Laura Grainger Journalist
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8 months ago
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The couple who fought for the legalization of birth control in 1970s Ireland

Contraceptives had been illegal since 1935

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How a turbulent Trans-Atlantic flight led to the creation of the Irish coffee

The drink was then introduced to the US by a San Francisco café

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Irish American to convert historic Irish church to continental-style food hall

Martin Barry, who was born in New York to Irish parents, is leading the conversion of St Andrew's Church

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Fans celebrate first ever Bruce Springsteen Day as The Boss turns 74

The day was officially designated by the Governor of New Jersey earlier this year

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Irishman honored in homeland for role in Boston Tea Party 250 years ago

Thomas White, from Co Kilkenny, was the only Irishman to partake in the watershed moment of US history

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Michael Flatley praises Irish dancers in Uganda after Africa's first feis

The dancers performed at Africa's very first Irish dance competition

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8 months ago
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The popular Dublin City spots that have a surprisingly dark history

Here is the ultimate guide to Dublin for those who love horrible histories

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8 months ago
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The origin and meaning behind the Irish surname O'Hara

The name can be traced back to the King of Luighne in the Irish province of Connacht

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8 months ago
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Mamma Mia actor Dominic Cooper stars in Irish period drama filmed in Co Donegal

Cry From The Sea is set in the aftermath of the First World War and the Irish Civil War

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8 months ago
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Irish miners buried in unmarked grave in US town honored with sculpture

The vast majority of those buried came from a mining region in Co Cork

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8 months ago
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Northern Ireland's Derry City declared UN International City of Peace

The Northern Ireland city joins US cities like Atlanta in bearing the title

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8 months ago
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Delta Airlines to restart direct service between Shannon Airport and JFK

The service between the two airports will resume in time for next year's summer season

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