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Why is Leo Varadkar resigning? Taoiseach officially steps down

In his opening comments, Varadkar stated that his reasons for stepping down were both “personal and political”

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Thursday briefing: Could a generational smoking ban help the UK kick the habit forever?

In today’s newsletter: A new UK parliamentary bill is designed to end smoking in a generation – here’s how it would work

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Morning Mail: the ‘impossible’ housing dream, gas supply warning, oil bosses scorn renewables ‘fantasy’

Data shows affordable housing is a thing of the past in Australia’s eastern capitals; states could face gas shortages as production switches to exports

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Varadkar: Harsh Political Reality Brings Down 'Zeitgeist' Irish Leader

Mixed-race and openly gay, Leo Varadkar captured the spirit of a liberalising Ireland when he became prime minister at just 38 years old, but shifting sentiments and disastrous recent referendums have ended his dream.

International Business Times

Leo Varadkar: Irish leader caps off legacy of firsts with shock departure

First gay taoiseach, who won social-reform victories and proved wily amid Brexit, faced uncertain future

The Guardian - UK

Irish PM Leo Varadkar Announces Shock Resignation

Leo Varadkar on Wednesday announced that he was stepping down as Ireland's prime minister and leader of the Fine Gael party in the governing coalition, citing "personal and political" reasons.

International Business Times

Ireland's prime minister, Leo Varadkar, has resigned

Leo Varadkar announced he will step down as taoiseach, or prime minister, within weeks as soon as his Fine Gael party chooses a successor.

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Ireland's Prime Minister Leo Varadkar Announces Resignation

Leo Varadkar, Ireland's youngest prime minister and first gay leader, announces resignation, paving way for successor.

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Ireland's Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, who made history as his country's first gay and first biracial leader, announced Wednesday that he is stepping down for reasons that he said were both personal and political.

France 24

Ireland’s PM Leo Varadkar announces resignation

Varadkar says the reasons for him stepping down as the leader of the governing Fine Gael party are ‘mainly political’.

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Leo Varadkar to step down as Irish prime minister and party leader

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar is to stand down from the position and will step down as Fine Gael party leader.

Evening Standard

Ireland's Varadkar To Step Down As Prime Minister

Leo Varadkar's decision to step down as Ireland's Prime Minister brings changes to the country's political landscape.

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🔴Live: Hamas number three killed by Israeli operation, US says

Israel killed the Hamas militant group’s third-in-command Marwan Issa last week, the White House said Monday, after Israel previously said he had been targeted in a Gaza airstrike but did not confirm his death. In a phone call earlier Monday, US President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu…

France 24

Palestinians 'Need The Bombs To Stop,' Irish PM Says At White House

Palestinians "need the bombs to stop," Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said Sunday as he made an impassioned plea for a ceasefire in Gaza, speaking during a St Patrick's Day reception at the White House.

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US And Ireland Leaders Discuss Gaza Conflict On St. Patrick's Day

US President Joe Biden and Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar discuss Gaza conflict during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, emphasizing the need for peace and hum...

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Boston Celebrates St. Patrick's Day With Parades And Festivities

Boston and Washington celebrate St. Patrick's Day with parades, events, and festivities, honoring Irish heritage.

International Business Times

Joe Biden Ridicules Donald Trump, Calls Him 'Too Old, Mentally Unfit'

Biden also expressed concerns about the threat to democracy posed by Trump's continued false claims about the 2020 election.

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Biden's Campaign Amasses Record 5M Cash For 2024

President Biden's campaign leads in fundraising with 5 million cash on hand for 2024 election, contrasting with Trump's financial situation.

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President Biden Roasts Trump At Gridiron Club Dinner

President Biden's humorous and critical remarks at Gridiron Club dinner address Trump, democracy, and press freedom, showcasing bipartisan camaraderie.

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‘He’s lost my vote’: Many Irish Americans turn against Biden over Gaza war

A series of protests on St Patrick’s Day points to the threat Biden faces from the loss of a key vote in swing states.

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Biden jokes that one presidential candidate is mentally unfit — and it's not him

President Biden was speaking at the annual Gridiron Club and Foundation Dinner, the first time he has attended during his presidency. Vice President Kamala Harris and other big names were there too.

The Guardian - UK

‘Longing for home’: letters of Irish emigrants to US reveal 400 years of trials and triumphs

A collection of more than 7,000 letters will form a publicly accessible digital archive that offers a window to the past

The Guardian - AU

Middle East crisis: ceasefire talks ‘expected to resume on Sunday’ – as it happened

Source tells Reuters that discussions would cover issues including prisoner-hostage exchanges and humanitarian aid

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President Biden Celebrates St. Patrick's Day With Irish Prime Minister

President Biden and Irish PM Varadkar celebrate St. Patrick's Day early, highlighting strong US-Ireland ties and commitment to cooperation.

The Guardian - US

Biden says Schumer made ‘good speech’ in breaking with Benjamin Netanyahu

President also condemns US surge in Islamophobia in comments that could portend broader shift in sentiment towards Gaza war

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