Ireland’s presidential race is soon to begin gathering pace, with major names emerging as potential candidates. Who will take on the challenge of Áras an Uachtaráin?

Unlike his respected family, there is little sympathy for the Porsche-driving McDonnell in the town where his persona ‘wasn’t really in keeping with the kind of town Tralee is’

A linguistic slip — or strategic play? Taoiseach’s Dáil exchange sparks debate over language, politics, and truth

Politicians are doing a great disservice to a bereaved family

Between them, the Republican movement and the British state are determined that there will not be a full reckoning with the past

Bob Dylan has always seen things that are beyond the vision of most of us

An Bord Pleanála’s final inquiry whitewashes malpractice allegations, rewriting history and raising troubling questions about accountability

Whether America and all it purports to represent can outlive this individual will be the story of the coming years

The President's popularity is unquestionable but his successor should not use the office to openly criticise policy

With over €193,000 owed by the former teacher in fines, one must ask if there is any point in sending Enoch Burke back to prison and perceived martyrdom