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Beer
fromIndependent
11 hours ago

Luke O'Neill: With the number of redheads on the rise, are Irish people simply more evolved?

Natural selection is increasingly favoring redheads due to specific advantages.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Lochs, bothies and burial chambers: readers' favourite trips in Scotland

Exploring the northern Highlands and Orkney reveals stunning landscapes and significant neolithic sites, offering a unique adventure in Scotland.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

Exploding myth in the American West * Oregon ArtsWatch

The frontier myth has proven to be one of the most powerful and enduring stories in American history, erasing or altering the history of people of color and women in the West.
History
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

In Rural Ireland, Textile Weavers Offer a Glimpse of a Craft's Past and Future

"We met with linen and wool weavers and were blown away by the exceptional quality and beauty of the cloth they produced, as well as the depth of [textile] history in Ireland. We were in equal measure concerned by the decline in the number of weavers. They mentioned that they were losing out to cheaper cloth from abroad and that Irish buyers were few and far between."
Fashion & style
#ireland
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Europe news

'One Saturday, we had a funeral, a wedding, a first communion and then mass. It was too much': Ireland's priests are feeling the pressure

fromCN Traveller
1 week ago
Travel

7 wonders of Ireland for 2026

Ireland offers seven magical wonders, blending stunning landscapes with rich cultural heritage, ideal for travelers seeking both popular and lesser-known destinations.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Travel

The Go Ireland List: 100 travel treasures for 2026, from a Newgrange swap to a snug 'to guard with your life'

Ireland rewards slow, local experiences rather than ticking off bucket-list sights in a single visit.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Europe news

'One Saturday, we had a funeral, a wedding, a first communion and then mass. It was too much': Ireland's priests are feeling the pressure

Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

7 wonders of Ireland for 2026

Ireland offers seven magical wonders, blending stunning landscapes with rich cultural heritage, ideal for travelers seeking both popular and lesser-known destinations.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Travel

The Go Ireland List: 100 travel treasures for 2026, from a Newgrange swap to a snug 'to guard with your life'

#dublin
fromIndependent
3 days ago
London

Sinead Ryan: My quest to holiday in every EU capital brought me to my home town of Dublin, and I was delighted with what I found

Dublin offers diverse attractions, from the Guinness Storehouse to unique libraries, despite frustrations with tourist crowds.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago
Travel

What a Long Weekend in Dublin With My Grown Son Taught Me About Letting Go

A Dublin weekend with an adult son rekindles intimacy through wandering, quiet luxury, and attentive hospitality that fosters independence and connection.
London
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Sinead Ryan: My quest to holiday in every EU capital brought me to my home town of Dublin, and I was delighted with what I found

Dublin offers diverse attractions, from the Guinness Storehouse to unique libraries, despite frustrations with tourist crowds.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

The Swedish social worker documenting Dublin pub culture: 'I usually have a Guinness in one hand and a camera in the other - and I talk to people'

Carina Hedlund has visited Ireland over 30 times since 2011, capturing the warmth of the people she meets in the capital's pubs with her camera.
Berlin
Books
fromIndependent
1 week ago

My husband died suddenly. One final task remained: to publish the book he'd spent 25 years of his life working on

Editing a book on James Joyce took over two decades of research and writing, followed by three and a half years of editing.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Conor McKeon: The truth is the Munster SHC is one of the purest cultural institutions of this poxed nation

Brian Cody's views on the media at large, or at least that wretched part of it tasked with covering hurling, were dim. Roughly similar in wattage to Bobby Knight.
Books
London politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

An Irish Goodbye... from London: 'I feel completely settled here but I wish I could transport the Irish warmth of personality into the city'

Shayne Brady, an interior designer from Naas, moved to London in 2007 seeking new opportunities despite having no job or money.
Film
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'First thing I did was bring the team to see the bog bodies in the National Museum' - Hollywood director Lee Cronin on giving his take on The Mummy an Irish spin

Lee Cronin's new take on 'The Mummy' emphasizes personal loss and horror set against a haunting landscape.
Arts
fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

Who Created the Book of Kells? A Master Craftsman Takes on the Mystery

New evidence suggests the Book of Kells may originate from Portmahomack, challenging the long-held theory of its creation at Iona.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Meet the Kerry Japanese artist bringing sean nos and Irish language to life for a new generation

Amano De Londra Miura showcased her stunning sean nós talents live on TV, putting the Irish language back on the map and highlighting its cultural importance.
London music
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Bryan Dobson: 'I have a wonderful letter written by my father to his mother-in-law when my parents got married'

Bryan Dobson stated, 'After nearly four decades at RTÉ, I found retirement to be a new chapter, filled with family time and personal projects.'
Media industry
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'He was the greatest broadcaster we've ever had' - Brolly, Spillane and O'Rourke reunite in tribute to Michael Lyster

The star-studded trio were box-office television on The Sunday Game during the GAA championship for nearly three decades, ably assisted and guided by Lyster's genius as host.
LA Kings
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Finding Heimir - A journey to Iceland's remote Vestmannaeyjar islands to discover the origins of the Ireland manager

The flagpole at the front of a house, just a three-minute drive from the handful of shops and restaurants, has become an advertisement for the exploits of Heimaey's most famous son.
New York Islanders
#st-patricks-day-celebrations
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Crowds celebrate St Patrick's Day across Ireland

St Patrick's Day parades across Ireland celebrated Irish culture and achievements, with Dublin's parade featuring 12 floats and over 3,000 participants, while Killarney honored actress Jessie Buckley's Oscar win.
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

In pictures: Crowds celebrate St Patrick's Day across Ireland

St Patrick's Day parades across Ireland celebrated Irish culture and achievements, with Dublin's parade featuring 12 floats and over 3,000 participants, while Killarney honored actress Jessie Buckley's Oscar win.
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Crowds celebrate St Patrick's Day across Ireland

St Patrick's Day parades across Ireland celebrated Irish culture and achievements, with Dublin's parade featuring 12 floats and over 3,000 participants, while Killarney honored actress Jessie Buckley's Oscar win.
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

In pictures: Crowds celebrate St Patrick's Day across Ireland

St Patrick's Day parades across Ireland celebrated Irish culture and achievements, with Dublin's parade featuring 12 floats and over 3,000 participants, while Killarney honored actress Jessie Buckley's Oscar win.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Kirsty Blake Knox: Is Harry Styles' Riverdance sketch really offensive to the Irish? I quite liked him as Lord of the Dance

This weekend such a moment occurred. I never knew I wanted to see Harry Styles channel Lord of the Dance Michael Flatley in a silk blouson shirt and headband and canter around a stage.
Television
Cocktails
fromMail Online
1 month ago

How to pour the perfect pint of Guinness this St Patrick's Day

The two-stage pour method for Guinness is scientifically validated, with nitrogen bubbles creating a creamy texture superior to CO2-carbonated beers.
Pets
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The real reason there are no snakes in Ireland

Ireland has no native snakes due to the last ice age ending 11,700 years ago, after which the island became geographically isolated from continental Europe before reptiles could recolonize it.
Arts
fromHarvard Gazette
4 weeks ago

Is this art Celtic? It's complicated. - Harvard Gazette

The Harvard Art Museums' exhibition showcases the diverse history and contributions of Celtic art across various time periods.
#slow-travel
London food
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

In remote western Ireland, travel moves at its own pace

Western Ireland's slow travel movement combines minimalist design, sustainable food practices, and intentional disconnection to revive regional traditions and create meaningful experiences.
London food
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

In Remote Western Ireland, Travel Moves at Its Own Pace

Western Ireland's slow travel movement combines minimalist design, local food systems, and sustainable practices to revive traditional ways of life and regional heritage.
London food
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

In remote western Ireland, travel moves at its own pace

Western Ireland's slow travel movement combines minimalist design, sustainable food practices, and intentional disconnection to revive regional traditions and create meaningful experiences.
London food
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

In Remote Western Ireland, Travel Moves at Its Own Pace

Western Ireland's slow travel movement combines minimalist design, local food systems, and sustainable practices to revive traditional ways of life and regional heritage.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Six St. Patrick's Day recipes to bring you the luck of the Irish

St. Patrick's Day offers an opportunity to explore Irish culinary traditions through authentic recipes and L.A.'s Irish establishments, with significant overlap between Irish and Californian cuisines in their emphasis on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and fresh seafood.
Media industry
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Marty Morrissey: 'I miss my mum every day. She was a great woman, a mad rebel from Cork'

Marty Morrissey, an RTÉ GAA correspondent, reflects on his childhood in the Bronx, his mother's loss, and his aspirations for a Dancing with the Stars return.
#st-patricks-day-parades
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

St Patrick's Day parades 2026: use our interactive map to see what's happening across Republic of Ireland

Ireland's St. Patrick's Day parades feature thousands of participants, elaborate floats, and marching bands across major cities, with Dublin expecting over half a million attendees.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Conan O'Brien Has "Incredible Empathy" for Immigrants After Trip to Ireland

This was a very small plot of land. He was a tenant farmer, so it wasn't his. He didn't have money, and he needed to move on because it wasn't working; probably not enough to eat, couldn't sustain. So, he left and went to America, and here I am a couple of generations later.
Retirement
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Absolute Best Irish Pub In Every State - Tasting Table

A lot of things come together for the perfect pour, including temperature and the cleanliness of lines. Bottom line? Yes, it's all better in Ireland. However, that's not to say there aren't some outstanding Irish pubs in the U.S., because there are.
Boston food
#irish-film-industry
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard,' says 'Harry Potter' star Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard, it makes me proud,' says Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard,' says 'Harry Potter' star Domhnall Gleeson as annual Oscar Wildes partygoers rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard,' says 'Harry Potter' star Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard, it makes me proud,' says Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard,' says 'Harry Potter' star Domhnall Gleeson as annual Oscar Wildes partygoers rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromFuncheap
1 month ago

The Bay Agenda: Keepers of the Steps Preserving Bay Area Irish Culture

Keepers of the Steps, the living archive and cultural program at the United Irish Cultural Center dedicated to preserving generations of Bay Area Irish dancers, teachers, and families. Through stories, images, and lived experience, we'll reflect on how dance carries lineage, identity, and community forward.
SF music
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Tens of thousands attend St Patrick's Day parade

Tens of thousands attended London's St Patrick's Day parade featuring Irish performers, dancers, and community groups traveling from Hyde Park Corner to Trafalgar Square, culminating in a free festival with live music and cultural displays.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

How the Yeats Sisters Turned Ireland's Saints Into National Icons

Lily and Lollie Yeats were revolutionary artists who shaped Irish national identity and visual culture at the turn of the 20th century, collaborating with prominent women artists through enterprises like Dun Emer Industries.
Miscellaneous
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Ireland's Pubs Have A Long History As Morgues - Tasting Table

Irish pubs historically served multiple community functions beyond drinking, including grocery stores, hardware shops, and funeral arrangement services, particularly during the Great Hunger when morgue facilities were needed.
Beer
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

13 Haunted Irish Pubs From Around The World - Tasting Table

Irish pubs are reputed to be haunted by spirits and ghosts, with establishments like Kyteler's Inn and Grace Neill's featuring documented paranormal activity and historical tragic events.
#st-patricks-day
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

St Patrick's parade and festival set for London

London's St Patrick's Day parade returns Sunday with 50,000 expected attendees, featuring Irish bands, dancers, and a free festival in Trafalgar Square with music, food, and cultural performances.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

15 Of The Oldest Pubs In Ireland - Tasting Table

Irish pubs have roots that go back to 10th-century Viking halls. And although we're talking about going so far back in time that precise dates and details can get a little sketchy, we do know there are a few pubs that opened not too long after that and are still in operation.
Food & drink
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Paul Mescal's Starter Pack of Cultural Essentials

I remember seeing it in drama school. I remember being so profoundly moved by it. I remember being so frightened by the performances in terms of seeing both sides to the thing that I think for most of us is, the most alive thing in our life, which is these, like, romantic relationships and the kind of inception of those things and the death of those things.
Film
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

10 Irish Desserts Everyone Needs To Try At Least Once - Tasting Table

Irish desserts are, in one word, resourceful. They have to be; in a nation that grappled for centuries with conflict, famine, and outright war, luxurious ingredients were not accessible to most people. Instead, the Irish turned to local ingredients like sea moss, apples, and an impressive array of dairy products to satisfy their cravings for something sweet.
Cooking
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I went to Ireland for St. Patrick's Day. I had a great time, but there are 5 things I wish I'd known before my trip.

St. Patrick's Day in Dublin requires advance planning for reservations, early arrival for parade viewing, and consideration of alternative locations due to extreme crowding.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Plan to turn Irish borderlands into Unesco region of literature'

A literary heritage initiative aims to rebrand the Ireland-Northern Ireland border as a Unesco region of literature, creating nine guided routes through 11 counties associated with major writers like Yeats, Beckett, and Heaney.
Boston
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

15 Of The Oldest Irish Pubs In The US You Can Still Visit - Tasting Table

Historic Irish pubs in the United States preserve cultural heritage and tradition, with some establishments dating back over a century while maintaining authentic atmospheres and serving as community gathering spaces.
Women
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Brigid and me: 'Yes, she healed the sick and fed the poor - but she also made her brother's eyes explode when he crossed her'

Brigid is a multifaceted symbol of Irish womanhood encompassing healing, creativity, fire, poetry, protection, activism, environmentalism, and unbounded female identity.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'It's wonderful they're alive' - Irish grandmother tells of pride after miraculous Australian sea rescue of daughter and grandchildren

A 13-year-old swam for four hours to get help after his family were swept out at sea, saving his mother and two siblings.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donal Fallon: Irish nightclubs are an endangered species, but they can still be saved from extinction

Places to socialise are a key part of the culture in our towns and cities
Berlin music
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Dear Mary: I feel ostracised in my prayer group and want to leave but I'm afraid of what people will say

I have been in a prayer group for a few years now. I enjoy praying and discussing all the ins and outs of the Bible. However, even though spiritually it's enriching, the people are a bit 'meh' - they are a bit of a letdown.
Relationships
Public health
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Do YOU live in a 'Celtic Curse' hotspot? Map reveals

Haemochromatosis prevalence is highest in north‑west Ireland and elevated across Celtic regions of the UK and Ireland, driven by the C282Y genetic variant.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The occult-tinged murder that rocked a quiet Welsh village: best podcasts of the week

Recommended podcasts present sensitive true-crime, Holocaust-family memoir, arts critique, community innovation stories, and balanced technology coverage with strong sound design and accessible reporting.
Mindfulness
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Fionnan Sheahan: I was Catholic-shamed for going on TV with ashes on my forehead

Receiving Ash Wednesday ashes in memory of a devout father was mischaracterized as a far-right act.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A whole lost culture': the Irishman reviving the forgotten sport of stone lifting

Ancient Irish stone-lifting traditions have been revived through locating historic lifting boulders, combining feats of strength with folklore, community rituals, and cultural preservation.
Music
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Declan Lynch: The Greatest Irish Song of All Time is Dearg Doom by Horslips. And the Liveline Seamus Culleton silence continues

The Táin by Horslips was selected as RTE Choice Classic Irish Album for 2026, with endorsements from Will Leahy and John Creedon.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

New Medieval Books: Celtic Magic - Medievalists.net

Ancient and medieval Celtic-speaking peoples maintained distinctive magical beliefs and practices whose evidence appears in inscriptions, classical accounts, medieval manuscripts, charms, and medical recipes.
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

The Irish Do It Best

The Irish government will give 2,000 artists unrestricted weekly stipends in a program officials described as a "recognition, at government level, of the important role of the arts in Irish society." After a successful three-year pilot, the Irish government made its basic income program for artists permanent. Similar pilots have been launched here in the United States, but they're supported primarily by the nonprofit sector.
Arts
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Dublin's St. Patrick's Day Festival 2026

Food and Drink - An International Food Court! An expanded Irish menu will feature corned beef sliders; Irish bangers and mash; Guinness-marinated tri-tip on Irish soda bread; boxty; and, of course, fish and chips! Traditional festival favorites like kettle corn and corn dogs, along with international choices, such as teriyaki chicken and beef kabobs, will also be served. Shopping - Over 250 Booths! The Irish Marketplace will feature unique Celtic artwork, Irish tartans, hand knit wool sweaters, shawls, beautiful Celtic jewelry, and more!
Food & drink
London food
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Weaving bits of Gaeilge into each pose, my dormant abilities start to waken' - how to put your cupla focail to the test

Growing interest in learning Irish exists beyond traditional Gaeltacht regions and annual Irish language weeks, with accessible opportunities emerging in urban areas.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

'An Sceal': Looking toward spring with song and story * Oregon ArtsWatch

The mixture of old world and new inside a pub that also features a dark, polished wood bar, feels just right for Corrib Theatre's variety show An Scéal (The Story), which combines traditional storytelling and music with modern movement to celebrate the Celtic feast day Imbolc and the return of the sun as well as the Irish National holiday St. Bridgid's Day, both of which are on February 1.
Arts
from48 hills
2 months ago

Live Shots: 'Finnegan's Wake' summons Irish ghosts to SF Mint - 48 hills

Finnegan's Wake: An Immersive Ghost Story, presented by 13th Floor Theater, plunges audience members into the beautiful, dysfunctional Finnegan-Plurabelle family. Scenic designer Treigh Buchet, lighting designer Meghan Schultz, and ephemera designer Michelle Josette Crashette transfigure the San Francisco Mint into an Irish family home on the banks of a mystical river. Audience members are free to explore the spaces before the show begins with libation in hand. When the dinner bell rings, the show commences.
Arts
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I spent a year traveling across Ireland on a budget. There were 4 spots I loved, and 2 that didn't live up to the hype.

Four spots—including Howth and Kinsale—proved must-visit, while Blarney Gardens and the Cliffs of Moher felt underwhelming during year-long budget travel across Ireland.
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