Barry Manilow has revealed that he is half Irish and expressed his regret that his family didn’t let him have a relationship with his Irish father. The star, who was born in New York, was raised by his Jewish mother and grandparents.
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Celebration of Irish culture
One of the biggest celebrations of Irish music and culture is to take place in the middle of August in Cavan, Ireland. Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann aims to establish high standards of traditional music. It mainly features traditional music competitions but there are also concerts, parades, céilithe, street sessions and pageants. Competitions are held for… Continue reading Celebration of Irish culture
U2 star’s PA accused of stealing €2.8m
A former assistant of the Irish rock star, U2 bass player Adam Clayton, has gone on trial accused of stealing €2.8m from him. The Circuit Criminal Court in Dublin heard that Carol Hawkins stole 181 cheques and used them to siphon the money out of his two bank accounts. She had been a signatory on… Continue reading U2 star’s PA accused of stealing €2.8m
Facebook set to make U2 star a billionaire
Bono is set to become the richest rock star in the world this afternoon when Facebook finally starts trading on the New York stock market. The star’s investment company, Elevation Partners, bought 2.3% of Facebook in November 2009 for $90m.
Molly Malone statue wrapped in gold
Shoppers walking through Dublin City Centre have been puzzled to see the iconic Molly Malone statue completely covered in gold cloth. (Picture courtesy of @pamille on Twitter)There was no sign to explain the sudden cover-up so what was going on?
