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The Conyngham family motto, “Over Fork Over,” symbolizing progress and reinvention, has perhaps never been more fitting. For Alex Conyngham, the newly appointed 9th Marquess Conyngham, this spirit of evolution defines the future of Slane Castle, the family’s historic estate overlooking the River Boyne in County Meath. For more than forty years, Slane Castle has stood as a landmark in …

Ireland’s top food and drink producers were celebrated this weekend as Blas na hÉireann, the prestigious Irish Food Awards, revealed its 2025 winners following four days of festivities in Dingle, Co. Kerry (Daingean Uí Chúis). The event, which ran from October 2–5, marked the 18th edition of what has become one of the most anticipated dates on Ireland’s culinary calendar. …

Friday night’s Late Late Show country special delivered a mix of nostalgia, music, and heartfelt moments — with Priscilla Presley as the undisputed highlight of the evening. The Hollywood icon, famed for her roles in Dallas and The Naked Gun, joined host Patrick Kielty to share intimate memories of her life with Elvis Presley and to discuss her new memoir, …

John Stapleton, one of Britain’s most respected broadcasters, has died at the age of 79. His death was confirmed on Sunday morning by his agent, Jackie Gill, who said the veteran journalist had been living with Parkinson’s disease, later complicated by pneumonia. “John had Parkinson’s disease, which was complicated by pneumonia. His son Nick and daughter-in-law Lise have been constantly …

Comedian and former late-night host Conan O’Brien has strongly criticized ABC’s decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live! following Kimmel’s comments about the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. O’Brien, who fronted his own talk show for over a decade, warned that the move should alarm people across the political spectrum, describing it as an attack on free expression. The …

Irish rap group Kneecap have announced plans to pursue legal action against a Canadian government official following claims they say are “wholly untrue and deeply malicious.” The controversy erupted after the trio, who hail from Belfast and Derry, were barred from entering Canada for an upcoming tour. Ban Announced by Canadian Official The decision was made public on Friday by …

The film world is mourning the loss of Robert Redford, the acclaimed American actor, director, and activist, who has died at the age of 89. His passing was confirmed by his publicist, Cindi Berger of Rogers & Cowan PMK, who said the legendary star died peacefully in his sleep. While no specific cause of death has been disclosed, tributes are …

The 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards delivered a night of groundbreaking moments, emotional speeches, and sweeping victories across drama, comedy, and limited series categories. The highlight came when 15-year-old Owen Cooper of Netflix’s Adolescence became the youngest male actor ever to win a Primetime Emmy, earning Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. Owen Cooper’s Record-Breaking Win …

RTÉ’s The Late Late Show returns this Friday with a blockbuster season opener on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player, featuring an eclectic mix of Hollywood stars, Irish icons, and thought-provoking conversations. The episode also marks the beginning of Patrick Kielty’s third season as host, with a line-up that promises glamour, reflection, and powerful storytelling. Hollywood Meets Dublin on the …

Ireland’s national broadcaster RTÉ has announced it will withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is permitted to take part. The contest, which marks its 70th anniversary next May in Vienna, is already mired in geopolitical tensions, with growing calls across Europe to suspend Israel over its actions in Gaza. RTÉ’s Position and Concerns In a statement released …