History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
Cork’s most tragic love story - love on the Leeside...
An FBI bust that led to the IRA resorting to kidnapping in the Republic
Ireland's fairy forts and their power over the Irish
Dream-like lighthouse for sale on Galway’s Aran Islands
Irish director Jim Sheridan will direct highly controversial docudrama about Lockerbie bombing
New study traces outbreak of potato blight that caused Great Hunger to North America
Cillian Murphy says Ireland suffered "collective trauma" over Magdalene Laundries
White House Historical Association marks Presidents' Day with wreath-laying at JFK Memorial in Galway
St. Patrick's Day trivia to test yourself with before the holiday!
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