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Bloomsday to become a global event this year (IrishCentral)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 07:31:24 PDT

By: NICOLA MURPHY

Bloomsday will be an international affair this year, with readings of James Joyce’s Ulysses to take place in 25 different cities across the globe, reports the Irish Times.

Remembering JFK in Ireland and the legacy of the Kennedy clan 50 years later (IrishCentral)

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:05:34 PDT

By: BRIAN BROWNE

While much of the world will pause this November and commemorate the five decades that have passed since the assassination of President John F. Kennedy the Irish, as only the Irish can do, are remembering and celebrating the 50th anniversary of his historic June 26-29, 1963 four day state visit to Ireland with 12 months of events and remembrances on both sides of the Atlantic.

A throwback to Irish penal times as Clare’s first Hedge School in more than 150 years is established (IrishCentral)

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:33:31 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

A Loop Head Tourism have launched an initiative named "Summer on the Loop” which will feature a range of activities and events across the Loop Head Peninsula in County Clare, recently named ‘Best Place to Holiday in Ireland’ by the Irish Times.

Trial of Boston mob boss Whitey Bulger - who evaded capture for 16 years - begins in Boston (IrishCentral)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:47:35 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

James Whitey Bulger, the alleged crime boss, is finally facing trial in Boston charged with 19 murders. Bulger was captured in Santa Monica, California in 2011, ending his 16 years on the run.

Irish doctors subject to two-year foreign residency rule (IrishCentral)

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:19:38 PDT

This week a member of Seannad Eireann, referred a case to me involving the holder of a J1 visa who is subject to a two-year foreign residency requirement after completion of her training program in the USAThe so-called two-year rule applies to certain categories of J1 visa holders, requiring the trainee affected to return home at the end of their stay in the US for two years before being eligible to apply for a change in visa status or reentry to the US in H, L or permanent resident (green card) status This rule often called the 212(e) rule after the relevant section of the Immigration and Naturalization Act, applies to J1 exchange visitors who:(a) have received either US or home government funding to participate in the exchange activity for example Fulbright scholars;(b) have pursued graduate medical training or(c) have pursued training or education in a field of interest to their home government in such field's included on the "skills list" for that countryUnder 212 (e) adjustment of status is not allowed to those who have not been physically present in their home country for two years unless the Attorney General waives the two year residence requirement READ MORE

150 years later, Mass. volunteers prepare to relive Irish Brigade in Battle Of Gettysburg (IrishCentral)

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:38:09 PDT

By: KERRY O'SHEA

65 members of the recreated 28th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, better known as the Irish Brigade, will be joining some 10,000 reenactors for the 150th commemoration of the historic Battle of Gettysburg that occurred during the American Civil War in 1863.

In twilight years and refusing to go quietly - 'These Halcyon Days' at The Irish Arts Center - VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Fri, 17 May 2013 05:03:58 PDT

Anita Reeves and Stephen Brennan star in These Halcyon DaysIt seems that the most vital voices in Irish playwriting currently belong to women For proof stop by the Irish Arts Center in New York this weekend and catch 'These Halcyon Days' by Deirdre Kinahan A lovely, understated marvel about life and loss and finding the courage to keep on going, it features pitch perfect performances by the two leads, Anita Reeves and Stephen BrennanSet in a nursing home (Kinahan’s dramatic instinct takes her to places other writers avoid), we meet the elderly Sean, who has essentially been abandoned by his loved ones, dropped off and completely forgotten READ MORE

After ten years shouldn't we be caring for each other and taking our relationship to the next level? (IrishCentral)

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:33:38 PDT

Where am I left now? Dear MTN,I think I need your advice I've been dating my boyfriend who is a fireman for ten years now We both have our own houses, but when my kids stay with my ex-husband every other weekend, he always stays over Soon my kids will be 18 and I will have to buy my ex out of my house READ MORE

Aerobic fitness fights the aging process - hopping on your bike could keep the years off (IrishCentral)

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:02:53 PDT

Getting the cardio in can keep the years offStudies have shown that aerobic exercise may have important anti-aging effects, possibly reversing many of its consequences by as much as twelve yearsAerobic capacity, (the ability to breathe deeply and utilize oxygen), declines as people age Regular, vigorous, aerobic activity or exercise can substantially delay such declines according to one expert, Dr R READ MORE

Tricky situation - discovering old love after 20 years, life's too short (IrishCentral)

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:17:29 PDT

What to do with lost love, 20 years onDear MTN,I really need your help I was engaged many moons ago to a great guy I was too young at the time to realize how great of a guy he was and got last minute wedding jitters and cheated on him I felt so guilty since I loved him so much and I thought he would forgive me, so I told him, instead he broke off the wedding READ MORE

Out with the old in and in with the New Year and The Gathering (IrishCentral)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 05:15:45 PST

Illustration by Caty BartholomewI was once fortunate enough to see the birth of a filly foal to a Connemara mare on home ground beneath the Twelve Pins near Roundstone The mare selected a quiet corner of her tiny field surrounded by grey stone walls and it was on an autumn afternoon The birth was fast and explosive, the foal a slicked image amidst expired body fluids, looking more dead than alive but, within moments, struggling up on to her incredibly long and tottering spindled legs under the licking tongue of her motherShe leaned against the mare to keep her balance but shortly was suckling in the sunshine, new life against old wise stones beneath the Pins READ MORE

Tasty foodie dips recipes for your New Year’s Eve party (IrishCentral)

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 06:30:59 PST

Prawn and Cream Cheese DipWith New Year’s Eve upon us this weekend, I thought that a few tasty and easy to make "Dips" will come in handy if you are planning a house party for the occasion!These simple dips can be used with potato chips, crackers, potato wedges, cut-strips of carrot or celery, tortillas, oven chips, breadsticks, samosas, spring rolls or anything else that takes your fancy!These recipes each make enough for 10-12 people from each but you can double up to make more Happy New Year!Prawn & Cream Cheese Dip8oz Philadelphia (or other) cream cheese1/4 small onion, peeled and choppedBunch of parsley2 tbls Lemon Juice1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped1/4 tspn black pepper4oz cooked, peeled prawnsMethod:Mix all together in a blender until almost smooth and chill for 1 hour before useSweet Chilli Mayonnaise3 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce8 tablespoons mayonnaiseMethod:Mix both ingredients together and serve straight awayAvocado Guacamole4 mild chillies, finely choppedA wee bunch coriander (cilantro) chopped2 tomatoes, finely choppedPinch of salt1 medium onion, chopped1-2 tbsp waterJuice of ½ Lime3 ripe AvocadosMethod:Peel & dice the avocado and leave aside READ MORE

Wait for the proposal - after seven years shouldn't he have put a ring on it?! (IrishCentral)

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 03:30:30 PST

Dear MTN,I have been with my boyfriend for seven years and everything is great except whenever I bring up marriage he gets weird to the point that I do not bring it up anymore How long is too long to wait for a proposal? My parents love him and I love his parents The only thing I can think might be holding him back is that I'm Catholic and he is not religious at all He knows I want a church wedding, and I know he doesn't want a mass READ MORE

Prediction for the New Year - what the world can expect from the Republicans, Catholic Church and more in 2013 (IrishCentral)

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 05:15:17 PST

Rick SantorumIt's that time of year again Assuming all those folks were actually wrong about that Mayan end-of-the-world thing, a new year is upon us Let’s gaze into our crystal ball and see what 2013 might have in store for the Irish in AmericaFirst off, we can expect the Republican Party to make some changes READ MORE

Great fun and games at this year’s Rose of Tralee contest - From milking cows to playing bagpipes and my wearing high heels (IrishCentral)

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 05:31:47 PDT

Rose of Tralee winner Nicola McEvoyA few days holidays after a few days work - that sounds good to me! As I told you, last week the Rose of Tralee is a marathon and every year I’m a good boy while the festival is on and I’m happy to do soMy wife, who doesn’t drink, has a great week catching up with her friends, friends she meets only once a year She stays out of the wee hours I’m a little jealous because I’m locked away in my hotel room, it’s not that bad though as I was building brownie points and will be cashing them in shortly READ MORE

How "Riverdance" changed a bored American teenager’s view of Ireland -- Still working its unique magic all these years later for young and old (IrishCentral)

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 05:01:30 PDT

"Riverdance" still as inspirational as everIt’s been a great week to be Irish Actually, every week is great to be IrishKatie Taylor’s lifelong dream came true, and Micheal, John Joe, Paddy, and Cian, our other medalists, also got the world talking with their heroics in London They gave the whole country a lift READ MORE

New Year, New Paper... (IrishCentral)

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:00:23 PST

So, it's 2012 Whether or not we'll make it to the end of it as movies and crazy's suggest is a conversation for a different day but while we're here we may as well make the best of it And you can't do that without a notebook Seriously! It's a non negotiable and one of the many things I collect READ MORE

Christmas wish list - what gifts are you hoping to find under the tree this year? (IrishCentral)

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:00:22 PST

It's that time of year again, and although a Chanel handbag is really what I want, sometimes dreams don't come true! Not to put a dampener on things, there are lots of other luscious goodies out there that I could happily play with come the 25th Here are some of my favorites Notepads at the ready…Emé Vandal leather necklace with hair pendantA quirky yet sophisticated piece that really captures a romantic vision of old Ireland with a funky contemporary design It’s also super versatile, making it an ideal accessory for any outfit – whether you are going for the minimalistic look or are dressing to impress this is rocking!Joanne Hynes 'French Queen' Neck-PieceJewellery just got dangerous! This edgy yet elegant piece from Irish designer Joanne Hynes is amazing READ MORE

A Great Start To A New Year, Feis 2011 (IrishCentral)

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:55:18 PST

IRISH DANCE NEWS 2011 Pender-Keady Charity for Brain Aneurysm Foundation Charity Dance off over 14 won by Kendal Griffler ( Early McLoughlin School) As we start another new year on the competitive circuit, dancers jumped right back into competitive mode, keeping up with their workouts and practice over the Holiday breakGearing up for the 2011 season, competitive dancers must be physically fit because even short dances can be physically demanding Also, dancers must continuously train to maintain and improve their technique, balance skills, strength and flexibility Competitive dancing requires dedication, as many months may be spent practicing dance and developing dance steps READ MORE

Rise and Shine (IrishCentral)

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 04:30:21 PST

As I struggled to get out of bed this morning, the first workday of the New Year, my mother’s voice reverberated in my brain from beyond the grave “Rise and Shine,” she’d call out giving a quick rap to my bedroom door I’d stick my teenage head under the covers, as I wanted to do this morning She was an indomitable woman, my mother; used to some of the pampering that the world had to offer before landing in our part of rural Ireland where there were few luxuries READ MORE