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Teen dies in sand dune collapse on Irish beach

By Ruth Doherty, Jun 01, 2012

A young woman has died after becoming trapped when a sand dune collapsed over her on a trip to Kerry beach in the Republic of Ireland. Niamh McCarthy, 19, was a student at University College...
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Video: Elephant runs away from the circus in Ireland

By AOL Travel, Mar 29, 2012

An elephant escaped from a circus and ran around the car park of a busy Irish shopping centre before bursting through a barrier and charging onto the road. The 2.5 tonne elephant, named Baby,...
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'Miracle' autistic girl survives being run over by a train

By Ruth Doherty, Mar 15, 2012

The father of a nine-year-old autistic girl who was run over by a train in Tipperary, Ireland, says it was a 'miracle' she survived. When her mother went inside to get something, Mary Ryan...
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Dance your way around the world! Hula holidays and more

By Roshina Jowaheer, Mar 14, 2012

From tango in Argentina to hula in Hawaii, see our selection of fabulous dance holidays... Sign up to our weekly newsletter | Follow us on Twitter | Become a fan on Facebook
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St Patrick's Day parades around the world

By Heidi Scrimgeour, Mar 12, 2012

You don't have to be Irish to celebrate St Patrick's Day - but if you are it helps! Check out what's kicking off all over the world this week in honour of all things Irish - and don't forget to...
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Ireland to witness Northern Lights

By AOL Travel, Jan 09, 2012

Always wanted to see the Northern Lights? Then head to Ireland, say astronomers. For a limited period only, you won't need to travel as far as Norway, Sweden or Canada to see nature's most...
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Ten of the best: Cookery holidays for foodies

By Roshina Jowaheer, Sep 21, 2011

Take a holiday where you can learn how to make the local cuisine and relax too. These culinary escapes are the perfect way to turn yourself into an international masterchef!
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Michelle Obama steals the Irish limelight

By Ruth Doherty, May 23, 2011

Irish eyes have been smiling on First Lady Michelle Obama, who has landed with her husband in Ireland for an official visit. As she posed for pictures and shook hands with the welcoming party, the...
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