Indigenous Protesters Disrupt COP30 Climate Summit
Indigenous protesters, concerned about ongoing forest development, forced their way into the COP30 climate summit, resulting in clashes with security personnel. (Reuters)
Political and Public Events in Ireland
Inauguration of President-elect Catherine Connolly
Catherine Connolly arrived at Dublin Castle for her inauguration. The event drew various attendees. (Videos by Bryan O'Brien and Enda O'Dowd)
Reflections on President Michael D. Higgins
"Michael D. Higgins challenged the non-political nature of the presidency throughout his 14-year term," reported Naomi O'Leary.
President Higgins made his final planned public appearance at a Remembrance Sunday service in St. Patrick's Cathedral. (Video by Enda O'Dowd)
Media and Political Commentary
"Ivan Yates stated he ‘broke no rules’ in the controversy surrounding Jim Gavin's media coaching," said David McCullagh in an interview.
A leading political communications trainer demonstrated techniques amid the Fianna Fáil coaching controversy. Reporter Harry McGee experienced one of these sessions.
Parliamentary Discussion and Public Issues
TD Richard Boyd-Barrett, speaking in the Dáil after cancer treatment, called for greater investment in linear accelerators.
Cliff Taylor reviewed a new Department of Finance report examining how Ireland's younger generation may face increased taxes.
Additional News
Footage captured flooding in Bantry earlier this morning.
Author's summary: Indigenous activists disrupted COP30 protesting forest development, while in Ireland, political events and public health concerns dominated recent coverage.
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