Tag: Community
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Donncha O’Callaghan: You Have to Step Back and Let the Families Do It for Themselves
Introduction: A Change of Pace for Donncha O’Callaghan Former Ireland and British & Irish Lions rugby star Donncha O’Callaghan has taken a surprising shift from the pitch to the screen. In a recent interview, he spoke about his experience on a new television programme and why the project works best when the families themselves take…
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Rundu Floods Highlight Years of Planning Failures and Urgent Upgrades
Rundu Floods Put Planning Under the Microscope Rundu, a town along Namibia’s Kavango East region, has faced renewed flooding that residents say exposes long-standing problems in urban planning and infrastructure. As homes were damaged and families displaced, the community, local leaders, and civil society are calling for a sweeping rethink of how the town is…
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Tributes Pour In For Wakefield’s “Inspirational and Resilient” Young Man Liam Gallivan
Wakefield community in mourning after sudden loss The Wakefield community is mourning the sudden death of Liam Gallivan, described by friends and family as an inspirational and resilient young man who touched many lives. Tributes have poured in from across the town, reflecting on a life lived with courage, kindness, and an unwavering spirit despite…
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Bondi Beach Massacre: Australia Mourns 15 Victims
Tracing a Day of Unthinkable Loss What began as a sunlit day of recreation for beachgoers at Bondi Beach quickly turned into a scene of shock and sorrow. As tributes begin to flow and authorities piece together the events, the nation confronts the gravity of a tragedy that struck a place many Australians associate with…
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Ireland’s 109-Year-Old: Nell Hynes Marks 109th Birthday in Quiet Family Celebration
Quiet celebrations mark a remarkable milestone In a small, intimate ceremony at her home in Coolderry, County Offaly, Nell Hynes marked a momentous milestone: her 109th birthday. The celebration, devoid of fanfare, was a serene acknowledgment of a long life lived with family close by. Surrounded by her children, Nell’s day reflected the gentleness that…
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Ireland’s Oldest Woman, Nell Hynes, Celebrates 109th Birthday
Celebrating a Century Plus: Nell Hynes Enters Her 109th Year In a quiet display of grace and resilience, Ireland’s oldest woman celebrated a landmark 109th birthday surrounded by family and the familiar comforts of home. Nell Hynes, a longtime resident of Coolderry in County Offaly, marked the occasion with Mass in her living room, a…
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Tanzania Posts Launches 55th Essay Writing Competition to Elevate Youth Voices
Overview of the 55th Essay Writing Competition The Tanzania Posts Corporation has announced the 55th edition of its long-running essay writing competition, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing literacy and critical thinking among Tanzania’s youngest writers. The annual event invites children and young people to craft essays that reflect their understanding of local issues, personal experiences,…
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David Wesley Griffiths Obituary: A Beloved Family Man
Honoring a Life of Family and Community David Wesley Griffiths, cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on 14 December 2025. He died in the loving care of his family at Sugarloaf Nursing Home, surrounded by those who loved him most. The years he spent between Monaghan Town, Churchtown in Dublin, Gorey, and…
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David Wesley Griffiths: A Life Remembered Across Monaghan, Gorey, and Wexford
Obituary: David Wesley Griffiths David Wesley Griffiths passed away peacefully on 14 December 2025 at Sugarloaf Nursing Home, surrounded by loving family and caregivers. A resident of several communities throughout Ireland, David made a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His life’s journey connected Monaghan Town, Churchtown in County Dublin,…
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Critical Role’s Mighty Nein: Three Big Challenges in Building a YouTube-to-Prime Video Hit
From a tabletop dream to a streaming phenomenon Critical Role’s Mighty Nein arc marks a turning point for the eight cofounders who transformed a home Dungeons & Dragons session into a global entertainment empire. When The Mighty Nein premiered on Prime Video, it wasn’t just a new chapter in a beloved campaign; it was a…