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The untold story of Mona and Mimi — and The Beatles connection

The untold story of Mona and Mimi — and The Beatles connection

August 11, 2025 by

A POWERFUL new stage play imagining an untold chapter in Beatles folklore will premiere in Liverpool this September, bringing two formidable Irish-connected women centre stage. The writer — Catherine Leen Mona & Mimi, written by Dublin/Kerry playwright Catherine Leen, explores a fictional meeting between Mona Best, mother of Beatles drummer Pete Best, and Mimi Smith, the … [Read more...] about The untold story of Mona and Mimi — and The Beatles connection

The Traitors Ireland set to premiere at the end of the month

August 11, 2025 by

RTÉ has confirmed that The Traitors Ireland, the highly anticipated Irish version of the reality competition series, will officially premiere on Sunday, 31 August. The series will be hosted by Siobhán McSweeney, best known for her role as Sister Michael in Derry Girls. Set in Slane Castle in County Meath, the show will bring the psychological tension and strategic gameplay of … [Read more...] about The Traitors Ireland set to premiere at the end of the month

Ireland to face Israel in basketball amid threat of team sanctions

August 11, 2025 by

BASKETBALL IRELAND has confirmed that the national women's team will compete in its scheduled EuroBasket 2027 qualifiers game against Israel. This decision follows weeks of internal deliberation and pressure from the sport’s international authority. The decision comes despite widespread outrage over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and internal debate about the … [Read more...] about Ireland to face Israel in basketball amid threat of team sanctions

Murder investigation launched in Co. Down as police suspect link to priest attack

August 10, 2025 by

A MURDER investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body in Co. Down, with police suspecting the death may be linked to an attack on a priest earlier today. The body was discovered at an address in Downpatrick around two hours after the priest was assaulted at a church in the town. Police have confirmed that a 30-year-old man has been arrested on … [Read more...] about Murder investigation launched in Co. Down as police suspect link to priest attack

‘Paddy’s seen enough’: Bookmaker Paddy Power pays out on Celtic title win after just two games

August 10, 2025 by

IRISH bookmaker Paddy Power revealed on Sunday it was paying out on a Celtic title win — just two games into the new season. The company made the call following the Hoops' 2-0 win at Aberdeen on Sunday afternoon, which put them top of the table with six points. Meanwhile, Rangers have picked up two points after drawing their opening two fixtures under new boss Russell … [Read more...] about ‘Paddy’s seen enough’: Bookmaker Paddy Power pays out on Celtic title win after just two games

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June 9, 597

On this day St. Columcille, or St. Colomba, died. His feast day of June 9 is recognized by the Catholic Church. Born in Co. Donegal to a royal family, Columcille gave up his claims in favor of becoming a monk at Glasnevin. He became one of the “Twelve Apostles of Ireland” who studied under St. Finnian. After a dispute with St. Finnian over copying the Battle Book of the O’Donnells, the battle of Cooldrevny was sparked. Columcille felt responsible for the lives lost, and in his penance, he left Ireland. He travelled to Scotland and established a monastery on Iona, which would become the center of learning for the Celtic Christian region. It is believed that the Book of Kells was started at Iona.

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