There are reasons to be optimistic that the remains of Irish war hero Patrick Sarsfield will be identified, writes Clodagh Finn

The 10-page account of her travels in May 1908 is the work of a sensitive, eloquent observer, wise beyond her years

A Potter centenary might prompt some general discussion on the lack of visibility of Irish women in the streets of our cities, towns, and villages

The next time you are in Rome, recall Rosemary Barrett-Murphy who led  a rich and varied life

ROLL up! Roll up! Meet Pablo Paddington, the 19th-century circus acrobat whose many monikers reveal the most intriguing tale.

While waiving her anonymity, Gisèle did much more than expose the pervasiveness of rape culture: She gave us a rousing catchphrase and sharpened our collective determination to use it

Trailblazing presenter carved out a path where there was none before

While they were cast out of society, they succeeded in creating their own subculture, one which offered them 'emotional and physical support, a certain degree of protection and indeed human validation'

On Wednesday, spare a thought for Kathleen O'Connell from Ballydehob on the 79th anniversary of her death, one of the ordinary, extraordinary women rebels whose legacy has been forgotten, until now

Here's a brief introduction to 24 women from the ancient to recent past who will inspire you