In the land of stout and spirits, Ireland's first 'dry pub'

Bar manager Anna Walsh said before The Virgin Mary no-alcohol pub opened, they did not know if it would be able to create the same atmosphere as a traditional pub. But once the pub had filled up, there was no difference. [AFP]

It's happy hour in Dublin and the drinks are flowing, but in Ireland's first "dry pub" patrons are forgoing Guinness and whiskey for non-boozy beers and zero percent wine.