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Tara M. Clapper enjoys exploring her Irish American heritage through literature, writing and attending Irish cultural events. She is a freelance writer living in the Philadelphia area.

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Celtic Thunder announcement: Live chat and Valentine contest

Sunday, February 7th, 2010 · 4 comments

Celtic Thunder is now taking pre-orders for their latest album, It's Entertainment. To promote the upcoming...
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How to save for a vacation to Ireland

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 · 2 comments

In this difficult economy, vacations can seem opulent and out of reach. However, now is a great time to save for...
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Does Irish brogue compound the iPad problem?

Thursday, January 28th, 2010 · 4 comments

The Irish brogue recently rated sexiest in polls--but would that change depending on what the speaker was saying? For example, what about the new...
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Travel to Ireland and Northern Ireland: Swine flu still a concern

Thursday, January 28th, 2010 · 1 comment

The H1N1 swine flu is still out there and active, affecting those at risk due to previous conditions in particular. This week, the swine flu caused...
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Guidos and guidettes, micks and mickettes

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The MTV reality hit Jersey Shore features a group of Italian Americans referring to themselves proudly as...
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Kennedy's seat lost to Republican

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BOSTON - CNN reports a Republican victory in Massachusetts in a contested race between Democrat Martha Coakley and the now-incumbent Republican Scott...
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Examining Irish Americans and the white supremacy movement on Martin Luther King Day

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There is an aspect of Irish immigration and the presence of the Irish in America that many in our Irish American community shy away from discussing:...
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Irish and Irish Americans focus on Haiti earthquake

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Following the disastrous earthquake in Haiti, the world focuses on the recovery of the Haitian people--how best to get aid to them and how to rebuild....
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Best Irish American album of decade contest winner

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Irish American band Black 47 won Irish Central's poll, taking the spot of "Best Irish American Album of the Decade" for their 2000 album...
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Irish items in Mafia Wars Facebook mini game

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Mafia Wars is an incredibly popular and addictive mini game. It's a flash-based game playable via Facebook and...
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