Liam Neeson has revealed that he is writing a movie script with U2 star Bono. Neeson and Bono are two of Ireland’s most famous sons and have been good friends for a number of years. Neeson has previously stated that Bono had been a great support to him and his sons after his wife passed… Continue reading Neeson and Bono working on movie script
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Documentary series on Irish children 'sold into adoption'
A documentary series produced by the BBC looks into the lives of some Irish children who were ‘sold’ to American couples by the Catholic Church in the 1950s and 60s. The documentary, called Ireland’s Lost Babies, is by Philomena author Martin Sixsmith. Sixsmith meets people who were adopted by American parents in the 1950s and… Continue reading Documentary series on Irish children 'sold into adoption'
New Guinness ad takes us into the famous brewery
The new Guinness advert, that takes us on a mini tour of the brewery, made its first appearance on Irish and British television screens yesterday. The advert is the first in a new series called ‘In Pursuit of More’. The series gives a behind the scenes look at the brewery, showing us how the stout… Continue reading New Guinness ad takes us into the famous brewery
Former President urged to name and shame Catholic cleric
Mary McAleese has been called on to name and shame the Catholic cleric who laughed when she suggested he should ‘tell the people of God’ about sexual abuse within the church. The former Irish President recently revealed that she had a showdown with a senior Catholic official. She said that she told him to be… Continue reading Former President urged to name and shame Catholic cleric
People with Irish roots urged to return for Easter Rising centenary
Ireland wants to attract people of Irish descent back home to mark the 100-year anniversary of the Easter Rising. The centenary of the Rising will take place in 2016 and tourism bosses are keen to mark the occasion by welcoming back as many Irish ex-pats as possible.
What next for Ireland’s new world champion?
Congratulations to Carl Frampton from all of us at Ireland Calling. The Belfast boxer, nicknamed ‘the Jackal’, kicked off a great weekend for Irish sport by beating Spanish star Kiko Martinez to become IBF super bantamweight champion of the world. It was Frampton’s first attempt at a world title, which can be a daunting enough… Continue reading What next for Ireland’s new world champion?
Exhibition celebrating Co Kerry’s beauty
A new photography exhibition featuring many breathtaking images from a variety of photographers is heading to Kerry next week. The Kerry Landscapes Photography Exhibition will take place on Sunday 14th September and will be held at the Fels Point Hotel Tralee. Kerry is one of the most beautiful parts of Ireland and photographers from all… Continue reading Exhibition celebrating Co Kerry’s beauty
Irish island could be sold for as little as €100,000
How would you like to own your own island off the coast of Ireland? If so then Duvillaun Beg Island, Belmullet, off the coast of Co Mayo could be just the place for you. It is one of a cluster of islands known as Duvillaun and is up for auction on 16 September. The reserve… Continue reading Irish island could be sold for as little as €100,000
Could Ireland have a new world champion on Saturday?
Irish boxing fans will be watching with nervous anticipation on Saturday as highly rated Carl Frampton goes up against IBF super bantamweight champion Kiko Martinez. The unbeaten Belfast fighter, who is nicknamed ‘the Jackal’, is the most promising prospect in Irish boxing for several years. If he beats Martinez he will become the first Irish… Continue reading Could Ireland have a new world champion on Saturday?
Mrs Brown’s Boys star to appear in Strictly
Jennifer Gibney, who plays Mrs Brown’s daughter Cathy Brown in the hit movie and TV show Mrs Brown’s Boys is set to appear on Strictly Come Dancing. Gibney has become a much loved star in Ireland and the UK thanks to her role in the series. The spin off movie was a huge success and… Continue reading Mrs Brown’s Boys star to appear in Strictly
