RTE News- Hundreds of thousands take part in anti-Brexit march October 20, 2018Hundreds of thousands of supporters of the European Union have marched through London in the biggest demonstration so far to demand that the British government holds a public vote on the terms of Brexit.
- Turkey vows to reveal all details of Khashoggi's death October 20, 2018Turkey has pledged to reveal all details of the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi after Saudi Arabia admitted he was killed at its Istanbul consulate, state media reported.
- A brief history of the backstop October 20, 2018Europe Editor Tony Connelly traces the formation of the backstop and how it grew into the most intractable source of conflict in the lengthy Brexit negotiations.
- Saudi explanation of Khashoggi's death credible - Trump October 20, 2018US President Donald Trump said that he found credible Saudi Arabia's assertion that dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi died as a result of a fight.
- Higgins holds lead in Presidential race, poll suggests October 20, 2018With just under six days to go before the Presidential Election, a new opinion poll has suggested the incumbent, Michael D Higgins is maintaining a substantial lead over his rivals.
- FF close gap on FG following budget, poll suggests October 20, 2018Fianna Fáil has closed the gap on Fine Gael in the wake of the budget, the latest Sunday Business Post Red C poll has suggested.
- Calls for more inclusive society for people with autism October 20, 2018Autism charity AsIAm has called on the Government to help bring about a more inclusive society for people living with Autism.
- 276 motorists caught speeding on National Slow Down Day October 20, 2018Almost 300 motorists were detected speeding during National Slow Down Day, with one driver clocked at 177km/h in a 120km/h zone in Co Kilkenny.
- Fine Gael confirm Confidence and Supply talks team October 20, 2018Fine Gael has confirmed its team for the Confidence and Supply Agreement talks, consisting of Ministers Simon Coveney, Paschal Donohoe, Regina Doherty and Martin Heydon.
- Thousands march in Tipperary over lack of investment October 20, 2018Thousands of people have taken part in a march through Tipperary town to protest at what they describe as years of neglect and lack of investment.
- Hundreds of thousands take part in anti-Brexit march October 20, 2018
Monthly Archives: December 2016
Recommended Reading For Writers Of Fiction
Title: Burning Down the House: Essays on Fiction 2 (Expanded Edition) Author: Charles Baxter Paperback: 288 pages Publisher: Graywolf Press; 2 Expanded edition (September 2, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 1555975089 ISBN-13: 978-1555975081 Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.8
Great Book To Read For Writers
Title: The Writing Habit Author: David Huddle ISBN 10: 0874516684 ISBN 13: 978-0874516685 Publisher: UPNE, 1994 My Ratings : 5 stars
Posted in Advice, Blogs And Blogging, Writing & Writers, Writing Skills
Tagged craft writing, David Huddle, how to write, The Writing Habit, UPNE, writers advice, writing, writing skills
A Week To Christmas!
Merry Christmas All! Enjoy My Favourite Carol Silent Night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87q5dmW6zDg Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright. Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child. Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas
Tagged Carol, Enya, Merry Christmas, Oíche Chiúin, Silent Night, song
The Locket By John Montague
Sing a last song for the lady who has gone, fertile source of guilt and pain. The worst birth in the annals of Brooklyn, that was my cue to come on, my first claim to fame. Naturally, she longed for … Continue reading
Posted in Ireland, Poet, Poetry, Writing & Writers
Tagged Ireland poetry, Irish Poetry, John Montague, poem, poetry, The Locket
Renew Your Public Library Books Online
There is no excuse not to have a library account, they are free. Your local libraries not only loan books but DVDs and CD-ROMS etc.If they do not have the book you need you can give them the book you … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Ireland, Librarians, Library, Writing & Writers
Tagged borrow public library books, borrowbooks.ie, library account, renew books online
Best Tech Gifts 2016
Title: The Classic, the Unexpected, and the Hottest Tech Gifts of 2016. The most anticipated gadgets of the year. Author: Justine Carreon, Elle Full Text & Source: http://www.elle.com/fashion/accessories/tips/g8220/tech-gifts/ The Internet, Online, 8/12/2016 Sample Text: This has been quite a year … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs And Blogging, Christmas, Gifts, Technology
Tagged Elle, gifts, Hottest Tech Gifts of 2016, Justine Carreon, technology
