Irish climber Noel Hanna, known for scaling some of the world’s most challenging mountains, recently lost his life while ascending the treacherous 8,091m-Mt Annapurna in west Nepal. He was climbing with a group of 18 climbers, including Arjun Vajpai, who found Hanna dead in his tent after suffering from “excessive exhaustion”, without oxygen backup. Although … Read more
Irish boxing community mourns the loss of talented boxer Oran Gethins, who passed away in a tragic car accident in Co Leitrim on Saturday. Born in Dromhair, Co Leitrim, Oran was living in Woodland Ballytivan, Co Sligo at the time of his passing. He was only 23 when the accident occurred near his home. Oran … Read more
In recent years, the tensions between the United States and China have been escalating, leaving many countries in a difficult position in choosing sides. The European Union (EU) is one such entity caught in the middle of this conflict, and now Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin has warned that the bloc must have a united … Read more
The first meeting of Ireland’s Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs was held in Dublin recently, with participants hearing from a range of speakers including Dublin GAA player Philly McMahon. McMahon spoke about the impact of his brother’s heroin addiction and criticized Ireland’s current approach to drug use, saying that Irish society needs to move away from … Read more
Long Covid, a condition in which individuals experience persistent symptoms of COVID-19 long after their initial diagnosis, has affected millions across the globe. For some, these symptoms have been life-altering, causing them to spend the majority of their days in bed due to extreme fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and other debilitating physical symptoms. Despite the growing … Read more
April 13, 2023 The president of the United States, Joe Biden, continues his visit to the island of Ireland: this Thursday, in Dublin, he met with the President and Prime Minister of the country, and gave a speech before Parliament. Biden, who also visited Northern Ireland this week, is in the region to celebrate the … Read more
Leinster rugby stars James Ryan and Josh van der Flier have signed contract extensions with the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). The dynamic duo, both crucial members of Leinster’s dominant squad, have committed their futures to the IRFU until 2023. This news will come as a huge relief to Leinster fans who would have been … Read more
Ireland lock Iain Henderson is facing a big decision as he has received an offer to play in Japan. The 29-year-old has been a key player for Ulster and Ireland in recent years, and his potential departure would be a significant blow for both teams. Henderson is known for his physicality, leadership and work rate … Read more
The Late Late Show has been a beloved staple of Irish television since its inception over five decades ago. Hosted by the legendary Gay Byrne for over 35 years, the show has welcomed some of the biggest names in music, entertainment, and politics. Since Byrne’s retirement in 1999, a number of high-profile presenters have taken … Read more
Saint Patrick is one of the most famous figures in history, known for bringing Christianity to Ireland and driving out snakes. But how much do you really know about the places linked to this iconic saint? From the rolling hills of County Down to the bustling streets of Dublin, Saint Patrick left his mark on … Read more