Jews were dragged out of their own event for turning their backs in silent protest as the president spoke. But he should not ...

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We won’t realise how much we’ll miss Michael D Higgins as President until he’s goneOpens in new window ] While no one serious is changing their views on Ireland’s tax policy because of the ...

Presidential Distinguished Service Awards for the Irish Abroad recognize the contribution of members of the Irish diaspora.

Protesters removed as Irish President Higgins addresses Holocaust memorial event - Michael D Higgins emphasised the ...

A recurring theme is portentous declarations presenting Ireland as the most liberal, peace-loving country in the world and ...

Ten people including Republic of Ireland captain Séamus Coleman have received the Presidential Distinguished Service Award ...

Acclaimed Belfast poet Michael Longley managed to touch the souls of people with just a few words, his funeral has heard.

A Holocaust academic has backed the decision to invite President D Higgins to speak at tomorrow’s National Memorial Day event ...

You can check out at any time. More info I burn with shame every time I think about Michael D Higgins at Ireland's Holocaust memorial. Our president spoke on the most solemn date in the Jewish ...

President of Ireland Michael D Higgins was among mourners who joined Longley’s family at Saturday’s service in All Souls Church in Belfast. The renowned poet died in hospital at the age of 85 ...