VE-Day, the end of WWII, was marked with civil disturbances around Dublin
Ireland's future Taoiseach Charles Haughey led a band of UCD students to confront Trinity College students who had unfurled Union Jacks during their celebrations of Victory in Europe.
View ArticleMy sinful trip to Northern Ireland as a Catholic schoolboy in the 1960s
Recounting my childhood "rite of passage" in Northern Ireland with schoolmate and fellow altar boy Eddie Holt some sixty years ago, before The Troubles.
View ArticleOn this day: 1916 Easter Rising leader Thomas Kent executed
One of the 1916 Easter Rising's stranger episodes. Thomas Kent did not go out to fight. The British came to him, looking for trouble.
View ArticleMay devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary
May devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary are a series of Marian devotions held in the Catholic Church throughout the month of May.
View ArticleWATCH: Giant’s Causeway secret doorway caught on camera
Video captured at Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland could serve as proof of the legendary Finn McCool’s existence!
View ArticleCounty Down golf course voted the best in the world
A golf vacation to dream of - “Rugged, windblown." Golf Digest says “there is no lovelier place in golf.”
View ArticleThe top five places to visit in County Down
From stunning mountains and vistas to the resting place of St. Patrick himself, Co. Down in Northern Ireland has much to offer.
View ArticleThe mystery of Biden family friend Father Kevin O'Brien
Father Kevin O'Brien, who said Mass for the Biden family on inauguration day, has been "accused of ... something."
View ArticleBest Irish wit, wisdom and sayings for Mother’s Day
Irish wit, sayings, and songs that will help you celebrate your Irish Mammy this US Mother's Day, May 9.
View ArticleFormer coastguard's cottage dating back to 19th century is absolute paradise
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac on Helvick Head in Dungarvan, County Waterford, the former coastguard cottage offers absolutely spectacular panoramic views of the Irish Sea.
View ArticleWhat the British really think about Northern Ireland
Queen Elizabeth and Prime Minister Johnson's statements on Northern Ireland's centenary could not have been more out of touch with reality.
View ArticleO'Hanlon on how the 1965 Act shut Irish out of U.S.A.
Its shadow still falls over us five decades later. In his new book Unintended Consequences, author Ray O'Hanlon examines how and why and asks what can the Irish do next?
View ArticleThe Shamrock Children: German refugees who found shelter in Ireland after WWII
As Germany smoldered in the wake of the Second World War, a huge humanitarian campaign was launched to bring starving German children to Ireland in a period of Irish history that is often overlooked.
View ArticleThe top five places to visit in County Cavan
County Cavan, known as Lake County, is the perfect vacation spot for anyone into boats, fishing, cycling, art, history and generally being in the great outdoors.
View ArticleFun facts about Dublin, Ireland's capital city
Curious about traveling to Ireland? Here are some fun facts and trivia tidbits about Dublin, Ireland's capital city.
View ArticleHappy Birthday, Bono! Celebrate with U2's best songs
Bono, aka Paul Hewson, turns 61 years old today! Here's a look at Irish rock band U2's ten best songs to celebrate
View ArticleThe five best and five worst things about living in Dublin
Dublin’s all fun and games -- until your bus never comes. Beauty, culture, great craic and plenty to do! Dublin's a great place to visit on vacation but what are the real pros and cons of living in...
View ArticleDropkick Murphys release special Mother's Day tribute song with Boston Pops
"To Our Darlin' Mothers" is a reworked version of the popular sea shanty "Drunken Sailor", which has gained newfound popularity in recent months through the social media app TikTok.
View ArticleThe Famine Memorial - a poignant must-see in Dublin
The location and history of the Famine Memorial in Dublin, Ireland, is perhaps one of the most interesting and poignant in all the world.
View ArticleKardashian-approved Irish makeup brand heads for Walmart
Carter Beauty is the first Irish cosmetics brand to secure an in-store listing in Walmart.
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