Topic: Ireland
Scotland lock Alastair Kellock has warned Ireland's Triple Crown-chasing squad to brace themselves for a massive battle in the last Six Nations game at Croke Park. Ireland, who could still retain their Six Nations title if England were to upset France in Paris on Saturday, are seeking to end their temporary stay at the headquarters of the Gaelic Athletic ...
US President Barack Obama praised two key political figures in North Ireland for "charting a historic path" towards peace following an agreement on a landmark power transfer deal. Obama singled out one-time foes First Minister Peter Robinson and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness at two receptions marking Saint Patrick's Day, a week after the deal was endorsed by the ...
Irish revellers painted the town green in Dublin and around the world on Wednesday, as the Emerald Isle celebrated Saint Patrick's Day with parades, marching bands -- and plenty of Guinness. Hundreds of thousands were expected at St. Patrick's parades in the Irish capital and abroad, as the famously fun-loving country parties despite a biting recession at home. Even ...
