News in Ireland


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Date 05 November 2025

Weather in Ireland: Persistent Rain and Signs of a Harsher Winter

The Irish weather loves to surprise, and the forecasts of recent days are no exception. According to Met Éireann, the country is currently experiencing a particularly stubborn spell of rain, with frequent showers and low, grey clouds that seem determined … [...]




The Irish accent, voted sexiest in the world!

18 August 2021
Who hasn’t fallen for the charm of a foreigner with a bewitching accent? The website Onepoll.com decided to investigate which is the sexiest accent on the planet. On a panel of 5,000 respondents, the answer seems unanimous: the Irish accent … [...]




4 unusual things to know about Ireland

17 August 2021
Ireland is a surprising country, full of surprises… Despite its small size, the country’s culture and unspoilt beauty shine throughout the world! Whether it’s for its music, the friendliness of the Irish, or its emblematic tourist sites, the Emerald Isle … [...]




Huge school of dolphins spotted off County Cork

17 August 2021
The scene took place off the coast of Baltimore, County Cork, Ireland. A large pod of dolphins was spotted playing with the waves… much to the admiration and fascination of boaters. It was a rare spectacle, and one that was … [...]




Wally, an Arctic walrus caught squatting on Irish boats

12 August 2021
It’s a rather unexpected encounter that’s currently creating a buzz in Ireland. A young walrus (christened Wally) has been spotted on the Irish coast… and has apparently taken to living on empty pleasure boats! An opportunity for him to bask … [...]




The Aran Islands, ranked 15th among the world’s most beautiful islands!

12 August 2021
The Big 7 Travel website has just published its list of the most beautiful islands on the planet. And it would appear that Ireland’s Aran Islands occupy a special place in the ranking. The Irish archipelago ranks 15th out of … [...]




Ireland: over 70% of the population fully vaccinated

5 August 2021
A new milestone was reached this week in Ireland, where over 72.5% of the population has already been fully vaccinated (two doses). This figure now exceeds that of the United Kingdom (until now Europe’s best performer). For the Irish government: … [...]




Ireland: a blue whale spotted for the first time in 6 years

4 August 2021
The event is rare enough to warrant mention: an impressive blue whale was spotted last week off the coast of Ireland (Co. Galway). A phenomenon that had NOT occurred for 6 years! Observed on July 23 by the Irish Whale … [...]




Ireland: Irish pubs and restaurants allowed to serve indoors!

26 July 2021
This time it’s done: Irish pubs and restaurants all over Ireland are now allowed to serve their food and drink indoors… as well as outdoors! This new measure, authorized by the Irish government, marks a new turning point in its … [...]




Luggage in Ireland: how to choose the right luggage?

10 July 2021
It’s not always easy to choose the right luggage for your trip to Ireland! There are thousands to choose from: large, small, flexible, rigid, in ABS shell, on wheels, without wheels… So much so that you soon find yourself lost… … [...]