Rory Gallagher, Van Morrison and the Clancys were among the Irish musicians influenced by Lead Belly, writes Richard Fitzpatrick.

It’s always fun to see what’s happening on the food scene in New York.

A former candidate for New York governor who became widely famous online for declaring his rent is "too damn high" is facing eviction for - you guessed it - rent problems.

I never thought I’d replace Cork Coffee Roasters after moving to New York.

During the last days of May 1995, two monumental New York Yankee debuts occurred within a week of each other.

Richard Fitzpatrick picks his top summer reads — don’t go to the beach without one of these in your bag.

Increasingly, Irish bar and restaurant owners in New York City are turning away from the tried and tested ‘Oirish’ pub model, with stylish updates. And it’s working, writes John Riordan (Picture: Saul Martinez)

Scarlett Johansson has sparked rumours she is engaged.

From Sandy to the elections, New York has dominated the headlines. Resident expert Douglas Rogers encourages tourists to return to the city with his best budget tips.

Tom Cruise is set to buy a new home in New York City so he can spend more time with daughter Suri.

Katie Holmes said that she is “all right” as details of her separation from husband Tom Cruise unfold.

Texan singer St Vincent tells Ed Power why her new record continues a penchant for creating music that is so personal and intense

Douglas village is the location for a convenient penthouse, as Tommy Barker reports.

A TOP fashion boutique has become the latest victim of the recession.

LIVING in some elegance in inner Douglas is an option for first-timers or downsizers, with the sale of a two-bedroom apartment in the Watergold development.

Courtney Love has been scolded by a judge after she showed up more than five hours late for a Manhattan court appearance.

Justin Timberlake is in negotiations to star in the big screen version of the musical Rent.

Ethan Hawke says he fell in love with Uma Thurman as he stood behind her in the queue for the cashpoint machine.