A DARK chapter from Ireland’s history has been brought back to life through a video game that blends historical accuracy with interactive storytelling. 1711 Ireland: A Witch’s Fate, developed by Ulster University and launched at Northern Ireland’s new Studio Ulster, offers players a journey through the infamous Islandmagee witch trials. The game is a landmark release: the first … [Read more...] about New video game reimagines Ireland’s last witch trial
New video game reimagines Ireland’s last witch trial
Ireland’s win against Armenia revives World Cup hopes
THE Republic of Ireland kept their World Cup qualification dreams alive with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Armenia at the Aviva Stadium. In a match that offered little quality in the first half, Ireland looked short of ideas and struggled to impose themselves on a resolute Armenian side. The visitors nearly struck first when Eduard Spertsyan, who had scored in Armenia’s win … [Read more...] about Ireland’s win against Armenia revives World Cup hopes
Thousands of stillborn babies buried in unmarked graves were ‘loved and wanted’
A CAMPAIGN has been launched to recognise thousands of stillborn babies who were buried in unmarked graves across Britain. Second generation Irishman John Murphy, who lives in Calne in Wiltshire, is leading the call for memorials to be erected at the sites in cemeteries across the country. Mr Murphy’s baby sister is one of 60 stillborn babies that were buried in an unmarked … [Read more...] about Thousands of stillborn babies buried in unmarked graves were ‘loved and wanted’
Ireland pledges millions more for Gaza amid ceasefire
IRELAND is preparing to increase its financial aid to Gaza, pledging tens of millions of euros. The announcement follows a ceasefire agreement that saw the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees, bringing renewed hopes for lasting peace along the Gaza strip. According to RTÉ, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris will brief Cabinet this week on … [Read more...] about Ireland pledges millions more for Gaza amid ceasefire
Smoking main cause of accidental fires in Northern Ireland
TEN people have died in Northern Ireland this year as a result of accidental fires in the home. Seven of those fires were smoking related the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) has confirmed, while electrical appliances and cooking contributed to the other three. The organisation further confirmed that those most at risk from accidental fires are people aged … [Read more...] about Smoking main cause of accidental fires in Northern Ireland