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Ancient Irish DNA Study Rewrites History Books

Groundbreaking research from Queen's University Belfast uncovers the true genetic origins of the Irish people, tracing ancient DNA back to mass migrations from the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Garda Hunt For Man After Woman Found Dead In UK Hotel

Irish police issue urgent appeal for a 26-year-old man wanted for questioning after the body of a woman was discovered at a luxury hotel in Sussex. The Gardaí are working closely with UK authorities in a fast-moving investigation.

Chilean Mummies Predate Egypt's by 1,000 Years

Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.

McGregor Drops Presidential Bid, Vows to Promote Ireland in US

MMA superstar Conor McGregor has officially withdrawn from the Irish presidential race. The former UFC champion announced his decision during a New York date night with his fiancée, Dee Devlin, vowing to promote Irish interests from the US instead.

McGregor Refuses EU Passport in Patriotic Stand

MMA superstar Conor McGregor sparks controversy by declaring he would refuse an EU passport, championing Irish sovereignty and stirring a major debate on national identity post-Brexit.

Cillian Murphy outstanding in ferocious reform school drama

Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy gives a career-defining performance in 'Steve', a harrowing drama exposing Ireland's brutal reform school system. Director Alan Gilsenan's powerful film is a searing indictment of institutional abuse.

CMAT Interview: Irish Singer's Creative Journey Revealed

Dive into an exclusive interview with rising Irish music sensation CMAT as she discusses her songwriting journey, creative influences, and the stories behind her acclaimed work in this captivating Guardian podcast episode.

Sally Rooney voted UK's 'Irish Madonna' in Ipsos poll

Bestselling author Sally Rooney has been voted the most admired Irish person by the British public in a new Ipsos poll, earning her the title of a modern 'Irish Madonna' for her profound cultural influence.

Stone Age 'Atlantis' Discovered Off Danish Coast

Marine archaeologists have uncovered a submerged Stone Age settlement in the Baltic Sea, revealing a 7,000-year-old lost world of sophisticated hunter-gatherers off Denmark's coast.

Irish Man Found Dead in Portugal After Vanishing on Holiday

A major investigation is underway after an Irish man disappeared during a holiday in Portugal's Algarve region. His body was discovered days later near a popular tourist attraction, with police treating the death as suspicious.

Ireland's Greatest Footballers Ranked

From Roy Keane to Robbie Keane, we rank the finest footballers to have represented the Republic of Ireland, celebrating their skill, passion, and unforgettable moments.

Irish missionary kidnapped in Haiti orphanage

An Irish nun has been abducted from an orphanage in Haiti amid rising gang violence, leaving staff and children in fear. Authorities are scrambling to secure her release.

Ancient 'Afterlife Door' Found in Egyptian Tomb

A team of archaeologists has discovered a mysterious stone slab, believed to be a portal to the afterlife, in an ancient Egyptian tomb. The find sheds new light on burial rituals of the past.

Ancient Roman egg found with liquid still inside

Archaeologists in the UK have made a groundbreaking discovery—a 1,700-year-old Roman egg that still holds its original liquid contents. This unprecedented find sheds new light on ancient diets and preservation techniques.

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