Moone Boy actress Deirdre O’Kane has quizzed Irish kids about their mammies and what they mean to them. The kids provided some adorable and hilarious insights into their relationships with their mammies.
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Sacred altar stone taken from historic pilgrim site
An historic pilgrim altar has gone missing from an island church of Gougane Barra in Co Cork. Gardaí suspect the sacred stone has been stolen. The 1.2m stone is known to be at least 350 years old, and is one of the key attractions for pilgrims visiting the island. Gougane Barra is considered a sacred… Continue reading Sacred altar stone taken from historic pilgrim site
James Galway criticises Ian Paisley Sr over Northern Ireland killings
The world renowned flautist Sir James Galway has sparked controversy by saying that the late Rev Ian Paisley was “indirectly responsible” for killings in Northern Ireland. Mr Paisley died in 2014 at the age of 88. Sir James was originally from Belfast and was brought up as a Protestant and a Unionist. However, he said… Continue reading James Galway criticises Ian Paisley Sr over Northern Ireland killings
Ireland split over €5m payout from FIFA
There has been a mixed reaction from the people of Ireland about the €5m FIFA payout over the Thierry Henry handball goal. Many are accusing the FAI of failing to fight for justice for the players and fans, and allowing themselves to be bought off. Others claim that the FAI did all it could from… Continue reading Ireland split over €5m payout from FIFA
Special WB Yeats coin to mark 150 years since his birth
The Central Bank of Ireland has produced a special edition coin featuring WB Yeats to honour the 150 year anniversary of his birth. The coin has been designed by Irish artist Mary Gregoriy, who has created a visual image of Yeats’ most famous poem, The Lake Isle of Innisfree.
Irish bridesmaid performs brilliant song at cousin's wedding
This Irish bridesmaid livened up the party at her cousin’s wedding party by singing a personalised song to the happy newlyweds. ‘Dear Seana’s Husband’ is a delightful song written and performed by Colleen Laverty, cousin and best friend of the bride Seana.
Video – Irish people explain Irish phrases
Irish people are renowned for enjoying a chat and being happy to start conversations with total strangers, particularly when in the pub. However, Ireland like all other countries, has its own slang terms that might not be recognisable to people from elsewhere in the world. Would you know what to think if you were told… Continue reading Video – Irish people explain Irish phrases
Australian pundit says sorry for anti-Irish rant
The Australian political advisor who went on a shocking anti-Irish rant during a live television debate has finally apologised for his insulting comments. Grahame Morris accused the Irish of being “people who can’t grow potatoes” and calling the shamrock a “mutant lawn weed”.
Irishman's storytelling card trick has millions asking: "How does he do that?"
An Irishman performed a magic trick in his local pub that had his friends in hysterics, and has now attracted millions more views online with everybody asking: “How does he do that?” Dave Duggan of Co Cork gathered his friends around the pool table to tell them a story using a pack of cards.
Irish girl kicks ass on Britain's Got Talent final
Ireland’s cutest ninja sword fighter did the nation proud in the final of Britain’s Got Talent. Nine-year-old Jesse-Jane McParland put on a fantastic final performance, in which she slayed bad guys with ease, all dressed in her pink outfit and pigtails.