A revamped version of the classic Irish dance production ‘Rhythm of the Dance’ is wowing audiences in American theatres. The show tells the story of the history of Ireland and has been a worldwide hit for the past 15 years. Over 5 million people have seen the production and it has also featured on PBS… Continue reading Irish dance show a hit in America
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RTÉ Player International to bring Irish TV across the world
Irish people living overseas will now be able to watch 500 hours’ worth of free and paid for Irish TV, thanks to the launch of the RTÉ Player International. The Player will provide an online television service that can be accessed across the world. Shows such as the Late Late Show are national institutions in… Continue reading RTÉ Player International to bring Irish TV across the world
Ireland calls on its emigrant sons and daughters to come home
The Irish government has produced its first ever policy for the diaspora, and it wants emigrants to come back to Ireland. The policy is called Global Irish and looks at ways the government can connect with the people who have left Ireland. It says that the diaspora is both ‘an asset and a responsibility’ that… Continue reading Ireland calls on its emigrant sons and daughters to come home
Adorable performance – Dad and daughter sing Frozen
A Dad and his daughter performed a brilliant duet of the hit song, Let it Go, from the Disney movie Frozen. The video has got more than four million YouTube views in its first week. Dad Billy is full of encouragement for his adorable three-year-old girl Blakely as she belts out the emotional song.
How much do Irish couples spend on their wedding?
Romantic Irish couples are spending more on their wedding day than they have in previous years, according to a new survey. The survey from website mrs2be.ie also revealed other information about Irish weddings such as the most popular month, the least expensive county and the average spent on wedding dresses.
Commercial flights disrupted as ‘cloaked’ Russian military jets fly into Irish airspace
Commercial planes had to be either delayed or diverted last month as Russian bombers flew into Irish airspace. The jets, which were carrying hundreds of passengers, needed to be disrupted in order to prevent potential collisions with the two Russian bear bombers.
English media says Ireland can win the World Cup
The Ireland rugby team put in a great effort on Sunday to beat England in their third match of this year’s 6 Nations tournament – making it three wins out of three. Ireland’s performance has earned them plenty of praise across the Irish Sea, with some sections of the English media suggesting that the Irish… Continue reading English media says Ireland can win the World Cup
A unique view of Cork, on a bike
A Brazilian backpacker has created a video which offers a unique view of one of Ireland’s major cities. Matheus Salles, from Rio de Janeiro, visited Cork and enjoyed the former European Capital of Culture so much that he made his video by cycling through the centre and taking in some of the landmarks.
Irish granny’s reaction to Fifty Shades of Grey movie – does she approve?
What happens when an Irish granny watches the red-hot new movie Fifty Shades of Grey? Well Jonathan Mitchell recorded his Irish granny as he questioned her about what she thought of the film.
Mum transforms home into Coca Cola shrine
A mum has transformed her home into a shrine to the world-famous soft drink Coca-Cola. Lillian of Glanmire, Co Cork has painted her entire house red and white and decorated it with countless ornaments and items with the Coca Cola brand.
