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5 things we learned from Day 2 of the State Papers
5 things we learned from Day 2 of the State Papers Here are five things we learned from Day 2 of this year's State Papers.
Galway West set for captivating 2026 by-election battle
Galway West set for captivating 2026 by-election battle Next year's Galway West by-election should give an interesting snapshot of how a broad range of parties and individuals might be able to combine forces ahead of the next general election.
Chinese panda's Dublin trip may have led to its death
Chinese panda's Dublin trip may have led to its death Chinese officials suggested that a trip by a giant panda to Dublin Zoo may have contributed to its death, according to a new file released under the State Papers.
How to explain the 1995 divorce referendum to Vatican?
How to explain the 1995 divorce referendum to Vatican? Ireland's ambassador to the Holy See was given a specific briefing on how to explain the reasons for the 1995 divorce referendum to the Vatican.
Boy, 16, dies following tractor crash in Co Clare
Boy, 16, dies following tractor crash in Co Clare A 16-year-old boy has died following a crash involving a tractor in Co Clare.