The Latest Breaking News from Ireland

St. Patrick’s Day: Seven things you didn't know about the patron saint of Ireland

There’s more to this holiday than just an excuse to drink pints of Guinness...

Euronews · Mar 17, 2025

The look of the Irish: a ‘green wave’ takes over pop culture and fashion

From the buzz around the ‘Craic Pack’ to Irish style influence, interest in the country’s culture is busting cliches

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2025

St Patrick’s Day celebrations start at dawn in city with ‘most authentic’ link

Ireland’s nation saints’ day is set to be celebrated across the world but an Armagh city guides says they have the strongest claim to him.

Evening Standard · Mar 17, 2025

The one big question facing each Six Nations side after captivating championship

France were worthy winners and England emerged as title contenders – but Scotland and Wales face more significant scrutiny

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2025

Michelle O’Neill Washington boycott was a big mistake – Taoiseach

Micheal Martin said the Sinn Fein decision was ‘not in the best interests of the people of Northern Ireland’.

Evening Standard · Mar 16, 2025

‘Castlemen’ suited up as historical Fort Guard to be restored to full strength

The Hillsborough Fort Guard carries out ceremonial duties at Hillsborough Castle, the royal residence in Northern Ireland.

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2025

Stories of Ireland by Brian Friel review – a solid gold treat

Originally published in 1979, this tremendous set of stories by the great Irish playwright is full of country folk looking to make their mark

The Guardian - UK · Mar 16, 2025

Trump loves the Irish: Um, great news!

Ireland's leader survives painful St. Paddy's visit; was not asked to perform Lucky Charms leprechaun jig

Salon · Mar 16, 2025

7 best Irish shows to binge ahead of St. Patrick's Day

Get in the Irish spirit with these TV shows imported straight from the Emerald Isle, including Derry Girls, The Fall and Bad Sisters

Tom’s Guide · Mar 16, 2025

Records abound as France dismiss Scotland to claim 2025 Six Nations crown

Pyrotechnics did for Ireland in Dublin last Saturday and the prosaic intermingled with a little panache was enough for France to notch up several records in dispatching Scotland on Saturday night to secure a seventh Six nations title.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 16, 2025