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"Singing in the Rain" star Gene Kelly and his proud Irish roots remembered on his birthday

"He was very proud of being Irish...he really felt his Irish roots were at the core of his being." Happy Birthday to the all singing all dancing Gene Kelly!

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Irish population was in serious decline before the Vikings arrived

It has long been assumed that the population of Ireland grew steadily until it was devastated by the Great Famine. A new study shows that Ireland's population was in decline for three centuries until the Vikings arrived.

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Study claims that Irishmen descended from Turkish farmers

Research indicates Turkish farmers arrived in Ireland about 6,000 years ago, bringing agriculture with them.

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Marilyn Monroe's ancestral clan has Irish link, DNA project confirms

Marilyn Monroe's ancestral Clan Munro has been found to have a direct link to Ireland.

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Expert's tips for preparing for your Irish roots research trip to Ireland

From what to pack and what you need to know before you go, to searching Dublin records and making contact with the locals in your ancestral home, an expert’s top advice

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Where are you from? Find out using these Irish surname maps

Genealogist Barry Griffin has compiled a robust online resource using data from the 1901 and 1911 censuses in Ireland.

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Tracing your Irish roots? A guide to Irish birth, death, and marriage records

From post-Famine Ireland to the 1922 fire at the Fire Courts, everything you need to know about locating the Irish records for your ancestors online

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Kate Winslet discovers her Irish roots

It all goes back to a Dublin woman named Eliza O'Brien.

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Harry Potter aka Daniel Radcliffe’s Northern Ireland roots revealed

Tragic letters from Banbridge, County Down, reveal a World War One soldier’s death on the frontline and how he inspired his great-great-nephew.

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O’Donovan Rossa’s battle of wills revealed in crime records

Read the remarkable piece of Irish history that is the jail journals of legendary Fenian Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa.

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I always knew I was an O'Sullivan at heart - Discovering my ancestry

My Ancestry results revealed I'm 68% Irish - something of a surprise to me as my Dad is British!

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First man on moon descended from 'Fermanagh cattle rustlers'

Famous astronauts with links to Ireland, from Neil Armstrong to Chris Hadfield.

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Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain's Irish roots

Two decades after Nirvana frontman’s death we take a look at his Irish ancestry and spiritual awakening in Ireland.

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Celebrating the O'Sullivans! Everything you need to know about the Irish family name

Find out the origin of the Irish family name O'Sullivan, its famous members, and other interesting facts.

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This Irish family name has global status - Discovering the worldwide O'Neills

Was your maiden name O'Neill or you had an O'Neill grandparent? We also want to hear from you.

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O’Neill Gathering Planned for Nebraska in 2021

Ancient Clan O'Neill group to host a ‘Cead Míle Fáilte’ to other members of the clan in the city of O'Neill, Nebraska, in 2021

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Who are the most famous O’Neills?

With the 10th most popular surname in Ireland, the O’Neills are quite a distinguished bunch. Among their ranks, there have been warrior kings, politicians, playwrights, actors, and fashion designers.

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Conor McGregor and Kim Kardashian are distantly related, ancestry searches reveal

The UFC star is related to Kardashian through his Scottish roots.

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This Irish genealogy group can help you trace your family roots

The Irish Family History Forum is an excellent resource for those searching for their links to the Emerald Isle.

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Irish birth, marriage and death certificates made available online for free

A tranche of birth, marriage and death certificates has been made available online for no charge.

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Celebrating the O'Neills! Everything you need to know about the Irish family name

Explore the history of the O'Neill name, its family crest, coat of arms, and famous clan members.

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Can your ancestry influence your travel plans?

I love traveling somewhere with personal meaning. And despite having little idea of any cultural heritage outside Ireland, I realised I could get all that information through an ancestry test.

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Genealogical archive of 52,000 Irish-Jewish, from over 200 years, presented to Dublin city

Jewish births, marriages, burials, school records and census information in Ireland dating back to 1664 released to the public.

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New Aer Lingus package helps travelers discover their Irish roots in Ireland

Aer Lingus has begun to offer the ‘Discover Your Roots’ package which includes a consultation with a genealogist in Ireland.

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Three million people in the world are descended from one Irish High King

The incredibly fertile Irish warlord, Niall of the Nine Hostages, is thought to have 3 million descendants worldwide. Could you be one of them?

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Exclusive photos of 1913 Ireland from Irish newspaper An Claidheamh Soluis

Magdalene Laundries victim who was starved and forced to work receives compensation

UPDATE: Local grief over tragic death of Longford student in New York

Irish woman killed in “nearly perfect murder” dreamed of being a teacher

Two Irish cities voted among the 50 friendliest cities in the world

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On This Day: Hurricane Charley blows into Ireland in 1986

Exclusive photos of 1913 Ireland from Irish newspaper An Claidheamh Soluis

Brian Keenan was released by Shi’ite militiamen on this day in 1990

The best modern Irish love songs

Award-winning 1965 Irish film will reawaken your love for Yeats

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The Dropkick Murphys perform special gig for toddler recovering from brain surgery

Irish Famine comedy play set to debut in Ireland

Famous Irish language phrases you need to know!

Irish music and dance session breaks out on flight to Kerry

Exclusive photos of 1913 Ireland from Irish newspaper An Claidheamh Soluis

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Gorgeous Galway Manor and Cottage is the dream Irish vacation rental

Dream of coming home to Ireland? This is the contest for you

Two Irish cities voted among the 50 friendliest cities in the world

Irish cottage in dream Sky Road Galway location could be your summer home

Antrim Coastline named among best in the world

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