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The Queen wears green as she greets Martin McGuinness

The historic handshake has taken place – Sinn Fein’s Martin McGuinness and the Queen of England have shaken hands twice in Belfast.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 7:20 AM

In search of 'The Quiet Man' in wild and wonderful Connemara -- Hot on the trail of the most famous Irish movie ever made

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:00 AM

The last great symbolic moment as Queen Elizabeth meets Martin McGuinness

The picture of Sinn Fein leader and Northern Ireland Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness shaking hands with Queen Elizabeth displays the last great symbolic act of the peace process.

By Irish Voice Editorial

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 7:23 AM

Obama's Irish cousin Henry Healy lands new job as tourism ambassador

Obama’s Irish cousin and resident Moneygall celebrity Henry Healy has secured a new job as a tourism ambassador for Ireland.

By MOLLY MULDOON

Published Tuesday, June 26, 2012, 9:21 PM

‘Blatant, dishonest and deceitful’ - former millionaire Sean Quinn found guilty of contempt of court

Formerly Ireland’s most wealthiest businessman, Sean Quinn has been found in contempt of court for placing his assets beyond the reach of the now defunct Anglo Irish Bank.

By CATHY HAYES

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:15 AM

Congressman Peter King on why Martin McGuinnness' handshake could lead to a United Ireland

The historic meeting of Sinn Fein’s Martin McGuinness and Queen Elizabeth II in Belfast on Wednesday, June 27 has been heralded as a step towards a united Ireland by political figures in the U.S.

By MOLLY MULDOON

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:47 AM

Man charged with the manslaughter of journalist Eugene Moloney in Dublin

A 21-year-old man has been charged with the manslaughter of Eugene Moloney, a former reporter with the Irish Independent and previously the Irish News.

By CATHY HAYES

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:25 AM

Irish Government agrees to consider Ryanair’s bid for Aer Lingus takeover

The Irish Government announced on Tuesday that it would consider Ryanair’s bid to take over their Irish rival Aer Lingus. They also admitted that they would not rule out the sale of their 25 percent stake.

By HILDA HIGGINS

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:19 AM

Record American investment in Ireland is reported

American business has answered Ireland’s economic calls to arms with record investment levels.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 7:45 AM

Exclusive interview with Irish star Cillian Murphy ahead of ‘Red Lights’ - VIDEO

In Red Lights, the chilling new psychological thriller starring Cillian Murphy, the 36-year-old Cork-born actor is given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go head to head with two cinema legends, Robert De Niro and Sigourney Weaver.

By CAHIR O'DOHERTY

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:38 AM

Piers Morgan interviews Conan O’Brien - who is “very tall, very talented and very Irish” - VIDEO

Conan O’Brien, host of TBS’ “Conan,” nurtured his early love of comedy within a large Irish Catholic family that loved to “take the piss,” he told Piers Morgan. When asked where he came in the pecking order among his siblings, O’Brien replied, “We’re not sure, we’re always finding new ones. I’ll walk into the bathroom and —  ‘I’m

By LAURA BRYN SISSON

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 9:07 AM

Ireland’s Major winners set their sights on Royal Portrush victory

At last it is here — a major sporting event where Ireland can compete at the highest international level.

By CATHAL DERVAN

Published Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 8:03 AM

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