Roots
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Ancient Irish myths that invoke the spirit of Samhain
Margaret Thatcher described Francis Bacon's art as "dreadful pictures"
How Féile Na Marbh or 'Feast of the Dead' became Halloween
These terrifying Halloween figures all have Irish origins
What are Ireland's Bank Holidays in 2025?
Mum gave son name that celebrates his "Irish heritage" but can’t pronounce it
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How the Irish ward off evil spirits at Halloween
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History
The myth and stories surrounding Ireland's fairy trees
The musical instruments of ancient Ireland
WATCH: This Irish bread mix advert from the 1970s will make your mouth water
Michael Malloy - the Irishman in The Bronx that could not be murdered
Happy St. Nicholas Day! Did you know Santa is buried in Ireland?
Genealogy
