Dublin’s Dark Trade: How Viking Ireland Became a Slave Market
Dublin was not a “slave capital” in the modern sense, but in the Viking age it was one of the busiest slave-trading …
Blog
Phoenix Park’s Historic Magazine Fort Reopens to the Public
Dublin has a fresh heritage story to tell, as the historic Magazine Fort in Phoenix Park has reopened to visitors after major …
€5 Movie Nights: Why UCD Cinema is Dublin’s Best Kept Secret
Finding an affordable night out in Dublin can sometimes feel like a challenge, but one of the city’s coolest film venues is …
Travelling from Ireland by Ferry: The Complete Guide to Exploring Britain and Europe by Sea
Flying may dominate modern travel, but ferries remain one of the most enjoyable, flexible and surprisingly affordable ways to leave Ireland. Whether …
Discover Ireland’s Place in Europe at EPIC’s Fascinating New Exhibition
If you’ve ever wondered how Ireland’s relationship with Europe has shaped the country we know today, there’s a new exhibition in Dublin …
UCD Under Fire Over Medical Student’s Exam Resit Refusal Following Alleged Rape
A University College Dublin (UCD) medical student has become the focus of renewed public and political attention after claims emerged that she …
Lidl Opens a Pub in Ireland
An unusual addition has landed on the Irish hospitality scene. German discount supermarket chain Lidl has officially entered the pub trade, opening …
The Unthinkable Secret of Tuam: Ireland’s Darkest Institutional Tragedy Explained
Few discoveries in modern Irish history have shocked the nation as profoundly as what was uncovered in Tuam, County Galway. What began …
Irish chippers: Why Ireland’s favourite takeaway has Italian roots
For anyone visiting Ireland for the first time, one of the biggest culinary surprises is the local chipper. These traditional takeaway shops …
Brazilian Wins Irish Citizenship After Extraordinary Mistaken Identity Case
For most people, applying for Irish citizenship is simply a matter of waiting for paperwork to be processed. For Brazilian software engineer …
July in Ireland: The Best Festivals and Events of 2026
If there is one month when Ireland truly comes alive, it is July. Long evenings, warmer weather and festivals across the country …
Festa Junina 2026 at Dublin National Stadium: Ireland’s Biggest Arraiá Returns
Festa Junina 2026 is set to return to Dublin’s National Stadium on Saturday, 27 June, bringing one of Brazil’s most traditional cultural …
