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Five Wallabies to Watch During the 2025 British & Irish Lions Series
The Analyst
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July 4, 2025
Australia have plenty of talent in their ranks who could cause the Lions trouble during this year’s Lions series. Our rugby experts pick out five Wallabies set to light up this year’s Tests. The Lions are stacked with the best players that Great...
Man walked into pub in Irish town and said 'I kill people now, I'm a hitman' after fatal attack on friend
Irish Mirror
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July 4, 2025
A 42-year old man killed his friend in Portrush, Co Antrim, then walked to a nearby bar and said 'I kill people now, I'm a hitman', a court was told. Details surrounding the manslaughter of Paul Rowlands emerged during a plea hearing at Belfast...
Treaty United travel to Dublin for huge First Division encounter
Live95
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All Sport Via Getty Images Treaty United have a huge game this evening in Dublin. Tommy Barrett's men are looking to maintain fourth position in the table with a win over UCD at the Belfield Bowl. Treaty currently lead the students, who sit in...
Spain travel warning for Brits who use cash abroad as Euro note 'no longer accepted'
The Mirror
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July 4, 2025
Brits planning Spain holidays this year will no doubt be looking to withdraw some cash for shopping, food and souvenirs but there's a new rule in place you'll need to be aware of. Although nowadays most people will favour card payments over cash,...
Judges sentences man who allowed his bank account to be used in Limerick accommodation scam
Live95
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Getty images Two students looking for accommodation in Limerick had collectively paid €9,820 in the scam. A man who allowed his bank account to be used as part of a scheme to defraud people looking for student accommodation in Limerick has been...
Flights to popular holiday destinations cancelled for second day
Liverpool Echo
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July 4, 2025
Flights to France have been cancelled for a second day as French air traffic controllers have gone on strike. Dissatisfied workers from various French unions have continued strike action, protesting staff shortages and outdated equipment. France's...
Wales football fans stuck in hotels after historic match hit by travel chaos
Wales Online
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July 4, 2025
14:02, 04 Jul 2025Updated 14:03, 04 Jul 2025 Welsh football fans are facing disruption ahead of a historic match, as French air traffic control strikes continue to cause chaos for those headed to France. Welsh women's team made history after...
Irish American org concerned new visa vetting will put J1 exchange at risk
IrishCentral
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July 3, 2025
The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), the oldest and largest Irish Catholic organization in the US, expressed its deep concern on Thursday, July 3, about new vetting procedures for visa applicants. The new directive, announced on June 23,...
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Explora Journeys enhances travel advisor success
Travolution
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July 4, 2025
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today announced the launch of a comprehensive new digital initiative designed to empower and elevate the success of its valued travel advisor community. This latest development...
The best British & Irish Lions documentaries – and where to watch them
Rugby World
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July 4, 2025
From Living with the Lions to Two Sides, here is how to watch the best British & Irish lions documentaries Now that the long-awaited Lions tour to Australia is finally underway, you may be finding the days between matches starting to drag. There...
Amazing fall travel deals you can snag right now
FOX 17 - Michigan
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July 4, 2025
Now is a great time to pack your bags for a vacation this fall. Katy Nastro, travel expert for the travel app Going, says that economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions have people traveling less this year, which is leading to some of the...
Man who let bank account be used in student accommodation scheme scam learns fate
Irish Mirror
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July 4, 2025
A man who allowed his bank account to be used as part of a scheme to defraud people looking for student accommodation in Limerick has been handed a suspended two-year prison sentence. Having heard facts in the case in May 2024, Judge Sarah...
Boat Rental Market Outlook Report 2025-2034 Peer-To-Peer Platforms Transforming The Industry, Tourism And Technology Innovations Drive Expansion Globally
MENAFN
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July 4, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The global boat rental market is projected to grow from USD 16.2 billion in 2025 to USD 26.8 billion by 2034, driven by a 5.8% CAGR. Key trends include the rise of digital booking platforms, eco-friendly boating,...
World Travelers Are Sharing The Countries They Think Are Perfect To Visit, And I'm Taking Notes For My Next Trip
Buzzfeed
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July 4, 2025
—u/Enosis21 "Greece is unreal. The food is so damn good, and every island was completely stunning. Meteora is probably the most unique place I've ever visited, and Athens was like an open-air museum. I'd say Greece is one of my top five countries...
Versatility 'definitely a strength' for Ireland's Osborne
BBC
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July 4, 2025
Ireland's Jamie Osborne believes his ability to cover a number of positions is "definitely a strength". Osborne made his Test debut at full-back and has also played at centre and on the wing and the 23-year-old hopes he can continue to make the...
Dan Biggar: Owen Farrell’s British and Irish Lions call-up ‘doesn’t make sense’ with ‘risk’ outweighing the reward
Planet Rugby
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July 4, 2025
Dan Biggar has given his views on Owen Farrell’s British and Irish Lions call-up, a decision that has baffled the former Wales fly-half. A tourist with the Lions in 2017 and 2021, where he was a teammate of Farrell; Biggar doesn’t doubt the...
Gardai praised for reuniting tourist with lost phone containing pics of late grandad
Dublin Live
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July 4, 2025
A member of the Garda has been hailed for aiding a tourist who misplaced her phone, filled with cherished photos of her late grandad, just as she was boarding a flight back to Poland. Aleksandra had been holidaying in Ireland and was on her way...
Travel chaos as 70,000 Ryanair passengers hit by French air traffic control strikes
The Independent
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July 4, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Re-Wind: Ireland vs Georgia – A look back at each ‘brutal’ clash ahead of Summer Tour kick-off
Ruck
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July 4, 2025
Ireland travel to Tbilisi to face Georgia in a one-off Test that forms part of their tour of Europe, with them heading to Portugal the week after. Many of the stars and even head coach Andy Farrell away with the British and Irish Lions, so it will...
Philippines Construction Industry Report 2025 Output To Expand At An AAGR Of 7.2% During 2026-2029, Supported By Investments In Transport, Tourism And Industrial Projects
MENAFN
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July 4, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Philippine construction sector set to grow 6.2% in 2025, driven by increased public-private investments in infrastructure and renewable energy. Loans and permits boost industry, with a 7.2% annual growth expected...