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Demi Moore wants Ashton Kutcher to pay for her New York home renovations (IrishCentral)

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:18:47 PDT

Ashton Kutcher and Demi MooreThe 50-year-old actress and Ashton, 35 married in 2005 but are currently going through a bitter divorce and according to TMZ, Demi has insisted her ex pay to fix up her $25 million apartment in New YorkThis comes after it was revealed the couple - who announced their split in November 2011 - are locked in a battle over $10 million, with Demi asking for the eight-figure sum due to Ashton's involvement in a venture capital fund worth $100 millionThe 'Two and a Half Men' star announced his new technology start-up investment firm A-Grade, which is a partnership with Madonna's manager Guy Oseary and billionaire Ron Burkle, earlier this month with an estimated value of $100 million and Demi believes she is entitled to a piece of the actor's newfound fortuneHowever, Ashton - who owns 20 per cent of the company - insists his profits from the company aren't communal as he made his millions after their split READ MORE

Irish startups present to New York Digial Irish aiming to break into the U.S. (IrishCentral)

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:52:42 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

The new networking group, New York Digital Irish, have chosen three new Irish startups, including BusyMoos, Trustev and Marino Software, to pitch alongside US startups at their upcoming event.

Andy Lee fights Daryl Cunningham at BB King’s in New York City (IrishCentral)

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:35:09 PDT

By: DECLAN O'KELLY

Andy Lee (29-2, 20 KOs) fights Daryl Cunningham (28-4, 11 KOs) on Wednesday, May 15 at BB Kings in Times Square in New York in a contest scheduled for 10 rounds.

Bono turns down honorary degree from New York University to cheer on Eve Hewson at graduation (IrishCentral)

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:03:52 PDT

Ali, Bono (Paul), Eve, and Jordan Hewson photographed at the premiere of "Spiderman" on BroadwayU2's front man Bono, aka Paul Hewson, has turned down an honorary degree from New York University opting instead to cheer on his daughter Eve who'll graduate next weekRumors were circulating that Bono was invited to accept a graduate degree from NYU and make commencement speech at Yankee Stadium on next Wednesday, the New York Post's Page Six reportsA representative of the Dublin musician said that he was offered that degree but not the speaking gig They said "Bono was hugely honored to be asked by NYU to receive the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters READ MORE

New York’s Cardinal Timothy Dolan slams Governor Cuomo over abortion bill (IrishCentral)

Thu, 16 May 2013 04:33:17 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

New York’s Cardinal Timothy Dolan warned Governor Cuomo to prepare for holy battle if the Democratic lawmaker attempts to strengthen state abortion-rights laws.

In Focus - Aisling Keogh: Audience marketing manager in New York (IrishCentral)

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:58:16 PDT

By: MOLLY MULDOON

Background: Originally from Killiney in South Dublin, Keogh is the audience marketing manager for the CLIO Awards, The Hollywood Reporter and Adweek at Prometheus Global Media. She lives in West Harlem.

Will New York Senator Chuck Schumer ditch gay couples for an immigration deal? (IrishCentral)

Wed, 15 May 2013 05:33:49 PDT

New York Senator Charles Schumer (Credit: Derek Storm / Splash News)New York Senator Charles Schumer is busy this week pushing for what we hope will be a successful comprehensive immigration reform bill as one of the so-called gang of eight bipartisan senatorsAlong the way he’s sure to be casting a weather eye on the ways in which his actions now could eventually craft his political legacy, the great work he will be remembered for in decades to comeAs it stands he certainly has grounds for optimism Schumer will almost certainly deliver a successful bill because the fact is that the Republican Party, which watched with slack jawed disbelief as Latino voters choose Barack Obama over Mitt Romney by 71 to 21 percentage points in the last election, desperately need him to READ MORE

Christine Quinn comes clean on her alcoholism and binge eating in New York Times interview (IrishCentral)

Tue, 14 May 2013 04:44:38 PDT

By: IrishCentral Staff Writers

Christine Quinn, front-runner for New York mayor has admitted she received treatment for alcoholism and binge eating in a new book due out next month.

New York GAA report: Senior Football - Kerry kings in County final rematch against Leitrim (IrishCentral)

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:44:30 PDT

By: EUGENE KYNE

The rematch of last year’s County final had an eerily familiar start with Kenny O’Connor involved again in the fireworks. He received a straight red after two minutes when he was deemed to have hit Ciaran O’Connor off the ball.

New York GAA report: Intermediate football - Easy pickings for Celtics against Roscommon (IrishCentral)

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:40:28 PDT

By: EUGENE KYNE

Celtics had it all too easy as six players hit the scoreboard in easy fashion and the NY side moved forward in the League Cup competition.

New York GAA report: Conor Lynam leads Donegal to win over Armagh (IrishCentral)

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:38:01 PDT

By: EUGENE KYNE

Donegal in a theme of the day were dominant over Armagh with NY player Conor Lynam impressive with a total of 2-03. He was sharp each time on the ball and with Enda Gaffney was a perfect one two punch.

Anthony Weiner running for New York mayor and the Italian mob and Irish Americans strong ties (IrishCentral)

Fri, 10 May 2013 05:33:46 PDT

Anthony Weiner (Richard Drew/AP)The recent movie The Irishman told the story of colorful -- some might say deranged -- Irish American gangster Danny Greene, who saw himself as a glorious figure in a long line of Irish rebels Greene famously taunted the powerful Italian American mobsters who ran his native ClevelandThe Irishman in this week’s story, however, seemed very much to enjoy his role within the Genovese crime family hierarchyIt got him sent to prison READ MORE

Irish American comedian Colin Quinn to headline for New York Irish Center’s fundraiser (IrishCentral)

Thu, 09 May 2013 02:16:08 PDT

By: JANE WALSH

An evening of top-notch entertainment in aid of the New York Irish Center (NYIC) is promised at Symphony Space with the best of stand-up comedy, courtesy of headline act and Broadway powerhouse, Colin Quinn, and stellar Irish music act Mundy, of chart-topping “Galway Girl” fame.
Throw in a guest appearance from Co. Kildare's mesmerizing Jack Lukeman, known simply as Jack L to many, and you have the makings of a night for the history books.

New York firefighter receives massive utility bill for home that was destroyed in Hurricane Sandy (IrishCentral)

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:41:57 PDT

By: KERRY O'SHEA

Families in the Hurricane Sandy devastated areas of Breezy Point in Queens, NY have continued receiving utility bills for their homes which no longer exist.

No Glory for New York GAA team at Gaelic Park in Leitrim Connacht championship challenge (IrishCentral)

Thu, 09 May 2013 05:48:35 PDT

The New York squad (Photo by Margaret Purcell)Back in 2003 New York took Leitrim to extra time at Gaelic Park in the Connacht championship, almost causing a massive upsetI went along on Sunday to the 2013 game hoping against hope that a repeat of such a thrilling match was on the cards, but dreading that New York would be outclassedAlas, my worst fears were borne out READ MORE

Tom Hanks set to host New York Irish Rep Theater’s fundraiser (IrishCentral)

Wed, 08 May 2013 11:48:17 PDT

By: Irish Voice Reporters

The Irish Repertory Theatre in New York has scored quite a coup for its annual gala fundraiser next month – two time Oscar winner Tom Hanks, currently starring in the Broadway megahit Lucky Guy, will act as host of the party.

Saying goodbye, and thank you, to Fr. Brendan Duggan (IrishCentral)

Tue, 07 May 2013 02:48:36 PDT

Fr Brendan DugganIt is with great sadness that I write this piece Irish Central Community News has to say goodbye, and a very big thank you, to Fr Brendan Duggan for his years of commitment and dedication to the Irish Community in New York READ MORE

Leitrim take a bite out of the Big Apple at New York's Gaelic Park (IrishCentral)

Tue, 07 May 2013 06:58:55 PDT

By: EUGENE KYNE

The hope that’s springs eternal for New York was stamped out most viciously, on the scoreboard at least by a Leitrim side that was not in the least feeling sympathy for an over matched opponent.

New York tech company Squarespace opens offices in Dublin (IrishCentral)

Fri, 03 May 2013 12:30:26 PDT

By: JANE WALSH

Ireland’s leader Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Jobs Minister Richard Bruton have announced that Squarespace, the leading all-in-one website publishing platform, plans to establish its EMEA Headquarters in Dublin along with the creation of 100 new jobs.

In Focus: Tim Herlihy - Tullamore Dew U.S. ambassador in New York (IrishCentral)

Wed, 01 May 2013 11:21:19 PDT

By: MOLLY MULDOON

Background: Originally from Termonfeckin, Co. Louth, Herlihy is the Tullamore Dew U.S. ambassador based in New York City.