Irish dancer Kaitlyn Sardin, 26, is a bit shocked by the negative reactions to her latest viral video, but says that the ignorance she’s encountered “will never take away from the love I have for Irish dancing.” Sardin shared a clip on X on March 23 of her original Irish…
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All Irish acts withdraw from SXSW in protest of festival’s US military ties
Update, 2:20 pm EST: An earlier version of this article said Irish acts Cardinals, Gurriers, and NewDad were still set to perform at SXSW, but they have since withdrawn. This article has been updated to reflect all of the bands of the island of Ireland who have pulled out of…
George Croghan: Irish American ‘Boy Major,’ hero of the War of 1812
Among the many Irish and Irish American military heroes of U.S. history whose exploits have become lost to most Americans in modern times, we now add the name of War of 1812 hero George Croghan. It’s not surprising that George chose a military career. His father, William, born in Dublin…
Bereaved Irish mother begs President Biden to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Editor’s Note: Dr. Suzanne McClean is a Counselling Psychologist based in Co Galway. Dr. McClean shared her letter with IrishCentral on February 27 and has given permission for it to be printed here. Dear Mr President Biden, I’m remembering your four day visit to Ireland last April and how thousands…
Irish blessings, proverbs, and toasts to share on St. Patrick’s Day
Fun and memorable Irish blessings to use all year round, but especially on March 17, St. Patrick’s Day! In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day 2024, we have compiled some of our favorite Irishy sayings, blessings, quotes, toasts, and greetings. The origin of these inspiring and sometimes funny St. Patrick’s Day…
New AIHS executive director promises full transparency
Dr. Elizabeth Stack, the newly appointed executive director of the American Irish Historical Society (AIHS), has promised full transparency as the society attempts to rebuild public trust following a turbulent and controversial period in its history. Stack, a native of Kerry, is the former executive director of the Irish American…
Irish Nationalists take top job in Northern Ireland – a day that will live in history
When Michelle O’Neill was elected as First Minister, I received messages from friends saying that they wished their grandparents had lived to see this day. The appointment was historic and symbolic. It was also emotional. To be understood, it must be placed in the context of the Irish Catholic and…
Irish Government unveils St. Patrick’s Day Programme, promoting “Ireland’s Future in the World”
Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs announced the Irish Government’s 2024 St. Patrick’s Day programme today, Tuesday, January 30. As part of the St. Patrick’s Day programme, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Tánaiste Micheál Martin, and representatives of the State will “engage in an extensive international programme to promote Ireland and Irish interests…
Cillian Murphy lands his first-ever Oscar nomination with “Oppenheimer”
The 2024 Oscars nominations were announced this morning, Tuesday, January 23, and “Oppenheimer,” starring Cillian Murphy, leads the pack with 13 nods. Murphy has officially gotten his first-ever Oscar nomination in the ‘Best Actor’ category for his portrayal of Robert J. Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s summer blockbuster. If Murphy wins…
On This Day: Daniel O’Connell made his first speech opposing Union with England
On January 13, 1800, Daniel O’Connell made the first of many speeches opposing Ireland’s union with Great Britain, his very first public speech, at a meeting of Catholics held in the Royal Exchange, Dublin, to protest against the Union. Daniel O’Connell, often known as the Emancipator or the Liberator, was…