An online video has emerged of a young man playing the uilleann pipes while sitting on a busy night time bus. As the bus travelled through the streets of Dublin, the man decided to liven up the journey and belted out a bit of Irish music.
Author: Michael Kehoe
Amazing video captures Irish college ‘exploding’ after lightning strike
An Irish college lecturer was perfectly placed to capture a hugely dramatic and terrifying video of her college ‘exploding’ after being struck by lightning. Nicola Duffy was in the right place at the right time – or the wrong place at the wrong time, depending on how you look at it – to film a… Continue reading Amazing video captures Irish college ‘exploding’ after lightning strike
Irish actress admits to spying on her kids online
Irish actress and comedian Deirdre O’Kane has admitted that she and her husband spy on their children to make sure that they are not being exposed to online dangers. O’Kane, who stars in the hit TV series Moone Boy, says she is worried about her children’s safety, especially as you can never be sure who… Continue reading Irish actress admits to spying on her kids online
Saoirse Ronan to vote for the first time in marriage equality referendum
Young Irish actress Saoirse Ronan is ready to vote for the first time in her life – and she is delighted that it will be in this week’s marriage equality referendum. The 21-year-old was too young to vote in the 2011 general election but she is pleased that her first vote could have a direct… Continue reading Saoirse Ronan to vote for the first time in marriage equality referendum
Ardal O’Hanlon opposes brother in gay marriage referendum
Irish comedy legend Ardal O’Hanlon has found himself opposed to his brother in the upcoming same sex marriage referendum. The comedian, who is famous for his role as Dougal McGuire in Father Ted, is in favour of gay people having the right to marry.
American teenager performs Irish dancing to modern pop hits
A teenager is aiming to bring Irish dancing into the 21st century and has released a series of vines of him showing off his moves to some modern chart hits. Owen Luebbers is a regular American teenager from Philadelphia, with an extraordinary talent. The 16-year-old is a keen Irish dancer and has shown great innovation… Continue reading American teenager performs Irish dancing to modern pop hits
Limerick may become the Hollywood of Ireland
The Irish city of Limerick has received a welcome boost as it has been revealed as a potential rival to Hollywood with plans to build an international film studio. Innovate Limerick, which is owned by the council, is looking to buy a 340,000sq ft building at Plassey Technological Park near the university, which it will… Continue reading Limerick may become the Hollywood of Ireland
Wedding guests love best man’s song
A best man at an Irish wedding took the guests by surprise recently when he burst into song for his ‘speech’. The wedding reception was in full swing as the guests were settling down for the speeches and customary wedding toasts.
Irish Ambassador bakes home made gift for Barbra Streisand
American star Barbra Streisand has become one of the world’s most famous fans of the Irish classic soda bread. The legendary actress and singer was given some soda bread by the Irish Ambassador to the US in Washington DC.
More Irish people emigrating to Australia
There was an increase in the number of Irish emigrants applying for permanent residency in Australia last year, according to the latest figures. The news may come as a blow to the Irish government who this week predicted that emigrants will start to return to Ireland at a greater rate within the next two years.
