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Date 15 September 2025

Conor McGregor Withdraws from Ireland’s Presidential Race

When Conor McGregor, the global MMA superstar, announced earlier in 2025 that he intended to run for the presidency of Ireland, many thought it was a publicity stunt or a joke. But the announcement was serious: the multi-title UFC champion … [...]




The Crown: the series glosses over the Northern Irish conflict

13 November 2019
As Netflix’s “The Crown” prepares to release its third season on November 17, some Irish critics are concerned about the series’ lack of coverage of the Troubles period in Northern Ireland. Indeed, season 3 is intended to cover the period … [...]




The 2020 Calendar for Irish farmers is now available!

13 November 2019
Every year, it’s tradition: a dozen or so Irish farmers take photographs to produce the Irish Farmer Calendar. A sexy and humorous calendar, in which they playfully adopt seductive poses on their farm. And every year it’s a success! The … [...]




Ireland: an archaeological discovery tells us more about the construction of Newgrange

6 November 2019
Archaeologists have just discovered the carcasses of several ancient boats in Ireland’s River Boyne. Their proximity to the archaeological site of Newgrange (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) could tell us more about how this imposing monument to Irish prehistory was … [...]




Guinness Storehouse celebrates International Stout Day this week!

5 November 2019
To mark the occasion, Ireland's most famous brewery (Guinness) has decided to organize this week's Guinness Storehouse International Stout Day, a colorful festival starting this Thursday, November 7 and ending this Sunday, November 10, 2019. [...]




Game of Thrones: prequel starring Naomi Watts cancelled… another project still in the works

30 October 2019
HBO has suffered a major blow: the American production company that had launched the Irish shoot of the "Bloodmoon" series has cancelled the project. The aim of this prequel was to revisit the origins of the White Walkers, the history of Westeros, the building of the Wall and the various legends surrounding the work of George R.R. Martin. [...]




Andrea Corr releases autobiographical book “Barefoot Pilgrimage

29 October 2019
Irish singer Andrea Corr published an autobiographical book entitled "Barefoot Pilgrimage" on October 17, 2019. It's an opportunity for the singer to look back on her life, from childhood to the early successes of her band "The Corrs", right up to the present day. [...]




Ireland: a green meteor streaks across the sky… and it’s impressive!

29 October 2019
A rare phenomenon was filmed on Monday evening: a greenish-colored meteor streaked across the Irish sky, provoking fascination and amazement. [...]




Ireland: Smithwick’s offers a free pint of its beer… if you order it wearing red socks!

25 October 2019
The famous Irish beer brand “Smithwick’s” is launching a huge promotional campaign that could appeal to fans of Irish hops! From October 24th to 27th, the brewery is offering a free pint to any customer who orders between 6pm and … [...]




Ireland’s scariest ghost sightings

25 October 2019
Ireland has a rich history of ghostly apparitions… Whether you believe it or not, many Irish people have witnessed paranormal phenomena within the country… Apparitions, spectres, ghosts, haunted places and curses… There are examples galore! With Halloween just around the … [...]