People with ginger hair stay younger looking for longer thanks to the MC1R gene, which is also responsible for their red locks. That is according to research from scientists at Erasmus University in Rotterdam.
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Irish priest slams commercialisation of Holy Communion
An Irish priest launched a scathing attack on the commercialisation of a child’s First Holy Communion. Fr Paddy O’Kane believes that over the years parents have allowed one of Christianity’s major rites of passage to become ‘an orgy of materialism with miniature brides’.
Irish dancers wow talent show judges
Fans of Irish dancing will love a routine performed on a talent show to the classic song Red Haired Mary. They appeared on the Irish language TG4 show An Jig Gig and the judges and audience were blown away as the dancers strutted their stuff to the Dervish hit.
Dublin pub has perfect ten rules to follow for a great night out
This list of ten rules for customers to abide by in order to keep the perfect atmosphere comes from one of Dublin’s most famous pubs – and its pretty much perfect. The rules are in place at the Merry Ploughboy. While some may be slightly tongue-in-cheek, there is little doubt that if everybody adheres to… Continue reading Dublin pub has perfect ten rules to follow for a great night out
Princess Diana told her Irish friend to never lose her accent
An Irish nurse has spoken about her friendship with the late Princess Diana and said that the princess told her to never lose her accent. Michelle Rogers Dunican knew Diana during the late 1980s to early 1990s and the pair met 37 times.
Which is tastier – Irish or American beef? A Dutch chef gives his verdict
A Dutch chef has made a great video which sees him compare the merits of Irish beef vs American beef. And for good measure, he cooks up two delicious looking dishes that we can’t wait to try.
The best Irish pubs all over the world have been named
The best Irish pubs in the world have been announced at a glamorous ceremony at Galway’s Galmont Hotel. The Irish Pubs Global Awards recognised pubs not just at home but on every continent in the world.
Take a look inside this historic Irish castle
Take a look inside this famous Irish castle which underwent a €5m restoration in 2015. Markree Castle in Sligo was bought by the Corscadden family who specialise in restoring such grand buildings.
Saoirse Ronan talks about Brooklyn, awards and Hollywood friends
Saoirse Ronan appears to be taking the awards season in her stride. She was relaxed at the BAFTAs, showing no signs of nerves, despite being nominated for Best Actress at several high profile ceremonies, including the Oscars. Back in 2016, Saoirse Ronan’s career was on a steep upward trajectory. despite her tender years, she took… Continue reading Saoirse Ronan talks about Brooklyn, awards and Hollywood friends
Graham Norton says he could have been found ‘dead in a ditch’ if he came out as gay in Ireland
Irish chat king Graham Norton says that if he had come out as gay in Ireland he may have been found ‘dead in a ditch’. In recent years, Ireland has made significant progress in terms of equality issues and the public voted to legalise gay marriage in 2015.