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Women
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

Katriona O'Sullivan: My children would say that I love them, but I do not think they would describe me as nurturing - and I feel bad about that

54% of Irish respondents believe women are naturally better at childcare than men.
Europe news
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

'One Saturday, we had a funeral, a wedding, a first communion and then mass. It was too much': Ireland's priests are feeling the pressure

Ireland's priests face heavy workloads and mental health struggles due to declining numbers and increasing responsibilities.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Former Ceann Comhairle Rory O'Hanlon dies aged 92

Rory O'Hanlon, a dedicated public servant and former Minister for Health, passed away peacefully at 92, leaving behind a legacy of community advocacy.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

An Irish Goodbye... from London: 'I feel completely settled here but I wish I could transport the Irish warmth of personality into the city'

Shayne Brady, an interior designer from Naas, moved to London in 2007 seeking new opportunities despite having no job or money.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Meet the Kerry Japanese artist bringing sean nos and Irish language to life for a new generation

Amano De Londra Miura showcased her stunning sean nós talents live on TV, putting the Irish language back on the map and highlighting its cultural importance.
London music
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Bryan Dobson: 'I have a wonderful letter written by my father to his mother-in-law when my parents got married'

Bryan Dobson stated, 'After nearly four decades at RTÉ, I found retirement to be a new chapter, filled with family time and personal projects.'
Media industry
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 week ago

Who Created the Book of Kells? A Master Craftsman Takes on the Mystery

New evidence suggests the Book of Kells may originate from Portmahomack, challenging the long-held theory of its creation at Iona.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'He was the greatest broadcaster we've ever had' - Brolly, Spillane and O'Rourke reunite in tribute to Michael Lyster

The star-studded trio were box-office television on The Sunday Game during the GAA championship for nearly three decades, ably assisted and guided by Lyster's genius as host.
LA Kings
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Mamdani Stumbles Over the Irish Question

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced criticism for failing to provide a clear answer on Irish unification at a school event, despite predictable timing around St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
#st-patricks-day-celebrations
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Crowds celebrate St Patrick's Day across Ireland

St Patrick's Day parades across Ireland celebrated Irish culture and achievements, with Dublin's parade featuring 12 floats and over 3,000 participants, while Killarney honored actress Jessie Buckley's Oscar win.
NYC LGBT
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

In pictures: Crowds celebrate St Patrick's Day across Ireland

St Patrick's Day parades across Ireland celebrated Irish culture and achievements, with Dublin's parade featuring 12 floats and over 3,000 participants, while Killarney honored actress Jessie Buckley's Oscar win.
#st-patricks-day
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

Mom Has a Baby. 10 Months Later, She Has Twins. Meet Her 'Irish Triplets'

Lindsay Campbell gave birth to three babies within 12 months, making her the mother of 'Irish triplets,' after becoming pregnant just months after delivering her second child.
#irish-cuisine
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
LA food

Six St. Patrick's Day recipes to bring you the luck of the Irish

St. Patrick's Day offers an opportunity to explore Irish culinary traditions through authentic recipes and L.A.'s Irish establishments, with significant overlap between Irish and Californian cuisines in their emphasis on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and fresh seafood.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago
DC food

Irish Culinary Takeover at The Pembroke with Chef Ryan O'Sullivan

Chef Ryan O'Sullivan hosts an Irish Heritage Month culinary takeover at The Pembroke in Washington, DC on March 6-7, 2026, featuring a special menu celebrating Irish cuisine and his personal culinary journey.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Six St. Patrick's Day recipes to bring you the luck of the Irish

St. Patrick's Day offers an opportunity to explore Irish culinary traditions through authentic recipes and L.A.'s Irish establishments, with significant overlap between Irish and Californian cuisines in their emphasis on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and fresh seafood.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

National Leagues - as it happened: Results and reports from today's hurling and football action

Galway defeated Monaghan 2-09 to 1-20 in Division 1, securing their second win and leapfrogging Armagh and Dublin to improve their relegation survival prospects.
#st-patricks-day-parade
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
London food

Tens of thousands attend St Patrick's Day parade

Tens of thousands attended London's St Patrick's Day parade featuring Irish performers, dancers, and community groups traveling from Hyde Park Corner to Trafalgar Square, culminating in a free festival with live music and cultural displays.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
London politics

St Patrick's Day parades 2026: use our interactive map to find out what's happening near you

Ireland's St. Patrick's Day celebrations feature over half a million participants across multiple cities with elaborate parades, floats, and marching bands showcasing local creative talent.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

St Patrick's Day parades 2026: use our interactive map to find out what's happening near you

Ireland's St. Patrick's Day celebrations feature over half a million participants across multiple cities with elaborate parades, floats, and marching bands showcasing local creative talent.
#irish-film-industry
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard,' says 'Harry Potter' star Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard, it makes me proud,' says Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard,' says 'Harry Potter' star Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Film

'Culturally, we've always punched pretty hard, it makes me proud,' says Gleeson as Oscar Wildes' 'Irish' rally behind Jessie Buckley

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

All you hear is bloody Irish accents': the unstoppable growth of Sydney's County' Coogee

Like, what the fuck are they doing?' Gaelic football jerseys in Australia! County Coogee, as it's become popularly known, hosts one of the largest Irish populations in Australia. In the most recent census, 19.5% of its residents claimed Irish heritage. When McCaul describes going down Coogee Bay Road and all you hear is bloody Irish accents, he's not joking.
Liverpool FC
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Ireland win Triple Crown after victory over Scotland as Andy Farrell's men await Six Nations title fate

Ireland are Triple Crown winners for the 15th time thanks to a 12th consecutive win over Scotland, whose long search for success in Dublin will stretch into its 18th year before they get another chance to end their dismal record.
Europe politics
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

How the Emerald Isle shaped the Steel City - Pittsburgh's rich Irish history

Pittsburgh's Irish population, now 11-16% of residents, grew through 18th-century immigration and massive 19th-century famine migration, fundamentally shaping the city's institutions and culture.
Media industry
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Marty Morrissey: 'I miss my mum every day. She was a great woman, a mad rebel from Cork'

Marty Morrissey, an RTÉ GAA correspondent, reflects on his childhood in the Bronx, his mother's loss, and his aspirations for a Dancing with the Stars return.
#irish-pubs
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago
Boston food

The Absolute Best Irish Pub In Every State - Tasting Table

Guinness tastes better in Ireland due to temperature, line cleanliness, and proper pouring techniques, but exceptional Irish pubs throughout the U.S. authentically replicate this experience with traditional food, music, and imported Irish elements.
fromPUNCH
2 months ago
Food & drink

Welcome to the Irish Pub-aissance

Irish-led U.S. bars are reinventing the pub by blending authentic Irish traditions with inventive cocktails, ambitious kitchens, and unexpected cultural influences to subvert stereotypes.
Boston food
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Absolute Best Irish Pub In Every State - Tasting Table

Guinness tastes better in Ireland due to temperature, line cleanliness, and proper pouring techniques, but exceptional Irish pubs throughout the U.S. authentically replicate this experience with traditional food, music, and imported Irish elements.
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

The Bay Agenda: Keepers of the Steps Preserving Bay Area Irish Culture

Keepers of the Steps, the living archive and cultural program at the United Irish Cultural Center dedicated to preserving generations of Bay Area Irish dancers, teachers, and families. Through stories, images, and lived experience, we'll reflect on how dance carries lineage, identity, and community forward.
SF music
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

St Patrick's Day parades 2026: How every corner of Ireland turned green

Kinlough in north Co Leitrim was home to Ireland's earliest St Patrick's Day parade which kicked off at midnight. Despite the late hour, huge crowd of local people and many others who traveled from other parts of Co Leitrim turned out for what was the village's first parade, with plans already in place to make it an annual tradition.
London politics
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 weeks ago

How the Yeats Sisters Turned Ireland's Saints Into National Icons

Lily and Lollie Yeats were revolutionary artists who shaped Irish national identity and visual culture at the turn of the 20th century, collaborating with prominent women artists through enterprises like Dun Emer Industries.
Miscellaneous
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Ireland's Pubs Have A Long History As Morgues - Tasting Table

Irish pubs historically served multiple community functions beyond drinking, including grocery stores, hardware shops, and funeral arrangement services, particularly during the Great Hunger when morgue facilities were needed.
Beer
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

13 Haunted Irish Pubs From Around The World - Tasting Table

Irish pubs are reputed to be haunted by spirits and ghosts, with establishments like Kyteler's Inn and Grace Neill's featuring documented paranormal activity and historical tragic events.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I went to Ireland for St. Patrick's Day. I had a great time, but there are 5 things I wish I'd known before my trip.

St. Patrick's Day in Dublin requires advance planning for reservations, early arrival for parade viewing, and consideration of alternative locations due to extreme crowding.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Plan to turn Irish borderlands into Unesco region of literature'

A literary heritage initiative aims to rebrand the Ireland-Northern Ireland border as a Unesco region of literature, creating nine guided routes through 11 counties associated with major writers like Yeats, Beckett, and Heaney.
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 weeks ago

In Remote Western Ireland, Travel Moves at Its Own Pace

You get this feeling when you enter the Burren's limestone landscape. It has an energy, and a history that permeates. A dynamic entrepreneur, MacNamara champions slow food at her Galway restaurant, Ard Bia, and slow fashion through her homespun label, The Tweed Project.
London food
World news
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'I'd rather be sitting here with my glass of wine than back in Ireland in that rain': the Irish ex-pats who feel safe in Dubai

Established Irish business expats in Dubai remain committed to staying despite regional missile threats and mass evacuations.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Edaein O'Connell: Enough of the whispering - he's not my 73-year-old sugar daddy ... he's my actual dad

When the waiter sets the candle on the table between us, I know what's coming next. He gives us the look. I've grown used to it in just a few days here in Spain. It's a look edged with apprehension; there's always a flicker of uncertainty, followed by the decision to leap headfirst into an assumption.
Madrid food
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

10 Irish Desserts Everyone Needs To Try At Least Once - Tasting Table

Irish desserts are, in one word, resourceful. They have to be; in a nation that grappled for centuries with conflict, famine, and outright war, luxurious ingredients were not accessible to most people. Instead, the Irish turned to local ingredients like sea moss, apples, and an impressive array of dairy products to satisfy their cravings for something sweet.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

15 Of The Oldest Pubs In Ireland - Tasting Table

Irish pubs have roots that go back to 10th-century Viking halls. And although we're talking about going so far back in time that precise dates and details can get a little sketchy, we do know there are a few pubs that opened not too long after that and are still in operation.
Food & drink
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from the US to Ireland. I'm so happy with my choice, but there are a few things I wish I'd known before relocating.

Moving to Ireland requires substantial savings due to high living costs, physical presence for job applications, and competitive employment market, particularly in Dublin.
Boston
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

15 Of The Oldest Irish Pubs In The US You Can Still Visit - Tasting Table

Historic Irish pubs in the United States preserve cultural heritage and tradition, with some establishments dating back over a century while maintaining authentic atmospheres and serving as community gathering spaces.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Our young daughter was left part of the family farm and relatives want their share now, but we can't afford to buy them out'

A family farm inheritance creates conflict among beneficiaries with differing priorities regarding selling or retaining the property.
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Screen Grabs: It's all Greek (and Irish and French) to us - 48 hills

This weekend sees the start of the 23rd San Francisco Greek Film Festival, which since 2004 has provided a local showcase for new screen work from the "cradle of Western civilization" still most associated with its contributions to arts and ideas in the ancient world. This latest edition brings together eight fictive features, sixteen documentaries of various length, and nine narrative shorts.
Film
Music
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Declan Lynch: The Greatest Irish Song of All Time is Dearg Doom by Horslips. And the Liveline Seamus Culleton silence continues

The Táin by Horslips was selected as RTE Choice Classic Irish Album for 2026, with endorsements from Will Leahy and John Creedon.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 month ago

I've visited hundreds of hotels - here are six simple ways Irish stays can make guests go 'ooh'

Small, thoughtful details in hotels create more memorable impressions than elaborate amenities or high-end service.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

9 things Irish-American families did every Sunday in the 1970s and 80s that cost nothing and built the kind of loyalty that modern family life struggles to replicate - Silicon Canals

Regular shared family rituals and community gatherings create lasting bonds and accountability that modern scattered schedules struggle to replicate.
Podcast
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Money Talks: Heir Hunting - Maeve Mullin of Finders International Ireland on her unique and rewarding career

Professional heir hunters trace deceased persons' lineages to locate beneficiaries entitled to unclaimed estates, combining genealogy expertise with investigative work.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Life on Moore Street: 'We're blessed with the best characters that Dublin has ever seen'

One of Caroline Alwright's earliest memories is sitting in a box of bananas, watching and listening to her granny and mother selling fresh fruit and vegetables on Moore Street. Alwright, who is 68, is the fourth generation of women in her family to work on the busy market street.
London politics
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

The Irish Do It Best

The Irish government will give 2,000 artists unrestricted weekly stipends in a program officials described as a "recognition, at government level, of the important role of the arts in Irish society." After a successful three-year pilot, the Irish government made its basic income program for artists permanent. Similar pilots have been launched here in the United States, but they're supported primarily by the nonprofit sector.
Arts
Real estate
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Alterations to Sinead O'Connor's former Bray home get the green light

Permission granted for extensions, façade changes, and a commemorative plaque at seafront Victorian property Montebello sold for €1.295m.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

David W Higgins: Morgan McSweeney's legacy is starting an open and honest conversation about immigration

Macroom hosts international protection applicants in former hotels; Riverside Park Hotel plans expansion while Penns Hotel was decommissioned in late 2025 amid local service-stretch concerns.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Risk of carrying the 'Celtic curse' gene varies across Ireland, new study finds

Targeting genetic screening for the condition to priority areas could help identify at-risk individuals earlier and avoid future health complications, experts say. Haemochromatosis symptoms can evolve over decades as high iron levels in the body cause damage to organs. Early diagnosis and treatment - such as regular blood donation to reduce iron levels - is key to prevent liver damage, liver cancer and arthritis.
Public health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

The Eddie O'Sullivan interview: 'If I had it back, I would have stopped to smell the roses'

It is 18 years since his era as Ireland head coach ended. He paved the way for future success but his final years in charge came with a cost and a few regrets
US news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Liam Collins: My lifetime collection of 'stuff' might look like junk - but every piece has meaning

When you reach a certain age, one of the things you notice at the turn of the year is the "stuff" you have accumulated. Old newspapers, documents and books jostle with the detritus of life, from pieces of dead coral from Barbados to an old label that never made it onto a bottle of Guinness. I have spent the last decade preaching to my adult children, telling them to stop buying things.
Mindfulness
#traditional-irish-music
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Donal Fallon: Irish nightclubs are an endangered species, but they can still be saved from extinction

Places to socialise are a key part of the culture in our towns and cities
Berlin music
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

The Indo Daily: 'Nazi Tinder' - The single, lonely Irish users looking to 'breed white'

The right-wing dating site Whitedate.net, dubbed 'Nazi Tinder', has dozens of members from across Ireland. Only one of those on the site mention love as a motivation, but many mentioned the need to "breed" for the "white race". The site's thousands of profiles were leaked online after a hack, Whitedate's owner says, "there will be repercussions". Some of its 48 users on the island of Ireland, including a 56-year-old woman from Moy and multiple men from Belfast, Derry, and Bangor.
Right-wing politics
Writing
fromOpen Culture
2 months ago

Hear James Joyce Reads From Ulysses and Finnegans Wake In His Only Two Recordings (1924/1929)

Ulysses examines Dublin and language, portraying words as two-faced with immediate meaning and historical, mythic resonances within journalism and rhetorical performance.
Digital life
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'My phone is like an extra limb' - Irish people on the real amount of time they spend scrolling

Most people admit smartphone addiction, causing both benefits and harms and driving distracted 'second‑screen' viewing that forces streaming storytellers to reinforce key plot points.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I saw the warning signs' - 'Donald dash' hots up as growing number of wealthy Americans race to get Irish visas and passports

There has been a significant increase in wealthy Americans moving to Ireland to escape life under Donald Trump, new figures from the Department of Justice reveal. The number of US citizens granted permission to live here on temporary Stamp O visas has jumped by almost 90pc in only a couple of years. The visas were granted to 387 US citizens last year, nearly double the 204 who were granted Stamp O visas in 2022.
Miscellaneous
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The pub that changed me: It was close. It served Guinness. And it had (just about) functioning toilets'

The Park Tavern served as DisOrient FC's convenient, convivial post-match pub despite modest qualities, becoming a social hub of humour, analysis, and eventual improvement.
London music
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Cork band Cardinals on faith, family and the scars of British violence: 'It's shocking to think that could have gone on in your city'

Cork rock band Cardinals, led by brothers Euan and Finn Manning, prepared to release their debut album and recalled a Churchill-related gig anecdote.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'It's wonderful they're alive' - Irish grandmother tells of pride after miraculous Australian sea rescue of daughter and grandchildren

A 13-year-old swam for four hours to get help after his family were swept out at sea, saving his mother and two siblings.
Public health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'My sibling got the family home for free - now they expect us to split the bill for Mum and Dad's nursing home care'

A family home transferred within five years may be treated as an assessable asset under the Fair Deal scheme and could affect nursing home costs.
#dublin
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Morgan McSweeney was the only Irishman to buy into the Mandelson myth - and he has paid the price

A 2000 dinner at Iveagh House between Irish and British ministers erupted into a heated dispute between Brian Cowen and Peter Mandelson.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A whole lost culture': the Irishman reviving the forgotten sport of stone lifting

Ancient Irish stone-lifting traditions have been revived through locating historic lifting boulders, combining feats of strength with folklore, community rituals, and cultural preservation.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Dublin's St. Patrick's Day Festival 2026

Food and Drink - An International Food Court! An expanded Irish menu will feature corned beef sliders; Irish bangers and mash; Guinness-marinated tri-tip on Irish soda bread; boxty; and, of course, fish and chips! Traditional festival favorites like kettle corn and corn dogs, along with international choices, such as teriyaki chicken and beef kabobs, will also be served. Shopping - Over 250 Booths! The Irish Marketplace will feature unique Celtic artwork, Irish tartans, hand knit wool sweaters, shawls, beautiful Celtic jewelry, and more!
Food & drink
#immigration
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ruaidhri O'Connor: IRFU should be plotting Ronan O'Gara's return to Irish rugby - and Leinster could be the perfect entry point

It's time to start planning for the return of Ronan O'Gara to Irish rugby. The Munster and Ireland legend has so far conducted his glittering, 13-year coaching career offshore, with stints as an assistant at Racing 92 and the Crusaders before stepping up to the top job in La Rochelle.
Miscellaneous
Film
fromIndependent
2 months ago

A golden year for Irish page to screen adaptations: Eight gems to watch out for in 2026

Irish literary adaptations are achieving growing success on film and television, with eight notable projects slated for 2026 following a bumper 2025.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Lucinda O'Sullivan's restaurant review: Returning to the street where the family first started out in 1990, this Pakistani chain is abuzz with flavour

My better half was quite used to me waking up on a Sunday morning and saying, "I think we'll go to Cork today, or London." Indeed, on one occasion it was France, as the BBC weather forecast informed me that it was "calm down around the Lizard", and so would be a perfectly calm sailing from Rosslare to Cherbourg. Ringing Irish Ferries to make a booking, the somewhat startled chap had said "Do you realise, missus, it's now 11am and the boat sails at 4pm?"
Food & drink
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I was shocked' - Eddie O'Sullivan questions Andy Farrell's post-match comments on Ireland's lack of intent

Eddie O'Sullivan says he was "shocked" by some of Andy Farrell's post-match comments, when he bemoaned his Ireland side's "lack of intent" in the 36-14 defeat to France in the opening game of the 2026 Six Nations.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: Stick to praising Paul Mescal, Jessie - it's better than pontificating on politics

Buckley's tribute to her Hamnet co-star at the Critics' Choice awards was better than the preaching we often hear The identity of Jessie Buckley's husband is wrapped in more mystery than the whereabouts of the Ark of the Covenant, or why anyone watches Mrs Brown's Boys. It is known that his name is Freddie, that he is British (which is not his fault) and he works in mental health. His surname and age have never been revealed.
Film
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