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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 … [...]




A 12-metre sperm whale runs aground in Ireland

3 April 2019
The body of a sperm whale washed up on the west coast of Ireland. This is the third case recorded at the start of 2019. The whale was found on Sunday at Mace Head - Moyrus in Connemara (County Galway). According to specialists, the mammal died long before it washed up on the Irish coast. [...]




Irish castle named Europe’s most visited on AirBnB

29 March 2019
Why not spend a night in an Irish castle and feel like a king? This is what Cahercastle Castle in County Galway has to offer. It was named "Europe's most visited AirBnB offer"! [...]




A series about Irish king Brian Boru is in preparation

13 March 2019
An American series dedicated entirely to the life of Irish king Brian Boru is currently in preparation. A particularly exciting project for the Irish, who are very attached to their history. Considered a major figure in Irish history, Brian Boru … [...]




Dublin – The skulls of 2 stolen crusaders have just been found

6 March 2019
This is a great relief for the city of Dublin. Several coffins in St Michan's Church, Dublin, were vandalized at the end of February, causing the disappearance of 2 mummified skulls of crusaders. The graves had been broken into with a crowbar and the heads stolen. A despicable act that provoked outrage throughout Ireland. [...]




Cork, ranked Ireland’s coolest city

1 March 2019
According to travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler, Cork is the most pleasant city on the Emerald Isle. According to them, it's the ideal place to meet people, make friends and, above all, enjoy quality social relations. [...]




Ireland to introduce selfie seats to prevent accidental deaths

21 February 2019
The installation of "selfie seats" in potentially dangerous tourist areas in Ireland is currently under study. This measure was taken in response to recent accidents in the country, including the tragic death of a student who fell from the Cliffs of Moher earlier this year, while attempting to take a selfie. [...]




Insolite – An Irish island for sale… for 1.25 million euros!

15 February 2019
Do you love Ireland and its landscapes and want to live there one day? We've got the right plan for you, but it could cost you! A 32-hectare Irish island is currently for sale. Located just 3km from the Connemara coast in County Galway, this island is 1.2km long and 0.4km wide. With a peak of 63.3 meters above sea level, lakes and landscapes worthy of a "miniature Ireland", it's the perfect place to settle down, build your own...[...]




Comics: Sorj Chalandon’s novel “Retour à Killybegs” adapted as a comic strip

15 February 2019
This week, French writer and journalist Sorj Chalandon releases a comic book adaptation of his novel "Retour à Killybegs", with drawings by Pierre Alary, published by Rue de Sèvres. This is the third time the writer has adapted his works into comics (including "Mon Traître", the novel that launched the "Retour à Killybegs" sequel). [...]




Dublin: you can now cross the Liffey by boat for just €2!

14 February 2019
It had not been possible to take a boat across the Liffey in Dublin since 1984. But that's a thing of the past: after more than 35 years of inactivity, the N°11 ferry that once handled these crossings has just been completely restored! [...]