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Ferry operators are urgently seeking alternative routes across the Irish Sea as the reopening of Holyhead Port before Christmas seems increasingly unlikely. The port has been closed due to damage sustained during Storm Darragh earlier this month. Irish Ferries has announced that it is actively engaging with other UK ports to accommodate its vessels, aiming to alleviate pressure on both …

Ireland, a land rich in saints, scholars, and folklore, is home to many Christmas traditions, some of which have unique histories. While practices like lighting the Christmas candle and celebrating Nollaig na mBan have deep roots, newer customs, such as the figure of Santa Claus, have also become an integral part of Irish culture. Santa Claus, whose origins date back …