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Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Galway is the leading location for a new naval installation as part of a rethink on how Ireland should police its vast western sea area.

The CEO of the Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce (AICC) is urging Irish businesses battling the uncertainty of “what’s next” during the Trump administration to consider expanding their trade strategy to the Arab world – or risk being left behind.

Buccaneers touch rugby had a novel encounter in recent times with a friendly fixture against the visiting Dhahran Scorpions touch team from Saudi Arabia.

Celebrations were getting under way in Rosemount village yesterday to mark local woman Rachel Duffy’s historic win at the 2022 Rose of Tralee on Tuesday night. Ms Duffy is the first Westmeath Rose to win the competition in its 63-year history.

Athlone Castle will be the setting for a ‘Solidarity Stall for Julian Assange’ on Saturday afternoon (October 23) from 12pm.

Mayo GAA is reminding supporters at home and abroad that the closing date for their Laochra Mhaigh Eo Hero’s Wall fundraiser is this coming Sunday, August 15.

Specsavers Ballina has expanded its team and welcomes a new ophthalmic director to help deliver expert eye care to the local community.

As fears rise that another "forever war" could erupt in the Middle East in the aftermath of the USA's assassination of Iranian general, Qasem Soleimani, Galwegians are being asked to show their opposition to this dangerous drift.