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Irish Army Deployed to Clear Vehicles Blocking Roads in Fuel Price Protests

The Irish Defence Forces have been deployed to remove vehicles blocking roads amid fuel price protests causing widespread disruption. Officials warn vehicle owners against complaints over removal damage. Protests respond to rising fuel costs linked to Middle East conflict.

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PA Defence Forces members on parade in green and blue uniforms, holding weapons in air

Four Dead in English Channel Crossing Attempt, French Authorities Confirm

Four people died attempting to cross the English Channel off northern France. Rescue efforts continue as authorities assess the situation near Boulogne.

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Lyons Crime Group Faces Vulnerability Amid Renewed Violence Concerns

The arrest of Steven Lyons, leader of Scotland's Lyons crime group, has raised fears of renewed gang violence amid a long-standing feud with the rival Daniel group. Experts warn the group's vulnerability could lead to further conflict.

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Jersey Consumer Council Criticizes Government Profiting from Rising Fuel Costs

Jersey's Consumer Council head criticizes government for profiting from rising fuel costs amid cost-of-living pressures worsened by war-related disruptions.

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Scottish Gangland Leader Steven Lyons Deported from Bali to Amsterdam

Steven Lyons, a prominent Scottish gangland figure, was deported from Bali to Amsterdam following his arrest. He faces extradition to Spain amid allegations of leading a transnational criminal organisation involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.

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Ngurah Rai Immigration Office A line-up of seven men in an airport. They wear casual clothes and all of them have their faces blurred out except an official on the far right. Steven Lyons is third from the left and wears a white t-short which reads "Team Adidas", black trousers and a black neck pillow. He holds a white item of clothing

JD Vance Endorses Orbán Amid Ukraine, Iran Truce Talks During Budapest Visit

US Vice-President JD Vance praises Hungarian PM Orbán’s role in Ukraine peace efforts during an unprecedented pre-election visit to Budapest. Vance also discusses Iran’s fragile truce, criticizes EU energy policies, and addresses alleged foreign interference in Hungary’s election.

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Fuel Protests Disrupt Cross-Border Travel for Second Day in Ireland

Fuel protests linked to Middle East conflict have disrupted cross-border travel in Ireland for a second day, causing major delays in Dublin and surrounding areas.

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Greenland MP Qarsoq Høegh-Dam Advocates for Full Self-Governance

Qarsoq Høegh-Dam, Greenland’s newly elected MP in the Danish parliament, aims to transfer full governance from Copenhagen to Nuuk, advocating for Greenland’s independence and constitutional reform amid global Arctic tensions.

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Vance’s Visit May Not Secure Orbán’s Desired Election Win in Hungary

US Vice-President JD Vance’s visit to Hungary directly engaged in the election campaign, supporting Orbán amid economic and political challenges, yet analysts doubt it will secure his victory.

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Orbán and JD Vance stood amid crowd, many waving Hungarian flags

Dublin Airport Parrot Reunited with Owner After Easter Discovery

An Alexandrine parakeet found at Dublin Airport on Easter Sunday has been reunited with her owner after being cared for by airport staff. The bird, nicknamed "Troy," was identified through her tag and is now back home with her owner, Gheorghe.

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JD Vance Criticizes EU Interference During Hungary Visit to Support Orbán

JD Vance accuses the EU of interfering in Hungary's elections during his visit to support Viktor Orbán amid tensions over Ukraine and Russian ties.

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Visitors Advised to Avoid Nefyn Beach After Recent Landslide

Authorities urge visitors to avoid Nefyn beach in Gwynedd after a landslide near the car park, with assessments underway and previous landslips having caused property damage and path closures.

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