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New York City's top 10 Irish historical sites

The Irish have made their mark on Manhattan for centuries, building the skyscrapers, policing the streets and eventually running city hall. That’s why when you visit the Big Apple you won’t be short of fascinating historical sites of enduring importance to the Irish. FULL STORY >


Irish apparitions: A brief history

There’s never been a shortage of mystical visionaries in Ireland, or of dramatic, life-changing apparitions for them to gawk at. Some claim to have witnessed the sun dance, the clouds part and the entire Holy Family appear, others simply claim to have seen a holy statue move its head. FULL STORY >


Heard of a Jewish American Princess? Now introducing the Irish American Princess

Meet the Irish American Princess. She’s Catholic, she’s wealthy, she’s popular – and she’s way out of your league. FULL STORY >


The incognito Irish: Surprising stars with Irish roots

Some celebrities are obviously Irish - think Conan O'Brien, Denis Leary and Maureen Dowd, while others, like President Obama, are a little harder to spot. Check out our gallery of the incognito Irish to see who's joining Obama in the unlikely Irish list! FULL STORY >


‘Obama’s Irish Roots’ documentary to screen at Waterford Film Festival

The Irish premiere of Kilkenny man Gabriel Murray's documentary on the Irish heritage of U.S. president Barack Obama will be screened on Sunday as part of the Waterford Film Festival. FULL STORY >


Coats of arms representing Irish clans
CLANS AND FAMILIES

Take a look at The 10 most popular Irish last names! Click through to each family to see complete clan story and photos.   CLICK HERE >>


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