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Dublin’s Spire is 10 Years Old

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Love it or loathe it, the Spire on O’Connell Street in Dublin City Centre has been a prominent feature of the capitals skyline for 10 years!

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Historic Third Oscar Win for Daniel Day-Lewis

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Making Oscar history, Wicklow based actor Daniel Day-Lewis, scooped Best Actor Oscar for his role as Abraham Lincoln at last night’s star studded ceremony.

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Historic Cycling wins for Ireland

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s Martyn Irvine scooped the World Championship track title in a fantastic fashion at the velodrome in Minsk, Belarus. Making him only the second ever Irish man in history to win a World Championship Track Title!

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World Famous Landmarks GO GREEN for St Patrick’s Day 2013

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

In just over a month some of the world’s most famous landmarks will go green to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.

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International Award Recognition for Dublin Animation Studios

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

This weekend the best in TV, Film and Music was celebrated across the globe, with the Grammys take place in Los Angeles, the BAFTAs in London and the International Emmy Awards for Kids taking place in New York.

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Jameson Dublin International Film Festival

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Established some 10 years ago in 2003, The Jameson Dublin International Film Festival will be taking place from 14th – 24th February in the vibrant capital, presenting over 140 films from all over the globe to an Irish Audience.

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The Who and Fleetwood Mac to perform in Ireland

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Exciting news as both The Who and Fleetwood Mac have recently announced tour dates in Ireland. The Who will play Dublin on June 8th at the 02, Dublin. The legendary rock band will be performing their famous 1973 double album ‘Quadrophenia’. The band have … Continue reading →

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Free Travel for Kids on Dublin’s Luas

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Luas, the state of the art light rail transit system in Dublin that provides an easy and fast way to travel around the capital has announced that kids can travel free of charge at weekend during February – April … Continue reading →

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Butlers Chocolate Experience – Dublin, Ireland

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s very own Chocolate factory has just recently opened. The Butler’s Chocolate Experience is sure to please any chocoholic! Discover the progress of Butlers from 1932 to 2013 through the vast artefacts and memorabilia before learning about the all important … Continue reading →

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Dublin’s National Gallery to be Upgraded

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The National Gallery in Dublin is to get an upgraded estimated to be worth €20 million.

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