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If you’re searching for a unique baby name like no other, look no further than this list of epic baby…

Arkle is considered one of the greatest steeplechasers ever and one of the most famous horses in Irish history. Arkle…

The Blarney Stone is one of the top landmarks in Ireland, but is it worth all the hype? The famous…

Shergar was the most celebrated Irish sports star. He also happened to be a horse. Shergar was a horse considered…

An American student visiting Ireland unintentionally made a startling discovery as she recovered a genuine 12th-century Irish brooch from a…

Irish dancing is a central part of Irish culture and heritage, but what do you know about the shoe? Here…

It’s no secret that Ireland was a very different place under British rule. Here are some of the worst laws…

The 1912 sinking of the RMS Titanic remains one of the biggest losses of life at sea. However, along with…

While Ireland has a long and storied history in horse racing, the Irish contribution to the other type of racing…

From steeplechasers to flat racers, the Irish have bred, raced, and owned some of the greatest horses in the sport…

Do you consider yourself to be a decent, law-abiding citizen? Let’s see how you would have fared in Ireland 100…

Do you know the backstory of this iconic Irish phrase? If you have seen Kilkenny play a hurling match, you…

Many things came from Belfast apart from the Titanic, and here are some of the most surprising of them all.…

From the cost of living to nationwide infrastructure, here are some old truths about Ireland which are now untrue in…

There is no doubt that Ireland is an ever-changing country, but these things which were typical in the 80s will…

People often mix up shamrocks and four-leaf clovers, so let’s delve into the differences between the two once and for…

A village in West Cork has set a unique record for the most people named Michael Collins in one place.…

Do you enjoy a delicious Irish coffee after a meal, at Christmastime, or just generally whenever you get a notion…