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Sunday 13 October 2024 Dublin: 4°C
The Daily Poll
When was the last time you visited an art gallery or museum?
Taoiseach Simon Harris meeting US President Joe Biden in the White House this week.

Sunday 13 October

Today's Top Stories

HARRIS IN THE US

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Middle East

All Irish troops unharmed in Lebanon, but Taoiseach is 'extraordinarily concerned' amid unrest

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Woodlands

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RG Snyman scored against his former side.
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HARRIS IN THE US
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