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News Roundup March 5, 2022

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Tourism Ireland Launches New IMAX Film A thrilling new film, Ireland, launched in New York City this week on the largest IMAX screen in North America. Sponsored by Tourism Ireland, the film is narrated by Liam Neeson and produced by MacGilivary Freeman Films. Ireland celebrates all aspects of the Emerald Isle from the country’s rich history, culture, arts and music to the … [Read more...] about News Roundup March 5, 2022

News Roundup February 26, 2022

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IA Newsletter February 26, 2022

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Ireland Reacts to Russian Invasion of Ukraine This week began with news of COVID restrictions being lifted in many European countries, however, overnight, the headlines were dominated with a new story. Russia has invaded Ukraine. Speaking ahead of the invasion, Ireland’s representative to the U.N. has called for a diplomatic solution to the crisis. Speaking at an emergency … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 26, 2022

The 1980 Winter Olympics: “Miracle on Ice”

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IA Newsletter February 19, 2022

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  A hearty crew of young American hockey players won an unfathomable victory against the long-dominant Soviet hockey team at the 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympics, giving the United States a much-needed morale boost during the Cold War. The critically acclaimed 2004 movie Miracle captured that magic moment as the Americans stunned the world and held their 4-3 lead over the … [Read more...] about The 1980 Winter Olympics: “Miracle on Ice”

News Roundup February 19, 2022

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IA Newsletter February 19, 2022

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Waterford Woman Sets Irish Freediving Record Waterford City native Kathleen Macdonald has been ranked number one in Ireland for freediving, with a time of 6 minutes 12 seconds. Kathleen began freediving, the sport of diving without use of a breathing apparatus, just 18 months ago and has already achieved 10 national records. During Ireland’s first Covid lockdown, Kathleen’s … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 19, 2022