Ballyvadhea, County Tipperary – March 1895Retold by Kevin Flanagan on 31 October 2025 In 1895, gripped by paranoia and fear, Michael Cleary and his accomplices would burn Michael's wife, Bridget,…
Part III of the "Living Law Series," exploring ritual, skin, and the memory of land. There is a season that isn't drawn on any calendar. It lives between endings and…
Part I of the "Living Law Series," exploring ritual, skin, and the memory of land. I've long believed our bodies keep their own calendars. Skin, especially, is a seasonal storyteller.…
Part II of the "Living Law Series," exploring ritual, skin, and the memory of land. I wake each dawn to the soft percussion of the ocean against limestone. The Shipwreck…
"In early times [in Ireland] wealth is not spoken of in terms of money, which was not in circulation, nor of ownership of land, but primarily in terms of livestock…
This article ventures into the heart of Irish folklore and history, spotlighting Morann and his legendary Collar—a beacon of justice and wisdom once featured on the emblem of the Department…
In Ireland, Christmas is not just a season; it's a tapestry of customs woven with ancient myths, modern delights, and a warm sense of community. These nine traditions showcase the…
For centuries, the O'Hickeys have served as Hereditary Physicians to the O’Briens, former Kings of Thomond (North Munster) and the descendants of King Brian Boru. The surname 'Hickey' is derived…
Boycotting refers to a non-violent form of protest or dissent that involves abstaining from engaging with a person, group, or institution, typically in a social or economic sense, in order…
The practice of medicine in Ireland can be traced back to the earliest times and incorporated various practices, including the use of herbal remedies and surgical procedures. In this article,…