Live News of Ireland August 02, 2024

Men's Skiff Sailing Medal Race Abandoned Due To Low Winds

The men’s skiff sailing medal race at the Paris Olympics faced an unexpected turn of events when officials decided to abandon the race midway due to low winds. The race, taking place in the port of...Read More

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Romania Wins Olympic Gold In Men's Double Sculls Rowing

Romania's rowers showcased a remarkable display of skill and determination as they clinched the Olympic gold medal in the men's double sculls event. From the very beginning of the race, the Romanian team took the lead...Read More

Teammate's Heroic Save Prevents Serious Injury In Rugby Sevens Match

During a women’s rugby sevens match, a heartwarming display of teamwork and athleticism was captured in a photograph that has since gone viral. The image showcases the incredible bond and support that teammates provide forRead More

US Swimmers Shine With Silver And Bronze At Olympics

In the Olympic swimming pool at La Defense Arena, the U.S. team has been dominant, securing a total of 15 medals so far. However, the American swimmers have mostly been collecting silver and bronze, with only...Read More

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Greece Clears Security Agencies In Spyware Scandal Investigation

A recent two-year investigation in Greece has absolved the country’s security agencies of any involvement in an international spyware scandal that led to sanctions by the United States earlier this year. Supreme Court prosRead More

11 Gold Medals Awarded Across Various Sports On Tuesday

On Tuesday, a total of 11 gold medals were presented to outstanding athletes in different sports disciplines. Let's take a closer look at the remarkable achievements of the winners:Artistic Gymnastics In the Women's TeamRead More

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New DNA Evidence Links Suspect To Decades-Old Hawaii Murder

A recent development in a decades-old cold case in Hawaii has shed new light on the killing and sexual assault of a Virginia woman, Dana Ireland, who was visiting the Big Island in 1991. The Hawaii...Read More

Daniel Wiffen Makes History With First Irish Olympic Swimming Gold

Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen achieved a historic milestone today by becoming the first Irish athlete to win an Olympic medal in swimming. The 23-year-old's remarkable performance in the 800m freestyle event not only securedRead More

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DNA Match Leads To New Suspect In Cold Case

A recent development in a decades-old case has brought new attention to the killing and sexual assault of a Virginia woman, Dana Ireland, who was visiting Hawaii in 1991. The Hawaii Police Department identified a new...Read More

Australian Field Hockey Player Amputates Finger To Compete In Olympics

In the lead-up to the Paris Olympics, athletes have been intensifying their training to stay ahead of their competitors. One such athlete, Australian field hockey player Matt Dawson, made a unique decision to enhance his pRead More

Tatjana Smith Wins Back-To-Back Gold In 100M Breaststroke

Tatjana Smith has solidified her status as a dominant force in women's swimming by clinching back-to-back gold medals in the 100m breaststroke event, replicating her triumph from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Smith's impressiveRead More

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European Countries Urge Citizens To Leave Lebanon Amid Escalating Tensions

Several European countries have reiterated calls for their citizens to urgently leave Lebanon as the country braces for an Israeli response to the deadly rocket attack on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, which killed atRead More

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Transfer Talk: De Gea In Talks With Genoa, PSG Eye Sancho

The summer transfer window is in full swing, and the football world is abuzz with exciting transfer rumors and potential deals. Let's take a look at some of the latest developments:David de Gea in Talks with...Read More

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Wisconsin Man Flees To Ireland To Avoid Prison Sentence

A Wisconsin man who fled to Ireland to avoid serving a prison sentence for his involvement in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol has been apprehended and is now facing additional charges, according...Read More

AI Expert Warns Of Racist Outputs From Scaling Up Data

In the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence, the concept of 'scaling up' has become a prominent trend as tech companies strive to enhance their AI systems by utilizing vast amounts of internet data. However, this apRead More

Veteran Environmentalist Paul Watson Arrested In Greenland Over Anti-Whaling Activities

Veteran environmentalist Paul Watson was arrested in Greenland on Sunday and faces possible extradition to Japan allegedly over anti-whaling activities in the Antarctic years ago, his organization said in a statement. TheRead More

England Secures Euro 2025 Spot With Resilient Draw Against Sweden

England secured their spot in Euro 2025 after a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Sweden in Group A3. The European champions held off a strong second-half performance from Sweden to clinch the necessary point for qualification.Read More

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Scottie Scheffler Emerges As Golf's Rising Star At British Open

Scottie Scheffler, the current world No. 1 in golf, is gearing up for the British Open at Royal Troon, where he aims to continue his impressive run in major championships. Scheffler's rapid ascent in the golf...Read More

Gareth Southgate Steps Down As England Manager After Euro 2024

Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager after the team's defeat in the Euro 2024 final against Spain. This decision was confirmed on Tuesday. During his tenure, Southgate led England to the semifinals of the...Read More

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Gareth Southgate's Future Uncertain After Euro 2024 Loss

Gareth Southgate, the current England manager, is keeping his options open regarding his future following England's 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate's contract is set to expire in December, and it remainRead More

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