Tag: Ireland
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Mpox infections have been reported for the first time since the spring In Ireland, but Covid cases are decreasing
The first instances of mpox in Ireland have been discovered since late April, however reported Covid-19 infections continue to decline.
Photo credit Photo by George A. Healy. Pictured is Cathal Kerrigan who tells his story of family with a photograph taken at the ‘Irish Quilt Tour: An AIDS Memorial’ in 1991. The photograph shows Cathal, his mother, Margaret, and Áine Casey, in Cork City Hall, at the event.
A brand-new display honours LGBTQ+ families in Ireland
Today marks the debut of a brand-new online exhibition showcasing the variety of family life in Ireland. Five LGBTQ+ families’ stories are shared in the exhibition «ReCollecting the Irish Family».
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Gay Louth couple beaten by a mob of teenagers recount the homophobic hate crime, saying, «They threatened to kill us»
According to the LGBTQ couple who were the victims of a frightening attack by youngsters in Drogheda, community resources rather than jail time would be preferred.
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Police in Belfast split apart demonstrators over transgender issues
Two opposing groups have been kept apart by police at various transgender-related events in Belfast’s downtown.
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The Taoiseach and Tánaiste support the inclusion of trans issues in primary school curricula
Both the Taoiseach and the Tánaiste have supported the inclusion of transgender identity issues in the new primary school curriculum, putting them at odds with primary school administrators.
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Garda investigations Cork armed attack of transgender woman
An alleged hate crime involving the beating of a transgender lady by men carrying crutches is being investigated by the Garda in Cork City.