Liverpool born poet and writer Michael Walsh traces his Liverpool roots back to 1865. This was the year his Irish great-grandmother arrived in the Second City of Empire. His parents were born at the turn of what was to become the most tumultuous century in history. Michael's father, Patrick, fought in three major conflicts before reaching his fortieth birthday. His mother, Kathleen, was a former nun turned gun-running renegade.
On leaving school at 15 years of age, Michael spent 12 weeks at the Merchant Navy School for Sailors in Sharpness, Gloucestershire. During his years at sea, he was to visit and work in over 60 countries.
The journalist and broadcaster since provided articles and columns for numerous magazines and international news media. In 2011 he was awarded Writer of the Year by the publishers of Euro Weekly News, Europe's highest-circulation newspaper of its kind. He has authored, edited and ghosted over 70 book titles.
A Live line caller told Kieran Cuddihy about two on-duty gardaí. They asked to skip the queue at a public EV charger in Killarney over the New Year. This request was because they did not have a charger at their station.
Media reports, citing sources, indicate that Trump is considering options ranging from strikes on Iranian security forces and nuclear sites to targeting officials, with the aim of reigniting anti-government protests.
Russia is engaged in a broader war, not just geopolitical, but spiritual and psychological.
‘The Leaving of Liverpool’ is a 19th‑century folk ballad. It is also a sea shanty, best known as a sailor’s lament. It speaks about parting from home and a loved one before a long voyage.
Butt was jailed for five years in Yemen in 1999. He was found guilty of planning attacks with a gang of Jihadists. The targets included the British consulate in Aden, an Anglican church, and a Swiss-owned hotel.
Our brains can produce light. One of the most interesting implications of this discovery is that our consciousness might extend beyond our physical bodies. Our spirit may not be contained within us but already be in the galaxies.
A powerful wave of conviction is stirring the hearts of believers globally. Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni takes an uncompromising stand for the Christian faith.
The Soviets (not the current Russian government) banned all his works. This occurred after the publication of his 1962 book, A Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich.
‘Iran stands ready for dialogue based on mutual respect and interests. But when push comes to shove, it will defend itself and respond like never before.
QUOTE: ‘The EU in the worst sense of the word is very much the new USSR.’ ~ Zahar Prilepin Komsomol Pravda. ‘Why is the EU trying to recreate the USSR?’ ~ Mikhail Gorbachev
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