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Storm Isha Diverts Dozens of Flights From England and Ireland

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Storm Isha Diverts Dozens of Flights From England and Ireland

Ferocious winds forced pilots to abort landings and divert passengers hundreds of miles from their original destinations.

By Amanda Holpuch and Remy Tumin

Sinead O’Connor Died of Natural Causes, Coroner Says

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Sinead O’Connor Died of Natural Causes, Coroner Says

The Irish singer-songwriter, known for her powerful, evocative voice, died at 56 at a residence in London in July.

By Alex Marshall

Shane MacGowan: Raising a Farewell Pint in Dublin Pubs

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Shane MacGowan: Raising a Farewell Pint in Dublin Pubs

The Pogues singer, who died Thursday, took traditional Irish music in a new direction. Most people in Ireland loved him for it.

By Ed OLoughlin

Searching for Brian Friel, and His Mythical Ballybeg

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Searching for Brian Friel, and His Mythical Ballybeg

Irish Repertory Theater’s season-long survey of the playwright’s work prompted our reporter to seek out the Irish town that inspired the imaginary site of so many of his plays.

By Laura Collins-Hughes