Ireland has been named as “The Best Tourist Destination” by Americans for the second year running. The survey was carried out by Global Traveller magazine. They quizzed 22,000 people on what their favourite holiday destination is, based on numerous aspects of a trip including the friendliness of the locals and the attractions on offer. For… Continue reading Ireland voted number one destination by Americans
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Ireland’s writers get behind anti-surveillance appeal
Several of Ireland’s top writers have added their names to a movement aiming to restrict the power of governments and corporations to monitor and record the online behaviour of the general public. The appeal has been put together by a group of international authors from around the world. As successful and influential individuals, the authors… Continue reading Ireland’s writers get behind anti-surveillance appeal
Dublin goes crazy as Ron Burgundy visits town
Fans in Dublin went crazy last night as Ron Burgundy and his news team rocked up for the Premiere of the eagerly anticipated Anchorman 2. The first film, Anchorman: the Legend of Ron Burgundy was a worldwide smash hit and developed a cult fan base. The sequel is a certain box office hit and hundreds… Continue reading Dublin goes crazy as Ron Burgundy visits town
‘Lost’ photo of Easter 1916 leaders put on display
A recently discovered photograph that features several Irish revolutionary leaders has been put on display in Galway 100 years after it was taken. The photo which was taken in 1913 is a large group portrait. Three of the people in the picture went on to be presidents of Ireland. Half of the people who signed… Continue reading ‘Lost’ photo of Easter 1916 leaders put on display
Mother thanks Irish for genorisity for twin’s op
A mother in Cork has been overwhelmed by the generosity of people in Ireland after she won her race against time to raise €35,000 for lifesaving operations for her twin daughters. Zoe and Maya Murnane were born premature last June and diagnosed with Long Segment Tracheal Stenosis, which causes major blockages to the airways. The… Continue reading Mother thanks Irish for genorisity for twin’s op
Kerry residents get good ‘neigh’ bours
New homes have been found for 40 horses in Ireland thanks to the power Facebook. Last week 85 horses were rounded up and impounded in Cork. They were in varying states of health. Some were malnourished, others had skin or chest infections and some were lame. Thirty of the horses were returned to their owners… Continue reading Kerry residents get good ‘neigh’ bours
Irish names ‘duck out’ of top ten most popular
The popularity of Irish names has taken a dip in America due to the success of reality shows such as Duck Dynasty. A survey on baby trends by Babycenter showed that fewer parents had given their baby a traditional Irish name over the last 12 months. The name Korie has rocketed in popularity thanks to… Continue reading Irish names ‘duck out’ of top ten most popular
Pope Francis reveals he once worked at a night club
We know him now as Pope Francis – the spiritual leader of 1.2billion Catholics across the world. He is also an inspiring figure for millions of people from other religious denominations.
Sex in the City star helps family of tragic Irish girl
Sarah Jessica Parker is supporting the fundraising event for the family of an Irish girl who was tragically killed in New York. Kalie Gill died in a car accident in October. Her sister Lindsey was also injured and is currently recovering at a rehabilitation center. A Benefit concert is taking place on Friday to help… Continue reading Sex in the City star helps family of tragic Irish girl
Irish are ‘most generous people in Europe’
The Irish are the most giving and charitable people in Europe, according to a new survey. It’s the third time running that the Irish have topped the European chart. They are also the fifth most generous people in the world.