The producers of the Irish dance phenomenon, Riverdance, have developed a new show and are set to take it on tour across North America. The show is called Heartbeat of Home, and while it is a predominantly traditional Irish dance production, it also has other styles such as the tango, flamenco, Cuban salsa and even… Continue reading New Irish dance show heading to America
Author: Michael Kehoe
Man sheds half his weight after ditching Guinness
A 22 stone man managed to lose half his body weight in under a year after giving up Guinness. Clive Horton set about his weight loss programme in January when his weight peaked at 22 and-a-half- stone. He was waiting to undergo a double knee replacement operation but was told by the doctors that he… Continue reading Man sheds half his weight after ditching Guinness
Santa Claus ‘to set up new HQ’ in Ireland
Santa Claus is to set up a new HQ and manufacturing base in Ireland. At least, that is the latest announcement from Irish government agencies which specialise in attracting new investment. Invest Ireland are hoping to entice businesses into the country with a video aimed at children that says Santa Clause is coming to town.… Continue reading Santa Claus ‘to set up new HQ’ in Ireland
Newgrange voted Ireland’s favourite heritage site
Newgrange, the ancient Celtic burial chamber which is older than the Egyptian Pyramids, has been voted as Ireland’s most popular heritage site for the fourth year in a row by the National Heritage survey. The ancient burial site got 15% of the vote as it beat off competition from Glendalough, Co Wicklow, which received 9%… Continue reading Newgrange voted Ireland’s favourite heritage site
Anchorman Ron Burgundy challenges Irish leader
Comedy news anchor Ron Burgundy has released a video challenging Enda Kenny to a live debate. It comes after the Irish Taoiseach misspelled Nelson Mandela’s tribal name in the book of condolences. Kenny addressed his message to ‘Nadiba’ thinking it was the former South African leader’s tribal name. However, he was left red faced as… Continue reading Anchorman Ron Burgundy challenges Irish leader
Boxer Mike Tyson may be banned from Ireland
Former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Mike Tyson may be banned from entering Ireland because he was convicted and jailed for three years for raping a beauty queen. Tyson’s one man show, The Undisputed Truth, was due to arrive in Ireland in on March 27th 2014. Premium tickets worth €156 have already sold out. The show… Continue reading Boxer Mike Tyson may be banned from Ireland
Ireland voted number one destination by Americans
Ireland has been named as “The Best Tourist Destination” by Americans for the second year running. The survey was carried out by Global Traveller magazine. They quizzed 22,000 people on what their favourite holiday destination is, based on numerous aspects of a trip including the friendliness of the locals and the attractions on offer. For… Continue reading Ireland voted number one destination by Americans
‘Lost’ photo of Easter 1916 leaders put on display
A recently discovered photograph that features several Irish revolutionary leaders has been put on display in Galway 100 years after it was taken. The photo which was taken in 1913 is a large group portrait. Three of the people in the picture went on to be presidents of Ireland. Half of the people who signed… Continue reading ‘Lost’ photo of Easter 1916 leaders put on display
Kerry residents get good ‘neigh’ bours
New homes have been found for 40 horses in Ireland thanks to the power Facebook. Last week 85 horses were rounded up and impounded in Cork. They were in varying states of health. Some were malnourished, others had skin or chest infections and some were lame. Thirty of the horses were returned to their owners… Continue reading Kerry residents get good ‘neigh’ bours
Irish names ‘duck out’ of top ten most popular
The popularity of Irish names has taken a dip in America due to the success of reality shows such as Duck Dynasty. A survey on baby trends by Babycenter showed that fewer parents had given their baby a traditional Irish name over the last 12 months. The name Korie has rocketed in popularity thanks to… Continue reading Irish names ‘duck out’ of top ten most popular
