Returning to the Ellipse on a bustling Tuesday evening in the States. Revisiting the lush expanse situated south of the Presidential Residence and recalling the unexpected turmoil and rebellion from nearly four years back, as Kamala Harris attempted to recapture the ground where Donald Trump once uttered his infamous battle cry amidst the frosty afternoon of January 6th, 2021.
Regarding symbolic destinations, her selection couldn’t have conveyed her intentions clearer, offering what was promoted as her concluding election campaign statement. Something about that evening seemed momentous: the democratic tradition wheel seemed to have completed its rotation, appearing almost near its snapping point.
Attempting to evoke nostalgia, the Harris team welcomed the country back to a leafy area in Washington, noted for being the birthplace of a day when the core principles of the nation appeared to become unsettled. Distributing sweets and water, playing a range of music from ABBA to Salt ‘n’ Pepa and filling the Ellipse with the ambience of individuals having a good time.
‘Having children is a decision I sometimes regret. They’re grown up, and it’s peculiar that I’m regretting it now’
Desire to dwell above Grafton Street shops? It might soon be feasible
Armagh players likely to heavily populate the All Stars football team
Rachel Reeves: the UK finance minister with the ‘most challenging role since WW2’
– A café owner who experienced a drastic drop in patronage welcomes the establishment of Bray-Greystones cliff walk taskforce: The 7km coastal trail, fashioned in the 1840s as a passage route for railway construction workers, has evolved into a renowned public amenity over the previous five decades. Wicklow County Council reported that about 350,000 individuals would walk the trail each year until health and safety concerns led to its closure in 2021.
– Irish Fiscal Advisory Council report indicates approximately 80,000 additional workers are required to address housing crisis: Nearly 80,000 additional workers are projected to be required to cope with Ireland’s infrastructure shortcomings, “primarily to construct new housing” and update existing homes.
Anticipating an election, the Cabinet is predicted to approve key legislation including the Appropriations Bill and funding for the Houses of Oireachtas for the upcoming three years, during its Wednesday meet. Those approved legislations will be hastily taken to Dáil the following week.
In health news, specific patients now have the chance to undergo thorough lung screening. This is part of a trial programme aimed at early detection and prevention of lung cancer, particularly in the country’s eastern parts.
The meteorological update for today: While clouds dominate the sky, it is majorly dry with temperatures expected to hit highs of between 13 to 16 degrees.
In the Big Read segment, a sober individual opens up about friends drifting and their journey of maintaining sobriety for two years, despite the difficulties and struggles faced.
In the Opinion section, Kathy Sheridan presents a piece suggesting that Donald Trump’s supposed missteps are actually crafted tactics. Another article looks into the topic of corporal punishment and its reluctant use.
Discussing business, Derek Quinlan ponders on his fate under the shadow of Nama – the State body set up post-2008 world banking collapse to rescue the local banking system by taking over failing property debts. Derek Quinlan had a probable offer for the State body as of June 2017.
In the sports column, questions arise around the sudden exit of Graham Rowntree from Munster, which saw its URC victory a bit over 18 months back, despite their recent streak of losses. Speculation ensues that it is a high-stake gamble to let go of Rowntree after just six games.
The interference of Russia, China, and Iran in the US presidential elections is an alarming issue; with Russia being previously observed to spread confrontational and incendiary content online for stirring unsetting feelings. These messages, ostentatious and riddled with typographical errors and odd syntax, were crafted to draw public attention by any means.
Secondly, there’s a tale of a woman nearing retirement whose spouse seems to be experiencing a tardy mid-life crisis. He proposes to sell their dwelling, buy a recreational vehicle and explore the globe. However, this has left the wife uncertain on how to handle the situation.
And finally, in the Podcast Highlights, we have updates regarding the News Podcast on the rushing of certain legislations by the Government through Dáil, and which will be left behind in the upcoming election.