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fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
MMA

Conor McGregor shares video from Garden of Remembrance as Dublin anti-immigration protest and counter-protest take place

Conor McGregor urges calm during protests, highlighting the importance of peaceful discourse and commemorating Ireland's history.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
UK news

The story of Michael Manning and how his murder of a nurse in her 60s led to him being the last person to be hanged in Ireland

Micheal Manning was the last person executed in the Republic of Ireland, executed on April 20, 1954.
#wrongful-conviction
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 2 - The Sleeping Judge

Osgur Breatnach's wrongful accusation in the Sallins train robbery led to lasting personal trauma.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 1: Banged up in the Bridewell - The Sallins train robbery scandal

The Sallins robbery remains a controversial case highlighting issues of justice in Ireland.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 2 - The Sleeping Judge

Osgur Breatnach's wrongful accusation in the Sallins train robbery led to lasting personal trauma.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 1: Banged up in the Bridewell - The Sallins train robbery scandal

The Sallins robbery remains a controversial case highlighting issues of justice in Ireland.
more#wrongful-conviction
#cultural-heritage
Beer
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's View: On St Patrick's Day, we celebrate the best of us - all of us

St. Patrick's Day is a unifying celebration, shaped by history and immigrant influence, celebrated globally with inclusivity.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago
Arts

Lismore Castle's art gallery celebrates 20th anniversary with an exhibition dedicated to the kunstkammer

Lismore Castle merges art, history, and nature, celebrated as a cabinet of curiosities with a contemporary exhibition theme.
The 20th anniversary of Lismore Castle Arts coincides with a unique exhibition on kunstkammer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Books

Millennium-old monks' manuscripts return to Ireland for exhibition

Irish monks transported manuscripts to preserve knowledge from Vikings, and now, those texts are returning to Ireland for a significant exhibition.
fromOpen Culture
7 months ago
Writing

The Medieval Masterpiece, the Book of Kells, Is Now Digitized and Available Online

The Book of Kells is Ireland's premiere cultural treasure, notable for its exceptional artwork and massive appeal, drawing nearly a million visitors each year.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
London

Illegally smuggled' cannon at Tower of London subject of dispute with Ireland

The cannon, smuggled from Irish waters, sparked a long dispute over its return to Ireland.
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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's View: On St Patrick's Day, we celebrate the best of us - all of us

St. Patrick's Day is a unifying celebration, shaped by history and immigrant influence, celebrated globally with inclusivity.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago
Arts

Lismore Castle's art gallery celebrates 20th anniversary with an exhibition dedicated to the kunstkammer

Lismore Castle merges art, history, and nature, celebrated as a cabinet of curiosities with a contemporary exhibition theme.
The 20th anniversary of Lismore Castle Arts coincides with a unique exhibition on kunstkammer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Books

Millennium-old monks' manuscripts return to Ireland for exhibition

Irish monks transported manuscripts to preserve knowledge from Vikings, and now, those texts are returning to Ireland for a significant exhibition.
fromOpen Culture
7 months ago
Writing

The Medieval Masterpiece, the Book of Kells, Is Now Digitized and Available Online

The Book of Kells is Ireland's premiere cultural treasure, notable for its exceptional artwork and massive appeal, drawing nearly a million visitors each year.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
London

Illegally smuggled' cannon at Tower of London subject of dispute with Ireland

The cannon, smuggled from Irish waters, sparked a long dispute over its return to Ireland.
more#cultural-heritage
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
London politics

The Indo Daily - 'War of the Comans': The bitter family feud over multi-million Dublin drinks empire

The Coman family's success in the pub trade led to infighting and a dramatic legal battle among its members.
#st-patricks-day
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fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

The best places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the D.C. area

St. Patrick's Day celebrations include music, dancing, and cultural events all weekend long.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Beer

How St. Patrick's Day celebrations originally featured the color blue

St. Patrick's Day originated as a solemn feast day featuring the color blue, rather than green, which characterizes modern celebrations.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

The best places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the D.C. area

St. Patrick's Day celebrations include music, dancing, and cultural events all weekend long.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Beer

How St. Patrick's Day celebrations originally featured the color blue

St. Patrick's Day originated as a solemn feast day featuring the color blue, rather than green, which characterizes modern celebrations.
more#st-patricks-day
#dublin
Cocktails
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Irish immigrants took the speakeasy to America, we gave them the idea of drinking in secret'

The Blind Pig is a Dublin speakeasy, reflecting a historical connection to Irish immigrants, with unique access through a secret bookcase.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Give up yer aul sins in the tiny Confession Box pub where rebels loved to congregate

The Confession Box pub in Dublin is rich in history and offers a unique experience showcased by its Guinness and welcoming atmosphere.
Cocktails
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Irish immigrants took the speakeasy to America, we gave them the idea of drinking in secret'

The Blind Pig is a Dublin speakeasy, reflecting a historical connection to Irish immigrants, with unique access through a secret bookcase.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Give up yer aul sins in the tiny Confession Box pub where rebels loved to congregate

The Confession Box pub in Dublin is rich in history and offers a unique experience showcased by its Guinness and welcoming atmosphere.
more#dublin
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Mary Lou McDonald criticised for tribute to convicted IRA killer Brendan 'Bik' McFarlane after his death aged 74

Brendan "Bik" McFarlane remembered as a committed patriot for Irish freedom and unity.
History
fromMedievalists.net
3 months ago

New Medieval Books: The Dublin Annals of Prior John de Pembridge OP and his Dominican continuator - Medievalists.net

The Dublin annals by John de Pembridge provide crucial insights into medieval Irish history, especially regarding the period from 1162 to 1370.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Republic photos of Ireland: in pictures

The North Galway hunt has historical roots and continues under local management.
Ireland faces a significant housing crisis with many ghost estates due to the recession.
John Snee's experiences highlight the complexities of conflict.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Cillian Murphy and wife Yvonne McGuinness buy Dingle's historic Phoenix cinema

Cillian Murphy and Yvonne McGuinness buy The Phoenix cinema to preserve its cultural significance in Dingle.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
New York City

Simon Harris to skip Enniskillen visit on advice from Government officials

Mr Harris's absence from the Remembrance Day event marks a significant break from tradition, attributed to the lack of Northern Ireland Executive representation.
#journalism
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago
New York City

'There will never be another Nell McCafferty' - Mourners at funeral of renowned journalist applaud her life and legacy

The community commemorated a journalist's contribution to women's rights and coverage of Bloody Sunday, highlighting her lasting impact.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Taoiseach leads tributes following death of former RTE broadcaster David Davin-Power, aged 72

David Davin-Power was a renowned journalist whose career spanned critical moments in Irish history, including the peace process and political coverage.
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago
New York City

'There will never be another Nell McCafferty' - Mourners at funeral of renowned journalist applaud her life and legacy

The community commemorated a journalist's contribution to women's rights and coverage of Bloody Sunday, highlighting her lasting impact.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Taoiseach leads tributes following death of former RTE broadcaster David Davin-Power, aged 72

David Davin-Power was a renowned journalist whose career spanned critical moments in Irish history, including the peace process and political coverage.
more#journalism
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
New York City

President Michael D Higgins pardons two men of murder 140 years on from their executions

President Higgins granted pardons to Sylvester Poff and James Barrett, acknowledging their wrongful executions and offering closure to their descendants after 142 years.
fromIndependent
7 months ago
OMG science

Patrick Lawlor: As Ireland reckons with latest horrors of abuse, courage of GPs Paddy and Mary Randles should be recognised by the State

Dr. Paddy Randles was a compassionate doctor who fought against corporal punishment in Irish schools.
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago
NYC real estate

Modelling agent to the stars gave her period Sandycove home a makeover

Eileen O'Sullivan's style sense transformed not just her life but also the careers of various fashion icons, culminating in her significant renovation of Raven Lodge.
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago
NYC real estate

New chapter beckons for childhood home of award-winning author as it comes to market for 410,000

Roy Foster reflects on his nostalgic childhood experiences growing up in a distinctive Waterford bungalow, highlighting the importance of familial and architectural connections.
fromIndependent
8 months ago
UK politics

'We have the skills and we have the ability' - Investigator hopeful new dig will help find remains of British army captain Robert Nairac

Efforts are underway to search for the remains of murdered British army captain Robert Nairac, with hopes for recovery within weeks.
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