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🐋But the two students could surely not imagine what they were about to witness.
Once off the coast of South Africa, the group captured on camera a Southern Right Whale giving birth to a healthy calf.
🚨 10 days from submitting my PhD I became the (probably?) co-first whale researcher to WITNESS THE BIRTH 👶🏼of a SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALE as
@morgane_pommier
and I took a break from work to go whale watching with
@LimuLehm
- Thanks
@ISEC_stats_ecol
, you made me come here ❤️
💬Cynthia then shared her enthusiasm on social media as she wrote on Twitter: “10 days from submitting my PhD I became the (probably?) co-first whale researcher to witness the birth of a Southern Right Whale."
💬She said: “I did not post the pictures of the birth, will keep those private for now.
“An incredible moment, so privileged, probably one of the most emotionally-charged moments of my life. To witness a whale take its first breath, nothing in my life ever made me feel as lucky.”
💬Under the post, many were left amazed by the group’s experience.
A Twitter user said: “Wow! That is so amazingly wonderful! Thank you for sharing! All the best for your PhD- you can do it! Good luck”.
Called a Portuguese Man o' War, the venomous sea creature was found on a popular beach - and there may be many more like it
A picture of the specimen was put up on Facebook with a caption that read: "Portuguese Man o’ War today!"
📷Sinéad Ní Thailliúr - FB
🇺🇸📺 The American TV channel Food Network will broadcast John Torode's Ireland, which will shine a light on Irish cuisine and the people behind some of our country's finest produce.
A warning went out to swimmers not to dip into the beach for the meanwhile, as the appearance of the jellyfish-like creature generally means many others could be lurking in the water
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🏠In what has been a disastrous time in relation to the housing market, as the crisis deepens with fewer and fewer properties becoming available, this may just be the answer to some people's prayers.
Fact: Although born in Limerick and reared in Clare, Irish President Michael D Higgins has a long affinity with Galway.
An avid soccer follower, the former NUIG lecturer has served as President of Galway United FC and is a regular attendee of Leauge of Ireland game.
🚩🏖️Here's what you should do if stung by a jellyfish or Portuguese Man O’War:
- Rinse the affected area with seawater
- Remove any spines from the skin using tweezers or the edge of a bank card
- Soak the area in very warm water for at least 30 minutes
- Take painkillers
🇮🇪 Inis Meáin are running a brand new initiative, where they will offer one family the amazing opportunity to live on their scenic island with no rent to pay.
🇮🇪 However, therein lies the catch, it can only be a family that will avail of this offer, as applicants must have children of a school going age, and also must be open towards learning and engaging with the Irish language.
It has numerous venomous tentacles that can deliver a painful sting which is powerful enough to kill fish and which has occasionally killed humans
A Portuguese Man O’ War is not actually one creature but a colony of specialised organisms called ‘zooids’
📧Anyone who fits this criteria, and has an interest in moving to the Aran Islands, are encouraged to get in contact via cfinismeain
@gmail
.com.
Many may not be aware that the middle island houses a pre-school, primary school, and secondary school.
🇮🇪 These medical transfers mark a first for casualties of the Ukrainian and Russia war who have been brought to Ireland since the war kicked off in late February.
Congratulations to Galway Roast Coffee for signing €500,000 with
@lidl_ireland
to supply its network of 210 stores across Ireland.
The delicious blend of Guatemalan, Brazilian and Honduras coffee will hit shelves from Thursday September 2nd.
The shortest flight in Ireland can be found in County Galway, with flying passengers being in the air for under 10 minutes before they reach their destination.
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🚨Two have been sent to Cork University Hospital while three were rushed to Beaumont Hospital in Dublin alongside University Hospital in Galway respectively.
🇮🇪 With family origins in Ireland, the voyage of discovery comes straight onto the plate from John's heart.
And the Aussie chef's series will feature none other than one of Galway's finest fish markets.
A type of freshwater mussel that once thrived in Ireland but is now considered 'critically endangered' is the subject of a massive campaign to save it from extinction with Galway leading the effort.
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Deacy achieved Legendary status at his hometown club over three spells with
@GalwayUnitedFC
honouring his legacy by renaming their homeground after him
❓And for the Geordies reading this who are asking - who is Alex Murphy?
His journey from Annaghdown, through Corrib Celtic, Galway United and now the Premier League with a team of Newcastle United's stature is 'Roy of the Rovers' stuff.
BREAKING: Galway Rag Week event rearranged at short notice. Massive queues forming.
One lonely soul has already been turned away though so don't annoy the bouncers
Credit: Shane 'Green Goblin' Coppinger
#enochburke
🎟️Róisín Dubh announced they will host Pussy Riot on Sunday November 13. Tickets will be on sale from next Friday, August 19, at 10am on the Róisín Dubh website.
💬"Thank you to Beaumont, UHGalway and to Cork hospitals who received similar transfer of two casualties on Friday. Thank you to National Office for Trauma for coordinating response."
💬Mr O'Connor said: "12 minutes to wheels down in Dublin. Coordinated by EU, HSE, National Ambulance Service to bring three Ukrainian military casualties to Ireland."
Hollywood star Michael Fassbender has been enjoying his time out west, recently having a few pints in Matt Molloy's in Westport and turning up on Saturday night at one of the region's most loved restaurants.
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Morning all! Just got our blue tick from
@verified
- great way to start Friday!
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The NASA Artemis moon launch blasts off on Monday in the hope of sending humans to the moon again - and Galway will be a "stopping point for any future Mars journeys", they have confirmed.
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Drone footage captured bottlenose dolphins socialising in the West Connaught Coast Special Area of Conservation (SAC) off Co. Mayo.
Drone footage filmed by Cillian Ó Mongáin with thanks to Gemma O' Connor from Mayo IWDG.
@npwsBioData
@FairSeasIreland
@wildatlanticway
🐬It was nearly a month ago that Salthill saw a very similar scene, with local residents capturing the sight of dolphins swimming at Blackrock Diving Tower.
🇮🇪 Dog’s Bay Beach truly is a Galway gem, and the blue of its waters and the white of its sand have already won over many tourists and locals.
Its horse-shoe shape is now iconic but what makes this beach extremely special is its sand.
@ciara_curran33
And may I add I am very sorry to hear about this.
In addition, the report from Gardaí that we received indicated the cyclist involved had "fallen" from the bike.
📻Dara O’Madaoin from Comhlacht Forbartha Inis Meáin, spoke to Galway Bay FM about the "brand new" remote working hub they now have on the island to accommodate anyone who can work from home.
💬Murphy said of the big move: "I'm buzzing to join such a big club; I'd like to thank everyone who has helped me get to this stage, especially all my coaches at Corrib Celtic, Galway FA and Galway United."
🇷🇺 It comes as Russia's President Vladimir Putin has boldly claimed that it has become his responsibility to take back and strengthen Ukraine as he appeared to finally admit the invasion was about returning land to Russia.