The annual Puck Fair is underway in Kilorglin, Co Kerry and yesterday the town welcomed 50,000 visitors for the event. The Puck Fair is a tradition that takes place on the 10th-12th August every year and sees a goat be named ‘King Puck’.
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Ireland set for record breaking year for tourism
The number of overseas visitors to Ireland from key markets such as the US, the UK and mainland Europe is increasing. It means that Ireland is heading for a record breaking year for tourism, but the industry has been warned not to make the mistakes of the past by overcharging.
Incredible 50m jump from Waterford kite-surfer
A thrill seeker from Waterford took advantage of the extreme weather conditions to perform an astonishing 50m kite-surfing jump across a beach in Tramore.
Irish Wolfhound hopes to win Nose of Tralee
An Irish wolfhound is among the favourites to be named as the 2015 Nose of Tralee after being selected as the contestant for Dublin.
Video tours of some of Ireland’s most desirable homes
How would you like to take a tour of some of Ireland’s most desirable properties without having to leave the comfort of your own home? Well now you can thanks to the Irish Examiner, who have created video tours of some of the most sought after homes on the market.
Romantic Irishman writes a song to propose to his girlfriend
A romantic Irishman proposed to his long-term girlfriend on a night out with his family – while singing to her at a karaoke bar. When 26-year-old Mark Kieran was called up to sing his family expected him to belt out a well-known hit but instead he poured his heart out with a song he wrote… Continue reading Romantic Irishman writes a song to propose to his girlfriend
New The Quiet Man whiskey – but it’s not what you think
The owner of a Northern Irish drinks company is launching a new Irish whiskey as a tribute to his late father.
Street artist James Earley paints Dublin Quay
Take a look at this YouTube video of a street artist in action, painting over graffiti at Dublin Quay and creating a fantastic mural. The artist is James Earley who explains that a passion for epic artwork and imagery is in his genes. His family used to run a stained glass studio for over 100… Continue reading Street artist James Earley paints Dublin Quay
Movie trailer shows Johnny Depp as Irish American gangster
A trailer for the movie Black Mass starring Johnny Depp as the notorious Irish American gangster Whitey Bulger has been released. The Hollywood star is almost unrecognisable in the role, which sees him return to gritty dramas such as Donnie Brascoe and Public Enemies.
Does Liam the singing Irish Wolfhound like the park?
He ain’t nothing but a hound dog – albeit one with a pretty decent singing voice. Liam the singing Irish wolfhound is an internet sensation and his video has been seen hundreds of thousands of times.