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Limerick duo named on Ireland swim team for European Championships in Poland
A NUMBER of Limerick swimmers have been included on the 13-strong Ireland team for the European Aquatics Championships (25m) from December 2 to December 7 in Lublin, Poland. There are three senior international debutants on the team, including...
Durban Bridgerton Candlelight Concert promises a night of iconic music
Whispers have reached this author’s ear of an evening soon to unfold in the fair city of Durban, an affair so enchanting that even Queen Charlotte herself would surely give her nod of approval. Candlelight Concerts, known for transforming ordinary...
As if! How Clueless changed high school fashion forever
Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size More than 30 years on, the hit Hollywood teen comedy Clueless is remembered for more than just...
Polish 'stalker' who claimed she was Madeleine McCann breaks down in court after telling how she remembered being 'taken, abused and held with other girls'
A Polish woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann broke down in court as she told how she remembered being 'taken, abused and held with other girls'. Julia Wandelt spoke through tears as she described what she said were 'genuine memories'. She...
Polish opposition suspends former ministers over suspect land sale
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Optoma’s newest projector hits the sweet spot between movie night and multiplayer mode
TL;DR The new Optoma UHZ58LV delivers 4K UHD resolution and HDR10+ support with a dual-laser light source. For gamers, it offers a 240 Hz refresh rate (1080p) and ~8.5 ms input lag. The projector is priced at $2,299. The newest Optoma UHZ58LV...
Fidesz doubles down on Polish right-wing ties as state-to-state relations stay frosty
BUDAPEST – Hungary’s ruling Fidesz party is openly tightening its links with Poland’s main opposition party Law and Justice – even as official relations between the two governments sink to their worst point in years. On Monday evening, former...
entertainment One Ok Rock, Kwon Eun-bi, Accusefive: Singapore concert calendar for 2025 and 2026
2024 came and went with some amazing acts visiting Singapore, from American songstress Taylor Swift, classic rockers Deep Purple, Cantopop king Andy Lau and Mandopop's Jay Chou, to Blackpink's Lisa and K-pop group Stray Kids. Here's how 2025's...
Polish woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann tells stalking trial she still questions her identity
She said she was in hospital in the summer of 2022 when she spoke to her father, who told her the man who abused her had “been involved in kidnapping” The alleged stalker of Madeleine McCann’s family has told her trial that she is still...
Polish far right criticises introduction of Ukrainian as option in high-school leaving exams
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Kolkata Film Fest to Feature 215 Films from 39 Countries
Kolkata Film Fest to Feature 215 Films from 39 CountriesKolkata- A total of 215 films from 39 countries will be screened at the 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF), which will be held from November 6-13 at 21 theatres across Kolkata,...
At this year’s KIFF, spotlight on Poland; special tribute to Sholay
The week-long 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) will commence on November 6. Poland will be the spotlight country for the film festival this time, with 19 Polish films set to be screened.Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Aroop...
Poland secures return of stolen artwork that appeared for auction in Denmark
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Why do Georgians choose Poland as their migration destination in the 21st century?
Relations between Poland and Georgia have always been strong but have often been subject to historical oversight. However, recent years have witnessed increasing acknowledgement of these bonds, with connections only set to grow in the future....
Suno just replaced its free AI music model with v4.5-all – and it’s faster, richer, and way more expressive
Suno's new free v4.5-All music model offers dramatically improved speed, sound, and vocal quality v4.5-All brings pro-level music creation to everyday users with no subscription required The move comes as competition among AI music toolmakers...
Every queer baker, host & guest who's made 'The Great British Bake Off' extra sweet
Sandro Farmhouse, John Whaite, and Janusz DomagałaJeff Spicer/WireImage; Mike Marsland/WireImage; Nicky J Sims/Getty ImagesWhen you think of Great Britain, a few things spring to mind. Big Ben tolling and handsome guards standing perfectly still...
Wales Women’s wait for a win goes on following home loss to Poland
Wales captain Angharad James (Credit: Sgorio) Wales’ winless run was extended to 11 matches as they slipped to a 5-2 friendly defeat to impressive Poland at Rodney Parade. Elise Hughes gave Wales an early lead before goals from Nadia Krezyman and...
Washington STEM Academy Welcomes Wagon Wheel’s Artist In Residence
Staff Report Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts launched its first-ever Artist in Residence program this fall. Abigail Storm, who appeared in many of the shows during Wagon Wheel’s summer season, kicked off Washington STEM Academy’s Hornet Heroes...
K21 Health Foundation Awards Grant To Wagon Wheel Center For The Arts For Conservatory Renovation
Staff Report K21 Health Foundation (K21) awarded a grant to Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts to support upgrades to its conservatory, located next to the main theater at 2517 E. Center St., Warsaw. The funding will help transform the conservatory...
Winners of Astra Film Festival 2025
SIBIU: The Romanian/French coproduction Still Nia by Paula Oneț won Best Romanian Documentary at the Astra Film Festival. The Dutch coproduction Kabul, Between Prayers by Aboozar Amini won the Emerging Voices competition. My Dear Théo (Ukraine,...