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Dogs not welcome if we want to to enjoy the spectacle of returning overwintering birds
Pets should be kept away or kept on leash as bay welcomes these beautiful visitors
Why London looks better than ever for a business shindig
In fragile times, it pays to view your own city through the eyes of strangers
Three Irish observatories draw on combined history in push for Unesco recognition
Dunsink, Birr and Armagh join forces to seek World Heritage status
Fleadh Cheoil 2026: Ticket information, accommodation, how to get there and more
Everything you need to know about the Irish music and culture festival in Belfast
Application submitted for Gaelic football to be recognised by Unesco
GAA and LFGA submission will be adjudicated in coming months with a decision expected in 2027
Caolan Robertson: From noted propagandist to pro-Ukraine ‘gonzo journalist’ with 1m followers
Pro-Ukraine journalist from Kilkenny who made waves over Aughinish Alumina reflects vast change in consumption of news
‘My sister was, like, you don’t have to fit in – you’re weird, and it’s okay that you’re weird’
The triple Grammy winner Cécile McLorin Salvant makes music that’s restlessly experimental and entirely her own
Ten killed and 1,000-year-old monastery damaged in latest Russian attacks on Ukraine
Strike on Unesco-listed complex ‘one of Russia’s most serious crimes against Christian culture to date’, says Zelenskiy
Wine and travel: John Wilson’s favourite wine trips from Spain to New Zealand
Avoiding the beaten track can lead to a cheaper and possibly more enriching experience for travellers who appreciate a good glass or bottle
A key note about music
For children living in terrible circumstances, access to music and culture can be a counterpoint to trauma
The Ijen volcano: Can this East Java marvel live up to the Instagram hype?
Is the much Instagrammed destination worth the hype?
‘If I didn’t do it now, I would be too old’: Skellig Michael opens to first summer weekend visitors
World Heritage monastic island opened to the first tourists of the summer season last week
Former attorney general loses legal challenge to Slane bypass planning approval
John Rogers argued An Coimisiún Pleanála did not have access to sufficient expertise required to examine certain environmental impacts of project
At least seven killed in Ukraine after Russia launches attacks using almost 1,000 drones
Barrage marks one of largest aerial bombardments of country since start of full-scale invasion in 2022
About 4,500 woollen scarves at the heart of Ireland’s diplomacy plans for Europe
Plus: Grand Unesco plans for the Border, a ban on vegan liver and a fada where it possibly shouldn’t be in Kildare
Anger as strikes on Iran damage some of its most cherished cultural jewels
At least six heritage sites have damaged in the war being waged by Israel and the United States
Bull Island is nature’s gift to Dubliners. They haven’t been grateful
Once a haven for wildlife, its famed hares and many birds have disappeared
Making the most of Marrakesh: Can the ‘land of God’ become a top global tourist destination?
The city’s colour and vibrancy leaves an immediate impression, just watch out for hawkers and monkey handlers
Six Irish sport stars will become sporting diplomats for country
Failure to play Israel Nations League fixture would primarily disadvantage Ireland, says Minister for Sport
Leaks, fires, rodents: crumbling Palace of Westminster symbolises decline of modern Britain
It could take up to 60 years to revamp, according to a new report
Skellig Michael vulnerable to climate change and Atlantic weather extremes, report shows
Document outlines measures taken by OPW such as installation of ‘crash decks’ which help to reduce risks to the ancient monastic site
Captivating Kazakhstan, where striking landscapes give way to staggering ones
With its high-definition, turbo-charged scenery, a trip through Kazakhstan feels like a moment out of time
AI: Are we empowering students - or outsourcing the skills we aim to cultivate?
AI literacy is essential for preparing students to succeed in a future shaped by this technology
‘We must survive’: Lviv fights to keep lights on as Russia bombards Ukrainian energy grid
Mayor of city, which is less than 100km from the Polish border, says EU neighbours are ‘in dreamworld’ over threat from Moscow
Former attorney general to challenge Slane bypass planning approval in High Court
John Rogers says his lands and Unesco World Heritage Site will be affected by project
‘Everyone is digging for gold now’: Desperate Syrians resort to scouring ancient sites
Security vacuum after Assad downfall has led to plundering for Greek, Roman and Byzantine artefacts
How plans for new Guggenheim museum have triggered major biodiversity row in Spain
Proposed Guggenheim development in Guernica faces opposition over ecological concerns
Restoring biodiversity on the Yangtze river: ‘You have to do some balancing and make some difficult choices’
Home to several rare species and the world’s largest hydroelectric power station, protecting human life and biodiversity on the Yangtze river is a difficult balancing act
Ferries to Skellig Michael likely to be affected over summer months
High Court judicial review initiated over awarding of permits to bring passengers on to island off Co Kerry coast
Ireland’s astronomical observatories to be put forward for international recognition from Unesco
Birr, Dunsink and Armagh sites could get world heritage status
Five days in San Sebastián and Bilbao: Both Basque cities are beautiful but one became my favourite
Delicious pintxos, extraordinary art and easy-going locals – what’s not to love about a short-hop trip to the two northern cities?
The Amergin Step: An Exploration in the Imagination of Iveragh by Paddy Bushe
Erudite and entertaining writer takes reader on journey with rich narrative tapestry of history, music and anecdote
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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