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Thecompressni The compress is a newly formed party in Northern lreland Published 2025
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02/09/2026

Today i came across Damhead, Damhead can refer to either a disused former mainline railway halt in County Down or the active miniature railway located just outside Coleraine, Northern Ireland.Damhead Railway Station (Disused Mainline)Location: Served Maghaberry, County Down / County Antrim border on the Belfast–Dublin main line.Layout: Featured two platforms.History: Opened in 1935 by the Great Northern Railway of Ireland and later managed by the Ulster Transport Authority and Northern Ireland Railways.Status: Closed permanently in 1973.Damhead Miniature Railway (Active Attraction)Location: Situated at 48A Damhead Road, just outside Coleraine.Layout & Track: Run by the Coleraine and District Society of Model Engineers on a multi-gauge track spanning roughly a third of a mile (using 7¼”, 5”, and 3½” gauges) looping around site buildings.Features: Offers rides on both steam and diesel miniature locomotives. The site also includes a gnome village, animal figurines, railway exhibits, and picnic areas.Pricing & Schedule: Open on select open days during the summer months, typically charging £2.00 for children and £3.00 for adults. You can check current updates via the Damhead Miniature Railway page.Would you like to know the upcoming open dates or details on group bookings for the Damhead Miniature Railway




The "boycott" and controversy surrounding baby wipes centers on three major issues: the international BDS boycott over m...
31/08/2026

The "boycott" and controversy surrounding baby wipes centers on three major issues: the international BDS boycott over manufacturing ties to Israel, class-action lawsuits regarding toxic chemical contamination, and government-mandated plastic bans.The primary movements and controversies driving public pushback involve the following distinct issues:1. The BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) CampaignThe most visible geopolitical boycott targeting baby wipes stems from anti-Israel and pro-Palestinian activist groups targeting brands manufactured in Israel.Lidl (Lupilu Wipes): Activists in the UK and Ireland launched campaigns, including plastering "boycott" stickers on shelves, because Lidl's Lupilu brand baby wipes are manufactured by Albaad—a company operating factories in Ashdod and Caesarea, Israel. Protesters claim purchasing these products supports the Israeli economy during the ongoing conflict in Gaza.Asda (Little Angels Wipes): Similar targeted actions took place in UK supermarket chains like Asda, where activists stamped boxes of Little Angels newborn wipes with stickers reading "This product was made in Israel" to discourage consumer purchases.Pampers (Procter & Gamble): Pampers is also listed on alternative BDS lists due to P&G's extensive corporate investments and research centers located in Tel Aviv.2. Contamination Lawsuits & Safety ConcernsA separate consumer-driven boycott and legal backlash emerged regarding hidden chemical ingredients in major brands.PFAS "Forever Chemicals": In late 2024, a highly publicized nationwide class-action lawsuit was filed against Kimberly-Clark Corp. alleging that Huggies Simply Clean baby wipes contained dangerous levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which accumulate in the body and are harmful to children.The Resolution: While independent testing initially sparked panic and organic social media boycotts among parents, the specific Huggies lawsuit was dismissed due to a lack of sufficient evidence that the trace elements would cause infant harm. In 2026, comprehensive consumer product testing by Consumer Reports verified that no significant PFAS compounds were detected across 18 major baby wipe brands.3. The Environmental Plastic BanWhile not a consumer boycott by choice, millions of consumers are adapting to a mandatory phase-out of traditional single-use wipes.The Legislation: The UK and nations like Wales, Scotland, and England have passed historic laws rolling out structural bans on any wet wipes containing plastic. This legislation seeks to stop microplastic pollution and prevent massive blockages in sewer systems (often called "fatbergs").The Impact: Major manufacturers have been legally forced to overhaul their production lines to switch out petroleum-based plastic weaves for 100% plant-based,
Also buying these items financially supports Israeli industries and government policies so that's another reason to stop all that immediately and among others,
Whatever you do don't buy Israel goods and buy the regulars ones!!






More shops each year, are moving out of the diamond center, and its for one particular reason, higher taxes, unmanaged, ...
31/08/2026

More shops each year, are moving out of the diamond center, and its for one particular reason, higher taxes, unmanaged, properties and massive rates, whenever they closed burger king, that's when the downfall began, and they planned to open a cafe, and they still haven't came to discussion, about that potential plan, hardly seen anybody shopping inside the diamond center, nowadays TK max is the last remaining building, that's holding this together, after that the diamond center no longer interesting, to the public, and its quite sad, because Coleraine has potential to make businesses, grow but its always overturned, and they rather build multiple cafes, instead, and somehow won town of the year,
Is this what the Coleraine people want
Because putting a cafe inside a burger king doesn't make sense and we don't want a museum?




Let's get things straight nestle should be boycotted and here's why I personally agree!!Whether to boycott Nestlé in 202...
26/08/2026

Let's get things straight nestle should be boycotted and here's why I personally agree!!
Whether to boycott Nestlé in 2026 is a personal choice, but long-standing campaigns like the one led by Baby Milk Action continue to urge a boycott over concerns regarding infant formula marketing, water extraction, and recent safety recalls.Reasons Supporting the BoycottBaby Milk Marketing: Advocacy groups report that Nestlé aggressively markets baby milk substitutes in ways that violate international health standards and discourage breastfeeding, particularly in lower-income countries.Product Safety Concerns: A massive global product recall spanning over 60 countries occurred after potential cereulide toxin contamination was linked to certain batches of infant and specialized formulas.Environmental and Ethical Criticisms: Critics point to ongoing concerns regarding water rights and management in drought-prone areas, as well as lower nutritional standards for products sold in developing regions compared to wealthier nations.Arguments Against or Complexities of a BoycottCorporate Engagement: Some ethical investment groups and organizations argue that maintaining shareholder status allows them to directly pressure executive boards and hold corporate practices accountable from within, rather than cutting ties entirely.Ubiquity of Brands: Nestlé owns a massive portfolio of everyday food, beverage, and pet care brands, making a complete and effective consumer boycott extremely difficult to maintain in practice.Would you like a list of specific Nestlé subsidiary brands to help identify products, or more details on their recent safety recalls?

Give them your concerns and make life easier and better for all!!




22/08/2026

Congratulations to everybody who come along and cheered us along it was a fantastic day for friends, families, friends, and just people in general it was a very tight match where both teams played dominant and the teamwork was amazing, 32 goals were scored by both teams, josh vauls scored a mind-blowing overhead kick, and gotten 4 goals we did our best by inviting 6 people to play unfortunately for the ones that didn't make it they will have to give £5 because of a last minute call
In kind manners, Congratulations to the runner ups they gave us a great game, in the end the match went to penalties where Aghadowey Town won 3-2 against domino's City,
We also would appreciate if u donated to football beyond borders, this would make a big difference and help them get thier potential,
Josh will receive a special trophy for that fantastic goal, unfortunately we didn't get the video but everybody seen it well done everybody and again this won't be the last and I'm hoping we get more involved and hopefully get proper sponsorship and proper recruitment's see yous next time folks👏👏👏




Let's the match begin see everyone at 1 unfortunately we had some Let's down but don't worry this will still be a good d...
22/08/2026

Let's the match begin see everyone at 1 unfortunately we had some Let's down but don't worry this will still be a good day and good fun for all to play and complete for the beyond borders trophy donations are appreciated!!



Stormont is facing deep political tension and public service strain due to ongoing budget stalemates, high-profile minis...
20/08/2026

Stormont is facing deep political tension and public service strain due to ongoing budget stalemates, high-profile ministerial resignations, and a lack of major legislative progress, leading to growing fears over the stability of the power-sharing government.Key Issues at StormontBudget and Public Services: The Executive has struggled to lock down a stable financial plan, leaving vital sectors like health underfunded. The health service has faced severe strain, leading to doctor and nurse strikes over unpaid recommended pay awards.Ministerial Turmoil: Health Minister Mike Nesbitt resigned following a political fallout with his own party leadership over proposed emergency surgery service changes at Causeway Hospital, resulting in Robbie Butler stepping into the role.Political Infighting: Tensions between the DUP and Sinn Féin have flared, with mutual accusations of blocking progress and causing instability, though both parties maintain they do not wish to collapse the institutions ahead of upcoming assembly elections.Lack of Legislation: Critics and commentators point out that the Assembly is passing very little substantive executive legislation, spending time on debates that do not address core structural crises.
The same cycle that doesn't stop whem will they ever see the real problems and the real corruption voices needs to be heard!!



Came across this today and it worries me how nobody is realising Ai is destroying our future they use gallans of data an...
19/08/2026

Came across this today and it worries me how nobody is realising Ai is destroying our future they use gallans of data and water, they are only useful for some purposes, for example ADC devices, or communication, works, also I genuinely believe Nastle plays a role in this aswell, the amount of backlash they are receiving doesn't surprise me, to be honest also temperatures are rising and we need to across quickly warm summers are getting out of hand and it just doesn't feel right also we have 23,000 different types of trees so they better keeps thier hands off the amazion rainforest and having big massive goldmine in the likes of Brazil doesn't help either
It doesn't matter where you are in the world we somehow get affected
This is a natural emergency we must act now!!




19/08/2026

Today I came across Tropical World at Alcorn’s in Letterkenny, County Donegal, is a popular all-weather family attraction and licensed mini-zoo. It features a stunning free-flight butterfly house, exotic birds, miniature monkeys, lemurs, meerkats, a reptile room, and Jurassic Land, alongside an indoor play area and on-site cafe.Key AttractionsButterfly House: Hundreds of tropical butterflies flying free in a rainforest setting.Exotic Animals: Lemurs, meerkats, sloths, owls, and tiny miniature monkeys.Aviaries & Reptiles: Colorful global birds plus a collection of bugs, spiders, and reptiles.Jurassic Land: A dinosaur-themed exhibit that appeals to younger visitors.Visitor InfoSetting: Mostly indoors (around 80% covered), making it a reliable rainy-day option compared to open farms. Users on Facebook generally reach a consensus that it is a great choice when the weather turns poor.Facilities: On-site cafe, indoor play area, picnic spots, and full accessibility.Season: Typically opens annually from spring through September.If you were planning a visit! I enjoyed the experience and I definitely recommend going with your families, or friends!




18/08/2026

Today i came across Wild lreland it is a popular wildlife sanctuary and family attraction located in Burnfoot, County Donegal, on the Inishowen Peninsula. Set inside an ancient Celtic rainforest, it houses animals that were once native to Ireland—such as brown bears, wolves, lynx, and wild boar—which were hunted to extinction on the island centuries ago.Animals and ExperienceRescued species: Home to brown bears, European wolves, lynx, wild boar, and arctic foxes.Ancient woodland: Features a restored temperate rainforest environment with a fairy trail, play park, and daily keeper talks.Mission: Focuses on animal rescue, education, and ecosystem restoration.Visiting DetailsHours: Open every day from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM).Tickets: Pre-booking online through the Wild Ireland Official Website is strongly recommended.Watch this short video to get a quick visual tour of the animals and environment at Wild Ireland!
-during my time at lreland I will be heading to donagel tomorrow to see what they have to offer overall lreland is a beautiful place to see and they have so more to explore so I will take my time and keep you updated!




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