Ireland

Tackling the mystery of beehives and ringforts — It was simple curiosity that drew me into the unassuming farmhouse and driveway just off Slea Head Drive on Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula. The sign said Beehive Huts Fahan Group. Beehive huts? What are beehive huts? …

Day 7 of our Ireland Trip — On Day 7 of our Ireland family trip, I discovered something heartbreaking. All those window boxes in Ireland, and there are no hummingbirds to enjoy them. That’s what we discovered in my daughter Sabrina’s bird book. There are no woodpeckers, either. …

Prepare to be captivated by a land that will leave an indelible mark on your heart and soul. — There’s a place where legends come to life, where breathtaking landscapes captivate your senses, and where warm-hearted locals welcome you with open arms. It’s time to set your sights on Northern Ireland, a hidden gem that has recently emerged as a must-visit destination for travelers seeking unique experiences.

The mythology of Irish werewolves, also known as ‘Faoladh’ or ‘Fear Dearg,’ is deeply rooted in Irish folklore and passed down through the generations. According to legend, a person can become a werewolf if they are bitten by another or cursed by a powerful magician or witch. Irish werewolves are…

The 32 Most Beautiful Places To Visit In Ireland Ireland is a country that is full of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. From the rugged beauty of Connemara to the mystical landscape of Skellig Michael, there is no shortage of breathtaking natural landscapes to explore. In this blog post, we will uncover the 32 most beautiful places to…

A defeat for the English in Ireland that cost many lives for no discernible purpose — In Elizabethan times, English troops in Ireland, during its conquest by the Tudors, were often isolated in small garrisons, cut off from the support of their fellows in Dublin Castle. To convey supplies and reinforcements to these men it often needed almost the whole army as escort. This played into…

Day 6 of our Ireland Trip — Nice to meet you, Gaelic football. It was Sunday afternoon. The family with teens who lived next door to my sister’s Irish farmhouse invited our family to a game of Gaelic football on their beautiful lawn. Gaelic football is a cross between soccer, football, volleyball, and basketball. …

A young Irish boy was hospitalized after an assault and suffered from broken teeth and a shoe print on his forehead concussion.

A data-driven analysis of lecturer pay across Ireland’s major universities Tableau Workbook containing a range of data visualization of Irish lecturer pay, including… Tableau Workbook containing a range of data visualization of Irish lecturer pay, including comparisons, starting and…public.tableau.com As an American who took up a lecturer position at an Irish university at the end of 2021, I have seen a great deal of confusion concerning academic ranks, pay equity, and orgnisational structures.