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May 11, 2021 In 1701, Copenhagen was a burgeoning city fortress of 60,000, a seaside capital enclosed by canals and high walls with just four gates. The streets were narrow and crowded, lined on each side by cramped, timber-framed buildings, though strewn among the city were architectural jewels. Copenhagen held the Renaissance-style Frederiksborg Palace, symmetrical baroque gardens, and Gothic churches. The University of Copenhagen, the second oldest institute of higher education in Scandinavi...

New initiative to develop Devenish Island experience Posted: 9:21 am May 3, 2021 SHARE THE Council, on behalf of the Devenish Island Development Partnership has launched a new initiative, the Devenish Island Experience Ambassador programme to develop authentic, marketable experiences for Devenish Island as a tourism destination. The partnership is seeking expressions of interest from individuals, heritage champions, businesses and community organisations who have a close connection and...

Thousands of well-wishers have packed the harbour walls to wave off the Royal Navy’s flagship HMS Queen Elizabeth ...

We look back at the inception and development of the £3bn warship as it sets sail on a 28-week deployment to more than 40 countries

18 Amazing Photos You Missed This Week A royal funeral, a gymnastics competition in Europe and a couple separated due to COVID-19 round out this weeks best images. By Damon Dahlen 04/23/2021 01:32 pm ET During the ever-changing news cycle, it’s easy to miss great images that fly under the radar. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered. We’re highlighting exceptional photos from around the world for the past week. Check them out below. Above: People react as the verdict is announced in the tria...

Pan Pylas A bird flies over Windsor Castle in Windsor, England, Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Britains Queen Elizabeth II is marking her 95th birthday in a low-key fashion at Windsor Castle, just days after the funeral of her husband Prince Philip. Some members of the royal family are expected to be with the queen on Wednesday. Her birthday falls within the two-week royal mourning period for Philip that is being observed until Friday. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) Apri...

FILE - In this Saturday April 17, 2021 file photo, Britains Queen Elizabeth II follows the coffin in a car as it makes its way past the Round Tower during the funeral of Britains Prince Philip inside Windsor Castle in Windsor, England. Now that the Royal Family has said farewell to Prince Philip, attention will turn to Queen Elizabeth II’s 95th birthday on Wednesday, April 21 and, in coming months, the celebrations marking her 70 years on the throne. This combination of events is remindi...

2021/04/20 14:35 FILE - In this Monday, March 12, 2018 file photo, Britains Queen Elizabeth II leaves after attending the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey in... FILE - In this Monday, March 12, 2018 file photo, Britains Queen Elizabeth II leaves after attending the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey in London. Now that the Royal Family has said farewell to Prince Philip, attention will turn to Queen Elizabeth II’s 95th birthday on Wednesday, April ...

North Kilkenny landmarks face risk of imminent collapse, says local councillor Reporter: );  ); Cllr Mary Hilda Cavanagh told councillors at todays virtual meeting of Castlecomer Municipal District council that two of North Kilkennys most iconic historical landmarks are facing the risk of imminent collapse. Grangefertagh Round Tower and Clomantagh Castle were the sites cited by the Fine Gael councillor. "We have one of the best round tower structures in Ireland located in Grangefertagh and i...

UNITED IN GRIEF Prince Harry reunited with William and Charles for two hours after Philip’s funeral sparking hopes rift can be healed Exclusive Updated: 19 Apr 2021, 8:39 PRINCE Harry was reunited with brother ­William for two hours after the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral — sparking hopes of peace between them. They joined dad Charles for the first time since Harry and wife Meghan’s Oprah US TV interview threatened to tear the family apart. �� 25 Prince Harry was reunited with his ...