2nd May 2008

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Ahern Cites Peace as Top Achievement
TAOISEACH (Prime Minister) Bertie Ahern said this week that bringing about peace in Ireland was his proudest achievement.

Carly Still Upbeat After Idol Loss
"AMERICA has voted and Carly . . . you're going home tonight."

Murder/Suicide Claims Young Family
IRELAND has been stunned by the deaths of a family of four in what Gardai (police) believe was a murder and suicide massacre.

Irish Voice Classifieds

In Defense of Immigrants
Immigrant rights have become one of the largest civil rights issues of our era, with the undocumented playing the moving targets. In The Visitor, the latest film from award-winning Irish American actor/director Thomas McCarthy, the filmmaker explores both sides of an explosive national debate. CAHIR O'DOHERTY speaks to McCarthy about the film.

Mary, Queen of Ireland
She's set to star in a $50 million film called Mary Queen of Scots, an historical epic about the Scottish queen.

Waterboys Dry Off for More
THERE are a number of artists lately that are jumping ship from the traditional record company model. Both U2 and Madonna recently announced what are known as 360 degree deals that include record, tour and merchandising production.

Sports Digest: Munster Reaches Heineken Final
DECLAN Kidney is expected to be named as Ireland's new rugby coach this week but his coronation will have to wait - there's the small matter of another Heineken Cup final with Munster for the Corkman to sort out first.

NY GAA: Easy Outing for Rebels
GOALS, goals, goals for Cork as they easily swept by a depleted Four Provinces, who are to be commended for taking their licks on the day after their victory dinner dance.

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