Ireland (53°30′N 7°38′W; ; Irish: Éire; Scots:Airlann) is the second largest island in Europe. It lies to the northwest of Continental Europe with the island of Great Britain lying to the east. Politically it is divided into the Republic of Ireland, a sovereign state occupying five-sixths of the island, and Northern Ireland, a part of the United Kingdom, occupying the northeastern sixth of the island. The name 'Ireland' derives from the name Ériu (in modern Irish, Éire) with the addition of the Germanic word 'land'. Read more at Wikipedia


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...on adults in their twenties and thirties and their Jewishness, we sat under a poster of a scene from Ulysses that he found in Ireland while exploring his mother’s family’s roots. I asked him about his relationship with the non-Jewish parts of his identity,...

Hansen: Are redheads going extinct?

...then the mutation thrived, because redheads were seen as biologically superior partners in the cold, cloudy climates. Translation: In Ireland, redheads were sexy. So we procreated with one another and non-redheads who happened to carry the recessive trait,...

AMATERA Y'OKOBAKA - May 23,2013

...the worlds of film, TV, music, comedy, journalism and literature. That means A-listers like Kirk Douglas, Christian Slater, Kathy Ireland, Rick Fox, Chris Hansen and Jackie Collins. Paula Begoun, best-selling author of Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without...

The RH Factor Sports Show LIVE from Steamboat Springs, CO - May 23,2013

...the worlds of film, TV, music, comedy, journalism and literature. That means A-listers like Kirk Douglas, Christian Slater, Kathy Ireland, Rick Fox, Chris Hansen and Jackie Collins. Paula Begoun, best-selling author of Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without...

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...the worlds of film, TV, music, comedy, journalism and literature. That means A-listers like Kirk Douglas, Christian Slater, Kathy Ireland, Rick Fox, Chris Hansen and Jackie Collins. Paula Begoun, best-selling author of Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without...

InTouch with Zumba Fitness - May 23,2013

...from the worlds of film, TV, music, comedy, journalism and literature. That means A-listers like Kirk Douglas, Christian Slater, Kathy Ireland, Rick Fox, Chris Hansen and Jackie Collins. Paula Begoun, best-selling author of Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter...

Ill tycoon recovers in five-star hotel

...property tycoon Derek Quinlan has returned to Ireland to recuperate following a heart bypass procedure. The 65-year-old financier, who now lives in London, has been staying in the five-star Park Hotel in Kenmare, Co Kerry as he recovers from the operation...

Roar's Miller out prove he's a player worth keeping on side

...United. Unveiled by the Roar yesterday, Miller's contract will run until the end of the 2015-16 season, the Republic of Ireland International saying he was looking forward to playing some high-quality football with his new club. "I'm always confident in my...

Giovanna takes fashion industry by storm with second major triumph

...her winning streak and graduated with six classmates, scooping the coveted Joanne Hynes prize, which will see her intern with Ireland's leading fashion and accessories designer for six months. "I'm thrilled, I loved working on my XO graduate collection, which...

Roar's Miller out prove he's a player worth keeping on side

...United. Unveiled by the Roar yesterday, Miller's contract will run until the end of the 2015-16 season, the Republic of Ireland International saying he was looking forward to playing some high-quality football with his new club. "I'm always confident in my...

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Ireland PM Enda Kenny arrives at the May 2013 EU Summit

Ireland PM Enda Kenny arrives at the May 2013 EU Summit On his arrival at the May 2013 EU Council, Ireland PM Enda Kenny said that 'Ireland's corporate tax is very clear and transparent and we do not do any specia... From: EurActiv Views: 1 0 ratings Time: 03:43 More in News & Politics

Ireland Rejects Blame in Apple Tax Row

"Don't blame us" - that was the message from Ireland as the global tax avoidance row engulfed its highest profile company. Apple has reportedly kept billions of dollars in profits in Irish subsidiaries in order to pay little or no taxes to any government. It's entirely legal and, says Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister, not the fault of the Irish tax system.

Ireland Rejects Blame in Apple Tax Row

"Don't blame us" - that was the message from Ireland as the global tax avoidance row engulfed its highest profile company. Apple has reportedly kept billions of dollars in profits in Irish subsidiaries in order to pay little or no taxes to any government. It's entirely legal and, says Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister, not the fault of the Irish tax system.

Ireland not to blame for Apple tax - Deputy P.M. - economy

Ireland not to blame for Apple tax - Deputy P.M. - economy http://www.euronews.com/ A senior Irish politician is denying the country is to blame for computer giant Apple's low tax payments. The company paid just 1.9 ... From: euronews (in english) Views: 5 0 ratings Time: 01:01 More in News & Politics

Apple Tax Case Is Toxic Political Issue

A U.S. Senate hearing on Apple’s international tax structure has become a toxic political issue in the U.S. and the U.K. as the company has gone to Ireland to book income at a cheaper tax rate. Even so, WSJ’s Charles Forelle reports that little is being done by governments to change the law.

Ronan O'Gara Retires

It's the end of an era for Ireland rugby, as one of the golden generation announces his retirement.

Hodgson Has Decisions to Make

England manager Roy Hodgson has to choose his captain for their friendly games with the Republic of Ireland and Brazil

Full Video: President Obama Addresses Benghazi, IRS, Syria In Press Conference With British PM Cameron

As British Prime Minister David Cameron prepares for the G8 summit in Northern Ireland, he met with President Barack Obama at the White House to discuss the two countries' continuing partnership. In a joint press conference Monday, the two leaders answered reporters' questions on IRS' alleged targeting of conservative groups, the attacks on the Benghazi consulate in Libya and whether Russia will assist in negotiating a political solution to the Syria conflict.

Obama Hosting David Cameron At White House

President Barack Obama is welcoming British Prime Minister David Cameron to the White House for talks on subjects ranging from Syria's civil war to preparations for a coming summit of the world's leading industrial nations in Northern Ireland.

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Ireland captain Robbie Keane (left) is in his third season with the Los Angeles Galaxy. - Published on 2013-05-23 01:03:00 by Sports Illustrated

Ireland captain Robbie Keane (left) is in his third season with the Los Angeles Galaxy.

Published by Sports Illustrated on 2013-05-23 01:03:00

Boris Johnson turns mechanic as he and Northern Ireland Secretary Theresa Villiers tour the Wrightbus factories, makers of the London Bus, in Ballymena and Antrim. - Published on 2013-05-22 10:58:00 by Guardian Unlimited

Boris Johnson turns mechanic as he and Northern Ireland Secretary Theresa Villiers tour the Wrightbus factories, makers of the London Bus, in Ballymena and Antrim.

Published by Guardian Unlimited on 2013-05-22 10:58:00

Apple Operations International, a subsidiary of Apple, is seen in Hollyhill, Cork, in the south of Ireland  - Published on 2013-05-22 08:14:00 by BBC News

Apple Operations International, a subsidiary of Apple, is seen in Hollyhill, Cork, in the south of Ireland

Published by BBC News on 2013-05-22 08:14:00

From left, Jim Redmond, Johnny Wetherall, John Crisp, who served in the British forces during World War II, watched Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Ireland at Leopardstown Park Hospital, a home for British forces veterans in Ireland. - Published on 2013-05-22 05:15:00 by Boston.com

From left, Jim Redmond, Johnny Wetherall, John Crisp, who served in the British forces during World War II, watched Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Ireland at Leopardstown Park Hospital, a home for British forces veterans in Ireland.

Published by Boston.com on 2013-05-22 05:15:00

Lifestyle Designer Kathy Ireland to Launch Skin Rejuvenation Product: Stemage, From Stem Cell-Derived Ingredients.  (PRNewsFoto/Edison Nation) - Published on 2013-05-22 05:08:00 by PR Newswire

Lifestyle Designer Kathy Ireland to Launch Skin Rejuvenation Product: Stemage, From Stem Cell-Derived Ingredients. (PRNewsFoto/Edison Nation)

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An Apple subsidiary's office in Hollyhill, Ireland. - Published on 2013-05-22 04:46:00 by The New York Times

An Apple subsidiary's office in Hollyhill, Ireland.

Published by The New York Times on 2013-05-22 04:46:00

Ireland's Sean O'Brien tries in vain to get through the France defence, Ireland v France, Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland, August 20, 2011 - Published on 2013-05-22 04:13:00 by Scrum.com

Ireland's Sean O'Brien tries in vain to get through the France defence, Ireland v France, Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland, August 20, 2011

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Which looked at Food Standards Agency hygiene ratings in postcodes across England, Northern Ireland and Wales - Published on 2013-05-21 19:53:00 by This Is London

Which looked at Food Standards Agency hygiene ratings in postcodes across England, Northern Ireland and Wales

Published by This Is London on 2013-05-21 19:53:00

Which looked at Food Standards Agency hygiene ratings in postcodes across England, Northern Ireland and Wales - Published on 2013-05-21 19:08:00 by Crewe & Nantwich Guardian

Which looked at Food Standards Agency hygiene ratings in postcodes across England, Northern Ireland and Wales

Published by Crewe & Nantwich Guardian on 2013-05-21 19:08:00

Tax evasion: the Prime Minister wants summit in Brussels to bolster the plan ahead of a G8 gathering he is hosting in Northern Ireland in June - Published on 2013-05-21 13:39:00 by This Is London

Tax evasion: the Prime Minister wants summit in Brussels to bolster the plan ahead of a G8 gathering he is hosting in Northern Ireland in June

Published by This Is London on 2013-05-21 13:39:00

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I always see my responsibility as a batsman. I never try to do too much with my bowling, I have some limitations and I know that, so I always stick to the basics, and it’s been working for me for the last two or three years. I feel that I’ve found good consistency. I try to stay economical for my team and pick up the odd wicket....

in Pakistan raring to go against Ireland
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I think that you do evil ... devious, calculated and, in my view, unethical....

in Pay your taxes, Europe warns multinationals
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Clearly if John Downey had been arrested and convicted previously, he would have been released under the terms of the Good Friday agreement...

in Irishman charged with 1982 IRA Hyde Park bombing
Jamestown Sun - 2013-05-22 20:44:00

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