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Ireland: Clare Island lighthouse on sale for 4.8 million euros

24 January 2023
The famous Clare Island lighthouse is currently looking for a buyer! Up for sale for the modest sum of 4.8 million euros, this historic building is an exceptional property, facing the ocean, and especially Clew Bay and Keem Bay on … [...]




The skeleton of Irish giant Charles Byrne will no longer be on display, after 200 years of controversy

16 January 2023
Charles Byrne’s skeleton, on display for over 200 years in London’s Hunterian Museum, has finally been removed. A decision taken after centuries of controversy, Byrne having always refused to be exhibited in a museum during his lifetime… This young Irishman … [...]




Price of a pint of Guinness to rise by 12 cents in Ireland

12 January 2023
A major blow for Irish pubs in Ireland. The Diageo Group, owner of Guinness beer, has announced a price increase to help cope with inflation and rising energy costs. As a result, every Irishman will now have to pay up … [...]




Irish film The Banshees of Inisherin wins 3 Golden Globes!

11 January 2023
Full house for The Banshees of Inisherin! The film directed by Martin McDonagh has just caused a sensation by winning 3 awards at the Golden Globes! A flurry of awards, including Best Comedy, Best Actor in a Comedy for Colin … [...]




Ridley Scott prepares Gladiator 2, starring Irish actor Paul Mescal

9 January 2023
Ridley Scott, legendary director of the “Gladiator” epic, is preparing a sequel. And the eagerly-awaited Gladiator 2 will star Irish actor Paul Mescal, best known for his role in the hit miniseries Normal People. With Mescal in the lead role … [...]




Rolling Stone names Bono and Van Morrison in top 200 greatest singers of all time

5 January 2023
The famous rock magazine Rolling Stone has published its list of the world’s top 200 singers. And good news for Ireland: Van Morrison and Bono from U2 are in the top ten! Morrison was ranked 37th, while Bono was a … [...]




Ireland’s peat is the subject of growing debate

29 November 2022
While peat has been used for centuries in Ireland, its use is increasingly the subject of debate. Against the backdrop of the energy crisis, this natural fuel offers many advantages for heating, thanks to its economical price, but also raises … [...]




An entire Irish pub available for rent on Airbnb

29 November 2022
This is a very unusual accommodation offered by the famous rental site Airbnb. The rental specialist offers an entire Irish pub with bedroom and all the features of a traditional pub! It’s located in Aglish, County Tipperary, and could well … [...]




Dublin’s Grafton Street sparkles with Christmas decorations

29 November 2022
Christmas in Dublin wouldn’t be Christmas at all if Grafton Street, the city’s shopping district, didn’t sparkle with lights and incredible Christmas decorations! It’s enough to seduce you with the magic of the festive season, just by taking a stroll … [...]




Top 6 most hated people in Irish history

21 November 2022
There are some names in Ireland that it’s best to avoid uttering, or you’ll provoke a grimace or bitterness from the locals. Names that played a part in the country’s bloody history, and that have left their mark on Irish … [...]




Dublin is decked out in Christmas decorations, and it’s fabulous!

17 November 2022
That’s it: we’re off! Dublin is already decked out with its first Christmas decorations, and the streets are now magical! Department stores, emblematic districts… The whole of Dublin becomes magical after dark! Magnificent decorations that might just make you want … [...]




Netflix releases “The Wonder”, a film about a strange miracle in Ireland!

17 November 2022
This week, Netflix releases “The Wonder”, a brand new film dedicated to Ireland! And the subject, inspired by real events, is sure to appeal! He’s interested in the “Fastings Girls” phenomenon, a religious mystery dating back to the 19th century, … [...]




The Irish, named Europe’s happiest people!

17 November 2022
It's official: the Irish are the happiest people in Europe! A nomination that rewards the warmth, conviviality and extremely friendly nature of the Irish! [...]