Category: Lifestyle

A young Irish golfer had the time of his life as met Rory McIlroy at a promotional event and showed off his skills before a huge media gathering. Sean Reddy is only eight years old but has already raised plenty of eyebrows with his considerable talent and potential.

An online video has emerged of a young man playing the uilleann pipes while sitting on a busy night time bus. As the bus travelled through the streets of Dublin, the man decided to liven up the journey and belted out a bit of Irish music.

Former Irish president Mary McAleese has accused the Catholic Church of hypocrisy in their stance to the same-sex marriage referendum. McAleese was speaking at an event hosted by the BeLonG To organisation, which offers help and support to young gay people.

An Irish college lecturer was perfectly placed to capture a hugely dramatic and terrifying video of her college ‘exploding’ after being struck by lightning. Nicola Duffy was in the right place at the right time – or the wrong place at the wrong time, depending on how you look at it – to film a… Continue reading Amazing video captures Irish college ‘exploding’ after lightning strike

Prince Charles and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall will begin their four-day visit to Ireland today, with a meeting with Sínn Féin president Gerry Adams. The Prince of Wales will meet with the Sínn Féin leader at a visit to National University of Ireland, Galway, where a celebration of Irish culture will take place.

Irish actress and comedian Deirdre O’Kane has admitted that she and her husband spy on their children to make sure that they are not being exposed to online dangers. O’Kane, who stars in the hit TV series Moone Boy, says she is worried about her children’s safety, especially as you can never be sure who… Continue reading Irish actress admits to spying on her kids online

Young Irish actress Saoirse Ronan is ready to vote for the first time in her life – and she is delighted that it will be in this week’s marriage equality referendum. The 21-year-old was too young to vote in the 2011 general election but she is pleased that her first vote could have a direct… Continue reading Saoirse Ronan to vote for the first time in marriage equality referendum