Fabric of life: behind the scenes of Ireland’s only kilt shop
Once synonymous with clan kinship, tartan has played its part in cultural and political history. Used to distinguish between clans and represent heritage and allegiance, it got the nod from…
From unused U16 sub to nine-time All-Ireland winner – how Cuala’s Mick Fitzsimons keeps proving people wrong
They laugh about it now still but not as much as they did then.
Powerful coming-of-age stories coming your way this year
Ferdia Lennon’s shining debut Glorious Exploits was one of my favourite books of 2024. I spoke to him recently about some books he loves, including two due out in the…
Tim Dolighan cartoon, Jan. 18, 2025
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Lesser-known work of classic Irish horror, now brought to the forefront
The shadow of a person passing the house darkened the window opposite which Mrs O’Sullivan sat, and immediately a tall female, of a wild dress and aspect, entered the kitchen.
A decade by decade guide to the best of Bob Dylan
It is almost impossible to overestimate Bob Dylan’s impact on popular culture. This weekend’s release of A Complete Unknown will burnish his legend yet more, with Timothée Chalamet playing the…
Bridge building has never been our forte, but you would think we could manage to knock one down without a row
You would think, given the history of this place, that the last thing we should be doing is tearing down bridges and provoking a new battle of the Boyne.
Elegant four-bed with stunning views on market for just under £1m
This Ballycreely Road property near Moneyreagh offers superb views over the countryside, and is 10 minutes to Comber and a 20-minute drive to Belfast. Number 17’s reception hall has ceramic…
Navajo Nation firefighters help tackle California blaze damage
Firefighters from the Navajo Nation worked tirelessly through a haze of dust to cut away dirt from a narrow road at the side of a mountain struck by a landslide…
Donald Trump heading to Washington ahead of Monday’s inauguration
Donald Trump will return to Washington on Saturday to kick off days of pageantry to herald his second inauguration as president, four years after he departed the city under the…