R esidents in Cork Harbour say they are fed up of having to live beside the MV Matthew in their town, the notorious drug ship costing the State €100,000 a week to store and maintain in Passage West.

From 1848 to 1950, over 6 million adults and children emigrated from Ireland – over 2.5 million departed from Cobh in Cork Harbour, making it the single most important port of emigration.

Nearly all these south-facing properties have been extended, upgraded and improved over the years to capitalise on the breathtaking elevated views over Kinsale’s picturesque harbour, looking ...

Since its creation in 1978, the Pride flag has become a universal symbol for the LGBTQ+ community. It represents visibility and hope and reflects the diversity within the LGBTQ+ community.

After a brief operating demonstration, you self-drive a motor-powered Whaly boat (7 knots max) and take in unique views of Cork Harbour Touring Cork Harbour proves to be an exhilarating experience ...

Pride month begins today. It's a time to celebrate the accomplishments of the LGBTQ community. But the word "pride" didn't start out as a symbol for LGBTQ empowerment.

Last Friday May 16th the USS Blue Ridge, Flagship of the US 7th Fleet, sailed into Wellington Harbour and is moored at Aotea Quay until this Thursday. Hopefully it is not bristling with nuclear ...

Why a unicorn is the symbol of the Boston Marathon “It’s probably one of our most frequently asked questions.” Medals are handed out to runners at the finish of the 125th Boston Marathon ...

A dramatic standoff between the U.S. Institute of Peace and the Trump administration ended this week, with a federal judge ruling the government's efforts to dismantle the think tank were illegal.

A mummy’s tale from Cork to Cairo: ‘It’s like the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. His body represents us all’ A new book by the artist Dorothy Cross tells the remarkable story of Cecil, UCC ...

Revamped former nurses' home 'symbol of progress' 2 May 2025. Share Save. Alex Blake. BBC News, Isle of Man. Share Save. BBC. Thie Clag houses 37 one and two-bedroom rental apartments.