Some are officially recognised as symbols of the State, while others are unofficial, and are simply accepted by the majority as being 'Irish'. From our national emblem to the design of the ...

Forecourt retailer Circle K has been awarded the Guaranteed Irish symbol, which recognises its contribution to local employment, enterprise, and community investment across the country. Circle K ...

On Easter Monday, April 24th 1916, the IRB, Irish Volunteers and Irish Citizen Army flew the Irish tricolour from the top of the GPO in Dublin. Celebrations mark the life and legacy of Meagher ...

But this columnist rarely writes about sport – the back pages of The Irish News have many more eminent ... it’s the perfect symbol of Stormont’s failures. Antrim GAA deserve more than ...

Most fans of Irish single-pot still whiskey are familiar with Redbreast and the brand’s signature bottling, Redbreast 12. The 18-year-old expression adds further depth with components matured in ...

Starting in 2000, we offer a year-by-year snapshot, documenting early successes, lifetime achievements and moments that have shaped lives and had far-reaching effects on Irish society.

A jet skier was rescued off the coast of Co Down on Wednesday evening after an engine failure. Lifeboat crews from Portaferry came to the aid of the man, who had got into difficulty near ...

The Irish Dementia Network are looking for volunteers in County Wicklow who would be interested in starting a local dementia café. Dementia can be a challenging condition for both individuals and ...

Pope Francis’ recovery and first public appearance in over five weeks at Gemelli Hospital was hailed as “a symbol of hope ... the hospital grounds with 60 Irish pilgrims.

The Maine Irish Heritage Center helps people learn more about their ancestry through DNA testing and historic research. You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link ...

A homelessness volunteer arrested for abusive behaviour ... to migrants” who were also vulnerable and in need. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest ...

Irish banks have been slow to lend to the property market as they carry the scars of the 2008 financial crash. They are also, for the same reason, quite restricted in the exposure that they can ...