In a move marking a significant turning point for the Cistercian Oder of Ireland, the monks at the historic Mellifont Abbey ...

Abbot Columba McCann - the seventh abbot of Glenstal Abbey - was elected by his community of 28 Benedictine monks earlier ...

There are countless international beers available in the US. We've rounded up several of the best underrated and lesser-known ...

Co Offaly former teacher James Scully, this year’s Heritage Hero, has a passion for local history and for walks along the Grand Canal ...

From stunning towns and cities to awe-inspiring national parks and ancient monuments, we've picked out the most beautiful ...

Barry McGuigan’s Clones – the hidden gem in North Monaghan packs a punch as a staycation destination if you are looking plan ...

AN Irish county has been named one of the “best places to go in Europe next year” – with stunning landscapes and rich history ...

Later when Kenneth MacAlpin united the Picts and Scots into the Kingdom of Scotland, St. Andrew became the patron saint.

Pope Francis will deliver an address today at an interfaith conference hosted by the Sivagiri Monastery at the Vatican. The ...

Lord Mayor of Westminster Robert Rigby and Mayor of Oslo Anne Lindboe have together chopped down the Norwegian spruce, in the ...

It's been a bumper year for Cork-related books.  Marjorie Brennan picks dozens of the highlights that may be of use for ...