But what’s happening to Ireland’s Irish pubs these days? Over the past 20 years, more than 2,000 pubs have gone out of business… and some country pubs are struggling to make ends meet. A worrying situation, which undoubtedly threatens an … [...]
The scene is becoming increasingly frequent, and is currently creating a real question mark in Ireland’s pub industry. Michael, aged 12, is in a Galway pub with his parents, quietly sipping a non-alcoholic Guinness. Same branded pint as the alcoholic … [...]
On May 30, 2025, Apple TV+ unveiled Bono: Stories of Surrender, a captivating music documentary that delves deep into the life of Paul Hewson, aka Bono, the charismatic Irish frontman of U2. In this exercise, the singer himself tells his … [...]
This Sunday, May 4, Belfast celebrated the inauguration of a brand new statue dedicated to Bobby Sands. Installed in the Twinbrook district of west Belfast, the monument was unveiled on the 44th anniversary of his death. Bobby Sands was one … [...]
A major fire has ravaged the Doagh Famine Village, an iconic tourist site located on the Isle of Doagh, on Ireland’s Inishowen Peninsula. This open-air museum, founded by Pat Doherty and run by his family, offered visitors an insight into … [...]
Conor McGregor, iconic MMA figure and former UFC champion, announced on March 20, 2025 his intention to run in Ireland’s presidential election, scheduled for November 11. This declaration, made via his social networks, surprised many observers and sparked a lively … [...]
Each country has its own culture, traditions… but also its own taboos. If you decide to go to Ireland, there are very few topics of conversation to avoid. Irish people are friendly, open-minded and easy to get along with. Best … [...]
Every year on March 17, Ireland erupts in an explosion of music, parades and celebrations in honor of its patron saint. In 2025, St. Patrick’s Day promises to be more spectacular than ever, with a rich and varied program in … [...]
The year 2025 marks a new edition of the National Commemoration of the Great Famine in Ireland, a poignant tribute to the millions of victims and the generations marked by this historic tragedy. The city of Limerick will host this … [...]
Donald Trump’s famous Doonbeg golf complex in Ireland has been the victim of vandalism. The act took place while the Irish Prime Minister was visiting Washington DC with the US President, to celebrate the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day. An act … [...]
Despite the hopes raised by the 1998 peace agreement, a recent report highlights that segregation in Northern Ireland remains deeply rooted. The division between republican Catholics and loyalist Protestants remains, leading to inter-community discrimination, even in schools today. It’s a … [...]
C’est un rituel tout à fait normal en Irlande : la population irlandaise aime aller au Pub, commander une pinte de Guinness, et refaire le monde entre copains le temps d’une soirée dans une atmosphère musicale traditionnelle. Une habitude prise … [...]
It’s official. The Immortal Man, a film derived from the Peaky Blinders series, will be released in theaters! A major first for a Netflix production, accustomed to releasing its feature films directly on its platform. A decision prompted by the … [...]
