Discover Ireland’s Top Seaside Towns for Delicious Dining

Emerging Trends in Irish Seaside Dining: A 2026 Outlook The Rise of Coastal Culinary Experiences Irish seaside towns are redefining their culinary landscapes, blending local traditions with global influences. At Solas Tapas in Dingle, for example, dishes like Dingle lobster ravioli showcase the area’s marine bounty. Did you know? Michelin’s recent recognition of Kinsale in … Read more

Army Bomb Squad Evacuates Cork Homes After Discovery

Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams cleared a suspicious device in Bandon, West Cork, on Thursday, June 18, 2026, following the evacuation of local homes. A cordon was established near Laurel Walk to facilitate the operation, which concluded with the device’s removal and the lifting of the cordon by 10 p.m. that evening. … Read more

Key Witness in Sophie Toscan du Plantier Case Dies in West Cork

The Fading Witness: How Time Impacts Cold Case Investigations The recent passing of Shirley Foster, the neighbor who discovered the body of Sophie Toscan du Plantier in West Cork, marks another chapter closing in one of Ireland’s most enduring mysteries. As witnesses from the 1996 investigation pass away, the landscape of criminal justice—specifically regarding cold … Read more