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# Early birds

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The first cup: 10 early risers share their favourite places to grab a sunrise coffee in Dublin

In town and looking for an early fix of caffeine or breakfast? Here are some starting points.

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Jun 12th 2019, 5:22 PM

Voting's all done and dusted - if you live on one of these 12 islands

Islanders cast their votes a day before people on the mainland.

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Feb 25th 2016, 11:15 PM

Hoops sign Chambers and McGuinness in double swoop

Shamrock Rovers have announced two major signings for the coming season.

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Nov 11th 2012, 3:10 PM

Early risers are healther - and happier - than night owls

A Canadian study finds that people who prefer to socialise at night tend to suffer from a kind of ‘social jet lag’.

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Jun 13th 2012, 8:38 AM