#irish-language
#irish-language

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing financial overpayments and evaluating the impact of AI on education.

Higher education

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing overpayments and improving Irish language education and school transport logistics.

Miscellaneous

'I just felt so much shame about being raised in the Irish language' - The How to Gael podcasters on helping a generation discover a gra for Gaeilge

The trio behind Ireland's top bilingual podcast emphasizes the importance of language and community in their discussions.

Miscellaneous

Naoise Dolan: More support and less plamas for the Irish language will help it to flourish

The Irish language is gaining popularity, but support for it is lacking.

Education

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: How viral video of Ukrainian boy speaking as Gaeilge can teach us so much about our language

Gaelscoileanna are oversubscribed, indicating a government failure to provide sufficient Irish-language education access.

Children like Misha Yerhidze, despite challenges, thrive in Irish immersion education.

Higher education

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing financial overpayments and evaluating the impact of AI on education.

Higher education

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing overpayments and improving Irish language education and school transport logistics.

Miscellaneous

'I just felt so much shame about being raised in the Irish language' - The How to Gael podcasters on helping a generation discover a gra for Gaeilge

The trio behind Ireland's top bilingual podcast emphasizes the importance of language and community in their discussions.

Miscellaneous

Naoise Dolan: More support and less plamas for the Irish language will help it to flourish

The Irish language is gaining popularity, but support for it is lacking.

How Kneecap turned the world to Irish

Kneecap has significantly increased interest in the Irish language globally.

Fans worldwide are inspired to learn Gaeilge by the music of Kneecap.

Film

DJ Provai says 'acting's really easy' as he hails Kneecap Oscars nod as 'massive for the Irish language community'

Kneecap and other Irish films demonstrate significant recognition for Irish language cinema and showcase a revival of minority languages and cultures.

UK news

'Myself and my friends are all saying we wish we still had it in us' - comedian Michael Fry on why learning Irish is as important as ever

There's a cultural revival of the Irish language ongoing, with many returning to learn it after years of disconnection.

Miscellaneous

How Kneecap turned the world to Irish

Kneecap has significantly increased interest in the Irish language globally.

Fans worldwide are inspired to learn Gaeilge by the music of Kneecap.

Film

DJ Provai says 'acting's really easy' as he hails Kneecap Oscars nod as 'massive for the Irish language community'

Kneecap and other Irish films demonstrate significant recognition for Irish language cinema and showcase a revival of minority languages and cultures.

UK news

'Myself and my friends are all saying we wish we still had it in us' - comedian Michael Fry on why learning Irish is as important as ever

There's a cultural revival of the Irish language ongoing, with many returning to learn it after years of disconnection.

more#cultural-revival

UK news

Caitriona Ni Chualain: 'I've been refused planning to build in Connemara. Irish speakers are forced to move elsewhere'

Prioritize experiences over material possessions for a fulfilling life.

The housing crisis significantly impacts locals' ability to stay in their communities.

Miscellaneous

Joseph O'Connor: The Irish women who risked everything to resist the Nazis on the Roman Escape Line

Historic use of the Irish language in artwork seen in Rome honors the significance of women, embodied by Saint Brigid.

Miscellaneous

'I just felt so much shame about being raised in the Irish language' - The How to Gael podcasters on helping a generation discover a gra for Gaeilge

Louise Cantillon and team highlight the significance of bilingualism and rural experiences through their popular podcast.

#kneecap

Film

Oscars 2025: 'Kneecap' shortlisted for two Academy Awards along with brace of other Irish movies

Irish film Kneecap shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards, marking a significant achievement for Irish-language cinema.

fromPolygon

Video games

The best music biopic of the year is now on Netflix and has all the energy of a real concert film

Kneecap is a unique Irish-language hip-hop biopic showcasing real musicians' origins and electric performances, avoiding typical music biopic sentimentality.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Kneecap: UK government acted illegally in withholding funding from Irish rap trio

Kneecap's victory against the funding refusal highlights issues of artistic expression and political bias in Northern Ireland.

8 months ago

Music

Kneecap review Irish-language hip-hop trio in fiercely riotous Belfast romp

Kneecap revolutionizes hip-hop by promoting Irish culture and confronting political norms while navigating complex societal relationships.

Film

Oscars 2025: 'Kneecap' shortlisted for two Academy Awards along with brace of other Irish movies

Irish film Kneecap shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards, marking a significant achievement for Irish-language cinema.

fromPolygon

Video games

The best music biopic of the year is now on Netflix and has all the energy of a real concert film

Kneecap is a unique Irish-language hip-hop biopic showcasing real musicians' origins and electric performances, avoiding typical music biopic sentimentality.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Kneecap: UK government acted illegally in withholding funding from Irish rap trio

Kneecap's victory against the funding refusal highlights issues of artistic expression and political bias in Northern Ireland.

8 months ago

Music

Kneecap review Irish-language hip-hop trio in fiercely riotous Belfast romp

Kneecap revolutionizes hip-hop by promoting Irish culture and confronting political norms while navigating complex societal relationships.

more#kneecap

New York City

Sinn Fein's Aengus O Snodaigh enters race for ceann comhairle role, with three others declaring run to chair next Dail

The election for chair of the Dáil emphasizes individual merit over party strength, highlighting the importance of fluency in Irish for candidates.

Miscellaneous

Wild landscapes, dark comedy and the Irish language: the rise of Gaelic noir'

Cra is the first Irish language drama to air in prime-time on BBC Northern Ireland, marking a significant step for Gaelic noir.

7 months ago

Boston Red Sox

Hector O hEochagain: 'How can you open the door and walk in and find your mother has died?'

The Irish language is experiencing a renaissance, gaining popularity through media and film.