A new collection from Éadach by Sara O’Neill celebrates the incredibly skilled women who worked in the linen mills of Belfast
Culture
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The creation of the intricate Kalachakra Mandala is one of the Buddhism’s most distinctive and beautiful traditions
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It’s not just about getting from A to B; train travel has a glamour of its own
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The Ukrainian photographer seeking to showcase the beauty of her country to the world
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A remarkable three-volume collector’s set presents the complete works of the Sistine Chapel
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue How the son of an Irish tenant farmer rose from journeyman carpenter to become the architect of the world’s most famous house James Hoban, born in 1758, was the son of an …
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Words Edel Cassidy An extraordinary modern vellum manuscript in a single volume which is comprised of the original work of Ireland’s finest poets and artists, produced in Dublin between 1989 and 1991 Theo Dorgan and …
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Words Tom Weber For over a millennium, the Most Serene Republic of Venice (La Serenissima) was a wealthy, majestic and innovative maritime power. A leader in trade and diplomacy between Europe and the Orient, Venice uniquely …
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue In the early 18th century the influence of the Italian architect Andrea Palladio swept through Ireland and was soon to become synonymous with architectural excellence and the preferred style for the luxurious …
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Words Edel Cassidy The Irish people are famed for their kindness and generosity, especially when it comes to supporting charities. The online crowdfunding platform GoFundMe recently named Ireland the most generous country in the world, …
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Words Edel Cassidy Traditionally, the role of women in Ireland’s revolutionary years was overlooked, but in recent times we have become more informed about the fearless women who helped shape our history The Decade of …
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Words Edel Cassidy Don O’Neill, who has flourished as a top international fashion designer for over three decades, was born and raised in Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry. He grew up in a close-knit family, where their …