Terence MacSwiney would have welcomed Ukrainian refugees, says Minister
McGrath says generation of revolutionary leaders wanted to create an inclusive Ireland
Brixton
100 years ago today: Mary MacSwiney’s marathon speech against the Treaty
MacSwiney’s uncompromising republicanism was eventually rejected
The Specials: Protest Songs 1924-2012 – still railing against injustice
Coventry’s ska heroes are back and taking a stand for Black Lives Matter
Sarah Everard: Couzens will die in jail after ‘grotesque’ murder
Whole life order issued given seriousness of case and misuse of police officer’s role
Staging the Treaty: This marathon production will recreate debates a century later
Some 100 years ago TDs made the most important choice in the history of Irish State
‘Toto are probably my favourite band of all time. Their lyrics are so bad they’re good’
Jess Murphy of Kai Restaurant shares her Spotify playlist of tracks she’s been listening to
Mná 100: Maureen O’Carroll among women celebrated on historical website
Mother of entertainer Brendan O’Carroll was elected as Labour TD in 1954
Netflix: 10 of the best new shows to watch in May
Ewan McGregor as Halston and the return of Special are among the month’s highlights
Dave Hannigan: When the IRA tried to burn down Old Trafford in 1921
Attempt ahead of FA Cup semi came during a frenetic time for the IRA in Manchester
‘Forgotten’ Lord Mayor highlighted burning of Cork in US, says academic
Donal Óg O Callaghan played vital role in garnering support for Irish independence
Family proud of Irish volunteer ancestor who died on hunger strike in 1920
Death of Joe Murphy in Cork ‘overshadowed’ by passing of Terence MacSwiney on same day
Horse named after Terence MacSwiney wins big race in England
Jim Bolger owned MacSwiney victorious a day before centenary of former Lord Mayor of Cork’s death
How Terence MacSwiney’s death led to estrangement between his wife and daughter
Mother and daughter, Muriel and Máire MacSwiney, did not speak for 50 years
One hundred years ago: The first IRA prisoner dies on hunger strike
Michael Fitzgerald preceded the death of Cork mayor Terence MacSwiney by eight days
Family of martyred Cork lord mayor welcome conference to mark centenary
UCC and Cork City Council host online event discussing impact of Terence MacSwiney’s death on hunger strike in 1920
Cork hunger strike exhibition ‘to educate youth about Irish freedom’
Taoiseach Micheál Martin visits Cork museum providing fresh insights on conflict
‘My hope is to replace Tottenham’s notoriety with compassion and insight’
Broadwater by Jac Shreeves-Lee seeks to tell different stories about a once troubled part of London
From Narnia to Harry Potter: The grown-up messages in children’s books
Many children’s books are written with conscious messages in mind, even if child readers don’t realise it
Johnson warns against ‘taking too many liberties’ with Covid-19 guidance
Fears over crowded beaches on south coast, violence in London after police tried to break up street parties
Rainbow Milk: Bracing debut on racism, rent boys and religion
Book review: Paul Mendez’s semi-autobiographical novel is vibrant and original but sometimes a little uneven in its telling
Cork GAA honours martyred Lord Mayors with commemorative jerseys
Images of Tomas MacCurtain, Terence MacSwiney worn during hurling match against Limerick
Indian independence commemoration to remember former Cork mayor
Terence MacSwiney died on hunger strike for Irish freedom in 1920 in Brixton prison
Cork to be central to plans to mark the War of Independence in 2020
City’s Lord Mayor says events of 1920 will be marked with a year-long programme
London Calling 40 years on: How The Clash rewrote the rule book
The Clash filleted rock, politics and history with swagger and biting social commentary
Irish in Britain on election: ‘An amazing, bizarre and painful time to be here’
Irish readers living in the UK have their say on who should form the next government and why
Irish charities finding new solutions for old problems
The sector is highly innovative in meeting the needs of those who most need its help
There’s nothing new about fake news, War of Independence exhibition shows
British attempts at propaganda were undermined by real images
Lou Reed the rock poet: When should songs be considered poetry?
Dylan, Patti Smith, Gil Scott-Heron and Lou Reed wrote song-poems that transcended pop, and bands such as Fontaines DC are keeping rock and poetry in perfect rhyme
Why thousands of Poles speak English with a Roscommon accent
Ireland was a ‘Banana Republic’ when Michael Gannon left for a new life in Poland
The Mayo woman who became Italy’s favourite operatic diva
The opera singer refused the title of Papal Countess from Pope Pius XI anxious not to forget her humble roots as ‘Peggy of Mayo’
Pretax profits at Denis Desmond’s concert promoter down 19%
AMG paid dividend of £35m in 2018 including £9.8m dividend for Gaiety Investments
Cork considers how to remember revolutionary period
Commemoration should have particular focus on Burning of Cork, meeting hears
Marble bust of Terence Mac Swiney to go on display at Cork Public Museum
Lord Mayor welcomes acquisition of two War of Independence-era artefacts
Mary MacSwiney: The Free State’s ‘gorgon republican’
Vote 100: Progressive teacher and fervent separatist became one of the leading women in Irish politics
If Irish restaurants are having ‘a renaissance’ why is this top chef staying in London?
... And where does top Irish chef Robin Gill eat in Dublin and London? ‘
Political leaders urged to show ‘bravery’ to tackle drugs, homelessness
Homeless single adults being ‘left behind’, Merchants Quay Ireland co-founder says
David McWilliams: Don't worry, multinationals are not about to up sticks
The school greets all good news with a shrug of ‘ah yeah, but that’s only the multinationals’
‘The Lido’ by Libby Page: Feel-good fare that fails to live up to hype
Debut novel already lined up for film version lacks the style of less heralded new releases
A show that looks at the secret life of plants from Babylon
Visual art review: Abbas Akhavan’s show looks half made before it reveals its mysteries
Kate Bush fans enjoy The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever
Dublin marks global event as men, women and children don red dresses and brunette wigs
Guerrilla review: A 1970s gold rush of radicalism
What’s good enough for Derry is good enough for Brixton, in Sky’s tough new show on an overlooked British history
Photographer Deirdre O’Callaghan's singular beat
New book features images and interviews with world’s most famous drummers
London Briefing: nostalgia and accusations as BHS shuts doors
Philip Green under scrutiny as British Home Stores to cease trading by end of August
President to open Independence Museum in Kilmurry
Cork community to be honoured for its part in the fight for Irish independence
The history of underwear: pantaloons, petticoats, corsets and Kardashians
From pantaloons and petticoats, to bloodied corsets and Kardashians, our briefs have a long history
David Bowie dies aged 69 after battle with cancer
Celebrities, musicians and fans pay tribute as ‘pop genius’ dies following 18-month illness
Pearse McAuley: A violent terrorist with a lengthy record
Republican met future wife while jailed for killing of Detective Garda Jerry McCabe
London cult leader sexually assaulted followers, court hears
Aravindan Balakrishnan (75) is also accused of imprisoning daughter in commune
Profiles: Brian Gillen, Bobby Storey and Eddie Copeland
Three men arrested in investigation of McGuigan murder are senior republicans
What to read on holiday in Spain, Brazil and Australia
The second in our summer reading series recommends what books to pack
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE...
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Stardust
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Family NoticesOpens in new window
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices