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Culture

WATCH: Mary O kicks off viral scone-making campaign with an Irish blessing

After her scones went viral on Humans of New York, Mary O'Halloran prepares to get baking but not without an Irish blessing.

Roots

Plant an Irish Heritage Tree for your beloved pet on the Feast Day of St. Francis

On the feast day of the patron saint of animals, we invite you to plant an Irish Heritage Tree in the name of your cherished family pet.

Events

The 40th annual Great Irish Fair of New York, back this weekend to Coney Island

The Great Irish Fair is returning this Saturday, September 25th and is ready to welcome Irish music, dance, and Irish products to Coney Island, New York.

Culture

World Gratitude Day - Express your gratitude with these Irish phrases

With 33 million Americans claiming Irish heritage here’s a guide for all Irish Americans on giving thanks as Gaelige (in Irish)!

Culture

Even in a modern, progressive Ireland, it's no capisce for my Italian surname

I was regularly called Steve “Cornetto” – after a popular ice cream treat – and it was commonly assumed that I knew the likes of Tony Soprano personally.

Food & Drink

Where can you find the cheapest pint of Guinness in Ireland?

One customer took to social media to sing the praises of a pub in Co Kerry for having "the cheapest pint in the country."

Craic

Manchester United star amazed at Kerry GAA star’s Irish dancing skills

Former Kerry minor star Tomás Ó Sé wowed ex-Manchester United player Patrice Evra during a chance encounter at a Kerry bar last week.

Culture

May the Road Rise Up to Meet You - the story behind the traditional Irish blessing

What does May the Road Rise Up to Meet You really mean? The story of the most popular Irish blessing.

Culture

A cupla focail: the most searched for Irish language words

More and more Gaeilge curious folks in the United States are searching for Irish language words and phrases online but what are they searching for?

Entertainment

League Of Their Own stars play ancient Irish sport 'road bowling' in Kerry

Stars of the British TV show, including Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp, showed up in West Kerry during the week to learn a thing or two about the ancient Irish sport of road bowling.

Buy Irish

Women's Friendship Day: Show you care with this thoughtful Irish present

On Women's Friendship Day show your friend, or as the Irish like to say 'cara', that you appreciate them with a present that they will cherish.

Cahir O'Doherty

Book Review: The Women Who Shaped Ireland

Author Nicola Depuis alternates freely between well-known Irish women and women who have been left out of the history books, with a view to introducing these inspirational figures to as many new readers as possible.

Culture

National Chicken Month: Tarragon chicken pot pie recipe

Chef Stuart gives us a meal to warm up to on a cold winter night

Craic

Nine words that are different in Ireland and America

We might speak the same language but sometimes we mean very different things.

Culture

Ireland's most notorious nightclub announces its return!

Copper Face Jacks appears set to make its long-awaited reopening in October after 18 months of closures due to the pandemic.

Entertainment

Mixed reviews for Matt Damon’s Ireland lockdown movie “The Last Duel”

The Ireland-filmed movie, also starring Ben Affleck and Adam Driver, has been getting so-so reviews since its premiere in Venice.

Culture

Halfway to St. Patrick's Day! Let the countdown begin

It's September 17th! It's officially just half a year until March 17, St. Patrick's Day when everyone's just a little bit Irish!

Culture

International Irish Dance Day returns today!

Irish dancers from around the world are invited to participate in International Irish Dance Day's Great Global Step About this Friday!

Entertainment

John McCain requested "Danny Boy" to be played at his funeral

"McCain never forgot those roots when it came to the Irish and was very active in seeking immigration legislation to allow more Irish into America."

History

“Be not afraid” - Irish people’s famous last words

From tragedy and empathy to humor and wit, even in their death Irish people have a particular way with words.

Culture

Olympia Theatre rebranded under new sponsorship deal, Dubliners dismayed

The Olympia Theatre's iconic facade and canopy in Dublin will remain largely untouched by the new sponsorship deal, which will run for an initial eight-year period.

Events

Kickoff your Fall with a fun family day of Irish culture on the Hudson

The Hudson Valley Irish Fest returns to Peekskill’s Riverfront Green Park, New York, and is ready to celebrate the rich Irish-American heritage in the Hudson Valley.

Culture

Women allege Irish Defence Forces abuse in new documentary

"Women of Honour" paints a grim picture of life as a female member of the Irish Defence Forces and details devastating personal and professional implications of abuse.

Community