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<p> Sabina Coyne Higgins' letter about the war in Ukraine was published on the President of Ireland’s website, and was praised by Yury Filatov, the Russian ambassador to Ireland. Picture: Maxwells </p>

FF senator: Sabina Higgins 'totally wrong' in Ukraine War letter

Malcolm Byrne called on President Michael D Higgins to publicly outline Ireland’s continued support for Ukraine

Sun, 31 Jul, 2022

Michael D Higgins attends public screening of The Irish Revolution in Cork

President Michael D Higgins was among the crowd at Cork Opera House last night for the first public screening of an episode of The Irish Revolution, a major documentary collaboration between UCC and RTÉ. Narrated by Cillian Murphy, the three-part adaptation of the hugely successful book, The Atlas of the Irish Revolution, begins on RTÉ One next Monday.

Wed, 30 Jan, 2019

We meet costume designer Joan Bergin on the set of Vikings

She dressed our own First Lady, Bowie and has been on-set designer for everything from Vikings to The Tudors. Ahead of her appearance at the Fastnet Film Festival, Clodagh Finn watches Joan Bergin at work at Ashford Studios.

Sat, 21 May, 2016

<p>Eddie Lenihan talks about the Black & Tans in the latest episode of his podcast. Picture:Valerie O'Sullivan</p>

Podcast Corner: Black & Tans, Cheltenham and magic mushrooms - selection of Irish podcasts

For the week that's in it, here are four podcasts offering insight into different areas of Irish life

Tue, 15 Mar, 2022

<p>The bullet-riddled minibus at the scene where 10 Protestant workmen were shot dead in an IRA massacre at Kingsmill, Co Armagh, in 1976.</p>

Letters to the Editor: Glorification of IRA campaign is a barrier to reconciliation

I am certain that the overwhelming majority of people on the island of Ireland are appalled at the statement made by Sinn Féin first minister-designate Michelle O’Neill in her recent BBC interview in which she stated there was no alternative to the ...

Sat, 06 Aug, 2022

<p> Anna Losty from Co Meath with a three year old Hampshire Ram at the National Ploughing Championships, Ratheniska, Co Laois. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

Furrowed brows relax as ploughing finally makes welcome return

It is the Holy Grail of farming and country life festivals, and for three years its absence has been keenly felt. For Nora Power though, the return of the Ploughing Championships after its Covid-enforced absence is bitter sweet.

Tue, 20 Sep, 2022

New BreastCheck unit to open in Cork city

BreastCheck Programme Manager Suzanne Lynch said that access is one barrier for those availing of the screening programme and hopes that this new unit will address that issue.

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024

Protester who called President 'parasite midget' spared jail sentence

A water protester, who shouted abuse at President Michael D Higgins and called him a “parasite midget”, has been spared a jail sentence.

Tue, 06 Sep, 2016

<p class="contextmenu Body Body">It is understood that the President gifted the copy of his 2015 poem ‘The Profits are Weeping’ to a friend, who has now donated it to the charity auction. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins</p>

President's hand-written poem to be auctioned for Gaza

Meanwhile, Siptu and Cork Trades Council are calling on the Government to introduce laws to protect workers who boycott Israeli goods and services

Sun, 25 Feb, 2024

<p>President Higgins meets Premier Li Qiang. Picture: Maxwells</p>

Chinese premier meets with President Higgins and Taoiseach as part of State visit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has met with President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar as part of his two-day State visit to Ireland.

Wed, 17 Jan, 2024

<p>Ailbhe Gerrard, founder of the Field Exchange festival, on the grounds of Brookfield Farm, an award-winning organic farm, agri-tourism hub and conservation area for the native Irish honey bee.</p>

Field Exchange agri-food festival to return in September

The three-day programme on the shores of Lough Derg features art installations, musical performances, expert speakers, and lunch designed by acclaimed chef Valentine Warner

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025

<p>Jill Biden's love jacket has been making headlines today. Picture: Patrick Semansky / AP</p>

Jill Biden's spreading love and looks top notch while doing so

The US first lady's jacket is drawing comparisons online to Melania Trump's controversial painted parka

Fri, 11 Jun, 2021

<p>President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina receive Princess Anne at Áras an Uachtaráin on Wednesday. Pictures: Gareth Chaney/PA Wire</p>

Feline fine: President Michael D Higgins hosts Britain's Princess Anne — and a cat — at Áras

Princess Anne described Áras an Uachtaráin as a 'nice spot'

Wed, 06 Aug, 2025

Winners of the Rehab People of the Year Awards revealed

Historian Catherine Corless, the Irish Coast Guard, crew of Rescue 116, rugby referee Joy Neville and campaigner Vera Twomey were among those honoured at tonight’s Rehab People of the Year Awards.

Mon, 16 Apr, 2018

President Higgins laid a wreath as part of 1916 commemorations

President Michael D Higgins has laid a wreath at the spot where 15 rebels were executed for their part in the 1916 Easter Rising.

Sun, 27 Mar, 2016

<p>Irish president Michael D Higgins and wife Sabina Coyne (PA)</p>

Sabina Higgins letter ‘a slap in the face’ for Ukrainian refugees in Ireland

President Michael D Higgins has faced calls to clarify his position on the Ukraine conflict after his wife’s letter to an Irish newspaper.

Sun, 31 Jul, 2022

Migraine: The serious symptoms of an attack and five tips to reduce pain

It's a debilitating neurological condition, but the serious symptoms of an attack are often dismissed. Some well-known sufferers talk about their experiences

Sun, 26 Sep, 2021

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Taoiseach Leo Varadkar welcomes Chinese premier Li Qiang, to Farmleigh House in Dublin today. <span lang="EN-US">Mr Varadkar said the Government needed to be “frank” with the Chinese government on human rights matters. </span>Photo: Niall Carson/PA</p>

Leo Varadkar dismisses claim he said Taiwan should be reunified with China

China has been accused of 'crimes against humanity' in the Xinjiang region over its treatment of Uyghers and Muslims by Human Rights Watch