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DDN Back Online...

I was at home in the country for the past fortnight, and as a result of having no broadband (thank you Eircom!), my management of the mecridia empire slipped somewhat. However, rest assured, diarmydotnet is now back and on-track to receive some well-needed updates. Stay tuned kids! diarmy
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College Complete!...

It’s been a few days ago now since my last exam at University inflicted its two-hour grip upon my consciousness, and it hasn’t quite sunk in yet. While it may be the end of my University-led lifestyle, the outset looks rather bleak. Faced with the inevitability of entering society as a fully-fledged tax-payer and subsequent contributor to Ireland’s economic growth, I’ve yet to secure employment...
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An Post Pissing Profits Profusely...

I’ve written about it before, and it seemed to have no affect (not surprisingly), but the state of the Irish Postal Service (An Post) needs to be seriously redesigned. Today, I ventured into the Post Office at Daingean Uí Chúis’s Main Street. It was approximately 17:15 when I wandered past the front entrance and followed the awkward layout of the convenience stands to get to the core of the operation, quietly...
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Snooker – A Great Game Ruined...

Every year, it’s likened to a religious cult. People from all over the world go to Sheffield to get a chance to watch snooker’s most impressive players battle it out for the World Championship title at the Crucible. This year was no different with greats like Drago, Hendry and White leaving early as newcomers such as Day and Robertson surpassed legends like Davis and Parrott. The annual feast of snooker dished...
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“Day Without Immigrants” in the USA...

Taking a break from the routine of watching television and feeling guilty about not studying, but then realising how boring studying can be and finding something interesting to watch on television instead, I’ve decided to put my fingers to good use and impart today’s gripe with the world. All day, American television news channels are covering the “Day without Immigrants” marches throughout the North American continent....
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