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Ireland (pronounced&_160;/'a?rl?nd/&_160; ( listen), locally&_160;['a?l?nd]; Irish Éire, pronounced&_160;['e????]&_160; ( listen)) is a country in north-western Europe. The modern sovereign state occupies about five-sixths of the island of Ireland, which was partitioned on 3 May 1921.^[7] It is a parliamentary democracy and a republic. It is bordered by Northern Ireland to the north east, the Irish Sea to the east, St George's Channel to the south-east, the Celtic Sea to the south and by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and north. The name of the state is Ireland, while the description the Republic of Ireland is sometimes used.^[8]

The Irish Free State state was established in 1922,^[9] as a dominion within the British Commonwealth, and gained increasing sovereignty through the Statute of Westminster and the abdication crisis of 1936.^[10] A new constitution was introduced^[11] in 1937 that declared an entirely sovereign state and named it simply as Ireland.^[12] In 1949 the last formal link with the UK^[13] was severed when Ireland became a republic and left the British Commonwealth,^[14] having already ceased to participate in that organisation for several years.

During British rule and initial independence Ireland was one of the poorest countries in Western Europe and had high emigration but in contrast to many other states in the period remained financially solvent as a result of low government expenditure. The protectionist economy was opened in the late 1950s and Ireland joined the European Economic Community (now the European Union) in 1973. An economic crisis led Ireland to start large-scale economic reforms in the late 1980s. Ireland reduced taxation and regulation dramatically compared to other EU countries.^[15]

Ranked as the 31^st economic power in the world, Ireland today has the sixth highest gross domestic product per capita and the eighth highest per capita considering purchasing power parity,^[16][17] and has the fifth highest Human Development Index rank in the world. The country also boasts the highest quality of life in the world, ranking first in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Quality-of-life index. Ireland was ranked sixth on the Global Peace Index. Ireland also has high rankings for its education system, political freedom and civil rights, press freedom (ranked first in 2009) and economic freedom (ranked fourth in 2009); it is also ranked fifth from bottom on the Failed States Index, being one of the most "Sustainable" states in the world. Ireland is a member of the EU, the OECD, and the UN.

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1. World Cup Qualifier- France qualifies to the World Cup by beating Ireland November 20, 2009 France qualified for the World Cup after beating the Republic of Ireland with an overall 2-1, with a draw in the second leg 1-1. The game took place in the Stade de France on Wednesday. The match took a dramatic turn when France, stuck behind Ireland 1-0 for most of the match, scored a questionable goal after an illicit move by Thierry Henry during the extra time. The game determined which team would enter the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, and Ireland entered with high hopes; the Republic hadn’t classified for the last World Cup, in Germany in 2004. Ireland lost the first leg of... (read more) Author: Audrey Nolan

2. Head for a Night Out in Dublin November 03, 2009 If you're searching for the next big party city but are bound by the throes of the recession, there's a lot to be said for staying close to home when it comes to jetting off for a wild holiday. If you don't wish expensive flights to figure in with your costs because that money can clearly be spent on better things, why not consider heading to Dublin for your next big weekend in a new city? Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, is known as a fantastic party town and there are many good reasons why. It's estimated that as much as 50 per cent of Dublin inhabitants are under the age o... (read more) Author: Daniel Collins

3. A quantity of Memorable Moments for the Euro Millions Lottery October 13, 2009 The Euro lottery was in the beginning formulated by the main lotteries of Spain the UK and France and was launched on Saturday 7th of February 2004. The opening draw was on Friday the 13th of February 2004 in Paris. France Spain and The United Kingdom were the only countries taking position firstly but lotteries from Austria, Belgium, the Republic of Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal and Switzerland also became involved in October 2004. The Euro lotto or the Euro lottery, as it is named these days, collects the ticket collections of all nine participating European populations resulting in a ... (read more) Author: Manish Ahuja

4. 1 or 2 Cars in Britain OR Ireland! October 08, 2009 1 or 2 cars in Britain/Ireland When travelling between the mainland UK and the Republic of Ireland on a driving holiday, a decision that needs to be made, is whether to use a separate rental in each country, or to use the same car and take it across on the ferry. The ultimate factors in your decision will no doubt be the convenience of using one car, compared to the cost, which can often be dearer compared to two separate rentals. This does differ by supplier, but in general, most tend to follow these rules: Collecting in mainland UK, travelling into Ireland, and returning to U... (read more) Author: Car Guru

5. A Dublin break October 02, 2009 There are a fair few European cities that can attract tourists with their historical heritage, many tourist attractions, good food, nightlife and liveliness. One of which is Dublin, the proud capital of the Republic of Ireland. Dublin has thrived and has become quite a wealthy place; there are a selection of modern shops, tasteful restaurants and trendy bars. Dublin is known to be very energetic, with many of the young people visiting for a relaxing weekend or an eventful holiday. Dublin really does have a lot to offer tourists. Whenever you plan to visit Dublin, be sure to pack a few b... (read more) Author: Michael Wade

6. Starting a Pension Plan August 03, 2009 Many people currently working in the Republic of Ireland are failing to plan adequately for their retirement. The first thing to consider is, of course, starting a pension plan; it’s been estimated that up to 46% of the population do not currently have a pension plan in place. The state pension is currently providing pensioners with €11,976 per year, so failure to plan for retirement could see much of the population living below the poverty line. These figures are unusual given the many benefits that come with having a pension which are not necessarily available when making other fo... (read more) Author: Rochelle Martinez

7. Irish car market June 14, 2009 With the global recession hitting every one of us hard, it is no wonder that new car sales are down by over 60% in the republic of Ireland since January 1st to date. This is not going to change in the near future either. Those that have money will not go out splurging it on expensive new cars (what will the neighbors say) and are adopting the attitude of wait and see what happens in the economy. Those that have used cars are also not changing their car unless its knackered or crashed and are repairing it instead. Ask any mechanic and he will tell you he has never been busier. So too are all ... (read more) Author: mihai jepan

8. be Broadband Internet May 19, 2009 Be Broadband originated in October 2004. It started out as a private owned Internet Service Provider. As of June 2006 the company was brought by the O2 group which is a large corporation that dominates networks in the UK, Ireland and some parts of Germany and Czech Republic. They serve over 35 million people all over Europe. The Be Broadband name came about through the company’s vision to offer services that will enhance other’s ability to be the best they can be. They have fast broadband, 24 hour customer service, wireless connections and online account management. There are two fast Int... (read more) Author: Caroline Telford

9. Tips to choose high quality golf bags March 27, 2009 Golf is a very interesting and popular game, in which players using many types of clubs including woods, ions and putters attempt to hit the balls into each hole on a golf course. The countries with most golf courses per capita, starting with the best endowed were: Scotland, New Zealand, Australia, Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Canada, Wales, United States, Sweden, and England (countries with fewer than 500,000 people were excluded. Variety of Golf Bags: Bags are an indispensable part of Golf. To be a real Golf player one must not only be a good player but should be well equipped wi... (read more) Author: jessica thomson

10. Celebrate St Patricks Day in Ireland March 09, 2009 St. Pat’s is a bank holiday in Northern Ireland and a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland and Montserrat, on 17 March. In Canada, Great Britain, Australia, the United States and New Zealand it is widely celebrated, but not an official holiday. Celebrations take place from 12 to 17 March in Ireland, where it is known colloquially as St. Paddy's Day or Paddy's Day. The holiday celebrates Saint Patrick (circa 385–461 AD), one of the patron saints of Ireland. Celebrations are generally themed around all things Irish and, by association, the colour green. Many celebrate the holiday by we... (read more) Author: Simon Macsis

11. O2 Extraordinary Contract Mobile Phones March 02, 2009 O2 mobile was formed in 2001, as the result of merger from British Telecom of its former mobile business, BT Wireless. O2 is a leading company of UK, and also the part of the Telefónica O2 Europe group that comprises integrated fixed/mobile businesses in the UK, Ireland, Germany, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. All of them use O2 as their consumer brand. O2 mobile is a leading provider of mobile phones and broadband services to consumers and businesses in the UK. O2 phones is the leader in non-voice services, including text, media messaging, games, music and video, as well as data connecti... (read more) Author: carlodanie jenne

12. Travel tips to European Countries: Iceland February 27, 2009 About the county Officially known as the Republic of Iceland, is located in northwestern Europe. It comprises of the island of Iceland and its outlying small islands in the northern Atlantic Ocean between Greenland, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, and the Faroe Islands. Iceland’s glassy glaciers, hot thermal springs, spectacular geysers, active volcanoes, lava fields, stunning waterfalls and snow-capped mountains, indeed makes it the original 'land of fire and ice'. Iceland is a very large island with a unique landscape which is rugged and colorful with black lava, red sulfur, hot blue g... (read more) Author: Nicholas Tan

13. The History of The Irish Lottery January 16, 2009 The Irish Lottery is a much overlooked lottery game played in the Republic of Ireland, but it is one that – when compared with most other national lotteries – provides lottery enthusiasts with the best chance of winning. But there are also other advantages of playing the Irish Lottery. It is important to understand that the Irish Lottery is no new kid on the block. The Irish Lottery was launched over twenty years ago - in March 1987, to be precise - and this means that the venture runs very smoothly, both from a technical and administrative point of view. The main Irish Lottery game re... (read more) Author: Andrew Regan

14. European Lotto December 04, 2008 Euro Millions lottery was in the beginning devised by the national lotteries of France, Spain and the United Kingdom and was launched in February 2004. The initial draw was on Friday the 13th of February 2004 in Paris. The United Kingdom, France and Spain were the only three countries taking part initially but lotteries from Austria, Belgium, the Republic of Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal and Switzerland also became involved in October 2004. The EuroMillions lottery or the European lottery, as it is commonly branded, gathers the stakes of the nine participating European nations result... (read more) Author: Mr Lee

15. Should the Republic of Ireland Reduce VAT? December 02, 2008 News is emerging that concerned border towns in Ireland are calling for Finance minister Brian Lenihan to cut VAT by 6% from 21% to 15% in line with the UK’s announced VAT rate change. Irish towns that border with the UK run the risk of shoppers deciding to take advantage of the strong exchange rate and the lower VAT rate in the UK and doing their christmas shopping across the border. Lenihan has admitted that the large numbers of Republican shoppers travelling north to shop in Northern Ireland was making things “very, very difficult” but as of yet has not annouced any plans to reduce the... (read more) Author: Liam Wiltshire

16. The Euro Millions Lottery | An Overview November 29, 2008 The EuroMillions was in the beginning set up by the national lotteries of France, Spain and the United Kingdom and was launched on Saturday The 7th of February 2004. The first Euro Millions lottery draw occurred on February 13th 2004 in Paris. The UK, France and Spain were the only three countries taking part at the start but lotteries from Austria, Belgium, the Republic of Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal and Switzerland also became involved in October 2004. The Euro Millions lottery or the Euro lottery, as it is frequently branded, pools the stakes of all 9 participating European count... (read more) Author: Gavin Evans

17. Tour and Travel Guide to Ireland Traveler November 21, 2008 Ireland is the third largest island in the Europe and the twentieth biggest island in the world. It is located in the North Western part of continental Europe and has hundreds of islets and islands. It is a preferred tourist destination for many visitors across the globe; there are very many reasons of its immense popularity as a vacation destination. These include various attractions like castles located in the Republic of Ireland including County Clare Bunratty Castle Dysert O’Dea Castle Knappogue Castle Leamaneagh Castle, notable Irish buildings and much more. You will be astounded with the... (read more) Author: David Shang

18. Advokat For Libelled Lecturer Gets Ten Thousand Pound Award October 13, 2008 Advokat Mark Manley, from Brabners Chaffe Streets, has gotten his client, Dr, Tom McMaster, an award for ten thousand pounds for libel. The suit was filed against Dr. McMaster's employer, the University of Salford. The problems all began when Dr. McMaster attended a conference a few years ago in the Republic of Ireland. Rather than use public transportation at a higher cost to travel to the conference, Dr. McMaster asked for and received permission to travel to the conference by boat with friends of his, the okay being given by his research director. When the conference was over, Dr. McMaster ... (read more) Author: Remy Na

19. Trace Dublin's Literary Legends with a Trip to the Capital September 30, 2008 Home to three Nobel Prize winners and a plethora of internationally recognised writers, Dublin - the capital city of the Republic of Ireland - is globally renowned for its literary legends. With many of the city’s sights dedicated to the celebration of its writers, there are a plethora of tours, museums and interactive experiences ready to guide you through the history of Dublin’s home-grown talent, which dates back over one thousand years. Indeed, the Book of Kells - a manuscript transcribed by Celtic monks, is believed to be one of the best of its kind in existence and was written a... (read more) Author: Paul McIndoe

20. The Significance of the Celtic Cross July 30, 2008 There are many places in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland where you will see large numbers of Celtic crosses. Many people confuse the Celtic cross with the High Cross and the Irish Memorial Cross, but it is completely different. The image of this cross is that of a conventional Latin cross with a circle connecting the stem and the arms. One usually associates this as a symbol of the Irish missionaries, but since they are found in England, Scotland and Wales as well as Ireland, it is really seen as a symbol of early Christianity. During the Dark Ages all of these locations did hav... (read more) Author: Ling Tong

21. Self Catering in Cork April 25, 2008 The second city of the Republic of Ireland is Cork, first is Dublin. It is built on an island, the two channels of the River Lee embracing it either side while nineteenth century suburbs sprawl up the surrounding hills. This gives the city centre a compactness and sharp definition. The city Cork origins in the seventh century when St Finbarre founded an abbey and school on the site where the impressive nineteenth century Gothic St Finbarres Cathedral stands today. A settlement grew up around the monastic foundation, overlooking a marshy swamp where the city centre now stands. More re... (read more) Author: Doug Scott

22. How to Find Solicitors Online? March 29, 2008 The meaning of the term “solicitors” differs from country to country. United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada and Hong Kong have common law jurisdictions, having certain types of lawyers known as solicitors. Solicitors either give advice to clients or represent them in courts. In USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, there is no such division in the role of solicitors. Certain types of cases need specialized solicitors such as a family solicitor, a divorce solicitor, or an accident solicitor. If you want advice on emigration or wish to make an injury claim, g... (read more) Author: David m

23. CAP ROW CASCARINO COULD HAVE PLAYED FOR SCOTLAND March 26, 2008 CAP ROW CASCARINO COULD HAVE PLAYED FOR SCOTLAND FOOTBALL legend Tony Cascarino who won 88 caps with the Republic of Ireland has revealed how he could have played for Scotland. The towering striker, who is now a professional poker player, is about to return to Dublin, where he is a folk hero for the part he played in Ireland’s 1990 and 1994 World Cup runs. Now the former Celtic and Chelsea star has followed up the 2001 bombshell that his mother’s adoption meant he had no blood ties in Ireland by revealing that he could actually have qualified for the Scottish national team inste... (read more) Author: Scott Douglas

24. From terrorism to tourism; Northern Ireland rising February 28, 2008 Northern Ireland's troubled history belies its beautiful scenery, cultural attractions and warm hospitality of the locals. After years of sectarian violence, this small country perching on the tip of the Republic of Ireland is finally getting the tourist recognition that it deserves. With the troubles now fading into history, Northern Ireland is selling itself as a success story, building on the political stability and the lowest rate of unemployment in the UK. Like its neighbour, the Republic of Ireland which has experienced rapid economic growth over the last decade, Northern Ireland h... (read more) Author: Matthew Pressman

25. How To Find Budget Hotels In London Or Dublin January 03, 2008 London and Dublin are two prime tourist destinations of the Europe. London is a capital city of United Kingdom and Dublin is a capital city of Republic of Ireland. Both the cities have plenty of tourist interest places, restaurants for taste the different cuisine and hotels for quality stay. You may have different choice for stay, weather you want to stay in luxury accommodation or you would like to stay in budget hotel. It’s a well known fact that almost every person try to find a budget hotel, so that he\she can save his\her money. Both the European cities offer best budget hotels. The... (read more) Author: Megha Poddar

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