On This Day In History - April 24th
On This Day in History is a mini-series documenting significant world events. The series showcases events from all cultures, giving Independent.ie readers a bite-size digest of Irish and world history.
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- Television
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- Celebrity News
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- League of Ireland
Stephen Bradley: ‘If I can press charges I want to press charges. These people need to be held accountable’
- Britain
UK ticket-holder wins EuroMillions jackpot worth €130m
- League of Ireland
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- League of Ireland
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- League of Ireland
Brian Maher’s saves point at home but Derry City lose ground at top of table after draw with Shelbourne
- Celebrity News
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- Gaelic Football
Kerry regain Munster title as Paddy Lane shines in win over Cork
- League of Ireland
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