An actor dressed as a character from pagan myths performs in a folk play celebrating Twelfth Night, the night before Epiphany on January 5 or 6, a Christian feast day honoring the visit of the three wise men to Jesus. Twelfth Night marked the end of the 12-day Christmas celebrations and the time to take down decorations to avoid bad luck, based on a medieval superstition later adopted by the Victorians. The occasion is tied to the festive season through cultural traditions and historical significance.
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Man (40s) killed in single vehicle crash in Co Mayo – The Irish Times
A man in his 40s died in a single vehicle road crash on the N59 at Ballycroy, near Westport, at 10am. The road is closed with diversions in place, and Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are involved. Witnesses and anyone with camera footage from 9.30am to 10am are urged to contact Westport Garda station. Full Article
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