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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On Thursday, June 23rd, the UK will be voting on a referendum that will determine whether or not it stays in the European Union. The vote, called Brexit (British exit) could a drastic effect on the political and financial stakes of many countries. But how will the Brexit vote affect Ireland? There are many schools of […]
Who doesn’t love a good video that brings a smile to the face and joy to the heart? Whether it is a funny video about Irish/American relations, or a heart pounding Irish dance clip, we love to share the best Irish videos currently circulating the web. Here are a few of our most favorite viral […]
Last week we showed you a few of the commemorations for the Easter Rising, one of the most prominent moments in Irish history. But what exactly happened 100 years ago? Leave it to YouTube to provide answers. While many timelines and stories of the heroes and days following Easter Monday can be found online, it is […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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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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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