DARK SECRETS: Ireland | Vintage Vibes

Gulliver’s Travels at 300: a satire of the Anglo-Irish and the folly of allegiance to empire

Gulliver’s Travels, first published on October 28 1726, is a masterpiece of satire that continues to have the power to provoke, to amuse, and to shock. Most readers familiar with it will know that its author, Jonathan Swift, was not only Irish-born but was Dean of St Patrick’s Cathedral in…

The Conversation · 12h ago

Should Australians be preparing for disaster? Some are – but don’t call them ‘preppers’

Around the world, governments are calling on their citizens to be prepared for turbulent times. In the United Kingdom, a new campaign asks households to “take a few simple steps to stay prepared if everyday services are temporarily disrupted” – in line with other European countries like France, Ireland and…

The Conversation · Oct 27

England Under-15s walk off pitch against Ireland in World Cup after racism allegation

England’s match against the Republic of Ireland in new Under-15 World Cup has been abandoned after England alleged racism aimed at one of their players

The Guardian - UK · Oct 26

“How Many Can You Identify Correctly?”: 19 Countries With Surprisingly Similar Flags

Some flags look so similar that even geography buffs can easily mix them up. From Romania and Chad's nearly identical blue, yellow, and red stripes to Ireland and Ivory Coast's reversed green and orange colors, the smallest details can make all the difference. Think you can recognize every country without…

Bored Panda · Oct 26

Irish father loses wedding ring in Italian stream; 3 strangers fly to Ireland to return it

During a delightful family vacation in Italy, an Irish father accidentally lost his wedding ring while enjoying time with his kids. Determined to recover it, his wife enlisted the help of three local good Samaritans who tirelessly searched the river for three days. Miraculously, they located the ring and even…

The Times of India · Oct 26

Indian woman loses job in Ireland over visa delays, turns deportation notice into comedy

An Indian woman who moved to Ireland in 2022 to study at Trinity College Dublin is now using her real deportation notice in stand-up comedy performances. Jaishree Malik, 25, lost her job after delays in extending her immigration permission left her unable to work. Despite receiving further job offers, she…

The Times of India · Oct 26

Almost a quarter of European airline pilots fly when too fatigued to work

Pilots report pressure to extend working hours and fears of penalties for declaring themselves unfit to fly

The Guardian - UK · Oct 26

A Course Called Ireland review – why did Bill Murray ever agree to this Irish golf show?

The Hollywood star is so grumpy in this new travelogue it’s like he wishes he wasn’t there. Think sulky car journeys, strained encounters and the sense of a TV series imploding

The Guardian - UK · Oct 25

'Signs Of Vascular Changes': Health Expert Voices Warning Over Natalie Harp Bruised Ankle Pictures

An expert has suggested that Natalie Harp's apparently bruised ankles in photographs from Donald Trump's Ireland visit could reflect venous pooling linked to footwear and fatigue.

International Business Times UK · Oct 25

This comedian jokes about deportation … but it is happening for real

Despite job offers, Jaishree Malik has had visa renewal and extension requests delayed and denied, and she is not alone

The Guardian - UK · Oct 25