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The spookiest ancient Irish myths and legends surrounding Halloween...

By Michelle K. SmithWednesday, October 1, 2014Samhain, the ancient Irish festival that became Halloween as we know it, was an important date in Irish lore. Read more

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The mystery of Celtic and Irish symbols (IrishCentral)

By Antoinette KellyWednesday, October 1, 2014The symbols and signs of our forefathers, the ancient Celts. Read more

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Expert on British collusion during the Troubles appeals to Irish in America...

By Kayla HertzThursday, October 2, 2014Anne Cadwallader, author of bestseller “Lethal Allies” talks about British collusion in the Troubles. Read more

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Ireland's strangest and scariest ghost sightings and apparitions (IrishCentral)

By Kerry O'SheaThursday, October 2, 2014Ireland has a rich history of sightings of ghosts and spirits all around the country. Do you believe in ghosts? Read more

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Death, immortality and family secrets in Brooklyn's Irishtown (PHOTOS)...

By Charles R. HaleThursday, October 2, 2014Why are some Irish families so quiet about the past? Read more

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The eight sacred Celtic holidays of the year (IrishCentral)

By Molly MuldoonThursday, October 2, 2014Christianity adapted many of their feast days to match. Read more

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New evidence that man who shot Michael Collins met him twice before ambush...

By Casey EganFriday, October 3, 2014New information from military files about “Sonny” O’Neill, the man thought to have killed Michael Collins. Read more

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Celebrate family history month with Findmypast (IrishCentral)

By Megan CharnleyFriday, October 3, 2014October is family history month. Get ready for some exciting genealogy stories from findmypast. Read more

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Tales of love, loss and bravery: Irish migration stories (IrishCentral)

By Niall CullenFriday, October 3, 2014Irish people have been emigrating for hundreds of years, leaving home and their worldly possessions behind. Read more

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Exciting family history facts and tips about county Cork (IrishCentral)

By Brian DonovanFriday, October 3, 2014Do you have ancestors from Cork? Check out these tips to help you with your genealogical search. Read more

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The Genealogy Event takes place in NYC this October (IrishCentral)

By Bridget BrayFriday, October 3, 2014The event, in partnership with The National Archives at New York City, will take place on October 17th & 18th. Read more

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Top ten most popular Irish language baby names for girls (IrishCentral)

By Kayla HertzSaturday, October 4, 2014Ireland’s most popular Irish language names for girls, and their meanings. Read more

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Ireland’s sacred spaces and the ancient art of healing (PHOTOS) (IrishCentral)

By Rosari KingstonSaturday, October 4, 2014Celtic spirituality has always been closely associated with nature. Read more

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Tragic shipwreck of 99 Great Hunger victims at Cohasset remembered...

By Jane WalshSaturday, October 4, 2014Galway emigrants lost their lives in sight of the land where they hoped to start their new lives. Read more

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Unseen photos of JFK and Jackie “wedding of the century” to be auctioned...

By James O'SheaSaturday, October 4, 2014Treasure trove of new pictures found taken by back up photographer. Read more

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The top ten most influential Irish people of all time (IrishCentral)

By Frieda KlotzSaturday, October 4, 2014From Queen Maeve to Samantha Powers, who would you include on a list of great Irish Gaels? Read more

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Top facts about President John F Kennedy you never knew (IrishCentral)

By Michelle K SmithSaturday, October 4, 2014President John F Kennedy's life and death have captivated the American audience. Read more

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The best Irish studies programs in North America (IrishCentral)

By Meghan SweeneyMonday, October 4, 2010Irish Studies programs at North American universities is a growing trend. Read more

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Top ten Irish traditions for Halloween (PHOTOS) (IrishCentral)

By Cathy HayesSunday, October 5, 2014Some ancient and some more recent traditions from Ireland that have stuck over the years. Read more

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Top ten most popular Irish language baby names for boys (IrishCentral)

By Kayla HertzSunday, October 5, 2014Ireland’s most popular Irish language names for boys, and their meanings. Read more

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