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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Brianna Parkins: 'I have my feelings about the Rose of Tralee, but I'd be heartbroken if it were to disappear'

"Winter has officially landed in Sydney. Our summer has finally ended, with a bang. I'm overlooking the harbour now, and the waves! We don't really get autumn or spring. It lurches from one extreme season to another. You'd miss the mild, soft days."
Europe news
fromIndependent
1 day 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
#ireland
Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 day 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 days 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

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'

Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 day 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 days 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

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'

Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Linen is meaningful in Belfast': how an old industry is weaving the city a new identity

Belfast is revitalizing its identity through a modern linen industry, blending heritage with contemporary fashion.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Modern Morals: My brother hasn't paid me back for my mum's funeral and it's brought up old feelings about him

As the eldest sibling, I did what I always do, which is jump in and become the fixer. I organised the funeral, paid for it and told my siblings they could pay me back once the dust had settled.
Fundraising
Django
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Martina Devlin: Fenians' daring Easter escape from Australian penal colony stirred Irish quest for freedom

The Catalpa escape in 1876 was a daring rescue of Irish political prisoners involving a secret agent and a whaling ship.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

'Such a tragic loss of life' - Brothers who drowned off Clare's west coast named locally

Two Afghan brothers tragically drowned while fishing in rough waters at Pulleen Bay, prompting community mourning and a search operation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Guardian view on Welsh language learning: cultural shifts can deliver a bright future for Cymraeg | Editorial

Plaid Cymru aims to promote the Welsh language and culture, reflecting a significant shift in societal attitudes towards bilingualism since devolution.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A fire that's burning again': Welsh language resurges thanks to adult learners

Elinor Staniforth's journey from disinterest to teaching Welsh reflects a growing trend in adult language learning in Wales.
Books
fromIndependent
1 day 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

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
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 week 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.
Film
fromIndependent
1 week 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.
fromIndependent
1 week 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
1 week 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
Liverpool FC
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

National Football League - as it happened: Donegal and Kerry head for Division 1 final as Dublin and Monaghan relegated

Donegal and Kerry advance to the Division 1 final, while Dublin and Monaghan face relegation.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 week 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.
#st-patricks-day-celebrations
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
#slow-travel
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fromCN Traveller
2 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
Arts
fromHarvard Gazette
2 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.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

National Leagues - as it happened: Results and reports from today's hurling and football action

Galway defeated Monaghan 2-09 to 1-20 in Division 1, securing their second win and leapfrogging Armagh and Dublin to improve their relegation survival prospects.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Ireland win Triple Crown after victory over Scotland as Andy Farrell's men await Six Nations title fate

Ireland are Triple Crown winners for the 15th time thanks to a 12th consecutive win over Scotland, whose long search for success in Dublin will stretch into its 18th year before they get another chance to end their dismal record.
Europe politics
fromFuncheap
3 weeks 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.
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Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

How the Emerald Isle shaped the Steel City - Pittsburgh's rich Irish history

Pittsburgh's Irish population, now 11-16% of residents, grew through 18th-century immigration and massive 19th-century famine migration, fundamentally shaping the city's institutions and culture.
#irish-pubs
Boston food
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Absolute Best Irish Pub In Every State - Tasting Table

Guinness tastes better in Ireland due to temperature, line cleanliness, and proper pouring techniques, but exceptional Irish pubs throughout the U.S. authentically replicate this experience with traditional food, music, and imported Irish elements.
Media industry
fromIndependent
2 weeks 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-parade
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
London music

'Great people, great beer, it's very nice here' - Visitors from around the world descend on Dublin for St Patrick's Day parade

London music
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'Great people, great beer, it's very nice here' - Visitors from around the world descend on Dublin for St Patrick's Day parade

Dublin's St. Patrick's Day parade celebrated Irish identity roots through 12 floats, 10 marching bands, and 3,000 participants, attracting international visitors who praised the vibrant atmosphere and cultural experience.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

St Patrick's Day parades 2026: use our interactive map to find out what's happening near you

Ireland's St. Patrick's Day celebrations feature over half a million participants across multiple cities with elaborate parades, floats, and marching bands showcasing local creative talent.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'The parish were grieving for the loss of their beautiful church.' Fr Brian O Fearraigh on losing St Mary's in Donegal last year

A remote Donegal parish and its Gaeilgeoir priest became near household names last year when the nation awoke on Easter Monday to learn St Mary's Church in Derrybeg had burnt to the ground overnight.
Television
Beer
fromTasting Table
3 weeks 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.
#irish-film-industry
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

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

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

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

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

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

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

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

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fromTasting Table
3 weeks 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

All you hear is bloody Irish accents': the unstoppable growth of Sydney's County' Coogee

Like, what the fuck are they doing?' Gaelic football jerseys in Australia! County Coogee, as it's become popularly known, hosts one of the largest Irish populations in Australia. In the most recent census, 19.5% of its residents claimed Irish heritage. When McCaul describes going down Coogee Bay Road and all you hear is bloody Irish accents, he's not joking.
Liverpool FC
#st-patricks-day-parades
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

St Patrick's Day parades 2026: use our interactive map to see what's happening across the 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.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks 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.
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 weeks 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.
Education
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Kneecap star among speakers at major event highlighting Irish-language career opportunities for young people

Fís exhibition and Réiteach conference during Seachtain na Gaeilge showcase Irish language opportunities in education, careers, and community beyond traditional teaching roles.
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.
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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
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks 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.
#st-patricks-day
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks 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.
Music
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Meet the Gaeltacht sisters competing in the Welsh national song contest final with tune featuring a cupla focal

Sisters Lowri and Cifa Clancy Davies, granddaughters of Clancy Brothers legend Bobby, compete in Can i Gymru final while celebrating their Welsh and Irish heritage.
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.
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.
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.
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
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Irish-language protesters demand action on housing crisis in Gaeltacht areas

Housing shortage in Gaeltacht areas drives Irish speakers away, threatening the language's survival as affluent outsiders purchase properties.
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.
fromIndependent
1 month 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
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

What is Burns Night? The legacy of a poet who shaped Scotland

Donations fund independent, paywall-free journalism covering major issues; Robert Burns' poetry, including 'Lament of Mary, Queen of Scots,' remains central to Scottish cultural celebration.
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.
fromIndependent
1 month 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
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The pub that changed me: It was close. It served Guinness. And it had (just about) functioning toilets'

The Park Tavern served as DisOrient FC's convenient, convivial post-match pub despite modest qualities, becoming a social hub of humour, analysis, and eventual improvement.
#dublin
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
fromFuncheap
1 month 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 music
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Cork band Cardinals on faith, family and the scars of British violence: 'It's shocking to think that could have gone on in your city'

Cork rock band Cardinals, led by brothers Euan and Finn Manning, prepared to release their debut album and recalled a Churchill-related gig anecdote.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Renowned traditional singer and educator Sean O Se dies aged 89

A legend, Seán was an iconic figure in Irish education, culture and traditional music who had an extraordinary impact on Irish music and song,
Music
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I married an Irishman and moved to Ireland 10 years ago. My life is far from the fairy tale my friends back home imagine.

Moving from Kentucky to Ireland to marry an Irishman created a loving life yet brought chronic homesickness, divided loyalties, and damp, challenging realities.
Film
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Berkeley Playhouse stages, 'Once' with live Irish pub music

Berkeley Playhouse stages the Tony-winning musical Once beginning Feb. 20 with pub-style seating and onstage musicians, starring Jake Gale and Gillian Eichenberger.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

As it happened: How today's National League football and hurling action unfolded

Cork defeated Galway 2-20 to 1-21 as a late Galway rally fell short, led by Shane Barrett's 0-6 and two goals from Brian Hayes.
Film
fromIndependent
2 months ago

A golden year for Irish page to screen adaptations: Eight gems to watch out for in 2026

Irish literary adaptations are achieving growing success on film and television, with eight notable projects slated for 2026 following a bumper 2025.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

In photos: London celebrates Burns Night

'The Porchester Hall, a beautiful building near The Royal Oak, looked hugely grand as I walked in with my pal Tim,' Bethell said. 'We were there first and grabbed a table near the front, watching people pour in covered in tartan, as we waited for a polite time to go get a plate of haggis with potatoes, carrots and swede. It was delicious.
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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

National Leagues: Limerick v Kilkenny and the rest of the action from around the country

Waterford defeated Offaly 1-19 to 0-16 as Reuben Halloran's 1-12 (all frees/'65s) late surge and a 54th-minute goal sealed Offaly's third straight defeat.
Food & drink
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

A New Irish Pub (With Spice Bags) Has Opened in Clapton

Moylett's, an Irish pub at 181 Clarence Road in Clapton, opened recently offering Guinness, craft beer, events, a dog-friendly atmosphere, and late weekend hours.
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
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Funeral of Stephen McCahill remembers 'heartfelt dedication' to Donegal

Stephen McCahill, a community leader and Corner House co-owner, was murdered; his funeral drew family and community tributes and a man has been charged.
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