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Truth Like the Sun

Writer Jim Lynch skillfully crafts parallel stories to create a relentless novel.

EU to Ireland: your referendum won't stop EU financial treaty

Germany is angry that Ireland plans to hold a referendum on a treaty that will impose strict budget controls on EU members. Ireland has twice rejected EU treaties — but this time, it alone cannot scupper the deal.

In Ireland, EU treaty on debt remains in doubt

If Ireland rejects a recent EU treaty in a national referendum, it could undermine the fiscal compact Europe is hoping will bring the debt crisis under control. 

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.

Amid Arab turmoil, Morocco charts quiet path to reform

Morocco's King Mohammed VI says Moroccans will vote on proposed constitutional changes in a national referendum. The country's reform movement wants to lessen the monarchy's power.

Gaddafi? Kadafi? Qaddafi? What's the correct spelling?

You say, Gaddafi, we say Qaddafi. Other variations on the leader of Libya include "Gathafi," "Kadafi," and "Gadafy," creating an unholy mess for newspaper editors.

Ireland bailout: Young Irish flee 'Celtic Tiger' for a better life

Young Irish, in particular, hope that the economic cycle makes just one more click – and that emigration isn't their only option. But amid news of the Ireland bailout, some aren't waiting around.

What a $100 billion EU aid package means for Ireland

Ireland is negotiating with the European finance officials over an aid package that could come with strings attached.

Ireland airports reopen as Iceland volcano ash dissipates, but more may be on the way

Airports in Ireland were shut for about eight hours on Tuesday as winds carried ash from the Icelandic volcano into flight paths. Though travel is now getting back to normal, meteorologists say summer winds could lead to more disruption at European airports.

'Jihad Jane' and 7 others held in plot to kill Swedish cartoonist

'Jihad Jane,' as Pennsylvania woman Colleen LaRose dubbed herself, was indicted Tuesday for helping recruit a network for suicide attacks and plotting to kill a Swedish cartoonist. Seven Muslims were arrested in Ireland in connection with the alleged plot.

How cold is Europe? Even Norway's buses can't take it.

Bus engine oil is freezing in Norway, and Ireland is reporting its lowest temps in 50 years. In Britain, which looks like a baby Greenland on satellite images, Prime Minister Gordon Brown is turning into the nation's weather comforter-in-chief.

Irish priest kidnapped in Philippines released

Irish priest Father Michael Sinnott, who had been kidnapped by militants in the Philippines, was released Wednesday night to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), which handed him to the Filipino government as a goodwill gesture.

Classic book review: Possession

A.S. Byatt's stunning novel about books and their readers.

Would a President Mousavi bring reform to Iran?

Experts don't believe he would support radical change, but his ties to Iran's Islamic Revolution could empower him to push reforms.

One party for all of Europe? Libertas debuts in EU Parliament election

The new party is fielding 600 candidates in two dozen countries. Will EU reform resonate with recession-weary voters?

Madagascar 'coup' riles African, international allies

New leader Andry Rajoelina has asserted control as the South African Development Community threatens to suspend Madagascar.

U2 rattled by claims of tax dodging

As new 'No Line on the Horizon,' album is released, Dubliners protest band's business shift to Amsterdam.

Classic book review: Possession

This improbably buoyant novel combines Shakespearean romance, suspense, satire, and a pastiche of styles.

World

Beijing residents discover blue skies, stars

As the 2008 Olympics pass their halfway point, Beijing residents looking upward have begun to notice something new.