Peaky Blinders star Cillian Murphy is set to narrate a documentary about the Irish War of Independence. It will be the second major project to do with the War of Independence that the Irish actor has worked on.
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Irishwoman whose two brothers died in Tuam mother and baby home says nuns should pay for forensic excavation
An Irishwoman whose brothers died at the Tuam Mother and Baby Home has called on nuns to pay to find the remains of missing children. A forensic excavation of the site was announced by Minister for Children Katherine Zappone, who said that the remains needed to be identified and if possible re-buried.
Has Will Ferrell bought a lakeside retreat in Ireland?
Comedy star Will Ferrell is believed to be the buyer of a lakeside retreat on the shores of Lough Sheelin in Mountnugent. The Anchorman star has Irish roots and can trace his ancestry back to Co Longford.
Racist Ryanair passenger could escape prosecution due to aviation laws
The passenger who launched a racist rant towards an elderly black woman on a Ryanair flight may escape punishment because of aviation laws. The shocking video of the white passenger abusing the woman on the Barcelona to London flight went viral over the weekend.
Mountain adventurer bonds with local African guides over classic Irish song
A mountain adventurer taught a traditional Irish song to his African guides after they bonded over days of trekking. After climbing the famous Mount Kilimanjaro Steven Curtis and his team celebrated by singing a rousing rendition of ‘Rattlin’ Bog’.
UK Shadow Chancellor says he ‘longs for a united Ireland’
UK Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell has said that he longs to see a united Ireland – as long as the move has sufficient support from the people in the North. Mr McDonnell is the second in command of the UK’s Labour party, behind Jeremy Corbyn, who is also in favour of ending partition under the… Continue reading UK Shadow Chancellor says he ‘longs for a united Ireland’
Recently discovered love letters from Michael Collins to Kitty Kiernan reveal his internal struggles and strength of resolve
Two love letters that Michael Collins sent to Kitty Kiernan have recently been uncovered. In the letters, Collins speaks of a secret regret about his decision to throw himself into politics and war rather than opt for a quiet life.
Extremely rare Titanic poster expected to reach £80,000 at auction
A rare poster promoting a journey on the Titanic’s return voyage from America has been discovered and is tipped to sell for around £80,000. The poster advertises the journey from New York to Southampton, which never happed after the maiden voyage ended in tragedy.
Organ donation advert featuring Jesus on the cross could be banned
TV watchdogs are considering banning a controversial advert for organ donation – which features Jesus on the cross. In the two-and-a-half-minute ad, Jesus is being asked to join the organ donation register and to take selfies with two Roman soldiers.
Frankie Boyle splits opinion with joke about Irish Famine and Brexit Britain
Scottish comedian Frankie Boyle is no stranger to controversy with his acerbic wit and his liking for extending the bounds of taste with his jokes. He’s also a firm opponent of Brexit – the UK’s decision to leave the European Union.
