There are traits among the nation that make us so proud and so nostalgic when we are abroad, especially somewhere that may be quite different from home. For centuries, Irish people have brought their ...

This beautiful symbol has neo-Druid origins. The two outer rays represent the duality of masculine and feminine energies, while the ray at the centre symbolises the places where they meet. It is said ...

25. Grand – a favourite Irish phrase Grand is an adored Irish word used in place of words like ‘good’ or ‘fine’. Example: Jack: ‘How was work today?’ Niamh: It was grand.’ 24. Dead on – nice and ...

And as a visitor to the Emerald, there really is no better way to get an authentic Irish experience than by ordering a pint and partying along. While there’s hundreds of tunes perfectly suited for ...

If you have contributed to Dublin enough to be granted the status of “Freeman” or “Freewoman”, you might want to consider buying a few sheep to celebrate the occasion. According to one of the very ...

Next up is the game of cricket, first played in England back in the 16 th -century. Now, it is one of the most famous games played across the globe. At speeds of over 160 kilometres p/h (100 miles p/h ...

Meanwhile in Ireland Team The Meanwhile in Ireland team is dedicated to bringing you the best in Irish humour, news, and viral content. Since our launch in 2014, we’ve amassed over 900,000 social ...

Meanwhile in Ireland’s top facts about the toughest Irish prisons The Irish prison system is connected with the criminal justice system as a whole. There are courts, probations services, and then the ...

The Irish sure have a way with words. Enjoy our top 10 list of Irish prayers and blessings for friends and family. It’s no surprise that Ireland has become the birthplace of so many great names in ...

It is not to be confused with the flag of the Ivory Coast, which is the same three colours but in reverse – a common mistake many around the world make. It is one of four flags with green, white, and ...

Kicking off our list of Irish hand gestures you’d better get right is the simple but effective ‘cheers’ hand. To say thanks to another driver for letting you pass or for letting you out at a junction, ...

The Derry/Londonderry dispute is one that has been a subject of contention in the north for decades. So much so that when an event takes place in the region, posters, announcements, and more will ...