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The Irish publican making sure no one eats Christmas dinner alone

December 10, 2025 by

For most people in Tottenham, Mannion's Prince Arthur is more than just a pub. It’s a community anchor, and every Christmas Day it becomes a haven for those with nowhere else to go. Mannion's Prince Arthur (Photo by the Irish Post) At the centre of it all is publican Michael Finneran, a man whose journey from Roscommon to North London has been marked by hard work and … [Read more...] about The Irish publican making sure no one eats Christmas dinner alone

President Connolly hosts families from across Ireland for Christmas tree-lighting ceremony

December 9, 2025 by

PRESIDENT Catherine Connolly welcomed families from across Ireland to enjoy the annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony at Áras an Uachtaráin. The event, which drew more than 150 people to the President’s residence in the capital, took place on December 5. “I am delighted to extend a very special welcome to all the children who join us today, including our friends from … [Read more...] about President Connolly hosts families from across Ireland for Christmas tree-lighting ceremony

Live animals bring the nativity to life in Dublin

December 9, 2025 by

A LIVE animal crib has been unveiled in Dublin to help launch the festive season in the Irish capital. Lord Mayor of Dublin Ray McAdam and President of the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) Francie Gorman officially launched the IFA Live Animal Crib at the Mansion House on December 5. “Christmas in Dublin is always something special, and the Mansion House has been at the heart of … [Read more...] about Live animals bring the nativity to life in Dublin

‘Proud moment’ as new Guinness brewery opens its doors in London

December 9, 2025 by

A NEW Guinness Brewery is set to open in London this week offering tours and tastings in the heart of the capital. The much anticipated Guinness Open Gate Brewery is now up and running and is set to open to the public in Covent Garden on Thursday, December 11. Guinness owners Diageo have spent £73m creating the iconic new venue, which they describe as a “world-class visitor … [Read more...] about ‘Proud moment’ as new Guinness brewery opens its doors in London

Late Late Toy Show raises more than €30m for good causes in six years

December 9, 2025 by

THE annual Late Late Toy Show has raised more than €30m for good causes over the past six years it was revealed this week. Last Friday’s instalment of the ever popular show raised a whopping €4.6m alone for the annual RTÉ Toy Show Appeal. Launched in 2020, the appeal is now in its sixth year, and the cumulative donations made to it stand at over €30m. “We cannot thank you … [Read more...] about Late Late Toy Show raises more than €30m for good causes in six years

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February 8, 1983

On this day in 1983, thoroughbred stallion race horse Shergar, named Europe’s Horse of the Year in 1981, was kidnapped from a farm in County Kildare. Shergar was owned by the Aga Khan and worth approximately $13.5 million. On the night of February 8th, armed men arrived at the home of James Fitzpatrick, one of Shergar’s grooms. The kidnappers demanded Fitzpatrick lead them to Shergar’s stable and made him load the horse into the truck. Fitzpatrick was then left on the side of the road in a remote area. The kidnappers demanded a ransom of $2 million for the return of the horse, however negotiations fell through and Shergar was never seen again. The case remains unsolved.

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