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Summer Olympics Soccer: 5 athletes to watch

The US men did not qualify for the tournament, but Team USA women are among the favorites, and the London Olympics promise a glimpse of some of the world's top stars.
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Irish village embraces Obama as its own

The president's trip to Ireland is seen as a symbol of US-Irish solidarity in hard economic times, but his stop in tiny Moneygall, where his Irish ancestors lived, has been a cause for celebration among residents.
In Ireland, Queen Elizabeth writes new chapter with visit to Bloody Sunday site

Queen Elizabeth has visited Croke Park Stadium, scene of the Bloody Sunday massacre, and the Garden of Remembrance. Both sites honor republicans who fought the British for independence.
Queen's visit to Ireland symbolizes more 'normal' relationship

Much is being made of the historic nature of Queen Elizabeth's trip to Ireland. Some say that obscures ties that have vastly improved in recent decades.
In Pictures: Queen Elizabeth's visit to Ireland
London bomb threat shuts down area around Buckingham Palace

London bomb threat: a bomb threat made by an Irish extremist group forced London police to seal off the mall leading up to Buckingham Palace.
How will Ireland greet Queen Elizabeth's historic visit?

On Tuesday, Queen Elizabeth II will become the first British monarch to visit the Republic of Ireland. Ireland's prime minister characterized the trip as evidence of a 'growing up' of two peoples.
Sen. Mitchell steps down as Middle East envoy. Was it a 'mission impossible'?

The White House says Obama, who lauded Sen. Mitchell as a 'tireless advocate for peace,' remains committed to addressing the issue. He meets with the Jordanian and Israeli leaders next week.
Wedding bells quiet Irish antipathy toward British royals – for now

The real test of Irish sentiment toward the monarchs comes in May during the first royal visit to the Republic of Ireland since its independence from Britain in 1920.
Rory McIlroy comes up short in Malaysia after Masters collapse

Rory McIlroy, looking to bounce back from a final-round implosion at the Masters, had a chance to get into a playoff at the Malaysian Open. But a missed putt on the final hole Sunday cost Rory McIlroy another opportunity to win a golf tournament.
Masters 2011 Round 2: Will Rory McIlroy hold his lead?

Irishman Rory McIlroy and Spaniard Alvaro Quiros are tied for first place in the 2011 Masters golf tournament. Who is most likely to keep the lead in Round 2 today?
Masters 2011: Rory McIlroy grabs first-round lead Thursday afternoon

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland had a terrific first round at the Masters 2011 golf tournament Thursday. Several other golfers are also under par.
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Masters 2011: When will Tiger Woods tee off?

Playing groups for the first two days of the Masters will include four-time winner Tiger Woods and several of last year's rising stars from Europe.
Peace isn't just the absence of war

From war to crime to political disputes, conflicts dominate the news. When the dust settles, people hunger for peace. But without 10,000 small acts that build peace, conflict too easily returns.
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Election no quick cure for Ireland's ills: more debt, fewer jobs

Ireland's new leaders have few options in reversing the downward spiral of debt and joblessness.
Why a Northern Irishman is running for office in Uganda's Feb. 18 election

What would impel a Northern Irishman who's lived in the East African country of Uganda for more than two decades to run for office? Potholes, he says. And he may win.
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