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Dr. Anthony Fauci to appear on Ireland's Late Late Show on Friday

Dr. Fauci has been "undermined" by President Donald Trump, said Late Late Show host Ryan Tubridy.

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Eight Irish superheroes from Cú Chulainn to Captain America to celebrate Comic Book Day

From ancient times up until today, Irish mythology and pop culture have dished up larger than life exemplars of the extraordinary.

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WATCH: Actor Michael Mellamphy and his Big Apple journey

Irish journalist James Mahon chats with actor Michael Mellamphy on his journey from Co Cork and his career in New York City.

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TUNE IN: Irish musician Padraig Allen performs live from New York tonight!

Padraig Allen of the McLean Avenue Band is back streaming his "New York Irish Live" tonight, September 24 - tune in here!

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Johnny Depp’s Shane McGowan movie premieres at San Sebastian Film Festival

Depp on his decades-long friendship with the Pogues front man and his new movie, Crock of Gold: A Few Rounds With Shane MacGowan.

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Irish Miss Universe Rozanna Purcell says Donald Trump’s no gentleman

President Donald Trump told the 19-year-old model, who went on to develop an eating disorder, she was a little "chunky" and wouldn't make it in her industry.

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Hidden stories of sexual violence during the Irish Revolution

Why is it that stories of sexual violence against women have never been part of the Irish War of Independence and the subsequent Civil War?

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Ireland's National Anthem performed in Irish sign language

Especially for International Day of Sign Languages (Sept 23) a poignant rendition of Ireland's national anthem Amhrán na bhFiann / The Soldiers Song.

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Legendary Irish concertina player Chris Droney has passed away

Chris Droney’s storied life and musicianship were admired everywhere traditional Irish music was played, but especially in his native Co Clare.

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Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet get rave reviews for "Ammonite"

"Ammonite," starring Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet, debuted at the 2020 Toronto International Film Festival and is already generating Oscar buzz.

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The Irishman serving as Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish leprechaun mascot

Derry native Conal Fagan has served as Notre Dame's leprechaun mascot since 2018.

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The undeniable Irish influence on The Lord of the Rings

J.R.R. Tolkien's inspiration for “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Silmarillion” come from the karst landscape of the Burren region and Celtic legends of the west of Ireland.

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Romantic drama "Finding You" set for U.S. release

The film, which was shot exclusively in Ireland, will be released theatrically in January 2021.

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The top 10: Irish writers at their best

Ireland is famous for its written word masterpieces. It’s tough to narrow down the best of the best.

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Celebrating the incredible Irish artist Robert Ballagh on his 77th birthday

The designer of the Riverdance set, Robert Ballagh, was born in Dublin on September 22, 1943.

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Schitt’s Creek’s O’Hara and Murphy clean up at Emmys 2020

Schitt's Creek cleaned up at the 2020 Primetime Emmy Awards.

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The Dublin spots featured in James Joyce's Ulysses

Follow along James Joyce's famous 'Ulysses' with these Dublin landmarks on June 16, Bloomsday.

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Why Anthony Bourdain loved “Typhoid Mary” so much

Famous chef Anthony Bourdain admired 'Typhoid Mary' so much that he wrote a book about her.

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U2, Sinead O’Connor among hundreds to sign letter calling for Irish entertainment industry support

The Irish entertainment has ground to a halt since the Irish Government introduced the first COVID-19 restrictions in March.

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Jim Carrey to play Joe Biden in new season of Saturday Night Live

Jim Carrey will play the presidential hopeful during season 46 of the famous sketch show.

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Jane Fonda tells tall tale about visit to Martin McGuinness' home

Several people have denied Jane Fonda's story about her 1976 visit to Martin McGuinness's family home in Co Derry.

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U2's The Edge talks new music, quarantine life

U2, who is teasing new music, is set to re-release "All That You Can't Leave Behind" for its 20th anniversary in October.

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From Ireland to outerspace - Niamh Algar stars in "Raised by Wolves"

Irish actress Niamh Algar features in HBO Max's new sci-fi series "Raised by Wolves."

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Anger as Van Morrison set to release three anti-lockdown songs

Northern Irish music legend Van Morrison believes the British Government's COVID-19 restrictions have stripped people of their personal freedom.

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Sean O'Casey, author of The Plough and the Stars, dies on this day in 1964

On March 30, 1880, Irish playwright Sean O'Casey was born. Today we celebrate his life and works and the controversy The Plough and the Stars at the Abbey Theater caused.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci to appear on Ireland's Late Late Show on Friday

Eight Irish superheroes from Cú Chulainn to Captain America to celebrate Comic Book Day

WATCH: Actor Michael Mellamphy and his Big Apple journey

TUNE IN: Irish musician Padraig Allen performs live from New York tonight!

Johnny Depp’s Shane McGowan movie premieres at San Sebastian Film Festival

Irish Miss Universe Rozanna Purcell says Donald Trump’s no gentleman

Hidden stories of sexual violence during the Irish Revolution

Ireland's National Anthem performed in Irish sign language

Legendary Irish concertina player Chris Droney has passed away

Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet get rave reviews for "Ammonite"

The Irishman serving as Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish leprechaun mascot

The undeniable Irish influence on The Lord of the Rings

Romantic drama "Finding You" set for U.S. release

The top 10: Irish writers at their best

Celebrating the incredible Irish artist Robert Ballagh on his 77th birthday

Schitt’s Creek’s O’Hara and Murphy clean up at Emmys 2020

The Dublin spots featured in James Joyce's Ulysses

Why Anthony Bourdain loved “Typhoid Mary” so much

U2, Sinead O’Connor among hundreds to sign letter calling for Irish entertainment industry support

Jim Carrey to play Joe Biden in new season of Saturday Night Live

Jane Fonda tells tall tale about visit to Martin McGuinness' home

U2's The Edge talks new music, quarantine life

From Ireland to outerspace - Niamh Algar stars in "Raised by Wolves"

Anger as Van Morrison set to release three anti-lockdown songs

Sean O'Casey, author of The Plough and the Stars, dies on this day in 1964

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Simon Coveney to meet with US officials in Washington, DC next week

Former President of Ireland says some of Church teaching is "long past its sell-by date"

Prison to Irishwoman "Typhoid Mary" is New York’s most haunted island

Coronavirus live updates: No new deaths reported between NI and RoI today

Former US Ambassador to Ireland among national co-chairs of “Catholics for Biden”

WATCH: An intimate, fascinating look into the history of Ireland’s folklife

Some myths of the "Celts" exposed by the science of DNA

The most common surnames in Ireland and their meanings

Prison to Irishwoman "Typhoid Mary" is New York’s most haunted island

Mythical legends from Ireland’s five longest rivers

WATCH: An intimate, fascinating look into the history of Ireland’s folklife

First-ever “Cavan Day” to take place globally on September 26

Prison to Irishwoman "Typhoid Mary" is New York’s most haunted island

Mythical legends from Ireland’s five longest rivers

Ancient Irish legends and myths surrounding the Cliffs of Moher

Chief Medical Officers urge people to avoid unnecessary cross-border travel

Irish government announces changes to “Green List,” effective Monday

Ancient Irish fort featured on 140AD Ptolemy map of Ireland

Mythical legends from Ireland’s five longest rivers

Ancient Irish legends and myths surrounding the Cliffs of Moher

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Boru Trinity Damsha dances with Celtic history and elegance

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