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Italian doctor finds cure for Parkinson's disease in Irish dancing

An Italian doctor has discovered that Irish dancing overrides the neurological impediments that affect the gait in those suffering from Parkinson's disease

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Notre Dame to expand Irish studies programming

A new center to the study of modern Ireland is to open at the home of the Fighting Irish.

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How the Irish language is being kept alive in New York

The short film explores an Irish-language day in Manhattan.

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New Year's resolutions: How to learn an Irish instrument

There's a wide and fascinating array of traditional instruments used to make Irish music - which should you learn how to play?

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Hillary Rodham Clinton appointed Chancellor of Queen’s University Belfast

Queen's University has appointed the former United States secretary of state Hillary Rodham Clinton as its new Chancellor.

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New Year's resolutions: Best ways to learn Irish for free online

Check out these Irish language resources to help you learn a new language for 2019.

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Studied in Ireland? Share your experience with IrishCentral

Have you previously studied in Ireland? We are interested to hear about your experience and highlights of your time studying Ireland.

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Express your gratitude with these Irish phrases this Thanksgiving

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

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Never too old! 82-year-old Wexford man graduates from college in Ireland

Tom Boyle, 82, received his Bachelor's degree from Waterford Institute of Technology on October 31.

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National Babbling Day: Irish language phrases for when your stuck for words

Stuck for words? Try your tongue with some of our favorite Irish language phrases! Beatha teanga í a labhairt - the life of a language is to speak it!

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Irish Famine studies in the US should be mandatory, like the Holocaust

Irish studies lecturer at the University of Southern Maine says the Great Famine should be taught in U.S. schools in the same vein as teachings about The Holocaust.

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Only 36% of Irish families happy with family time - Here’s how to fix it

Family Friendly HQ is a trusted parenting community, dedicated to mums and dads, and families of all shapes and sizes.

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How to take the first steps in learning Irish

Over the course of the next month, you can take advantage of this free online course that will give you the best introduction to the Irish language.

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Confused by Brexit? Here's everything you need to know

From the terms and conditions of the withdrawal agreement to the difference between a soft and hard Brexit, we have all the top Brexit terms explained.

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Don’t know your name in Irish? There’s an app for that!

Even Donald Trump and Taylor Swift get a mention.

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Man's rare genetic disease traced back to three centuries of County Donegal ancestry

When Greg first learned about a rare disease affecting his brother, he had no idea that the illness would come to define his own life, or that his search for answers would take him on a journey going back generations to his Irish ancestors.

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Irish language takes over five US cities in one night plus Bali, Indonesia!

We brought the Pop-Up Gaeltacht across the US and even to Bali in Indonesia!

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US students living their dream in ancient Irish village

19 American students spent a week in the heart of the Ring Gaeltacht learning Gaeilge, Irish dance, Irish history and immersing themselves in Ireland's culture

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Want to learn Irish? These events taking place across the US can help you start

On Thursday, August 29, we want to hold the largest Pop-Up Gaeltacht the world has ever seen!

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How to practice yoga and mindfulness in Irish

Yoga and mindfulness as Gaeilge is a great way to start learning the Irish language

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WATCH: How to say 'Happy St. Patrick's Day' and more in Irish

YouTuber Miranda the Adventurer visited with the Gaelic League in Los Angeles to learn the very best Irish-language phrases to use for Saint Patrick’s Day.

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The ongoing battle to preserve the Irish language in Ireland

One researcher was told in 2015 that “An Ireland without the Irish language wouldn’t be the same place."

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?

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New funding supports Irish language education in the US

Greater support for teachers working with adult learners overseas is now being developed by the Irish government.

Education

Is the Irish language hard to learn?

Irelands official language is Irish but only a small percentage of the population can speak it fluently and even less use it on a daily basis. So is the Irish language hard to learn?

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AOH condemns "Anti-St. Patrick's Day" products on Amazon

Over 3,400 oppose deportation of African asylum-seeker in Galway

Co Clare hotel becomes first in Ireland to run on its own hydroelectricity

More Irish family records become available online for free

48k without power and flights canceled in Storm Brendan's wake

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Remembering Lily Kempson, the longest surviving rebel from the 1916 Easter Rising

New James Bond theme singer, Billie Eilish’s Irish roots

The execution of Kevin Barry, the last straw for Michael Collins

59 years ago today John F Kennedy was inaugurated as President of the USA

More Irish family records become available online for free

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WIN: a limited-edition Wicklow Wolf hamper

Ireland's largest trad music festival kicks-off celebrating 15 years

Best Irish songs you love to hear all in one excellent playlist

Irish ghetto kid Willie Sutton became America’s most famous bank robber

How to make the perfect Irish curry sauce for your chips

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Irish tourist attraction of the week: The Céide Fields

The "Famine Queen" Victoria died on this day in 1901

Co Clare hotel becomes first in Ireland to run on its own hydroelectricity

Lesser-known Irish gems to explore in County Donegal in 2020

A gal's solo trip to Ireland

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Be vocal and buy from your local Irish shop this holiday season!

Where to get the best deals on Irish gifts this Cyber Monday and Christmas

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