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# washington-dc - Yesterday’s News
Trump evacuated from press conference after man shot by Secret Service outside White House
The US President later returned to address reporters after the incident yesterday evening.
# washington-dc - Thursday 12 March, 2020
Coronavirus: Trump suspends travel from most European countries - but not Ireland or UK
The Taoseach was forced to leave a gala in Washington DC this evening to be briefed by his officals.
Taoiseach thanks US House Speaker for Brexit position: 'Nancy Pelosi's words matter'
Varadkar said her standpoint during a testing time in the Brexit negotiations “was timely, invaluable, and made a huge difference”.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 11 March, 2020
Ireland's Ambassador to the US says 'cool heads and trust in science' is needed to combat coronavirus
The ambassador was addressing Irish and American businesses in Washington DC today.
Meeting between Taoiseach and US Vice President Mike Pence will be closed to the media again
This is the second time the breakfast meeting will be held behind closed doors.
# washington-dc - Tuesday 10 March, 2020
New York's St Patrick's Day parade still set to go ahead despite coronavirus concerns
The Taoiseach cancelled the New York leg of his US trip yesterday.
# washington-dc - Monday 9 March, 2020
Taoiseach cuts St Patrick's Day trip short to deal with evolving coronavirus situation and will not travel to New York
Leo Varadkar will travel to Washington DC as planned to meet President Trump.
# washington-dc - Sunday 1 March, 2020
Mary Lou is hoping to ride the crest of a wave of support all the way to the US this Patrick's Day
The party has never had much trouble in drumming up support in the States – though this year’s election result is likely to add to its publicity.
# washington-dc - Friday 20 September, 2019
One killed and five wounded in Washington DC shooting
The incident occurred just a few kilometres from the White House.
# washington-dc - Monday 18 March, 2019
New intelligence unit to assess threats to State security will be set up by the end of the year
Varadkar says Ireland is as prepared as any other country for a terror attack.
# washington-dc - Saturday 16 March, 2019
An unexpected guest and a luminous river: Leo ends St Patrick's trip not being centre of attention
Varadkar finished off the final leg of his US trip walking in the Chicago parade and taking a boat trip down the river.
Taoiseach says he wasn't nervous ahead of Pence speech: 'I wanted to express Ireland's values'
Varadkar said he and Pence have very different views on social issues, but says it’s better to engage with people rather than boycott them.
# washington-dc - Friday 15 March, 2019
Leo's meeting with Pence makes global headlines as Taoiseach avoids gaffes in Washington
The Taoiseach’s visit to Pence’s house, alongside his long-term partner, dominated coverage yesterday.
New hope for Irish workers who could get access to thousands of US visas
It is now understood that US President Donald Trump has personally spoken to Senator Cotton about his opposition to the bill.
# washington-dc - Thursday 14 March, 2019
Leo Varadkar's partner to attend breakfast meeting at house of US vice president Mike Pence
Last year, Mike Pence told the Taoiseach his partner, Matt Barrett, would be welcome in Pence’s home if he decides to attend this year.
Varadkar says in uncertain time of Brexit, 'friends' in the United States are needed 'more than ever'
All eyes were on Varadkar and his partner Matt Barrett, as they attended the Irish Funds dinner in Washington DC last night.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 13 March, 2019
Leo Varadkar says those that wanted Brexit 'have been chasing unicorns for a long time'
Varadkar said there is a “rich irony” that the UK’s tariff proposals intend to treat Northern Ireland differently to Great Britain.
# washington-dc - Tuesday 12 March, 2019
Breakfast meeting between Taoiseach and US Vice President Mike Pence will be open to the media this year
US Vice President Mike Pence was criticised for excluding the media from the traditional breakfast meeting with the Taoiseach.
Taoiseach heading to Washington DC for annual St Patrick's Day meeting with Donald Trump
Leo Varadkar will also travel to Chicago this year.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 6 March, 2019
Mary Lou to attend White House St Patrick's Day event after getting snubbed last year
Last year there was some controversy after McDonald was not invited to the White House for the traditional St Patrick’s Day reception.
# washington-dc - Friday 21 December, 2018
US visa bill for Irish graduates set to be casualty of 'mayhem and crisis' in Washington
It looks like it won’t pass the Senate in time today.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 17 October, 2018
Plane carrying Melania Trump forced to turn around after cabin fills with smoke
Trump was on her way to visit a Philadelphia hospital at the time of the incident.
# washington-dc - Monday 26 March, 2018
NBA coach calls out 'cowardice' of Donald Trump for dodging rally against gun violence
Gregg Popovich has been a long-time critic of the US President.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 14 March, 2018
Leo says Trump is right about one thing - Europe needs to stop relying on the US for its defence
Varadkar says Europe needs to start looking after its own security.
Leo Varadkar: 'I don't agree with the Catholic Church's policy towards women'
Speaking in Washington, the Taoiseach also said he didn’t think it was the State’s role to tell any religion what rules it should make.
# washington-dc - Tuesday 13 March, 2018
Taoiseach says no one will gain from a trade war between US and Europe
The Taoiseach told an audience in Washington DC that Ireland is a “global country” at the centre of a “rapidly changing world”.
# washington-dc - Saturday 3 March, 2018
White House on lockdown after shots fired
Reports suggest that a man has suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound in the region of the White House.
# washington-dc - Friday 1 December, 2017
Spice bags have found their way on to the menu at a Washington DC restaurant
Soon they’ll be pretending they don’t even know us.
# washington-dc - Monday 30 October, 2017
Trump's former campaign manager indicted while aide pleads guilty to lying on Russia links
The charges against Paul Manafort, Rick Gates and George Papadopoulos have been unsealed this afternoon.
# washington-dc - Sunday 19 March, 2017
Man arrested after White House 'bomb scare'
President Donald Trump was away in Florida at the time of the incident last night.
# washington-dc - Friday 17 March, 2017
Trump's 'new friend': What happened at the White House, when Enda came to visit...
TheJournal.ie had a ringside seat for Irish celebrations in the Trump White House.
# washington-dc - Monday 13 March, 2017
Irish roots: Mike Pence and Paul Ryan to entertain the Taoiseach during shamrock trip
The Taoiseach is on a whirlwind tour of the east coast of America for St Patrick’s Day.
# washington-dc - Friday 3 February, 2017
Former Norwegian prime minister delayed at US airport over visit to Iran in 2014
Kjell Magne Bondevik is a former two-term prime minister of US ally Norway.
# washington-dc - Saturday 21 January, 2017
How Trump and Obama's inaugurations compare in terms of performers, attendance and cost
Who went and how much did all the festivities cost?
# washington-dc - Friday 20 January, 2017
Police use tear gas in Washington DC protests during President Trump's inauguration
Demonstrators have pledged to continue protesting during Trump’s presidency.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 21 December, 2016
Tourists won't be able to go up the Washington Monument for at least two years
A new elevator will be installed in the towering landmark.
# washington-dc - Monday 5 December, 2016
Man who fired rifle inside 'pizzagate' restaurant says he was investigating fake news
The pizzeria was the subject of a bogus report that alleged it was at the centre of a child sex ring organised by Hillary Clinton.
# washington-dc - Wednesday 3 August, 2016
US police officer charged with trying to support Islamic State
He is the first US officer to face terror-related charges.
# washington-dc - Friday 3 June, 2016
This battle between a restaurant and a Yelp reviewer is the craziest thing you'll read today
There are poopy pants involved. Just a heads up.
# washington-dc - Tuesday 29 March, 2016
The US Capitol has gone on lockdown for the second day in a row
Today’s incident concerns a pair of suspicious packages being found at the Capitol visitor’s centre.
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Poll: Have you been on or are you planning a staycation this year?
WITH INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL essentially off the cards for the rest of the year, it seems a lot of people have bought into the concept of a staycation at home here in Ireland.
Social media platforms are flooded with #staycation posts in what will hopefully boost businesses in domestic tourism following a devastating period for the sector.
But with a spike in new cases in recent days, a regional lockdown in the Midlands, and new measures this week including the mandatory wearing of face masks in all shops and commercial premises, fears are mounting that we could be entering a second wave.
So today we’re asking: Have you been on or are you planning a staycation this year?
Poll Results:
Yes, I've already been on a staycation (4387)
No, I haven't been and have no plans for a staycation (3325)
Yes, I have a staycation planned in the coming months (2590)
No, I have not been on a staycation (977)
Yes, but I am going to cancel my planned staycation (253)
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