Brexit and Euro 2016 mean big headlines for Ireland

This week has been a busy one in Europe, with all eyes in Ireland watching two very different events quite closely. With the timeless combination of politics and entertainment, Ireland has had its fair share of headlines over the past few days. Here is a look at how two of the major events in Europe, […]

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Valentine’s Day with an Irish Perspective

Love is in the air this week, thanks to Valentine’s Day being just around the corner. Whether anxiously awaiting the chance to shower a loved one with gifts, or planning to spend the day watching comedies focused on love gone wrong, everyone has something to say about Valentine’s Day, and that includes the Irish. After all, […]

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Record number of Irish Oscar Nominees

There has been plenty to talk about in the world of movies lately in regards to the connections they hold to Ireland. From the scenic islands featured in Star Wars: A Force Awakens to the must see film Brooklyn that documents life for Irish immigrants in New York City. With the announcement of the Oscar nominations, Ireland […]

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A Star who Shone for 95 Years

Once upon a time, August 17th, 1920 to be precise, a baby girl was born in Ranelagh, Dublin to a respected singer and a businessman who was part owner of the Shamrock Rovers football team.  The girl inherited her mother’s singing ability and her father’s passion for sports.  She excelled at both, and at one […]

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Flight attendant stuns passengers with Irish jig mid-flight

If there is one thing a viral video can do, it is bring a smile to the face of millions, as well as leave the average individual hoping to one day get to experience something similar. Having that moment happen in the middle of a transatlantic flight? Even better. For some lucky passengers onboard an […]

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Retiring to Ireland is now more difficult and expensive

Perhaps you’ve grown up mesmerized by hearing stories of living in the “old country” from grandparents or other relatives, or you’ve fallen in love with Ireland’s quaint towns and unique combination of modern innovation and historic appeal. Either way, you’ve spent a good amount of your work day day dreaming about retiring, and more specifically, […]

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Ireland debates response to Syrian refugee crisis

Countries around the world have started to respond to the Syrian refugee crisis, with governments trying to scurry to determine how many refugees they can accept and what type of services can be provided. Ireland is no different, though there is some internal debate over just how many refugees the country may be willing to […]

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