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Explosives Seized, Murder Probe Launched Amidst Rising Debt Concerns

Irish authorities have made significant arrests and seizures, with a woman taken into custody and explosives and firearms discovered during raids in Dundalk. This comes as Gardaí escalate their investigation into the death of a woman found in Limerick, now officially launching a murder inquiry.

In other legal news, a man has sought a protection order against his adult daughters, citing fear, while four men have appeared in court following a Garda chase related to a burglary investigation.

Meanwhile, a new report highlights growing concerns over young people accumulating debt through 'buy now, pay later' services, raising questions about promotional practices during a cost of living crisis. Additionally, a political commentator suggests the traditional 'silly season' in politics may no longer exist, and a columnist has questioned the state's annual funding for greyhound racing.

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Political 'Silly Season' May No Longer Exist, Says Commentator

Political commentator Gavin Reilly suggests that recent years indicate the traditional concept of a 'silly season' in politics, typically a quieter period, may no longer be relevant.

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