A life in a day at a Derry school in 1972
In 1967, aged 11, I was sent to “the Brow,” the Christian Brothers School in Derry, Northern Ireland. The school was perched on the Brow… Read More »A life in a day at a Derry school in 1972
On This Day: The Lusitania sunk off the coast of Co Cork
The disasters of the RMS Titanic and the RMS Lusitania were two of the greatest maritime tragedies of their era. In April of 1912, the… Read More »On This Day: The Lusitania sunk off the coast of Co Cork
Ireland receives second group of Palestinian children in need of healthcare
Four Palestinian children arrived in Dublin on Monday, May 5 to receive healthcare treatment in Ireland. The four children who arrived via Dublin Airport yesterday… Read More »Ireland receives second group of Palestinian children in need of healthcare
Ireland’s most beautiful landscape – Beara, West Cork
Ireland has no shortage of beautiful landscapes, but could Beara be the best? A winter’s night in Beara is like being in the heart of… Read More »Ireland’s most beautiful landscape – Beara, West Cork
Ireland’s most underrated landmarks
Ireland is celebrated for its lush landscapes, vibrant cities, and iconic sites, but some of its landmarks are less famous than others. Whilst the Guinness… Read More »Ireland’s most underrated landmarks
On This Day: Edward Daly, the Easter Rising leader was executed
The Easter Rising, the rebellion which took place over the course of five days in Dublin in 1916, forever changed the course of Irish history… Read More »On This Day: Edward Daly, the Easter Rising leader was executed
Exploring the charm and beauty of County Cavan
From tranquil lakes to ancient castles, Cavan has something for everyone, whether you’re a history enthusiast, nature lover, or adventure seeker. We delve into the… Read More »Exploring the charm and beauty of County Cavan
On This Day: Easter Rising rebel leader Padraig Pearse was executed
The 1916 Easter Rising, the rebellion that took place over the course of five days in Dublin and forever changed the course of Irish history,… Read More »On This Day: Easter Rising rebel leader Padraig Pearse was executed
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Diary of Co Armagh soldier, 17, killed at Battle of the Somme
The diary of a 17-year-old soldier from Co Armagh who died on the first day of the Battle of the Somme highlights the horrors of… Read More »Diary of Co Armagh soldier, 17, killed at Battle of the Somme
Trump’s Irish Ambassador nominee pressed on Palestine in Senate confirmation hearing
Edward Walsh, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to be the next US Ambassador to Ireland, was pressed on Ireland’s attitudes toward Israel and Palestine during… Read More »Trump’s Irish Ambassador nominee pressed on Palestine in Senate confirmation hearing