March 17, 2024 St. Patrick's Day fun facts: Things you may not know about the Irish celebration St. Patrick's Day, celebrated each year on March 17, is enjoyed by those who are Irish and those who are not. Check out these fun facts associated with the holiday.
March 16, 2024 Irish food carves out claim among Europe's best as local pride and international praise grow Ireland has emerged as one of the world's most exciting food cultures, generating pride among the Irish and praise from international visitors and food lovers.
March 15, 2024 Popular St Patrick's Day parades around United States One popular activity to do on St. Patrick's Day is attending a festive parade. New York, Chicago, Cleveland and more cities hold some of the biggest parades in the country.
March 15, 2024 Meet the American who was the 'working man' Founding Father, Irish ironsmith George Taylor George Taylor of Ireland arrived in America as an indentured laborer at a Pennsylvania iron furnace. He became one of three men born in Ireland to sign the Declaration of Independence.
March 13, 2024 Stout popularity at 'all-time high' amid booming female interest, new alcohol-free options Stout is surging in popularity behind new interest in the style among women and the introduction of new alcohol-free stouts from Guinness and other brewers.
March 11, 2024 'Mothering Sunday': The Lenten connection to Mother's Day Fr. Conor McDonough, O.P., a Dominican friar based in Dublin, Ireland, discussed the history of "Mothering Sunday," observed during Lent, with Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ Digital.
March 11, 2024 Here's how Abe Lincoln, corned beef connoisseur, flavored America's St. Patrick's Day celebrations Abraham Lincoln was a corned beef connoisseur and historians suggest his taste for it fueled the delicious dishes associated with St. Patrick's Day in the United States.
March 8, 2024 Ancestry, Guinness release trove of records tracing history of millions of Irish Americans In a Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ Digital exclusive, Ancestry.com and Guinness brewery release 1.6 million records on March 8 that could impact the family history of millions of Irish Americans.
February 28, 2024 Northern Ireland judge rules that UK government's 'Troubles' law breaches human rights A Northern Ireland judge has ruled against a new law granting immunity from prosecution for most offenses during "the Troubles," citing violations of human rights.
February 26, 2024 Explore Ireland's charm across Dublin, Galway and Connemara Prepare for your trip to Ireland with this guide exploring the vibrant streets of Dublin, the majestic cliffs of Moher, and the landscapes of Connemara.