Lord of the Dance Michael Flatley has chosen to end his career at the one place he has never performed – Broadway. The Irish dance legend has spoken about his plans for retirement, and wants to go out on a high in what he called “the greatest place in the world”.
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Is this how Irish dancing really started?
A group of Irish dance performers have choreographed a unique routine to demonstrate their theory on how Irish dancing really started.
What do the Irish look for in a friend?
Millions of people around the world spent hours and hours in the 1990s watching Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe and Joey getting themselves into trouble, and being there for each other. To commemorate the 21 years since Friends was first broadcast, One4all have completed a survey to see what Irish people look for in their… Continue reading What do the Irish look for in a friend?
Trophy celebrating British 'victory' in Easter Rising to be auctioned
A trophy marking the British ‘victory’ in the Easter Rising is to go under the hammer this week and is expected to sell for up to €1200. It was purchased by a Japanese woman at a London flea-market in the late 1980s. Now, many years later its historical significance has been recognised.
Luke Skywalker pulls perfect pint of Guinness in Kerry
Veteran US actor Mark Hamill took a break from battling the Empire to enjoy a good old pint of Guinness, and even got behind the bar to pull a few more himself.
Irish singers convince Simon Cowell they have what it takes
Two Irish singers progressed through to the boot-camp stage of the X Factor last night after convincing Simon Cowell and his fellow judges that they have what it takes to win the show.
Ryan Tubridy puts luxury Dublin home up for sale
Irish television presenter Ryan Tubridy has put his luxury Dublin home up for sale following his break-up from former Rose of Tralee Aoibhinn Ni Shuilleabhain. The Late Late Show host admits the stunning property is now “too big” for him to live in on his own and he is looking for “something cosier”.
Irish rugby team take inspiration from Usain Bolt
Ireland’s rugby team got a timely boost ahead of the World Cup last week when they were visited by global superstar Usain Bolt. The world’s fastest man joined the players for dinner in London and chatted with them about the upcoming tournament and also about his own achievements this year.