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Kennedy family feud rages over Ted Kennedy’s memory and legacy institute

Edward Kennedy's two sons and his widow, Vicki Kennedy, are at odds over the late senator's legacy and the handling of the $71 million institute that bears his name.

By DARA KELLY

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 7:29 AM

Maureen O’Hara’s PA Carolyn Murphy hits back at O’Hara family over accusations

Maureen O’Hara’s former long time friend and power-of-attorney lawyer Carolyn Murphy has hit back at the the O’Hara family and advisors.

By KERRY O’SHEA

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 7:24 AM

British legend makes anti-Irish slur over Olympic torch bearer tattoo made in USA

An Olympic legend has been forced to apologise for a racist slur against the Irish on live television in Britain.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 7:32 AM

Madonna the prima donna? Superstar has list of demands prior to Dublin gig

When Madonna heads to Dublin next week for her Irish stop in her worldwide MDNA tour, she’ll be bringing a list of specific demands that need to be met in her backstage area at the Aviva Stadium.

By BUZZ BRADY

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 8:20 AM

Michaela Harte’s husband makes public appearance just days after end of murder trial

John McAreavey braved his recent traumatic experience in Mauritius to support father-in-law Mickey Harte – as well wishes flood in from all around the world.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 7:45 AM

Polish flags, campaign posters burned on bonfire in Belfast

Polish flags and campaign posters for Magdalena Wolska, a Polish Social Democratic and Labor Party candidate who stood for the Northern Irish Assembly in May 5’s election, were burned on bonfires in Belfast last week, sparking outrage and calls of racism, the Irish Times reported Friday.

By LAURA BRYN SISSON

Published Sunday, July 22, 2012, 11:06 AM

Why Mitt Romney needs to pick a woman VP in order to win

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 8:01 AM

‘Dark Knight Rises’ director Christopher Nolan speaks out after Colorado tragedy

In the wake of the seemingly inexplicable tragedy in Aurora, Colorado on the night of the highly anticipated premiere of ‘The Dark Knight Rises,’ the film’s director Christopher Nolan has taken the time to offer a statement.

By KERRY O’SHEA

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 8:24 AM

Irishman dies on English channel swim as wife watches from support boat

A shocked wife looked on from a boat as her husband suffered a fatal heart attack less than a mile from the shore as he took part in a cross-channel swim from England to France.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 8:07 AM

Irish pub owner runs 250 miles to honor Commodore John Barry

Tom McGrath began a 250 mile run on Friday, from Manhattan to Annapolis, to raise funds for a memorial to Commodore John Barry at the Naval Academy, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported.

By LAURA BRYN SISSON

Published Sunday, July 22, 2012, 10:55 AM

Graeme McDowell a key witness as Adam Scott blows the British Open

Graeme McDowell’s Open dream died a death at Lytham – as he witnessed one of sport’s most dramatic collapses first hand.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 8:57 AM

Alan Brogan injury a concern for Dubs after they survive late Meath scare

Dublin are sweating over the fitness of star forward Alan Brogan after beating arch rivals Meath in the Leinster football final at Croke Park.

By PATRICK COUNIHAN

Published Monday, July 23, 2012, 8:00 AM

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