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Irish men have been named as the ‘undisputed ugliest in the world’ by users of an elite dating website. The LA based site beautifulpeople.com has over five million members around the world – but only the most beautiful are allowed to join.

Members of the Asian community in Ireland say they are suffering increased levels of racism because of the outbreak of the coronavirus. One woman was reportedly attacked by a group of girls who punched and spat at her while shouting “you brought the virus”.

Irish music mogul Louis Walsh has backed Simon Cowell’s decision to ‘rest’ the British version of the X Factor this year following a steady decline in viewing figures. He joked ‘thank God for Westlife’ as his attention will now turn to his former boyband after they announced they will be …

Derry Girls actress Tara Lynne O’Neill has paid tribute to her on-screen husband Tommy Tiernan insisting he is ‘just an amazing human being’. O’Neill, who plays the stereotypical Irish mam in the hit comedy, was speaking about her co-star’s versatility.

Hurling has been described as ‘an Irish secret’ by British presenter Freddie Flintoff. The Top Gear host was one of the best cricketers of his generation and also had a brief career in boxing before finally retiring from professional sport.

An Irish pub manager was able to maintain a sense of humour when a fussy customer left a bad online review following a visit. The customer had visited O’Sullivan’s Bar, which is a popular pub in Co Cork.

Riverdance is marking its 25 year anniversary by turning its spectacular show into a movie that will be screened in cinemas all around the world. The iconic show has been a global sensation since it was first performed during the interval of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994.