Speaking to The Irish News, fashion historian Laura Fitzachary explored the symbolism and discussed how the crown “may be the ...

But what she meant, I think, is “I’m Irish too! And my sister is, respectfully, as basic as you are!” The Claddagh hoops have become so ubiquitous as to almost be cliche among my Irish (and ...

Nicola Coughlan wore her Claddagh ring at a screening of Bridgerton part two in the Lighthouse Cinema in Dublin in June. Photo: Andres Poveda This week saw St Patrick’s Day celebrations kick off ...

Throughout the 20th century, many Irish artists travelled widely on the European mainland, with some settling in Mediterranean countries for long periods of their lives. While seeking out sunnier ...

Certain tattoos associated with street gangs can get you stopped by police in El Salvador. But artists there say now more ...

Some are officially recognised as symbols of the State, while others are unofficial, and are simply accepted by the majority as being 'Irish'. From our national emblem to the design of the ...

The less restrained George Russell (known as "AE") referred to Jellett’s painting in The Irish Statesman as "sub-human art". One of the remarkable details of Hone and Jellett’s shared history ...

A symbol of Ireland’s constantly evolving food culture, it’s a testament to the creativity of takeaway chefs and the changing appetite of Irish people. Make no mistake – the spice bag is ...

We deserve better.” Pro-Palestine activist Nerdeen Kiswani took a similar tack, arguing the tattoo was “a clear symbol of Islamophobia from the man overseeing U.S. wars.” open image in ...