Coosan’s finest have come a long way from kickabouts in the back garden.
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Oct 14th 2017, 8:00 AM
# Phileas Fogg
Scottish man cycles around world in 79 days, setting new world record
Mark Beaumont smashed the previous record of 123 days.
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Sep 18th 2017, 10:57 PM
# ladies football
All-Ireland semi-finals and finals to be streamed live and worldwide on Facebook
TG4 and the LGFA will stream a total of seven championship fixtures on Facebook Live for the first time.
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Aug 22nd 2017, 5:26 PM
# Around The World
Take a look at more of the amazing photos competing for National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year
The 2017 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year contest is accepting entries.
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May 12th 2017, 9:30 PM
# meet dessie
This story of a 90-year-old Dublin grandad cooking a fry for his granddaughter has gone global on Reddit
The annual birthday fry.
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Mar 27th 2017, 10:39 AM
# Around The World
This solar-powered plane is nearing the end of a historic trip
The plane will soon become the first solar-powered airplane to circle the globe without using fuel.
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Jul 25th 2016, 5:07 PM
# walk the dog
Mastering the Coke and Fanta yoyos was one of Irish childhood's key skills
Around the world.
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Jul 3rd 2016, 3:48 PM
# Around The World
Irish TV is going global after a deal with one of the world's biggest companies
The station, aimed at the Irish diaspora, will be accessible worldwide through smart TVs and devices.
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Apr 22nd 2016, 7:20 AM
# Death Penalty
50% more people were executed last year than in 2014
Amnesty International has said that 1,634 people were executed in 25 countries last year.
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Apr 6th 2016, 9:49 AM
# Panama Papers
The Panama Papers have already caused massive political disturbance
The leaked documents from Panamanian law firm Mossack Fonseca have sent shock waves around the world.
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Apr 4th 2016, 2:24 PM
# coping international
The Irish organisation that made gains for the children of priests in 2015
Coping International has received commitments from the Catholic hierarchy around the world over the past year.
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Jan 2nd 2016, 10:30 PM
# mine's a schooner
Here's what alcohol preferences look like around the world
They’re fond of a cold brew in the US, but spirits dominate in Asia.
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Dec 21st 2015, 5:00 PM
# Around The World
Connacht set off on Russian expedition without internationals Henshaw and White
Pat Lam’s men begin their 12,000km round journey this evening.
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Nov 10th 2015, 1:04 PM
# get out there
Here are 14 amazing places around the world to go camping this autumn
Pack your bag.
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Oct 18th 2015, 6:03 PM
# coping international
An Irish group has made the Catholic Church acknowledge Filipino children fathered by priests
The group has already reached a similar agreement with the Catholic church in Ireland.
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Aug 31st 2015, 6:10 AM
# Around The World
From Beijing to the USA and potentially back with the Dubs footballers in 2015
Paul Mannion may return to Jim Gavin’s squad.
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Jun 17th 2015, 12:05 AM
# YOLO
Bit of an animal? 25 places to go partying before you die
How many of these can you tick off your list?
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May 3rd 2015, 5:45 PM
# good dryday
Here are the other countries where it's hard to buy alcohol today
While these countries take measures on Good Friday – they’re not quite as restrictive as here.
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Apr 3rd 2015, 6:45 AM
# Around The World
How many of the 10 most popular travel destinations have you been to?
Make a list.
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Mar 29th 2015, 4:00 PM
# miles and miles
Three Irish lads are driving from Nenagh to Beijing for their friend's wedding
They’re doing it all for charity, because they’re great sports.
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Mar 28th 2015, 3:08 PM
# Solar Impulse
Solar-powered plane takes off on historic flight around the world
The Solar Impulse 2 is expected to take 25 days to fly the mammoth journey.
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Mar 9th 2015, 10:07 AM
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