History: October 8 (#2)

History: October 8 (#2)
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October 8, 2019 About 200 Extinction Rebellion activists block the gates of Leinster House (parliament) in the Republic of Ireland.

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On October 8, in the year 2019: About 200 Ext inction Rebellion activists block the gates of Leinster House (parliament) in the Republic of Ireland. Ireland, also known as the Republic of Ireland, is a country in Northwestern Europe.

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Why October 8, 2019 matters: About 200 Extinction Rebellion activists block the gates of Leinster House (parliament) in the Republic of Ireland. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.

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Historical context: October 8, 2019 The 21st century has already seen profound shifts: the digital revo lution has connected billions while reshaping politics and culture; climate change has emerged as a defining crisis; and new powers have risen to challenge the world order that followed the Cold War. The event on this day: About 200 Extinction Rebellion activists block the gates of Leinster House (parliament) in the Republic of Ireland. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Republic_of_Ireland (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)