Easter

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Orthodox worshippers greet ancient ceremony of the Holy Fire in Jerusalem
Orthodox worshippers greet ancient ceremony of the Holy Fire in Jerusalem
Christian Orthodox worshippers have thronged the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem for one of the most chaotic gatherings in the Christian calendar – the ancient ceremony of the Holy Fire.

Sat, 04 May, 2024

In Pictures: Millions join Easter Sunday celebrations around the world
In Pictures: Millions join Easter Sunday celebrations around the world
Despite concerns around his health, Pope Francis was on good form to lead celebrations across the world on Easter Sunday.

Sun, 31 Mar, 2024

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Gardaí angry over delay in overtime and allowances payments
A statement from An Garda Síochána said that every Garda member gets paid basic pay every week without fail, adding that Garda pay has not been suspended in any Garda district

Fri, 29 Mar, 2024

White House’s annual Easter egg roll to be attended by 40,000 people
White House’s annual Easter egg roll to be attended by 40,000 people
About 40,000 people are expected to participate in Monday’s White House Easter egg roll – approximately 10,000 more people than last year.

Thu, 28 Mar, 2024

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Pray for Ukrainian and Russian people and refugees, urges pope in Easter message
In an Easter message highlighting hope, Pope Francis has invoked prayers for both the Ukrainian and Russian people, praised nations which welcome refugees, and called on Israelis and Palestinians wracked by the latest surge in deadly violence to ...

Sun, 09 Apr, 2023

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Pope celebrates Easter with big crowd in flower-adorned Vatican square
Pope Francis opened a celebration of Mass on Easter Sunday joined by dozens of prelates and tens of thousands of pilgrims and tourists in St Peter’s Square, where spring flowers made the vast space bright.

Sun, 09 Apr, 2023

Pope Francis returns to public eye for Easter vigil Mass
Pope Francis returns to public eye for Easter vigil Mass
The 86-year-old pope is recuperating from bronchitis, which saw him treated in hospital for three days.

Sat, 08 Apr, 2023

Christian faithful mark Palm Sunday in Jerusalem
Christian faithful mark Palm Sunday in Jerusalem
Thousands of Christian pilgrims have participated in Palm Sunday celebrations in Jerusalem at the start of Holy Week.

Sun, 02 Apr, 2023

In Pictures: Spain gears up for colourful Easter street processions
In Pictures: Spain gears up for colourful Easter street processions
Spain is getting ready for one of its most revered holiday periods of the year – Easter. The holy week means thousands of colourful and noisy religious street processions, which draw multitudes on to the streets to watch.

Fri, 31 Mar, 2023

What to expect when travelling from Dublin Airport as new advice issued
What to expect when travelling from Dublin Airport as new advice issued
Passengers flying out of Dublin Airport are now being advised to arrive at the airport up to 2.5 hours before the departure of short-haul flights

Wed, 20 Apr, 2022

Greece Easter COVID Candles
Covid-themed candles are best-sellers in Greece for Orthodox Easter
Pandemic-themed candles that resemble Covid-19 test kits, vaccination syringes and even red-coloured representations of the ball-and-spike shaped virus itself have proved popular in Greece this Easter.

Wed, 20 Apr, 2022

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Pope makes Easter plea for Ukraine peace
Pope Francis has made an anguished Easter Sunday plea for peace in the “senseless” war in Ukraine and in other armed conflicts raging in the world, and cited the “troubling” risk of nuclear warfare.

Sun, 17 Apr, 2022

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Ukrainian mayor attends Vatican Easter vigil
Pope Francis has called for “gestures of peace in these days marked by the horror of war” in an Easter vigil homily in St Peter’s Basilica attended by the mayor of the occupied Ukrainian city of Melitopol.

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

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Barbecued lamb and 'just one really good egg': food and family at Easter
On the second day of our two-day series looking at how Easter has changed in Ireland over the decades, we talk to families and cooks from across the generations

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Dog owners warned to be wary of toxic threats this Easter
Dog owners warned to be wary of toxic threats this Easter
The charity has warned chocolate is not the only cause for concern this springtime

Fri, 15 Apr, 2022

Easter tablescaping: 6 tricks to dressing the table for springtime celebrations
Easter tablescaping: 6 tricks to dressing the table for springtime celebrations
Springtime signals cute chicks, adorable bunnies, bright blooms and beams of bright yellows

Thu, 07 Apr, 2022

Tambov, Russian Federation - April 04, 2013 Four Kinder Surprise Eggs on gray background.
Ten cases of salmonella linked to Kinder chocolates
Ferrero has extended its current food recall to include some additional Kinder products due to a link with an ongoing food-poisoning outbreak, which is affecting Ireland, the UK, and a number of other European countries.

Wed, 06 Apr, 2022

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Follow the Easter Bunny's trail: Five egg hunts to enjoy with your family
Bring your child to an Easter egg hunt to make sweet memories 

Tue, 05 Apr, 2022

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Michelle Darmody: 'Melt-and-make' recipes for leftover chocolate
- Almond-butter cups and chocolate nut and seed bark are among the ideas

Thu, 08 Apr, 2021

Suzanne Harrington: An Easter miracle! I rolled back the stone from my cave and had a garden party
Suzanne Harrington: An Easter miracle! I rolled back the stone from my cave and had a garden party
And lo! As Jesus emerges from lockdown, so too are the frazzled citizens of Brexitland blearily rolling the stones from the front of their caves.

Wed, 07 Apr, 2021

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In Pictures: Christians around the world celebrate Easter
The second Easter of the pandemic era took place around the world with social distancing and other health measures in place.

Sun, 04 Apr, 2021

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Pope says wars amid pandemic are scandalous during Easter address
Pope Francis has used his traditional Easter Sunday address to denounce as “scandalous” how armed conflicts continue to rage on even as the coronavirus pandemic has triggered severe social and economic suffering.

Sun, 04 Apr, 2021

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McDonald marks Easter Sunday by reissuing call for Irish reunification
The Sinn Féin leader urged political leaders to 'show an ambition that matches the hope of a generation rising up' and prepare for Irish unity

Sun, 04 Apr, 2021

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Christians of the world mark Easter amid restrictions imposed during pandemic
Christianity’s most joyous feast day was celebrated worldwide with faithful sitting far apart in pews and singing choruses of “Hallelujah” through face coverings on a second Easter Sunday conditioned by pandemic precautions.

Sun, 04 Apr, 2021

Easter Saturday TV Tips: Walk out in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner
Easter Saturday TV Tips: Walk out in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner
— movie classic, Heat, is on TV; or WWII film, The Pianist, is a harrowing watch 

Sat, 03 Apr, 2021

Currabinny Cooks: How to make roast lamb with mint sauce for Easter dinner
Currabinny Cooks: How to make roast lamb with mint sauce for Easter dinner
So simple, yet so impressive — and serve with a chard and potato galette

Sat, 03 Apr, 2021

Irish Examiner view: Can a nuanced history make for a more inclusive present?
Irish Examiner view: Can a nuanced history make for a more inclusive present?
A fresh eye on the past could rebuild relationships and shape the future

Sat, 03 Apr, 2021

Friday TV Tips: Enda Kenny and Superintendent Ted Hastings on the same show
Friday TV Tips: Enda Kenny and Superintendent Ted Hastings on the same show
Adrian Dunbar's own wife finds it hilarious that Superintendent Ted Hastings is a sex symbol

Fri, 02 Apr, 2021

Coronavirus - Mon Jun 29, 2020
Archbishop says politicians have neglected spiritual wellbeing of people
Archbishop Eamon Martin has compared the differences in Northern Ireland to the Republic, saying an opportunity was missed for 'cautious' gatherings to celebrate Easter

Fri, 02 Apr, 2021

Having A Laugh
8 cracking Easter food treats available for takeaway
From afternoon teas at home to lamb chops delivered to your door, there’s a great selection of seasonal food available this Easter weekend

Thu, 01 Apr, 2021

Yummy bundt cake with frosting
Michelle Darmody: Zesty Easter Bundt cake — and some chocolate recipes too of course
Plus coconut buns that are great fun to decorate

Thu, 01 Apr, 2021

Letters to the Editor: Avoid divide of rich and poor over vaccine
Letters to the Editor: Avoid divide of rich and poor over vaccine
The global community should avoid a rich-poor divide between the Western world and countries of the Global South, in how coronavirus vaccines are distributed.

Wed, 31 Mar, 2021

Irish households set to recycle enough waste this year to fill Aviva Stadium three times
Irish households set to recycle enough waste this year to fill Aviva Stadium three times
Repak makes plea as Ireland prepares to spend its second Easter in lockdown

Tue, 30 Mar, 2021

Girl with bunny ears headband looking at the chihuahua on the kitchen table
Pet Corner: How to have a dog-friendly Easter egg hunt
Chocolate may be a no-go where your dog is concerned but you can still include them in family fun

Mon, 29 Mar, 2021

Darina Allen: How to make hot cross buns for Easter
Darina Allen: How to make hot cross buns for Easter
— plus Simnel Cake, a hot cross bun loaf, and torrejas

Sun, 28 Mar, 2021

Weekend Loves: Easter wreaths, cocktails at home and award-winning chocolate
Weekend Loves: Easter wreaths, cocktails at home and award-winning chocolate
Ruth O'Connor's weekly guide to inspiring ideas and beautiful things

Sat, 27 Mar, 2021

The Menu: Chocolate, things to have with chocolate, and an Easter Sunday roast delivered
The Menu: Chocolate, things to have with chocolate, and an Easter Sunday roast delivered
Bujo Easter Sunday Roast includes 21-day aged Irish striploin served with duck fat roasties, creamy garlic and nutmeg potato gratin, roasted root veg — and apple pie

Sat, 27 Mar, 2021

chocolate easter egg on wood background
Top 8 Irish-produced Easter eggs to suit all tastes
Delicious chocolate options made by local suppliers

Wed, 24 Mar, 2021

Irish Examiner letters: The continued lockdown is causing a lot of harm to people
Irish Examiner letters: The continued lockdown is causing a lot of harm to people
The lights have been turned out and we are told they won’t be turned on again until at the earliest May

Sat, 20 Mar, 2021

Archbishops disappointed at lack of Easter festivities
Archbishops disappointed at lack of Easter festivities
Catholic archbishops say current limit of 10 people at funerals is 'causing untold grief to many families'

Tue, 09 Mar, 2021

'High level' of Covid-19 restrictions 'until Easter', Taoiseach confirms
'High level' of Covid-19 restrictions 'until Easter', Taoiseach confirms
More than 20 new countries will be added to the mandatory quarantine list, including Austria and the UAE 

Thu, 11 Feb, 2021

Good Friday service held in almost empty Dublin cathedral during lockdown
Good Friday service held in almost empty Dublin cathedral during lockdown
The priest was joined only by a small number of socially-distanced choristers.

Fri, 10 Apr, 2020

Hundreds of children send Easter cards to cocooning elderly after Garda appeal
Hundreds of children send Easter cards to cocooning elderly after Garda appeal
Hundreds of children from all over the country have answered a Garda appeal to make cards for the elderly in isolation this Easter.

Fri, 10 Apr, 2020

Five genuine health reasons to enjoy chocolate this Easter weekend
Five genuine health reasons to enjoy chocolate this Easter weekend
Indulging in a little comfort eating lately? Worry not – with Easter just around the corner Maresa Fagan looks at how chocolate can be good for your heart, head, and health

Wed, 08 Apr, 2020

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