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Consequence of a no-pact exit so serious as to force ‘pause’ on Article 50 departure process

Garda swoop nets cocaine haul in Drimnagh area of Dublin Gardaí from the Crumlin Drugs Unit have seized cocaine, cash and cannabis and arrested one man during an operation this afternoon in Drimnagh, Dublin.

Suspect arrested after narcotics valued at €64,000 found along with cash and cannabis

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Michael D Higgins says Mr Annan has left an indelible legacy through his work at the UN

Neo-Nazis clash with protesters in Berlin on Hess anniversary Far-right supporters hold a banner reading “I regret nothing” in a demonstration commemorating the death of Rudolf Hess. Photograph: EPA

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Belgian star sets up winning goal for Marcos Alonso in tight London derby

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The story of Rosie sheds light on the plight of the estimated 1,000 people forced into homes

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