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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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Genealogy

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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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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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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Genealogy

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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Calling all Treanors! You’re needed for an Irish reunion

The Treanor family are looking for IrishCentral's readers to help them spread the word about their first clan gathering in Co Monaghan next month.

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

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

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Lori Loughlin: Five things you need to know about the Irish American actress

Lori Loughlin who faces jail time for her part in both illegally bribing to have her daughters accepted at USC and money laundering is of strong Irish roots in County Cork.

Politics

Tracing emigrant Irish roots of Texan presidential hopeful Beto O'Rourke

Texas presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke, who recently launched his campaign for the Democratic nomination for the 2020 election, has Leitrim and Carlow roots.

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Tracing your Irish ancestry - The Sweeney clan

Check out the history of the Sweeney name, its family crest and coat of arms, famous clan members, and other interesting facts.

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Ten things you’ll hear an Irish mammy say

The “Irish Mammy” a beloved trope of Ireland’s history and popular culture.

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Tracing your Irish ancestry - The Quinn Clan

Interested in the history behind your Irish family name? Find out more about the Quinn clan.

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Searching for tales of my great grand uncle "The Baron of Broadway"

Can you help this trace tales of this incredible Irishman's life from Limerick to New York and Detroit as he made, lost and made his fortune again? Help share his stories with his descendants.

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Tracing your Irish ancestry - The O'Reilly Clan

Learn the origin of the O'Reilly family name and other interesting facts.

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Tracing your Irish ancestry - The O'Malley clan

Check out the story of the name O'Malley, its family crest, coat of arms, and famous members.

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International Irish more successful than ever before: celebrate with IrishCentral

How to network as an Irish person in the US

Meet Orla Stafford from Jackford Irish Potato Gin

The Irish woman behind the award-winning potato-based liquor brand

This Irishman is working as one of Manhattan’s biggest nightclub promoters

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Philly nurses launch fundraising efforts for Irishman awaiting deportation

“Why isn’t he called Murphy like all the rest of them?” Potential British PM says of Varadkar

"Absurd" Irish High Court ruling makes becoming an Irish citizen more difficult

Five-year-old Irish girl lured to house by three boys and beaten

Ireland's oldest Jewish cemetery to open after four decades

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Famed poet Dylan Thomas and his wild adventures at the ancient Irish Puck Fair

Shocking murder of a 15-year-old Fianna Boy Scout 100 years ago

50 years ago today, Mary Jo Kopechne died in Ted Kennedy’s car at Chappaquiddick

“The only advice I can give to people is be Irish!” Battle of Britain pilot celebrates 100 years

People of Belfast's Sailortown cast a wide net

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Highlighting Galway's fabulous food scene with some expert advice

Popular healthy fast food chain opens in Ireland and fans are very excited

This is the World Class Irish Bartender of the Year 2019

There's a chicken wing festival taking place in Ireland this weekend!

"Rosie" future? Not in this cruel new Ireland

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Where to find the finest coastal scenery in Ireland, without all the tour buses

Here's where to get your pancake fix in Dublin

You will soon be able to visit The Gates of Hell in Co Wicklow

Beyond the putting green – what to do in the lovely town of Portrush

Dream of being the Lord of the manor in Ireland? It’ll only cost you €20m

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