History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
The Dolocher: The dark tale of Dublin’s 'Jack the Ripper'
Behind the name: Ryan, a "Deadpool" cert that this name is a nod to tiny Irish royalty
RTÉ documentary tells story of first transatlantic communications cable
Queenie and the Puck Fair - Captivating campfire stories in Co Kerry
Irish words litter New York slang
A guide to Puck Fair - Ireland's oldest festival
The pagan origins of Co Kerry's ancient Puck Fair
Two IRA men immortalized in these historical Irish ballads
Ireland's Famine museum unveils Choctaw Nation memorial in Roscommon
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