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West Cork

By Sharon Ní Chonchúir, Contributor
November / December 2018

November 1, 2018 by 1 Comment

Boats along Haven Coast in Kinsale, County Cork. (Photos: Tourism Ireland)

Take a walk (or a drive) on the wild side. West Cork offers an abundance of wildlife, nature, and scenery. Is there a more intriguing place in Ireland than West Cork? On a recent trip, I was dazzled by the wild beauty of its rugged coastline. I loved its small towns and villages, each buzzing with life. And I was thrilled to uncover its history through sites that still hold … [Read more...] about West Cork

Jeremy’s in the Pink
Mumba Doesn’t Mind

By Irish America Staff
August / September 2001

August 1, 2001 by Leave a Comment

Wrapping up production this summer is Dreamworks' remake of the 60's film, The Time Machine. Starring in the Spielberg feature, due out December 2001, are Jeremy Irons and up and coming Irish pop star, Samantha Mumba. The two reportedly are getting along spectacularly on the set. Mumba's mother said, "Jeremy was such a gentleman to Samantha. He made her feel right at home by … [Read more...] about Jeremy’s in the Pink
Mumba Doesn’t Mind

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