Michael O Loughlin

It is hard to justify the displays of racism and xenophobia on display in the election

The Czech language revival succeeded whereas ours did not – why?

Self-interest and protecting our own area means those most in need are left suffering

We have failed to sell the European idea to people who don’t see the value of it

Irish rider managed to finish in the main group as Tomasz Marczynski took stage six

Irish rider pipped for gold medal in Elite tiem trial by just five seconds

Mullen and Nicolas Roche among the favourites for Sunday’s elite men’s road race

British rider conserved his solid advantage ahead of Sunday's final stage to Skerries

Positions and timegaps for the top 14 cyclists remain unchanged after thrilling finish

25 Irish county sides among 39 five-man teams this year

Dublin-born poet wins €2,000 prize for his collection ‘On A Turning Wing’

The least that can be expected is an official apology from the State for the awful crimes that have been committed against them

Publisher Dermot Bolger reflects on encouragement visible from teenage years

Co Wexford born writer served as an arts adviser to former taoiseach Charles Haughey

Writers, poets, friends and fans reflect on Leonard Cohen’s words, music and work

Race racer puts in brave showing at under-23 time trial in Qatar.