Parents heartbroken after 23-year-old Irishman is ‘killed in action’ in Ukraine
“Rory’s memory will live on” A 23-year-old Irishman has been ‘killed in action in Ukraine. Rory Mason sadly passed away on September 28th. His family found out the heartbreaking news from the Department of Foreign Affairs. The Department of Foreign Affairs is supporting Rory’s family at this time. 23-year-old Rory enlisted in March 2021. According […]
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Nearly 12,000 Ukrainian children have been enrolled in Irish schools
Most Ukrainian children are attending schools in Dublin. Nearly 12,000 Ukrainian children have enrolled in schools across the country. According to the Department of Education, most children are attending schools in Cork, Kerry, and Dublin. 7,400 Ukrainian children have enrolled in primary schools in Ireland. 4,400 children have enrolled in secondary schools. Most Ukrainian pupils […]
4 years ago
Government approves €400 monthly payment for households who take in Ukrainian refugees
Households will have to wait a few months for a first payment. Households hosting Ukrainian refugees will now be given a monthly payment of €400, it has been confirmed. Coalition leaders and Ministers made the decision on Thursday evening at a sub-committee meeting, during which accommodation and education for refugees were discussed. The agreement was made […]
4 years ago
Russian pre-school children are dressed as tanks and soldiers for Victory Day
Victory Day is a major public holiday in Russia This is hard to watch. Our hearts and minds have raced for the children of Ukraine in these last tumultuous months, but it’s not lost on us either how this war must be affecting the children of Russia. What messages are being sent to them? And […]
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Young Ukrainians show the reality of war through TikTok
The app is providing a first-hand look at the violence. Many young people are using TikTok to chronicle their daily lives in Ukraine throughout the war. The platform, widely known for its viral dances and beauty hacks, is now giving people a look into the heart of the conflict. In fact, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy actually […]
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Up to €400 a month to be offered to Irish households hosting Ukrainian refugees
Official plans could be announced within the next week. Irish households will be paid up to €400 a month for hosting Ukrainian refugees, according to reports. The measure is designed to help with the overall cost of the process, including household utility bills, with plans to implement the payment currently being discussed at Government level. […]
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