Now perhaps it is just this writer, but with all the troubles and problems in the world these days sometimes it is nice to just find a feel-good story that lifts the spirits. Step forward the piano maestro Brendan Kavanagh – aka Mr Boogie Woogie.
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Irish singer talks about the pitfalls of becoming a star so young
Irish musician Damian McGinty has spoken about the importance of staying grounded as he became a star from a young age. The Derry singer joined supergroup Celtic Thunder when he was just 14 and has said he has his upbringing to thank that he has not been led astray.
Dublin is the second-most coffee-obsessed capital in the world
Dubliners love a cup of coffee more than any other capital city in the world according to a recent survey by online retailer BrewSmartly. Well, any other capital city in the world other than Amsterdam that is, and their coffee shops famously also legally sell marijuana so their clients may not be as coffee-obsessed as… Continue reading Dublin is the second-most coffee-obsessed capital in the world
Take a look around this €3m mansion overlooking Dalkey Island
An 1865 mansion dubbed the Raj Mahal has been placed on the market with an asking price of €3m. Fern Hill is a 2,798 sq ft mansion overlooking the beautiful Dalkey Island.
Sports scientist encourages elderly to lift weights to maintain their health
An Irish fitness expert has advised older people to lift weights to reduce the risk of illness and injury. David Nolan is a sports scientist currently studying for his PhD in applied strength and conditioning at DCU.
Disney star leaves thoughtful hand-written message at Dublin restaurant
Hollywood star Maya Rudolph delighted the owners of a Dublin restaurant when she left a thoughtful note at the table after her meal. The Bridesmaids actress was dining at Juanitos in Drury Street and was so pleased with the quality of the food and service that she left a hand-written note thanking the staff.
Lord of the Dance wins best actor for role in movie he wrote himself
Lord of the Dance Michael Flatley has advised his fans to ‘follow your dreams’ after he won the best actor award at the Monaco streaming film festival. The Irish dance legend wrote, directed and starred in the spy thriller Blackbird.
We just sound so good… Irish accent named sexiest again
The Irish accent has been named as the sexiest in the UK after a study carried out by Coffee Friend. The retail company sells coffee machines and various blends for home connoisseurs of coffee.
Lord of the Dance celebrates 25 years on top of the world
Lord of the Dance Michael Flatley celebrated the 25th year anniversary of his spectacular Riverdance show this week. The veteran Chicago-born star has been one of the key driving forces behind the rise in popularity of Irish dance over the past few decades.
Hollywood star promises to find his relatives in Ireland
Hollywood star Jerry O’Connell has revealed that he has Irish heritage from both the Republic and the North. The actor has already visited his relatives from his mother’s side of the family in Belfast and says he hopes to track down his family members from his father’s side in Co Cork.
