Music students create stirring tribute to ‘Heroes of ’16’

A class of music students have written and performed a stirring song to tribute the Irish rebels of the Easter Rising. The Heroes of ‘16 is the fitting title of the patriotic song. It was written and arranged by students at De La Salle College in Dundalk, Co Louth.

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Irish family gave up their jobs to live out their lives on YouTube

A couple have been able to give up their day jobs and spend their time raising their two kids thanks to their YouTube channel which is viewed by 1.5million people every day. Jonathan and Anna Saccone-Joly broadcast their everyday lives with regular videos of them and their children Emilia and Eduardo.

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RTÉ create Easter Rising International Hub for viewers around the world

Irish broadcaster RTÉ have made their large collection of documentaries, dramas and discussions about the Easter Rising available to people all around the world with a new 1916 Hub. Viewers can access the programmes via RTÉ Player which is available on desktop, iOs and Android. It is great news for Irish people living abroad and… Continue reading RTÉ create Easter Rising International Hub for viewers around the world

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Drone footage shows off the beauty of Cork Harbour

The beautiful Cork Harbour is the latest landmark in Ireland to have its magnificence captured from the sky by a drone camera. AirCam Ireland sent their drone camera up above Cork and recorded footage that really showcases the stunning landscape of the county.

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Michael Collins director excited at re-release of film

The director of the 1996 film Michael Collins has spoken about the re-release of the movie 20 years after it was first made. Neil Jordan was speaking to joe.ie about the iconic film based on the life of Irish leader Collins.

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Gerard Butler won’t be trying an Irish accent again

Hollywood heart-throb Gerard Butler has said he will not take a role which requires an Irish accent again after his attempt in the 2007 film PS I Love You. The Scottish star received heavy criticism following the movie, in which he played an Irish man delivering love messages to his widow from beyond the grave.

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Irish fans hopeful of progression in the Euros

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Thousands of Irish fans are expected to travel to France for the European Championships this summer. Ireland have a tough group with Belgium, Italy and Sweden to play and progression to the knockout stage would be considered a real feat.

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