The UCD historian was controversial in his day for his "revisionist" approach to established Irish narratives, and his personal life had its share of boozy misadventure, writes Stephen Collins.
Rite & Reason: He cured a social ill with the Succession Act, which stopped men from cutting their wives out of their will
Roaming pigs and geese, the obnoxious Whaley family, one of Ireland’s first Michelin stars and ‘shocking destruction’ of the city’s built heritage from the 1960s ... the green has seen it all
The language has become coarser but it is striking how fuelled by testosterone the Dáil has always been
Television: Series follows Dublin teenagers seeking to complete their collection of banned VHS movies
Communications adviser played key roles in corporate battles, 1979 papal visit and electoral success of Fine Gael
State records show controversial plan for paramilitary trials had backing in UK cabinet before Thatcher turned it down
After leaving politics she published a memorable diary of her time in office, which provided a fascinating glimpse into the operation of the Cabinet
The main parties’ approaches to Ireland’s cultural life was encapsulated by the opposing outlooks of Charles Haughey and Garret FitzGerald
Organisation to mark anniversary with celebration for staff, suppliers and supporters
Former minister, senator and European commissioner is remembered for his integrity
An exhibition at the National Photographic Archive marks 60 years of TV in Ireland
Patrick Kelly’s family call for end to ‘orchestrated nationwide campaign of misinformation’
The first volume of Irish women’s speeches is a reminder of the female voices that inspired and drove change
Much of what was eventually achieved in the State’s drugs policy the 1990s is now being reversed
An ‘enabling force’ for later Irish language women writers
Showman and dealmaker defied detractors when he brokered peace in North
Built in 2000, this spacious south Co Dublin two-bed could be an ideal home for downsizers
Late British diplomat David Goodall recalls the creation of the 1985 Anglo-Irish Agreement
What if an elected president declined office due to the religious oath required by our Constitution?
Resignation comes as a shock as few thought bruising spell in housing would be last time in cabinet
Tánaiste says shift in rollout plan could have been handled better with greater consultation
President recalls his involvement in campaigns for women’s and Travellers’ rights
Ireland fails to preserve the records that constitute public memory
Xi Jinping suggests countries seek solution to Irish businessman’s detention
We are sorely lacking the tools to adequately address the Covid-19 challenges ahead
Catherine O’Halloran believes State has done ‘little’ in trying to free her deteriorating son
His family stayed silent for 18 months while Richard O’Halloran was held in China. Now they are speaking out
Shane Ross has a barbed confrontation with Regina Doherty... and a cosy chat with Brendan O’Connor
Signed first edition by JP Donleavy among lots from former home of Days Bazaar owners
Rite&Reason: At 90, he never ceases to generate original thought, profound and quizzical
Wife of Dublin businessman urges Government to intervene amid fears for his health
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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