Grace O’Malley. Feminist icon to some, to others, a folk hero rebelling against English rule. She was certainly as charismatic and remarkable a historical figure as she was unimaginable. She truly led a people, and indeed, conducted acts of piracy. Not exactly a sixteenth-century feminine archetype. …

Breathtaking landscapes, historical sites, artistic cultural heritage, and long-lasting customs are just a few of the things that make the Emerald Isle special. The Irish way of life is all about hospitality, folklore, Celtic meaning and crafts that have been passed down through generations, reinf …

Hollywood is full of talented actors with deep connections to Ireland. In advance of the Academy Awards this weekend, we’re taking the occasion to look at 15 stars with ties to the Emerald Isle but weren’t born there. Some of them may surprise you!MICHAEL FASSBENDER (Flickr)We are starting this …

February 1 marks a special time in the Irish calendar because it signals the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It’s also the feast day of St. Brigid, a patron saint of Ireland alongside St. Patrick and St. Columcille, so celebrations are in order! While customs during this day have evolved …

By Benjamin St. Jacques Millions of people around the world enjoy wearing birthstone jewelry and giving birthstone jewelry to friends and family as gifts. It’s common to feel a natural connection to the unique appearance, qualities, and colors of your birthstone. Although the idea of birthstone …

Kelly is an anglicization of the Irish name O’Ceallaigh, which means “descendent of Ceallach” or “warrior.” Ceallach is a personal name that has been thought to signify “bright-headed” or “white-headed.” The Irish word for churchyard, cill, implies that the name may also mean “frequenting churche …