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Kate Gleason: A Century Ahead ­of Her Time

Even in recent decades, women engineers have at times felt like they’re trying to make it in an “old boy’s club.” But back in the era of Kate Gleason, a woman with engineering…

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26 Things to Experience in Ireland in 2026 

2026 is a great time to visit Ireland. It’s a year-round destination offering unique experiences in every season. 1. Ulster American Folk Park in County Tyrone:  There is no better time to visit the…

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Lust for Lust

A bawdy romance from the author of Angela’s Ashes. When he awoke that morning Mordecai…

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Gabrielle Giffords Honored with JFK Profile in Courage Award

Gabrielle Giffords, the former Arizona congresswoman who survived a deadly mass shooting in January 2011,…

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February 16, 1932

On this day in 1932, the 7th Irish general election was held. The Fianna Fail party defeated the Cumann na nGaedheal party, winning 72 seats, while Cumann na nGaedheal won 57 seats. This allowed Eamon de Valera to succeed W.T. Cosgrave as President of the Executive Council. This election and the transition of power marked what many believed was Ireland’s first true test of democracy. It also marked the beginning of a 16 year period of Fianna Fail leadership.

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