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Irish Mosque Opens Doors to the Homeless Amidst First Hurricane in 50 Years
When was Ireland preparing for its first hurricane in 50 years, this mosque was making sure that every citizen was safe – even the...
Catholic Church to Make Record Divestment From Fossil Fuels
Over 40 different Catholic institutions have announced a divestment from fossil fuels, making it the largest Catholic alliance against climate change yet.
This Pup Was a Ringbearer at His Owner’s Wedding – and the Pictures are Adorable
When this dapper looking pup was asked to be the honorary ring bearer at his owners' wedding, he didn't hesitate to say “I do”.
Sean...
10 Years After Ban, the Number of UK Smokers Falls to Record Low
It's been ten years since the United Kingdom introduced a ban on smoking inside enclosed public spaces – and the legislation has clearly paid...
FBI Helps Irish Family Recover Stolen Heirloom After 10 Years
After a precious painting was stolen straight out of their home 10 years ago, this Irish family has finally been reunited with their heirloom,...
Postal Workers Shut Down Local Mailbox – to Keep Nesting Birds in Peace
The postal service is not about to be responsible for the uprooting of a tiny bird family – not if they can help it.
Ireland's postal...
Barber Goes Extra Mile For Boy With Autism, Cuts Hair in the Car
When this 16-year-old boy started having anxiety in the middle of a haircut, his mom figured he would be walking away with half a head...
Irish Beach Washed Away 33 Years Ago Has Just Returned Overnight
The tourism in this tiny Irish town has suffered since their beautiful swath of beach was washed away 33 years ago.
But just as suddenly...
Ailing 130-Year-old Tree Adorned With Prayer Flags in Tribute Before Being Felled
In a final tribute before chainsaws would cut this giant down due to poor health, gardeners adorned a 130-year-old Monterey cypress tree with Tibetan...
Public Wifi Has Quintupled in Europe Giving Free Access to Millions More
In this digital age of technology, internet access is essential – and according to this Ireland-based network security company, millions more companies and communities will have Wifi in...
Couple Creates Safety Alarm for Female Joggers ‘As Loud as a Rock Concert’
There's already several apps and devices on the market that are designed to help keep women safe – but this one is worth singing...
Restaurant Only Serves Meals Lovingly Made by Grandmas From Around the World
Everybody knows that there is nothing quite like grandma's cooking.
That's why Jody Scaravella created a restaurant that is only run entirely by grandmothers.
Every day...
Mystery Woman Donates Rare Bill Worth $62K to Help Youth
An unidentified woman from Northern Ireland accidentally found a five pound note that was actually worth a fortune. But the lucky anonymous woman didn't...
Dad Creates App to Help Daughter Communicate
Since Rob Laffan's daughter Sadie has nonverbal autism, trying to communicate what she wanted or felt to her parents was terribly frustrating.
That's why Rob...
Irish Parliament Passes Historic Fossil Fuel Divestment Bill
Last Thursday, Irish Parliament passed a historic bill that would lead Ireland to becoming the first country in the world to divest its sovereign...
Plastic Bags on U.K. Beaches Have Dropped by Almost Half Since 5p Tax
Since the plastic bag tax has been introduced to the United Kingdom, there have been 40% less plastic bags per 100 meters of beach.
Man Leaves Irish Waiter $750 Tip to Fly His Girlfriend and Newborn Baby Home
Christmas came early for Ben Millar after a compassionate patron left him a hefty gratuity for a flight home to the Emerald Isle.
Ben was...
Icelandic Postal Workers Go Above and Beyond When There is No Address – Just a Hand-Drawn Map
These tourists didn't have a name or address to send their Icelandic hosts a thank you card – but apparently, the postal service didn't need either.
170 Nations Celebrate A Pledge to Eliminate Super Harmful Greenhouse Gas
Countries big, small, wealthy, and poor have just signed an agreement that could save the planet from 70 billion tons of carbon dioxide.
Days-old Puppy Rescued From Trash Pile Thanks to Clever Dog
Autumn may have been left for dead, but Poppy the terrier wasn't going to leave until the newly-born pup was rescued.