Tag: Kneecap
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The Brits are at it again: Kneecap set to appeal dismissal of terror charge this month
Background Irish rap group Kneecap has announced that an appeal by British prosecutors over a court’s decision to strike out a terror charge against one of its members will begin in the coming weeks. The development follows a September ruling in which a UK judge dismissed the charge, prompting the Crown to pursue a higher-level…
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Kneecap: Appeal Against Dismissal of Terror Charge to Begin This Month
What’s happening Irish rap group Kneecap has announced that prosecutors in Britain are appealing a court decision that dismissed a terrorism-related charge against one of its members. The appeal is scheduled to begin later this month, two weeks from the latest update, with both sides preparing for the process in a UK legal framework. Background:…
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Kneecap’s Appeal Goes Ahead Against Dismissal of Terror Charge
Background: What happened and why the appeal is happening Irish rap group Kneecap has announced that an appeal against a recent court decision is set to begin in two weeks. The UK proceedings concern a terror charge that a UK judge previously dismissed, a move that has drawn attention from audiences, legal observers, and supporters…
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Catherine Connolly and the Irish Language: A Fresh Boost for Public Life
Introduction: A new chapter for the Irish language The inauguration of Catherine Connolly, a prominent independent leftwing figure, signals more than a political milestone. For supporters of the Irish language, it marks a potential turning point where language policy, cultural identity, and public life intersect with renewed urgency. From cinema to music, the language has…
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Catherine Connolly and the Dawn of a New Era for the Irish Language in Public Life
Introduction: A new talisman for the Irish language The Irish language has long stood at the center of Ireland’s cultural debates, celebrated in literature, film, and music, while often navigating the practicalities of daily life. With the inauguration of Catherine Connolly as a key political figure, many observers see a potential turning point for the…
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A New Chapter for the Irish Language: Catherine Connolly’s Inauguration and the Conversation in Public Life
Setting a landmark moment for Irish language visibility The inauguration of Catherine Connolly as a public figure signals more than a routine political appointment. It marks a potentially pivotal moment for the Irish language’s role in public life. After years of cultural milestones — from the film The Quiet Girl’s global success to the rise…
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Mitch Brown slams Bailey Smith over homophobic post at Geelong Mad Monday
The controversy erupts at Geelong Mad Monday A social media flare-up from Geelong star Bailey Smith has prompted a sharp public response from Mitch Brown, who labeled the posts homophobic. Brown, who is recognized by many as the AFL’s first openly bisexual player, used his social platforms to address the matter after Geelong’s Mad Monday…