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"Sinister" statue of mythical Irish creature put on hold in Co Clare

Clare County Council has confirmed that it has put its recently commissioned ‘Púca of Ennistymon’ sculpture on hold following backlash from locals.

WATCH: An exclusive clip from the new Irish romantic comedy Finding You

Finding You, set in Ireland, is likely to become your new favorite Irish rom-com.

Thugs who shockingly knocked girl under Dublin train accused of prior attacks

The gang of youths has come to prominence in Dublin and is accused of assaulting other members of the public in unprovoked attacks

Irish boy's name revealed as most popular in the US in 2020

The name has ranked number one in the list of top five boys names since 2017

How to buy your dream property abroad during a pandemic

Virtual viewings created with advanced technology gives you a real experience and has made buying a property abroad hassle free

News

"Sinister" statue of mythical Irish creature put on hold in Co Clare

Clare County Council has confirmed that it has put its recently commissioned ‘Púca of Ennistymon’ sculpture on hold following backlash from locals.

Entertainment

WATCH: An exclusive clip from the new Irish romantic comedy Finding You

Finding You, set in Ireland, is likely to become your new favorite Irish rom-com.

News

Thugs who shockingly knocked girl under Dublin train accused of prior attacks

The gang of youths has come to prominence in Dublin and is accused of assaulting other members of the public in unprovoked attacks

Roots

Irish boy's name revealed as most popular in the US in 2020

The name has ranked number one in the list of top five boys names since 2017

Dream homes

How to buy your dream property abroad during a pandemic

Virtual viewings created with advanced technology gives you a real experience and has made buying a property abroad hassle free

News

COVID live updates: No deaths reported in Northern Ireland today

The total number of COVID-related deaths reported in Northern Ireland remains at 2,148 today, May 12.

Events

Galway's victims of the Great Hunger and exiled immigrants recalled

The stories of the east Galway diaspora are varied and complex from the US Civil War, Canada, and to Australia and Ned Kelly.

Entertainment

WATCH: New trailer released for Riverdance: The Animated Adventure

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure promises to bring the spirit and excitement of Irish dance to a new family audience 25 years after the debut of Riverdance.

Food & Drink

What do the Irish eat? New survey reveals what Ireland has been ordering online

Flipdish, an online ordering platform based in Dublin, has revealed Ireland’s most popular foods during lockdown.

Entertainment

Colin Farrell files for conservatorship of son, as he navigates life with Angelman syndrome

The conservatorship will give Farrell and his former partner legal power to continue making decisions on their son's behalf

History

On This Day: 1916 Easter Rising leader James Connolly was executed

James Connolly, the Edinburgh man calling the military shots from the GPO during the 1916 Easter Rising, was the “heart” of the rebellion

Travel

A local's guide to ten of Galway's best-kept secrets

Planning a staycation in Ireland this year? These are the must-see spots in Galway, according to a local!

Other Writers

WATCH: Oobah Butler discusses his Mayo roots and hosting Catfish on MTV UK

Contributor James Mahon chats with Oobah Butler about his rise to fame.

History

On This Day: 1916 Easter Rising leader Seán Mac Diarmada was executed

Seán MacDiarmada was one of the men capable of rousing Ireland out of its political coma.

History

Claddagh community of Galway and its lasting traditions

The fascinating story of an old Galway town that refused to give up its traditions.

History

Irish senator who served three states, fought duel with Lincoln, born on this day

Born today in 1810, Tyrone-born James Shields represented three different states in the US Senate and almost fought a duel against Abraham Lincoln.

Entertainment

Happy Birthday, Gabriel Byrne! A look at the Irish actor's best films

From "Unusual Suspects" to "Miller's Crossing," Dublin native Gabriel Byrne has certainly left his mark on Hollywood.

Food & Drink

National Salad Month: A Mammy’s recipe for traditional Irish egg salad sandwiches

A staple Irish family recipe, this sandwich is known in every Irish household, you can be sure you had these snacks growing up in Ireland.

News

Horror as girl pushed under Dublin train by pack of thugs

CCTV footage shows a youth pushing a teenage girl underneath a stationary train with his bicycle wheel.

Northern Ireland

Vindication as ten Ballymurphy Massacre victims found to all be innocent

Nearly 50 years after their deaths, ten victims of the 1971 Ballymurphy Massacre have been declared "entirely innocent of any wrongdoings" by a coroner in Belfast.