EARLIER this month Jess Barry, known as "The Celtic Banshee", fought Linzi Buczynskyj for the Commonwealth Silver Featherweight Title at the Premier Suite in Cannock. The fight took place at the Excelsior Sporting Club's St Patrick's Dinner Show. Victory for Jess Barry in Cannock (Pics: Chris Egan) Barry won the fight and retained her English Title. The event also included a … [Read more...] about Barry ‘the Celtic Banshee’ triumphs in Cannock
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Some Irish flights to Heathrow re-routed amidst travel chaos
PASSENGERS who were scheduled to travel from Irish airport destinations to London Heathrow may have their flights re-routed, following a fire and a power outage at the UK’s biggest airport. It is understood that the disruption was caused after a fire broke out at an electrical substation near Heathrow, resulting in an almost total power outage across the five terminals of the … [Read more...] about Some Irish flights to Heathrow re-routed amidst travel chaos
Legendary Irish warrior Fionn mac Cumhaill appears on new Royal Mail stamp collection
FIONN MAC CUMHAILL, the legendary warrior of Irish folklore, is to appear on a new collection of stamps from the Royal Mail. Mac Cumhaill, the leader of the Fianna band of Irish warriors, features on one of eight stamps capturing the spirit of well-known mythical creatures and legendary figures of folklore. Illustrated by London-based artist Adam Simpson, the other stamps … [Read more...] about Legendary Irish warrior Fionn mac Cumhaill appears on new Royal Mail stamp collection
Irish EuroMillions prize winner reveals he hid winning ticket in Bible as punters prepare for Friday’s largest jackpot ever
AN IRISHMAN who won €500,000 on the EuroMillions has revealed he hid his winning ticket in a Bible until he could cash it in. The Co. Clare man also revealed he'd actually forgotten to buy a ticket, while his partner complained when asked to pick one up for him. The story was shared by the National Lottery ahead of Friday night's estimated record EuroMillions jackpot of €200m — … [Read more...] about Irish EuroMillions prize winner reveals he hid winning ticket in Bible as punters prepare for Friday’s largest jackpot ever
Close ties between Britain and Ireland celebrated at prestigious London event
THE “strong diplomatic and cultural ties” between Britain and Ireland were celebrated at a prestigious annual event held in London’s Park Lane. Organisers and special guests at the St Patrick's Day Ball in Park Lane For 2025 the St Patrick’s Day Ball was held at the InterContinental Hotel where guests enjoyed a night celebrating Irish heritage and community. The event was … [Read more...] about Close ties between Britain and Ireland celebrated at prestigious London event