A British court throws out a terror-related charge against a member of the Irish rap group Kneecap
Read full article: A British court throws out a terror-related charge against a member of the Irish rap group KneecapA London court has thrown out a terror-related charge against a member of the Irish rap group Kneecap.
Hungary bans Irish rap group Kneecap from entering ahead of festival performance
Read full article: Hungary bans Irish rap group Kneecap from entering ahead of festival performanceMembers of the Irish-language rap group Kneecap have been banned from entering Hungary ahead of their scheduled performance at the popular Sziget Festival.
Hailey Van Lith scores 26 points to lead TCU to 1st Elite Eight with 71-62 win over Notre Dame
Read full article: Hailey Van Lith scores 26 points to lead TCU to 1st Elite Eight with 71-62 win over Notre DameHailey Van Lith scored 12 of her 26 points in the fourth quarter to help second-seeded TCU beat No. 3 seed Notre Dame 71-62 in the Sweet 16 of the women’s NCAA Tournament.
St. Patrick's Day parade celebrates Boston heritage in America’s most Irish big city
Read full article: St. Patrick's Day parade celebrates Boston heritage in America’s most Irish big cityThrongs of green-clad revelers have filled the streets of America’s most Irish big city for the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade.
Culhane’s Irish Pub offers more than St. Pat’s Day Parties
Read full article: Culhane’s Irish Pub offers more than St. Pat’s Day PartiesIrish pubs are renowned worldwide for their warm hospitality, rich history, and vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're in the heart of Dublin or a small town in the countryside, stepping into an Irish pub is like stepping into a world of tradition and camaraderie. Culhane's Irish Pub, in particular, stands out with its long history and deep connections to Jacksonville. Culhane's Irish Pub is owned and operated by five sisters who take great pride in how the restaurant has evolved over time. Their dedication has earned the pub a reputation that extends beyond being just a party spot for St. Patrick's Day. The sisters have successfully created a space that celebrates Irish culture while also embracing the local community.
Sinn Féin leaders won't attend St. Patrick's event at White House to protest US stance on Gaza
Read full article: Sinn Féin leaders won't attend St. Patrick's event at White House to protest US stance on GazaSinn Féin’s leaders say they will not attend a traditional St. Patrick’s Day event next month at the White House as a protest against President Donald Trump’s stance on the Gaza Peninsula.
Notre Dame moves up to No. 1 in AP poll for first time since 2019 after UCLA suffers 1st loss
Read full article: Notre Dame moves up to No. 1 in AP poll for first time since 2019 after UCLA suffers 1st lossNotre Dame is No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll for the first time since 2019.
Ryanair calls for alcoholic drink limit at EU airports amid legal action against unruly passenger
Read full article: Ryanair calls for alcoholic drink limit at EU airports amid legal action against unruly passengerRyanair is calling on European authorities to limit the sale of alcoholic beverages at airports across the continent, as the Irish airline continues legal action against a passenger who it says caused a costly flight diversion last year.
Irish OL Anthonie Knapp won't play in CFP championship game; Buckeyes CB Denzel Burke good to go
Read full article: Irish OL Anthonie Knapp won't play in CFP championship game; Buckeyes CB Denzel Burke good to goNotre Dame’s Anthonie Knapp has been ruled out of the College Football Playoff championship game against Ohio State with an ankle injury.
How a loss to Northern Illinois set the table for Notre Dame's run to the CFP title game
Read full article: How a loss to Northern Illinois set the table for Notre Dame's run to the CFP title gameThe toughest game Notre Dame will play this season is Jan. 20, the College Football Playoff national championship game against Ohio State.
No. 5 Notre Dame punches CFP ticket with 2 late interception return TDs to beat USC 49-35
Read full article: No. 5 Notre Dame punches CFP ticket with 2 late interception return TDs to beat USC 49-35No. 5 Notre Dame punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff with a 49-35 victory over Southern California for its 10th consecutive win.
Who's No. 1? No. 2 UConn, No. 5 UCLA and No. 6 Notre Dame all have chance at top spot in AP poll
Read full article: Who's No. 1? No. 2 UConn, No. 5 UCLA and No. 6 Notre Dame all have chance at top spot in AP pollA wild weekend in Los Angeles set up for a new No. 1 in The Associated Press women’s basketball poll when it’s released Monday.
Irish sisters christen US warship bearing name of their brother, who was lauded for heroism
Read full article: Irish sisters christen US warship bearing name of their brother, who was lauded for heroismThree sisters of an Irish-born recipient of the Navy Cross have christened a U.S. Navy warship bearing his name — and have secured a promise that the ship will visit Ireland.
Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says he's quitting for personal and political reasons
Read full article: Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says he's quitting for personal and political reasonsIrish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, who made history as his country’s first gay and first biracial leader, says he'll step down within weeks once a successor is chosen.
Biden campaign has amassed $155M in cash on hand for 2024 campaign and raised $53M last month
Read full article: Biden campaign has amassed $155M in cash on hand for 2024 campaign and raised $53M last monthPresident Joe Biden’s campaign has amassed $155 million in cash on hand for the 2024 election, far exceeding the in-hand total for his Republican opponent, Donald Trump.
These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
Read full article: These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrationsA tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
Savannah plans a supersized 200th anniversary celebration of its beloved St. Patrick's Day parade
Read full article: Savannah plans a supersized 200th anniversary celebration of its beloved St. Patrick's Day paradeSavannah, Georgia's oldest city, is planning a supersized celebration as it marks the 200th anniversary of its beloved St. Patrick's Day parade.
Hidalgo helps No. 14 Notre Dame edge No. 10 NC State for ACC Tournament title
Read full article: Hidalgo helps No. 14 Notre Dame edge No. 10 NC State for ACC Tournament titleStar freshman Hannah Hidalgo had 22 points as No. 14 Notre Dame held off No. 10 North Carolina State 55-51 in Sunday’s championship game at the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament.
Irish and UK leaders are in Belfast to celebrate the end of Northern Ireland's political deadlock
Read full article: Irish and UK leaders are in Belfast to celebrate the end of Northern Ireland's political deadlockThe leaders of the U.K. and Ireland are in Belfast to meet Northern Ireland’s newly revived government.
Ireland to launch a legal challenge against the UK government over Troubles amnesty bill
Read full article: Ireland to launch a legal challenge against the UK government over Troubles amnesty billIreland’s government says it is taking legal action against British authorities over a controversial law that gives some immunity from prosecution for offenses committed during three decades of sectarian violence in Northern Ireland.
Johnny Depp among stars paying tribute at funeral of The Pogues singer Shane MacGowan
Read full article: Johnny Depp among stars paying tribute at funeral of The Pogues singer Shane MacGowanThe funeral of The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan has taken place in Ireland, attended by family, neighbors and friends including Johnny Depp and Nick Cave.
Shane MacGowan, lead singer of The Pogues and a laureate of booze and beauty, dies at age 65
Read full article: Shane MacGowan, lead singer of The Pogues and a laureate of booze and beauty, dies at age 65Shane MacGowan, the boozy, rabble-rousing singer and chief songwriter of The Pogues, who infused traditional Irish music with the energy and spirit of punk, has died.
Ireland’s prime minister condemns anti-immigrant protesters who rampaged through central Dublin
Read full article: Ireland’s prime minister condemns anti-immigrant protesters who rampaged through central DublinIreland’s prime minister has condemned anti-immigrant protesters who rampaged through central Dublin after three young children were stabbed, saying the rioters simply wanted to cause chaos, not protect the country’s way of life.
Violent clashes break out in Dublin after knife attack that injured 3 children, one seriously
Read full article: Violent clashes break out in Dublin after knife attack that injured 3 children, one seriouslyViolent clashes have broken out in central Dublin after a 5-year-old girl was seriously injured in a knife attack that also saw a woman and two other young children hospitalized.
Despite opposition, Britain passes law to curb prosecutions for Northern Ireland 'Troubles' violence
Read full article: Despite opposition, Britain passes law to curb prosecutions for Northern Ireland 'Troubles' violenceBritain's Parliament has passed a law that sets out to lay the ghosts of decades of violence in Northern Ireland to rest.
Beloved 2000s Irish boy band Westlife set to embark on first-ever North American tour
Read full article: Beloved 2000s Irish boy band Westlife set to embark on first-ever North American tourThe ‘00s Irish boy band-turned-pop group Westlife are set to embark on their first-ever run of North American tour dates in 2024, surrounding St. Patrick’s Day.
It's 'The Joe Show' as Biden closes out Ireland visit
Read full article: It's 'The Joe Show' as Biden closes out Ireland visitPresident Joe Biden ended his trip to Ireland on Friday with a speech to thousands at the foot of St. Muredach’s Cathedral, constructed in part with bricks made by his great-great-great grandfather.
Biden in Ireland encourages nations to 'dream together'
Read full article: Biden in Ireland encourages nations to 'dream together'Holding up his family history as an example, President Joe Biden on Thursday told lawmakers in a packed parliament house that the story of Irish immigrants setting sail for the U_S_ is at the very heart of “what binds Ireland and America together.”.
Biden and Irish poets: 'Hope and history,' a lifelong love
Read full article: Biden and Irish poets: 'Hope and history,' a lifelong loveWhen President Joe Biden visits Ireland this week, you can expect him to visit an ancient castle, honor some of his ancestors and mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday agreement among Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom.
As it turns 25, N Ireland’s Good Friday Agreement explained
Read full article: As it turns 25, N Ireland’s Good Friday Agreement explainedIt has been 25 years since the striking of the Good Friday Agreement, the landmark peace accord that ended three decades of violence in Northern Ireland, a period known as “the Troubles.”.
Ireland's WhatsApp penalty highlights EU privacy turmoil
Read full article: Ireland's WhatsApp penalty highlights EU privacy turmoilIreland has fined WhatsApp for breaching strict European Union privacy rules by forcing users to consent to allow their personal data to be used to provide “service improvements and security.”.
Irish watchdog fines Meta 265M euros in latest privacy case
Read full article: Irish watchdog fines Meta 265M euros in latest privacy caseIrish regulators have slapped Facebook parent Meta with a 265 million euro fine in what is the company’s latest punishment for breaching strict European Union data privacy rules.
Notre Dame beats No. 5 Clemson 35-14 with punt block for TD
Read full article: Notre Dame beats No. 5 Clemson 35-14 with punt block for TDPrince Kollie scored on a blocked punt, Benjamin Morrison returned an interception 96 yards for a touchdown and had another interception to set up another score as Notre Dame earned its second straight win over a ranked opponent, beating No. 5 Clemson 35-14.
Marshall upsets No. 8 ND 26-21; Freeman to 0-3 for Irish
Read full article: Marshall upsets No. 8 ND 26-21; Freeman to 0-3 for IrishSteven Gilmore returned an interception 37 yards for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter and Khalan Labron ran for 163 yards as Marshall shocked No. 8 Notre Dame 26-21.
We explore the beautiful Castle Ottis in St. Augustine
Read full article: We explore the beautiful Castle Ottis in St. AugustineCastle Otttis was created as an original landscape-sculpture “In Remembrance of Jesus Christ.” A landscape-sculpture is defined as a structure built to adorn or to view the landscape.Castle Otttis is an impression of an Irish castle of 1,000 years ago. The interior was created under guidance of historians from the Catholic Diocese of Northeast Florida to evoke an atmosphere of an Abbey (or early Christian church) in Ireland during the same period.The Castle is made available by appointment to schools, churches, colleges, universities, institutions and community groups for academic and spiritual environments and has provided a unique setting for small, intimate wedding ceremonies. The Castle is located on highway A1A three miles north of St. Augustine, Florida. Visionary and creator Rusty shares that the space was built to welcome ALL and give those who visit a sense of peace.
Sooners beat Notre Dame 6-2 to move within win of CWS finals
Read full article: Sooners beat Notre Dame 6-2 to move within win of CWS finalsCade Horton struck out a career-high 11 in six innings, Tanner Tredaway continued his torrid postseason with three hits, and Oklahoma took control of its bracket in the College World Series with a 6-2 win over Notre Dame.
Notre Dame holds down Texas offense, wins CWS opener 7-3
Read full article: Notre Dame holds down Texas offense, wins CWS opener 7-3John Michael Bertrand and two relievers held Texas’ potent offense in check and Notre Dame scored in all kinds of ways in a 7-3 victory Friday night in its first College World Series game in 20 years.
N.Ireland parties urged to work together after Sinn Fein win
Read full article: N.Ireland parties urged to work together after Sinn Fein winThe U.K. and Irish governments have urged rival parties in Northern Ireland to come together to resurrect its power-sharing government after Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein scored a historic victory in local elections to become the biggest party in Northern Ireland’s Assembly.
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day at our Jax Best Irish Pub: The Stout Snug
Read full article: Celebrate St. Patty’s Day at our Jax Best Irish Pub: The Stout SnugIt’s not a secret -- there’s something homey about visiting an Irish pub for a pint. Turns out for a second time, your favorite place to do that is the Stout Snug in Murray Hill.
St. Patrick Parade returns to St. Augustine: What you need to know
Read full article: St. Patrick Parade returns to St. Augustine: What you need to knowThis year is the 422nd anniversary of the first St. Patrick Day celebration in America, recognizing St. Augustine, Fla. as an authentic center of Celtic-American culture to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Leona Maguire first Irish winner in LPGA Tour history
Read full article: Leona Maguire first Irish winner in LPGA Tour historyLeona Maguire became the first Irish winner in LPGA Tour history Saturday, closing with a 5-under 67 for a three-stroke victory in the LPGA Drive On Championship at Crown Colony.
Coan, No. 6 Irish dominate Yellow Jackets in 55-0 victory
Read full article: Coan, No. 6 Irish dominate Yellow Jackets in 55-0 victoryJack Coan threw for 285 yards and two touchdowns in a little more than a half and No. 6 Notre Dame had two defensive touchdowns in winning its sixth straight game, 55-0 over beleaguered Georgia Tech on Saturday.
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Twenty years later, a tale of 9/11 survivors takes shape
Read full article: Twenty years later, a tale of 9/11 survivors takes shapeIt took Larry Kirwan nearly 20 years to feel he truly nailed a story of how a working-class family dealt with the death of a police officer at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.
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Bodies of 3 Europeans ambushed in Burkina Faso flown home
Read full article: Bodies of 3 Europeans ambushed in Burkina Faso flown homeA plane carrying the bodies of three Europeans killed by jihadists in Burkina Faso this week while they were filming a documentary on wildlife poaching has landed in an airport near the Spanish capital.
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In honor of St. Patrick’s Day: We look into the science of luck
Read full article: In honor of St. Patrick’s Day: We look into the science of luckMarch 17 is St. Patrick’s Day, but luck isn’t just for the Irish. While over 50% of Americans don’t believe in bad luck superstitions, like breaking a mirror or spilling salt, many people still attribute opportunities and accomplishments to having good luck. From horseshoes to four-leaf clovers, to a penny face up on the sidewalk, everybody has their own idea of a good luck charm. So, whether you call it luck, intuition, or just a good guess if it feels right do it. Experts say that our brains naturally mirror people we’re trying to empathize with, making it easier to predict their intentions.
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Biden recommits to Good Friday accord on St. Patrick's Day
Read full article: Biden recommits to Good Friday accord on St. Patrick's DayPresident Joe Biden speaks during a virtual meeting with Ireland's Prime Minister Micheal Martin on St. Patrick's Day, in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden marked St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday by recommitting the U.S. to the Good Friday Agreement, which has come under increasing stress following the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union. Before the meeting, the president attended a morning Mass at the aptly named St. Patrick’s Church near his family home in Wilmington, Delaware, then returned to the White House to partake in the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, which were toned down due to the coronavirus pandemic. In keeping with recent tradition, the water in fountains outside the White House ran green for the day. Biden and Martin also emphasized their commitment to addressing global challenges and combating the coronavirus, among other issues, the White House said.
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Ireland suspends AstraZeneca vaccine amid blood clot reports
Read full article: Ireland suspends AstraZeneca vaccine amid blood clot reportsIrish health officials have recommended the temporary suspension of the AstraZeneca vaccine after reports of serious blood clotting after inoculations in Norway. Dr. Ronan Glynn, Irelands deputy chief medical officer, said Sunday, March 14 the recommendation was made after Norways medicines agency reported four cases of blood clotting in adults after receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini, file)LONDON – Irish health officials on Sunday recommended the temporary suspension of the AstraZeneca vaccine after reports of serious blood clotting after inoculations in Norway. Dr. Ronan Glynn, Ireland’s deputy chief medical officer, said the recommendation was made after Norway’s medicines agency reported four cases of blood clotting in adults after receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine. The health ministry said the move followed six new reports in Denmark and Norway of blood clotting and lowered levels of blood platelets in people aged under 50.
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UK holiday firm had 'undesirable guests' list of Irish names
Read full article: UK holiday firm had 'undesirable guests' list of Irish namesFILE - This Nov. 5, 2020 file photo shows a sign for a Pontins holiday park. A chain of holiday parks in Britain kept an undesirable guests list of Irish surnames in an attempt to keep out members of the Irish Traveller community, the U.K. equalities watchdog said Tuesday March 2, 2021. (Peter Byrne/PA via AP, File)LONDON – A chain of holiday parks in Britain kept an “undesirable guests” list of Irish last names in an attempt to keep out members of the Irish Traveler community, the U.K. equalities watchdog said Tuesday. The list kept by Pontins, which was displayed on a staff intranet site, contained about 40 largely Irish names, including Cash, Delaney, Gallagher, Murphy and O’Brien. At the firm’s peak, there were about 30 Pontins sites in the U.K., but only half a dozen are still operating.
Jacksonville’s best Irish pub: Lynch’s Irish Pub
Read full article: Jacksonville’s best Irish pub: Lynch’s Irish PubJACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. – Your pick for the best Irish pub is a staple of the Jacksonville Beach community that’s been around for years! Chances are good if you haven’t been, you’ve at least heard of Lynch’s Irish Pub. You might remember in 2016 when the Jacksonville Beach fire marshal ordered the pub to remove years of dollar bills that had been stapled to the walls and ceiling, saying they were a fire hazard. The Jax Beach pub isn’t just a great spot for a pint and a bite to eat, but also a great place to make new friends. AdRunners up: 2) Culhane’s Irish Pub 3) The Stout Snug
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Parade canceled, Savannah plans virtual St. Patrick’s events
Read full article: Parade canceled, Savannah plans virtual St. Patrick’s eventsFILE - Revelers prepare for the St. Patrick's Day parade on one of the city's historic squares, Saturday, March 16, 2019, in Savannah, Ga. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)SAVANNAH, Ga. – With Savannah’s 197-year-old St. Patrick’s Day parade canceled for a second straight year, organizers of the Irish celebration plan to move several smaller events online. The Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee isn’t giving up completely on 2021. They include the greening of the wrought iron fountain in Forsyth Park, where the gushing of green-dyed water each year signals the beginning of St. Patrick’s Day festivities. The committee will also stream video of the annual St. Patrick’s Day Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist that traditionally comes right before the parade. Fogarty said the committee looks forward to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in person again in 2022.
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Border checks stopped at N Ireland ports after threats
Read full article: Border checks stopped at N Ireland ports after threatsAuthorities in Northern Ireland have suspended post-Brexit border checks on animal products and withdrawn workers after threats against border staff. The Northern Ireland government said it had stopped inspections of animal products at Belfast and Larne ports “in the interests of the wellbeing of staff.” The Police Service of Northern Ireland said it had increased patrols in the area. An open border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland is a key pillar of the peace process that ended decades of violence in the region. He also said problems in shipping some goods to Northern Ireland caused by the new trade rules needed to be resolved. He said senior politicians from the U.K., Northern Ireland and the bloc would discuss the ports situation on Wednesday.
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Irish PM says 'perverse' morality drove unwed mothers' homes
Read full article: Irish PM says 'perverse' morality drove unwed mothers' homesPrime Minister Micheal Martin said young women and their children had paid a heavy price for Ireland’s “perverse religious morality” in past decades. The final report of an inquiry into the mother-and-baby homes said that 9,000 children died in 18 different mother and baby homes during the 20th century. Fifteen percent of all children in the homes died, almost double the nationwide infant mortality rate, the report said. Church-run homes in Ireland housed orphans, unmarried pregnant women and their babies for most of the 20th century. “While mother and baby homes were not a peculiarly Irish phenomenon, the proportion of Irish unmarried mothers who were admitted to mother and baby homes or (state-run) county homes in the 20th century was probably the highest in the world,” the report said.
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Notre Dame better in Texas, but loses again in semifinals
Read full article: Notre Dame better in Texas, but loses again in semifinalsNotre Dame quarterback Ian Book (12) is sacked by Alabama defensive lineman Byron Young (47) in the second half of the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game in Arlington, Texas, Friday, Jan. 1, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)ARLINGTON, Texas – Ian Book had Notre Dame moving with a chance to get within a touchdown of No. A few plays later, the Irish quarterback was out of the game after 310-pound defensive tackle Christian Barmore fell on top of Book on a 14-yard sack. On the next Irish possession, Book ended up in the medical tent after Barmore's sack, replaced by freshman Drew Pyne. Notre Dame beat the Tigers 47-40 in November while Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence was sidelined because of a positive COVID-19 test.
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Shackleton expedition artifacts to be donated to UK museums
Read full article: Shackleton expedition artifacts to be donated to UK museumsAn eleven-foot wooden sledge used on Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton's British Antarctic Expedition on a table at Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre, London, Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020. (AP Photo/James Brooks)LONDON – A sled and flag used in one of explorer Ernest Shackleton's famed expeditions to the South Pole have been bought by a British government-funded body to keep the treasured artifacts in the U.K. The expedition was named Nimrod after the ship, which came within less than 100 miles (160 kilometers) of the South Pole for the first time in 1909. Shackleton never reached the South Pole and died of a heart attack in 1922 off South Georgia, a British overseas territory, during a fourth Antarctic expedition. The sled and flag were owned by Eric Marshall, a surgeon and polar explorer who accompanied Shackleton on Nimrod’s “sledge march” to the South Pole.

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