Van Morrison
Irish journalist exploring the intersections of politics, culture, and identity across Ireland and the wider Celtic world.
Articles by Van
West Ham Legacy: A Fan's Nostalgic Journey Through Football History
A touching journey through West Ham United's history through the eyes of a lifelong fan, capturing the essence of 1980s football culture and community spirit in East London.
Japan Seeks Early US Auto Tariff Cuts in Trump Trade Negotiations
Japanese PM Ishiba signals readiness for direct talks with Trump to accelerate US auto tariff reductions, defending unconventional approach to secure trade deal implementation amid economic uncertainty.
Dublin Dominate Meath in Ladies Football Championship Clash
Dublin takes commanding 2-8 to 0-2 lead over Meath in All-Ireland Ladies Football Championship final at Croke Park, with Niamh Hetherton and Nicole Owens leading the charge.
Irish Central Bank Chief Warns Against Economic Over-Stimulation
Irish Central Bank Governor Gabriel Makhlouf warns against excessive economic stimulus in upcoming budget, citing risks of over-stimulation in an economy at full employment.
Dublin and Meath Set for Epic Ladies Football Final Showdown
Dublin and Meath prepare for an epic All-Ireland ladies football final showdown at Croke Park, with both teams featuring star players and new management looking to write their names into the history books.
Dublin's Principle HR Expands to US Market in Strategic Growth Move
Dublin-based Principle HR announces US expansion plans as part of international growth strategy, building on €10 million revenue and successful UK operations. Enterprise Ireland support drives sustainable growth.
Johnson Controls' €8.1bn HVAC Sale Marks Strategic Shift to Building Tech
Johnson Controls completes €8.1bn sale of HVAC business to Bosch, transforming into a pure-play building solutions provider with focus on technology and services. Net proceeds reach €5.0bn after taxes.
Ireland Women's Cricket Team Gears Up for Pakistan T20I Series
Cricket Ireland names 14-member women's squad for T20I series against Pakistan, featuring returning spinner Freya Sargent and captain Gaby Lewis approaching her 100th T20I milestone.
Rising Anti-Indian Violence in Dublin Sparks Embassy Safety Alert
Indian Embassy in Dublin issues urgent safety advisory following rise in attacks on Indian nationals, including a violent incident in Tallaght. Local authorities investigate possible hate crime angle.
Irish Mining Investment: Major Insider Buy at Blackrock Silver Corp
Major insider 2176423 Ontario Ltd. demonstrates strong confidence in Blackrock Silver Corp. with multiple share purchases totaling over C$1.1 million, signaling positive outlook for mining sector investment.