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News Roundup February 26, 2022

News Roundup February 26, 2022

Róisín Chapman
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

Róisín Chapman
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

Claire Cronin, U.S. Ambassador to Ireland

Michael Quinlin
IA Newsletter February 12, 2022

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Massachusetts native Claire D. Cronin presented her credentials on February 10, 2022 to Ireland’s President Michael D. Higgins at his official residence and workplace, Áras an Uachtaráin. Joining her at the official visit were her husband Ray and their two children Kara and Kerry. In a welcome video issued by the U.S. Embassy in Dublin, Cronin graciously expressed her honor and … [Read more...] about Claire Cronin, U.S. Ambassador to Ireland

News Roundup February 12, 2022

Róisín Chapman
IA Newsletter February 12, 2022

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Leona Maguire Becomes First Irish Golfer to Win the LPGA Leona Maguire has made history as the first Irish woman to win on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tour. Maguire edged out American Lexi Thompson, closing with a 5-under 67 for a three-stroke victory in the LPGA Drive On Championship at Crown Colony last Saturday. Speaking shortly after her victory, … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 12, 2022