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Irish Government Flight from Oman Brings Stranded Citizens Home to Dublin

The first Irish government chartered flight from Oman has arrived in Dublin, bringing home 194 stranded citizens amid Middle East tensions. Priority was given to elderly and medically vulnerable passengers, with children under 16 traveling free. The flight faced delays due to challenging conditions.

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Getty Images Dublin Airport, a curved building featuring a silver roof and glass.

Explosion Reported Near US Embassy in Oslo, Police Investigate

An explosion occurred outside the US embassy in Oslo around 01:00 local time. Police responded promptly, reporting no injuries and minor damage to the embassy. Investigations continue with no details yet on the cause or suspects.

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Reuters Police vehicles are parked outside the US embassy in Oslo

Adroddiad yn nodi dirywiad llywodraethiant da yn Esgobaeth Bangor

Adroddiad annibynnol yn nodi dirywiad llywodraethiant da yn Esgobaeth Bangor, gan amlygu problemau mewn rheolaeth ariannol a chyfrifoldebau, gyda gwelliannau wedi'u gwneud ers canol 2025.

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TUV Retraction Highlights Unpredictable Dynamics in Northern Irish Politics

A recent controversy in Northern Irish politics arose when Irish language commissioner Pól Deeds' comments sparked unionist outrage. TUV leader Jim Allister wrongly attributed a quote to Danny Morrison, later retracting it, highlighting the region's unpredictable political dynamics.

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PA Media/Pacemaker A composite image of Jim Allister, with grey hair and suit and Danny Morrison with dark hair

Rising Home Heating Oil Costs Strain Northern Ireland Pensioners' Budgets

Northern Ireland faces a steep rise in home heating oil prices, severely impacting pensioners who spend most of their income on heating. With limited alternatives and high rural reliance on oil, many elderly residents face tough choices amid volatile global oil markets.

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Getty Images A woman's hand touches a white radiator. The woman's arm and legs can only be seen. She is wearing a cream cardigan and dark trousers.

Inside the Ukrainian Facility Where UK Engineers Repair Vital Military Equipment

UK engineers work alongside Ukrainians at secret facilities repairing vital military equipment, including British-donated howitzers, to support Ukraine’s defense amid ongoing conflict.

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Engineers repairing AS90 self propelled howitzer system.

Investigators Link Russia to Parcel Fires in UK and Europe

Investigators link Russia's military intelligence to a series of parcel fires in the UK and Europe in 2024, involving explosive devices sent from Lithuania. Twenty-two suspects have been identified, with trials underway amid concerns of escalating hybrid warfare.

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Getty Images Two yellow DHL vans in front of a cargo plane parked on Leipzig Halle airport terminal

Hungary to Expel Seven Ukrainians Detained in Money Laundering Probe

Hungary will expel seven detained Ukrainian men amid a money laundering probe, escalating tensions with Ukraine. Kyiv demands their release and warns of further actions at the EU level. The dispute intensifies ahead of Hungary’s parliamentary elections.

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Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban together in 2024.

Hungary Detains Seven Ukrainian Bank Workers and $80M Amid Tensions

Hungary has detained seven Ukrainian bank workers and seized $80M in cash and gold amid escalating tensions over Russian oil supplies and EU aid disputes.

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Reuters Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha speaks into a microphone. He has white hair and wears glasses.

Finland to End Longstanding Ban on Hosting Nuclear Weapons to Align with NATO

Finland plans to lift its decades-old ban on nuclear weapons to align with NATO's deterrence policy amid changing security dynamics following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Getty Images A Finnish soldier of the Finnish-Swedish Division rides the Leopard 2A6 battle tank, during a demonstration of border crossing by Swedish and Finnish troops as part of the NATO Nordic Response 24 military exercise

EU Bans 31 Meat-Related Names for Vegetarian and Vegan Foods, Keeps 'Veggie Burger'

EU lawmakers have agreed to ban 31 meat-related names for vegetarian and vegan foods, sparking debate over farmers' rights and consumer clarity. Terms like 'veggie burger' remain allowed amid efforts to support farmers in food markets.

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A store clerk shows plant based products at a supermarket chain in Brussels

SDLP Advocates Single Irish State for Economic Growth and Unity

The SDLP will launch a report outlining economic policies for a united Ireland, focusing on cross-border investment, infrastructure, and workforce development to benefit both Northern Ireland and the Republic.

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PA Media Claire Hanna. She has dark curly hair, a dark green top and orange necklace. She is standing in front of microphones. A red background is behind her with SDLP branding on it.