Veteran Irish Rights Advocate Resigns from European Watchdog, Decries Inaction on Gaza Crisis

DUBLIN, Ireland — A veteran human rights advocate has resigned from his influential post at a major European organization, citing its inaction regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as a key reason for his departure. Michael Farrell, who dedicated 14 years to the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI), expressed deep disappointment over the body’s reluctance to address what he considers an urgent and critical issue. Farrell argued that ignoring the situation in Gaza undermines the organization’s integrity and respect on other human rights matters. “You cannot work in an organization committed to human … Read more

American Lawyer Duped Out of €750K by Phantom Irish Law Firm in Elaborate Romance Scam

Dublin, Ireland — An American lawyer has reportedly lost over €750,000 in a complex romance scam anchored by a fictitious Irish law firm, sparking a serious warning from legal regulators. The beleaguered lawyer, residing in New Jersey, fell prey to the elaborate fraud after engaging with an individual on a dating website. The scam centered on the non-existent “Rowan and Walsh Law,” which falsely claimed to operate out of Dublin. Documents presented to the lawyer appeared legitimate and convinced him to send money to assist in retrieving and selling supposed valuable diamonds stored in Ireland. … Read more

Irish Creative Excellence Takes Center Stage: Five Projects Advance in The Immortal Awards 2024

Dublin, Ireland – The Immortal Awards, a prestigious competition celebrating outstanding achievements in commercial creativity, recently held its Irish jury day in Dublin, marking a significant phase in this year’s judging process. The event, which took place on October 1st, was a gathering of some of Ireland’s most innovative creative professionals. Supported by notable industry names including Brill Building, Banjoman, and Screen Scene, the session aimed to spotlight exceptional Irish creative projects. During this in-person event, the jury, composed of a diverse group of esteemed local creatives, reviewed 18 shortlisted projects. These projects, which had … Read more