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Category Archives: Ireland
JFK planned private family vacation to Ireland
The late American President John F Kennedy had planned a private family vacation in Ireland to visit his ancestral homestead in Dunganstown, County Wexford. Continue reading
Dublin Web Summit wows visitors
2013’s Dublin Web Summit was the fourth instalment of the event which has now become regarded as among Europe’s leading technology conferences. Continue reading
Halloween Traditions in Ireland
Halloween is said to have originated in Ireland, so with this spooky time approaching, we thought we would share a few of our favourite traditions and customs, some of which are still practised, before the celebrations on 31st October begin.
Population of the ‘Pine Marten’ in Ireland Increasing
According to recent reports from Ryan Institute’s Mammal Ecology Group in NUI Galway, the population of one of Ireland’s hardest to catch mammals, has increased. The population of the ‘pine marten’ has returned to a ‘healthy’ number thanks to tests which … Continue reading
Will the Next James Bond be Filmed in Ireland?
Rumours are circulating that the next James Bond film could be shot in Ireland. The first time that the franchise would have filmed here, rumours started when producer Barbara Broccoli and writer John Logan attended an event hosted by the … Continue reading
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Tagged Film Ireland, Filming in Ireland, Ireland, James Bond in Ireland
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Famous ‘High Nelly’ Bicycle belonging to Michael Collins is discovered!
The original “high nelly” bicycle used by Michael Collins has been discovered and will along with other high nellys tour Ireland as part of an exhibition.
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Tagged Clonakilty, cork, Ireland, Michael Collins
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Surfing Dolphin in Ireland Photo Wins Top Prize
An image of a dolphin surfing in the waves that was taken by Clare based photographer, George Karbus has won the top prize in the British Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
First World Mini Games to take place in Cork
The inaugural World Mini Games is all set to take place from Friday 23rd August in Cork as part of the Irish Gathering 2013 and in association with SpóirtFest, a not for profit organisation in Ireland that aims to promote … Continue reading
Ireland’s Friendly Soccer Game against Wales ends 0-0
Last night the Republic of Ireland soccer team began the football season with a 0-0 over our close neighbors, Wales. Critics felt both teams played poorly, with Ireland unable to break through a weak Wales side.
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Tagged Ireland, Ireland soccer, Ireland v Wales
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The Irish Sky to be lit up by Meteor Shower
Astronomers and Star gazers are in for a real treat tonight as a Persieds Meteor shower crosses earth’s atmosphere, lighting up our skies with a natural firework display!
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Tagged Ireland, meteor showers over Ireland, Shooting Stars in Ireland
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