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Published on 02:12 GMT

Michael McGrath: EU is ready to fight back against threats to our democracy

In 1999, I contested my first election. I was 22 years old, and I ran in the local town council election in Passage West and Monkstown, in Co Cork, Ireland.When I was knocking on doors asking people in my local community for their support, I learned what …

Source: Irish Examiner - Neutral
Published on 04:29 GMT

Gqeberha playwright explores democracy’s impact on tradition

Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn A mixture of democracy, vengeance and customs has taken centre stage at the iPhulo Drama Festival as Gqeberha’s multi-award …

Source: Herald (South Africa) - Pending
Published on Feb 24, 2026

'Irish government needs to stop dilly-dallying around clampdown on social media'

There is absolutely no doubt that Ireland should follow Australia and bring in a complete ban on children 16 and under using social media Social media is out of control in this country. It is like the wild west where every lunatic can abuse, harass, lie …

Source: Irish Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Protestors in Galway urge review of solar farm plans after fears area could become ‘Chernobyl of Ireland’

The absence of clear, national guidelines on how emergencies such as battery fires would be managed has left the community deeply concerned Gathering outside County Hall on Friday February 20, the demand was a review of plans for the solar farm – lodged by …

Source: Irish Independent - Center-right
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Irish Rail return bench to Wicklow Dart station after alleged assault on staff

Cllr Stephen Stokes believes it is “a positive first step” for passengers who rely on the station every day. He wrote to the transport operator on February 18, with action taken less than two days later. However, Cllr Stokes has called for the …

Source: Irish Independent - Center-right
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Government pledges support for more research at Wicklow site confirmed as Ireland’s oldest settlement

Recent research at the complex led by Queen's University Belfast has fundamentally altered the understanding of Irish prehistory, identifying it as the island's first "proto town". Researchers identified a boat-shaped stone structure …

Source: Irish Independent - Center-right
Published on Feb 23, 2026

New Irish-language campaign celebrating County Louth launched

A new Irish-language campaign celebrating the County Louth has been launched by Louth County Council. The campaign called 'StairLú' which celebrates the stories, folklore, culture and people of Louth will run across the local authority's …

Source: Louth Live - Neutral
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Ireland must expand protection of environmental rights, UN expert says

In a statement Friday, at the conclusion of her visit to Ireland, UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to a Clean, Healthy and Sustainable Environment, Astrid Peuntes Riaño, said Ireland should consider human rights in all decisions to protect the …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Kerry councillor says Bord Bia scandal has brought the “entirety of Irish produce into disrepute”

Councillor Deirdre Ferris said the saga had “completely and utterly” undermined the position within the agency and warned it had brought the “entirety of Irish produce into disrepute”. Concerns were first raised by the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) that …

Source: Irish Independent - Center-right
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Is the net tightening in Ireland around Big Tech?

Last week felt like a turning point in the Republic’s relationship with Big Tech. On Monday, the Data Protection Commission (DPC) announced it was investigating Elon Musk’s social media platform X over its AI chatbot Grok generating sexual imagery of women …

Source: The Irish Times - Center-left
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Irish Examiner view: Putin and Zelenskyy must have face-to-face peace talks

It will be four years tomorrow, Tuesday, since Vladimir Putin’s Russia launched a wholly illegal war on its neighbour and former vassal state, Ukraine. It expected victory within hours — and at most, days.That, as we know, did not happen. The partly failed …

Source: Irish Examiner - Neutral
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Dark money is a threat to national security that Ireland can no longer afford to ignore

It’s almost 15 years since the Mahon and Moriarty tribunals made damning findings of political corruption in Ireland. It’s more than a decade since Maurice McCabe’s revelations exposed systemic maladministration of the penalty points system. Since then, a …

Source: Irish Examiner - Neutral
Published on Feb 22, 2026

Good Friday generation of Irish speakers votes overwhelmingly for Irish unity at Belfast event

(Seo alt ónár bhfoireann Gaeltachta. Is féidir an bunleagan as Gaeilge a léamh anseo) WHILE THE AIM of the Conradh na Gaeilge Ard-Fheis in Belfast at the weekend was to end the partition of Ireland, the most striking aspect of the conference was the gap …

Source: The Journal - Center-left
Published on Feb 21, 2026

California’s democracy needs some bureaucracy

Deliberative democracy is now officially entangled in state bureaucracy. Last year, all 247,000 of California’s state government workers gained access to a new digital democracy tool called Engaged California. Those who used it proposed and developed 2,600 …

Source: The Antelope Valley Press - California - Pending
Published on Feb 21, 2026

Historical echoes as country's largest Irish language organisation votes to act for Irish unity

(Seo alt ónár bhfoireann Gaeltachta. Is féidir an bunleagan as Gaeilge a léamh anseo) DELEGATES OF CONRADH na Gaeilge (the Gaelic League) have voted over-whelmingly in favour of a constitutional amendment that will see the country’s largest Irish language …

Source: The Journal - Center-left
Published on Feb 20, 2026

Rachel Scott delivers 45th Tresolini Lecture, discusses democracy

On Tuesday evening, more than 70 people gathered for the 45th annual Tresolini Lecture in Law, delivered by Rachel Scott, an award-winning senior political correspondent for ABC News. Scott reports from Capitol Hill for all ABC News platforms, including “ …

Source: The Brown and White - Pennsylvania - Pending
Published on Feb 20, 2026

Europe vs Big Tech: A battle for democracy?

Polarization Silicon Valley and the U.S. government are positioning their frustration over European regulation as ideological, as a defense of freedom over government control. By Ines Vilares 20 February 2026 explainer “The impunity of the giants must end …

Source: Coda Story - Left-wing
Published on Feb 20, 2026

UN expert: Ireland should mainstream human rights to protect environmental advances

OHCHR DUBLIN – Ireland has made important progress in protecting the environment, but these advances are at risk unless strategic projects, infrastructure and activities with potentially significant environmental and climate impacts are rigorously assessed …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on Feb 20, 2026

Could direct democracy trip up Swiss trade deals?

From Switzerland to the world: containers at the Port of Switzerland on the Rhine river in Basel. Gaetan Bally / Keystone As global trade rules fray, countries are scrambling to shore up export markets and diversify partners. For highly globalised, …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Prosperity for US Foundation Urges Bold Federalism & Affordability Agenda Ahead of State of the Union

Calls on President to Champion Direct Democracy, Property Tax Relief, Debt Discipline, and Citizen-Driven Fiscal Reform WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Prosperity for US Foundation, a national nonprofit …

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Published on February 23, 2026 - 20:09 GMT

STAND UP FOR SCIENCE TO HOLD 'RALLY TO TAKE BACK SCIENCE' IN 33 LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE ON SATURDAY, MARCH 7th, 2026

A Nationwide Day of Action to Save Science, Protect Health, and Defend Democracy. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One year after the movement-defining Stand Up for Science protest, organizers are returning …

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Published on February 22, 2026 - 17:43 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa: Eulogy at funeral service of Hosi Dr Phylia Tinyiko Lwandlamuni N’Wamitwa II

Programme Directors, Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, The family and members of the N’wamitwa Royal House, Your Majesties, Chairperson of the Valoyi Royal Council, Mr Ben Shipalana, Premier of Limpopo, Dr Phophi Ramathuba, Executive Mayor of …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Ilya Somin to headline 'Luminaries in Law' event at Seattle U Law

Somin's lecture will draw from his scholarship challenging the way that immigration is increasingly framed by some influential political and cultural figures SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ilya Somin, …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

Public Schools First NC Celebrates Public Schools Week

Public Schools Week highlights the importance of public schools to the success and future of our students and communities. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During National Public Schools Week (February 23 to February …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 02:10 GMT

Rubio, Dutch FM Emphasize Strong Partnership on First Call

(MENAFN) Marco Rubio and Tom Berendsen held a phone conversation on Monday that reaffirmed the longstanding ties between the United States and the Netherlands, according to the US State Department. The call was Berendsen’s first with Rubio after assuming …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Kanwal Rekhi, the First Indian to Take a Company Public on NASDAQ, Releases Memoir 2/24/26

The Groundbreaker: Entrepreneurship, the American Dream, and The Rise of Modern India; with Foreword by Congressman Ro Khanna, Available Now NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kanwal Rekhi is one of Silicon Valley’ …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 20:11 GMT

National House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders (NHTKL) officially opens 2026 programme, 26 Feb

The National House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders (NHTKL) will officially open its 2026 programme on Thursday, 26 February 2026 at the Good Hope Chamber in Parliament, Cape Town. The President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency Mr …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 06:44 GMT

Gabe Lajeunesse Campaigns for Washington County Senate seat

Gabriel Lajeunesse of Montpelier Vermont Announces Campaign for Washington County Senate seat. MONTPELIER, VT, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gabe Lajeunesse, a business and community leader with a long record of public service, …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 05:24 GMT

Cambridge Online Tutors UK Strengthens Online Academic Support Across Core Subjects

ST NEOTS, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, February 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cambridge Online Tutors UK continues to provide structured, one-to-one online tuition to students preparing for GCSE, IGCSE, and A-Level examinations across the …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 00:44 GMT

MLK 40: Living the Dream, February 27 at the W Hollywood

HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MLK 40: Living the Dream is a high-profile tribute to the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., taking place on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 1:30 PM at the iconic W …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 19:33 GMT

National Highschool Conservatives Reaffirm Commitment To Truth Amid Leftist Attack

Taylor Sharp was involved in a physical altercation with a protester. NHSC condemns the violence, will proceed with National Convention in Houston TX. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National High School …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 18:17 GMT

New Study Finds Storytelling Reduces Political Polarization

Controlled study of 380 high school students finds exchanging stories reduces affective polarization and promotes empathy. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A groundbreaking new study from the University of Oxford and …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 17:34 GMT

Sociologist Angela Simms, PhD Publishes 'Fighting for a Foothold'

Why do majority-Black middle-class suburbs, like Prince George’s County, MD, have fewer resources for public goods than wealthier neighbors? NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In “Fighting for a Foothold: How …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 16:40 GMT

RidePair Responds to Santa Monica Autonomous Vehicle Incident: Safety Must Guide Mobility Futures

Calls for Balanced Transportation Strategy Focused on Human-Centered, Immediate Solutions SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — In response to a recently reported incident in Santa Monica, where a vehicle …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Environment ...
Published on February 24, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Ilya Somin to headline 'Luminaries in Law' event at Seattle U Law

Somin's lecture will draw from his scholarship challenging the way that immigration is increasingly framed by some influential political and cultural figures SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ilya Somin, …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 15:55 GMT

RidePair Applauds CARB’s Clean Transportation Incentive Efforts

RidePair Highlights SEP Grant Qualification Pairing Platform Positioned to Deliver Immediate Emissions Reductions and Equity Impact SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — RidePair, California’s pairing-based …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Birthrates and Battlelines Reveals the Hidden Engines of Global Power

A bold new book challenges conventional history by uncovering how population and power truly shaped civilizations NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Birthrates and Battlelines: How Population Shaped Global Power …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Sprint Data Solutions Unveils Exclusive Database of Federal Workers and Union Members

Access the nation’s largest, most accurate database of federal employees and union members, featuring exclusive agency-specific mapping for targeted outreach. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While the rest …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Men’s Health Network Endorses Introduction of the State of Men’s Health Act (H.R. 7602)

MHN proudly endorses the intro of H.R. 7602, "State of Men’s Health Act," led by Rep. Troy Carter w/ bipartisan support, The Congressional Men’s Health Caucus. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Prosperity for US Foundation Urges Bold Federalism & Affordability Agenda Ahead of State of the Union

Calls on President to Champion Direct Democracy, Property Tax Relief, Debt Discipline, and Citizen-Driven Fiscal Reform WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Prosperity for US Foundation, a national nonprofit …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Pew Charitable Trusts and Disagree Better Event Models Civil Dialog Through Disruptive News Cycle

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last week, the Pew Charitable Trusts and Disagree Better brought together two Republican governors and one Democratic governor for a public conversation examining how elected …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Defensive Drivers Institute Launches Idaho Accident Prevention Course at $12.95 Following ITD Approval

Six-hour online course qualifies Idaho drivers for three-point driving record reduction and insurance discount under Idaho Code 41-2515. BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Defensive Drivers Institute today …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

AI Power Surge Forces Infrastructure Rethink as 3 Gigawatt Texas Campus Emerges

Transmission-scale AI campus structured for phased grid delivery as ERCOT faces record large-load interconnection growth. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As artificial intelligence workloads reshape global …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 08:07 GMT

Castles Technology Selects Bright Pattern to Modernize Global Customer Support

Global payment provider to deploy AI-powered omnichannel platform across customer support operations SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bright Pattern, a leader in AI-powered, 100% native omnichannel …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

CAPPARELLI PROPOSES: POSITION COLUMBUS STATUE ON FEDERAL PROPERTY

CAN'T CHANGE HISTORY & CAN'T CHANGE FACTS CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s been over 533 years since Christopher Columbus, the Italian maritime explorer, discovered America when his three (3) …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 15:46 GMT

NATO PA's Bureau statement on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

24 February 2026 Marking four years since Russia's full-scale assault, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Bureau issued a statement reiterating the Assembly's unwavering support and its indispensable assistance in enabling Ukraine to defend its …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

Broad Coalition urges HHS Secretary Kennedy to Halt Restructuring of Federal Research Office on Children and Families

More than 130 organizations call for preserving the Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation at the Administration for Children and Families WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, more than 130 nonprofit …

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