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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Anti-Airbnb signs erected in Galway Gaeltacht as activists warn of 'crisis point'

Short-term rentals are outnumbering long-term housing options, threatening Gaeltacht communities and the Irish language.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

BBC says it did not cut CMAT's Irish-language intro from first play of her new single Euro-Country

"BBC Radio 1 did not edit the Irish language from this single; we broadcast the radio edit of CMAT's new song Euro-Country that was supplied by the record label."
Music
Music
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'Not my decision' - BBC skips Irish-language intro of CMAT's single during radio debut

Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson released her new song Euro-Country, featuring an Irish language intro cut by BBC Radio 1.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Donal Fallon: Belfast's Irish language row is all about identity politics, not culture differences

Irish language signage in Belfast's Grand Central Station faces legal challenges amid ongoing identity politics.
#kneecap
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Kneecap holds surprise gig after member charged

Kneecap performed in London amidst controversy surrounding a member's terror charge, asserting their innocence and non-violence stance.
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fromIndependent
6 months ago

How Kneecap turned the world to Irish

Kneecap has significantly increased interest in the Irish language globally.
Fans worldwide are inspired to learn Gaeilge by the music of Kneecap.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Kneecap holds surprise gig after member charged

Kneecap performed in London amidst controversy surrounding a member's terror charge, asserting their innocence and non-violence stance.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
6 months ago

How Kneecap turned the world to Irish

Kneecap has significantly increased interest in the Irish language globally.
Fans worldwide are inspired to learn Gaeilge by the music of Kneecap.
more#kneecap
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

'Utterly shambolic week': DUP and Sinn Fein row escalates over Irish language signs at Belfast train station

Bilingual signs at Belfast Grand Central Station are delayed due to potential legal issues despite commitment to Irish language promotion.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Irish lass in NYC goes viral on TikTok for explaining culture and language of Ireland: 'I just found this niche'

O'Callaghan said, ‘In Ireland, you'll make eye contact with the person you're passing and you'll say hello or nod to them. When I moved to New York, I found it extremely difficult to just continue looking at the floor. I felt so rude.’
NYC music
#education
Higher education
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing financial overpayments and evaluating the impact of AI on education.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Higher education

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing overpayments and improving Irish language education and school transport logistics.
Higher education
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing financial overpayments and evaluating the impact of AI on education.
Higher education
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Department of Education devises plan to chase down 6.8m in overpayments made to school staff and retirees

The Department of Education is addressing overpayments and improving Irish language education and school transport logistics.
more#education
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'Myself and my friends are all saying we wish we still had it in us' - comedian Michael Fry on why learning Irish is as important as ever

There's a cultural revival of the Irish language ongoing, with many returning to learn it after years of disconnection.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Caitriona Ni Chualain: 'I've been refused planning to build in Connemara. Irish speakers are forced to move elsewhere'

Prioritize experiences over material possessions for a fulfilling life.
The housing crisis significantly impacts locals' ability to stay in their communities.
Education
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: How viral video of Ukrainian boy speaking as Gaeilge can teach us so much about our language

Gaelscoileanna are oversubscribed, indicating a government failure to provide sufficient Irish-language education access.
Children like Misha Yerhidze, despite challenges, thrive in Irish immersion education.
London music
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Family and friends of Amelia Belle Ferguson gather on her first birthday since tragic death while at Irish college

Amelia's memory was honored with a beach celebration, reflecting her love for the sea and the impact she had on those around her.
New York City
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago

Sinn Fein's Aengus O Snodaigh enters race for ceann comhairle role, with three others declaring run to chair next Dail

The election for chair of the Dáil emphasizes individual merit over party strength, highlighting the importance of fluency in Irish for candidates.
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