Ahern

British

/ əˈhɜːn /

noun

Bertie. born 1951, Irish politician; leader of the Fianna Fáil party (1994–2008); prime minister of the Republic of Ireland (1997–2008)

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Thompson’s fascination with American pop culture developed in part from her youth in post–Celtic Tiger Ireland, when leaders like Bertie Ahern were implementing economic policies shaped by American capitalism.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Brendan Ahern, chief investment officer for KraneShares, said the increase in the number of U.S.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Brendan Ahern, chief investment officer for KraneShares, said in an email that the call adds to the view that Trump can broaden the trade truce with a larger deal in April.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

The book he chose was by novelist Cecelia Ahern.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2025

“I claim to go instead of him,” said Dr Ahern, quietly, but firmly.

From Haviland's Chum by Mitford, Bertram

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