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Niall O'Dowd

Niall O'Dowd

Nancy Pelosi must go and Rep. Joe Crowley must take over her job

It is abundantly clear what Democrats need to do to start winning House elections.

Opinion

Opinion

Is Conor McGregor a bigot? US columnist slams his pre-fight racist tirades

Conor McGregor needs to be held accountable and we, as his compatriots, are where it needs to start.

Craic

Craic

What you need to know about the Irish Goodbye

Are you sick of hanging round at a celebration after you're ready to go home and having to say goodbye to everyone present?

Politics

Politics

JFK’s grandson Jack Schlossberg speaks out against Trump’s America

The 24-year-old Yale graduate is also a big fan of The Rock and the Yankees, he reveals, in an essay on what about America he loves most.

Working in Ireland

Work anywhere in the world: Skills that let you work abroad

With the right skills, the world is your oyster when it comes to finding a job.

Other Writers

Why are so many Irish memes still about potatoes and drinking?

There’s only so many times you can hear jokes about how many pints you drink and how many potatoes you eat before it becomes not just irritating but plain boring.

Roots

The cop who forced Target to drop their ludicrous Irish t-shirts

Top Ancient Order of Hibernian member took no prisoners when it came to his heritage.

History

Toronto honors doctor for compassion shown to Irish Great Hunger emigrants

The spread of disease happens quick and fast, especially in 1847 when Irish refugees fled the famine and brought deadly diseases to Toronto. Unlike many, Dr. George Robert Grasett helped them.

Entertainment

Gabriel Byrne joins campaign to save the famous Quiet Man train station

In his message of support, the New York-based actor said: "The opening of ‘The Quiet Man’ in Ballyglunin station is unforgettable."

History

Labor leader seals James Connolly center deal with $50,000 pledge

Plans to create an interpretative center focusing on 1916 leader James Connolly has got a fillip from New York City’s transport workers.

Community

Queens Councilwoman lauds transatlantic tie-up

Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley told delegates at New York’s Pier A that she is impressed by the transformation she witnessed in Belfast.

Community

Irish student in serious condition after brutal San Diego attack

The 21-year-old has been described as the “nicest guy you could meet” but has been left unrecognizable by the attack.

Craic

Hundreds join druids to celebrate summer solstice at the Hill of Tara

As they have done for over 6,000 years, hundreds gathered at dawn this morning to celebrate the summer solstice at the Hill of Tara, Co. Meath, the seat of the ancient Irish High Kings.

Community