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Irish Presidency Sets Out EU Agenda Before Parliament Committees
Europe

Irish Presidency Sets Out EU Agenda Before Parliament Committees

Ireland's Coastal Communities Gain Recognition for Seafood-Driven Culinary Identity
Culinary

Ireland's Coastal Communities Gain Recognition for Seafood-Driven Culinary Identity

Stone and Scripture: Ireland's Medieval Abbeys Stand as Living Records of a Monastic Past
Culture

Stone and Scripture: Ireland's Medieval Abbeys Stand as Living Records of a Monastic Past

Europe

Irish Presidency Sets Out EU Agenda Before Parliament Committees

A series of Irish ministers appeared before European Parliament committees on 13 and 14 July to present the priorities of Ireland's Council Presidency, which runs until the end of 2026. Key themes included EU competitive…

Sebastian Thornleigh
August 17, 2026
Irish Presidency Sets Out EU Agenda Before Parliament Committees
Culinary

Ireland's Coastal Communities Gain Recognition for Seafood-Driven Culinary Identity

A growing number of restaurants along Ireland's Atlantic coastline have built reputations around locally sourced seafood, drawing visitors and culinary attention to towns once known primarily for fishing. The trend reflects both the country's maritime geography and a broader European appetite for regional, provenance-focused dining.

Culture

Stone and Scripture: Ireland's Medieval Abbeys Stand as Living Records of a Monastic Past

Scattered across Ireland's landscapes, ancient abbeys and monastic ruins document over a millennium of religious, artistic, and cultural history. These sites continue to draw scholars and visitors seeking to understand the island's formative centuries.

Culture

Ireland's Rich Literary Tradition Continues to Shape Writers Across Generations

Ireland's long history of celebrated authors and poets remains a powerful force in contemporary literary culture, drawing readers, scholars, and emerging writers to its cultural institutions. From state-supported arts programs to internationally recognized festivals, the country maintains an active infrastructure dedicated to preserving and expanding its literary heritage.

Travel

Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way Draws Growing Numbers of Long-Distance Hikers

Ireland's extensive network of coastal walking routes has emerged as a major draw for outdoor enthusiasts across Europe and beyond. The country's rugged western coastline, in particular, offers some of the most dramatic and accessible trail systems on the continent.

Ireland