Have you heard the one about the Irish comedian who jumped into a black hole? Co Wicklow funnyman Dara O’Briain might not have got the witty punch line he was hoping for when he put the question to legendary physicist Professor Stephen Hawking.
Author: Michael Kehoe
Irish teenagers create original anti-smoking video
A group of Irish teenagers have made an anti-smoking video that really will send a shiver down your spine. That is because they have borrowed heavily from the horror genre to create ‘Passive Nightmares’ – one of the most original anti-smoking videos we have ever seen.
Ireland’s children discuss what makes them feel Irish
The matter of national identity is something that can give people a sense of pride and belonging in countries all over the world. Every country has its own collection of aspects that give its people a sense of identity. However, they might be different things for different generations.
Liam Neeson urges council to restore The Quiet Man cottage
Liam Neeson has become the latest movie star to give his support to a campaign to save the Quiet Man cottage. Neeson sent a personal message to a Facebook page that had been set up to campaign to restore the cottage to its former glory.
Great video shows man doing same dance in 100 places
A video of a man performing the same dance routine in 100 places has gone viral with over one million views in the first five days of being published. Matt Bray from Naperville, Illinois, USA learned the routine and then performed it to Parov Stelar’s The Sun ft. Graham Candy in a wide variety of… Continue reading Great video shows man doing same dance in 100 places
Amnesty International criticises Ireland’s laws on abortion
The Irish government has been criticised for using a British law as an excuse to avoid having to make a controversial but important decision. Amnesty International – an organisation that champions human rights – has issued a report that calls for the government to decriminalise abortion.
Colin Farrell speaks out against Catholic Church
Colin Farrell has criticised the Catholic Church for its reaction to the result of Ireland’s same-sex marriage referendum. The Irish Hollywood star, whose brother is gay, was a vocal supporter of same-sex marriage in the lead up to the referendum. He has also been supportive of equal rights for gay people in general throughout the… Continue reading Colin Farrell speaks out against Catholic Church
Video – Irish best man’s hilarious song has guests in stitches
An Irish best man stole the show at his brother’s wedding reception when he produced a ukulele and delivered his speech in the form of a song. Matt O’ Boyle had the wedding guests in stitches with his hilarious lyrics. Throughout the song, his brother Sean and his bride Caroline didn’t know what to expect… Continue reading Video – Irish best man’s hilarious song has guests in stitches
English born soccer stars’ pride in playing for Ireland
A number of English born soccer players have discussed their decision to represent the Republic of Ireland at international level rather than their country of birth. Players such as Mark Lawrenson, John Aldridge, Mick McCarthy, Andy Townsend, Jason McAteer, Steven Reid, Chris Hughton, Gary Breen and Lee Carsley all came from Irish families who had… Continue reading English born soccer stars’ pride in playing for Ireland
Young Irish ‘Bodhrán boys’ are an Internet hit
Three young lads have become an Internet sensation as a video of them playing the bodhrán and sean nós dancing has gone viral. The video of the ‘Bodhrán Boys’ features the three lads – Ryan Owens, Aaron Dorey and Ryan Sheridan – sitting in the kitchen ready to put on a show. They seem like… Continue reading Young Irish ‘Bodhrán boys’ are an Internet hit
