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Irish Parliament To Confirm Simon Harris As New PM

Simon Harris will be formally appointed as Ireland's prime minister by parliament on Tuesday, replacing Leo Varadkar after he abruptly quit last month citing personal and political reasons.

International Business Times

‘Always in a hurry’: the rapid rise of Simon Harris, Ireland’s ‘TikTok taoiseach’

A ‘meticulous door knocker’ as a councillor in 2009, 37-year-old is now poised to become Ireland’s youngest PM

The Guardian - UK

How Spain and Ireland became the EU’s sharpest critics of Israel

Each time Madrid and Dublin speak out on the war in Gaza others are emboldened to join them, sources say

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Israeli AI Technology Used to Identify 37,000 Hamas Targets

Israeli AI tech identifies 37,000 Hamas targets, showcasing advancements in their military.

International Business Times UK

Sporting leaders, racing waiters and lots of rescued cats – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

Monday briefing: Why Vladimir Putin won’t link Islamic State to Moscow terror attack

In today’s newsletter: As Russia mourns, the president is ignoring evidence of Islamic State’s responsibility – and instead hinting at a link to Ukraine

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris Named Fine Gael Leader, Set To Become Taoiseach

Simon Harris named new leader of Fine Gael, set to become youngest Taoiseach in Irish history at 37, succeeding Leo Varadkar.

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Simon Harris to become Ireland’s youngest prime minister

Higher education minister will become taoiseach in April after shock resignation of Leo Varadkar

The Guardian - UK

Morning Digest | Russia says 60 dead in concert attack in Moscow, Islamic State claims responsibility; Maldives Prez seeks debt relief from India amid strained ties, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 23, 2024.

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The Guardian - UK

Shy, complex and a political outsider: Leo Varadkar confounded the Brexiters – and everyone else

He lacked the gifts to succeed in the bearpit of Irish politics, yet did. And he escapes the battle that looms for his successor, says journalist Tommie Gorman

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Leo Varadkar: he stood firm against Brexit’s threat

Editorial: Ireland’s taoiseach resigned because his political touch is weakening. But he deserves Britain’s gratitude

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris confirms he will run for Irish PM as party rushes to back him

Nearly half of Fine Gael parliamentary party endorses 37-year-old as string of potential rivals rule themselves out

Al Jazeera

Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

A disastrous referendum result on modernising definitions of ‘family’ and women’s roles was a major factor.

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International Business Times

Irish PM Resignation: What Happens Next?

Leo Varadkar's announcement that he is stepping down as Ireland's prime minister has triggered a leadership contest in his Fine Gael party.

Evening Standard

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”

The Guardian - UK

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

The Guardian - AU

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

International Business Times

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.

The Guardian - UK

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

International Business Times

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.

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