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Almost half the clergy in an Irish Catholic diocese are ‘cocooning’ for their own safety as the coronavirus pandemic continues. The country is on lockdown as we battle to get the situation under control, people are not allowed to leave their homes unless it for essential reasons such as buying …

Irish star Sinéad O’Connor has described US President Donald Trump as the ‘devil incarnate’ – but added that she still expects him to be re-elected. The US election is still scheduled to take place on 3rd November, although campaigning has taken a back seat due to the coronavirus pandemic which …

Irish star Shane Filan joined fellow boyband legend Gary Barlow for an online duet as the pair look to keep fans entertained during the coronavirus pandemic. The Westlife and Take That singers introduced their fans to ‘WestTake’ and performed the Richard Marx 1989 hit ‘Right Here Waiting’.

Irish chat king Graham Norton has announced that he has completed his new novel Home Stretch. The presenter was delighted to have finally completed his lastest work, and took to social media to share the news with his fans.

An elderly Irish couple are keeping their spirits up during the coronavirus lockdown by singing and dancing together. Johnny and Carmel Kierans are both 80 years old but seem decades younger as they dance around their living room.

Football legend Paul McGrath has paid tribute to the ‘unsung heroes’ working across the country in this time of crisis. The former Manchester United player posted to heartfelt messages on social media to recognise the bravery and commitment of Irish key workers.

A bishop has accused his parishioners of being selfish in trying to pressurise priests into saying private masses during the coronavirus pandemic. Bishop Kevin Doran issued a statement to the those in the Diocese of Elphin Co Sligo asking them to adhere to the government guidelines.