An Irish woman has posted a video that highlights the importance of training help dogs for people with disabilities. Shannon Locke suffers from epilepsy. She filmed her pet Labrador Poppy spring into action as she had an epileptic fit.
Author: Michael Kehoe
Irish sports fans pranked by rugby legend in Dublin pub
Irish sports fans who stopped by a bar in Dublin to watch a game got the shock of their lives when they came face to face with an iconic sporting legend. It was part of a quiz machine prank set up by beer giant Heineken as part of their ‘It’s Your Call’ campaign.
Majority of Irish people are unaware of factors that could lead to obesity
Worrying figures have revealed that the vast majority of people in Ireland are unaware of factors that could lead to obesity. The figures, released by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP) show that 82% of people were unaware of the amount of exercise needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Hilarious parking fine story from Joe Lycett
Anybody who has received an unfair parking fine and then pulled their hair out trying to deal with the authorities will love this video. It can be extremely frustrating for people when they are given a fine as there doesn’t seem to be a great deal they can do about it other than pay –… Continue reading Hilarious parking fine story from Joe Lycett
Maureen O’Hara fans create video tributes for the star for her 95th birthday
Legendary Irish actress Maureen O’Hara celebrated her 95th birthday last week and tributes came in thick and fast for the star. Thanks to the power of YouTube people from countries all over the world were able to upload video clips of themselves wishing O’Hara a happy birthday and giving a brief message about what she… Continue reading Maureen O’Hara fans create video tributes for the star for her 95th birthday
Video – kayakers surrounded by basking sharks off the Irish coast
At first glance this really isn’t for the faint hearted. A video shows a group of sharks swimming close to some kayakers off the Irish coast. Thankfully they were basking sharks, which although are the second largest fish in the sea, are friendly and harmless.
Survey reveals 54% of tourists come for the Irish pub experience
Over half of tourists who visit Ireland are tempted to the country by the Irish pub, according to a new survey by the ‘Support Your Local’ campaign. The survey revealed that the Irish pub was the second most popular reason given by tourists for why they chose to visit Ireland.
Dublin is the second friendliest city in the world
Dublin has been named the friendliest city in Europe and the second most friendly in the world by an American travel magazine. The survey was conducted by Condé Nast Traveler who invited readers to vote and leave comments about their favourite cities.
Generous Irish boy donates money to children’s hospital
A generous Irish boy had his parents beaming with pride when he revealed what he intended to do with his communion money. Liam O’Flynn decided that rather than keep the money for himself he would prefer to donate it to Temple Street Children’s Hospital.
Daniel O’Donnell signs up for Strictly Come Dancing
Irish crooner Daniel O’Donnell is set to dust off his dancing shoes as he has been announced as a contestant on popular prime time show Strictly Come Dancing. The easy listening star will be a welcome addition to the show as he has a huge fan base in Ireland and across the world.
