Here are the top Irish news stories.

The top Election 2012 story:

People & Politics - Obama wins debate as gloves come off and punches thrown

The gloves came off in the second presidential debate between President Obama and Mitt Romney, and it was clear after 90-plus minutes that each man actively disliked the other...READ MORE

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Top Irish immigration story:

Suicide and depression major problems for young Irish in New York

Depression and suicide are at epidemic level in Ireland and the problems have carried over to the U.S among Irish immigrants, experts have told the Irish Voice...READ MORE

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Top Irish American story:

Longest serving Irish American NYPD cop forced to give up badge after four decades service

The longest serving member of the NYPD is being forced to give up his badge later this month, after 44 years of service...READ MORE

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Top celebrity gossip story:

One Direction's Niall Horan and Tulisa Contostavlos pretend to be brother and sister when they go out

The One Direction heartthrob and the 'Young' singer enjoy hanging out with each other but to avoid being recognised by fans they don disguises and fake accents...READ MORE

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Irish woman gives her life savings away to two female con artists in the Bronx - AUDIO

A 74-year-old Irish woman has been scammed out of $23,500 by two female con artists in the Bronx...READ MORE

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