Family and friends bid final farewell to Seamus Deane

Mourners hear of ‘a very indulgent father to all his children’ and ‘devoted Celtic fan’

Twelve artists elected to Aosdána

Association honours new members in artforms such as writing, drama, dance and film

Diarmaid Ferriter: Best and worst of times through prism of Italia ’90

A changing country fixated by exploits in Italy and grappling with political turmoil at home

Anne Enright: ‘As a writer, your problems are your solutions’

Her new work, Actress, is about a mother-daughter relationship in bohemian Dublin

Stephen Rea says people should quietly prepare for ‘inevitable’ united Ireland

Actor stage tribute to poet Ciaran Carson in Kilmainham Gaol as part of TradFest

It’s time to explore riches of Ulster Protestant culture

A rich, vibrant literary and political heritage exists beyond the DUP’s grip

A rare and mighty force for good: memories of David Hammond

John Kelly on a film-maker whom Seamus Heaney called ‘a one-man peace process’

The Sweeney – An Irishman’s Diary about a new version of an ancient epic

Eavan Boland: Intimate portrait of the poet’s life and work

TV Review: Excellent documentary uncovers the impetus behind Boland’s poems

Laura Kennedy’s top five Irish beauty brands

Cloon Keen Atelier, Max Benjamin: a growing number of Irish brands use local ingredients

Sam Shepard: Actor, writer and American icon

Obituary: The Pulitzer winner captured the fractured American dream

The best summer candles and home fragrances

A luxury candle or diffuser boosts the atmosphere, promotes relaxation and is a treat

Bus Éireann Derry to Dublin route ends but memories endure

‘I remember people getting the bus to Dublin just to go to McDonalds. It was regarded as exotic’

Seamus Heaney loved dirty jokes? Tell us another one

Actor Stephen Rea on the late Nobel laureate’s warmth, wisdom and influence on his career