National

Dublin Junkies ‘Ruining’ Tourist Photo Opportunities

Sennan Greene, Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

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A number of complaints have been received by the Tourist Board in the past few days from concerned Dublin citizens and foreigners visiting the city in relation to numerous photo opportunities being spoiled by ‘dirty-looking delinquents and gear heads’ clinging to famous Irish landmarks.

Landlord Impaled On For Rent Sign

Spellcheck Brophy, Thursday, August 19th, 2010

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A number of pedestrians on the main street of Rathmines in Dubin yesterday were witness to a horrific accident. Landlord Joey Vickers, was attempting to erect a For Rent sign on the front of one of his properties when the wind blew up causing him to fall and become completely impaled on the sign.

Government Announce €20 Million Bunting Stimulus Package

Pink OToole, Friday, August 13th, 2010

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The Irish Government last night announced a €20 milion bunting stimulus package to failed suburban real estate projects around the country. The initiative hopes to encourage reluctant first-time house buyers to commit to a purchase and a long-term mortgage.

‘Mild Racism Crucial to Economic Recovery’ Claims Irish Government

Davey Blue, Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

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With jobs at a premium and refugee applicants at an all-time high, the government have told the citizens of Ireland that slight acts of racism can actually increase growth in the economy.

Cowan Spotted Canvassing for the Socialist Workers Party

Rudolfo Peras, Thursday, August 5th, 2010

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Fianna Fail backbenchers were at odds last night to explain their leader’s support for the fringe opposition during a 'meet the people' canvass session in Limerick City yesterday.

Gorillas in the Shits: Dublin Zoo Animals Lose Jobs to Humans

Rudolfo Peras, Wednesday, August 4th, 2010

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The recession hit Dublin Zoo this week when management began implementing changes in accordance with the government stance on filling 'animal jobs' with Irish citizens first.

Rogue Chugger Alert

Whee Hom Sum, Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

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The Garda have issued a warning to Irish pedestrians to be wary of so-called ‘chuggers’ (charity muggers) and have asked the public to report any signs of overly friendly people on the main streets of Ireland’s main cities.

Ireland to Present First Ever ‘How to Manage Your Own Shit’ Convention

Spellcheck Brophy, Friday, July 30th, 2010

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Following the plastic bag levy and the breakfast roll Ireland looks set to score another first by becoming the first country in the world to organise a ‘How to manage your own shit’ convention.

Painting Bought at Car Boot Sale for $27 Million Only Worth $3.99

Davey Blue, Thursday, July 29th, 2010

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“I was sure it looked like a Picasso,” said owner Doug Minhouse. “So I presumed it would sell for at least double what I had paid for it. Never in my wildest dreams did I believe it would be worth so little.”

Irish Government Promise Packed Lunches For All Parting Emigrants

Davey Blue, Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

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With the Irish unemployment rate reaching 13.4% last week, Taoiseach Brian Cowen has all but given up on trying to keep the young workers in Ireland and is concentrating on making sure they arrive safely in their new country.

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