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Ancient Roman Treasure Discovered in Down

By Cliodhna Joyce-Daly, Editorial assistant, and Matthew Skwiat, Contributing Editor
August / September 2015

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Brian Murray, a retired civil servant from Newtownards, County Down, found two gold Roman rings and a silver belt buckle using a metal detector on the shores of Murlough in Dundrum Bay in June. “I was actually collecting militaria on the shores of Murlough,” the 65-year-old told the BBC. “It was an American training area during the Second World War. It’s like fishing for … [Read more...] about Ancient Roman Treasure Discovered in Down

Golfer Pádraig Harrington Speaks Out About Skin Cancer

By Julia Brodsky, Editorial Assistant
August / September 2015

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Three-time major champion golfer Pádraig Harrington announced in February that he had undergone treatment for skin cancer. As he told Matt Cooper of Today FM’s The Last Word: “I had a number of skin cancers removed off my face. When you get a symptom, do something about it. Don’t ignore it.” Harrington mentioned getting the cancerous spots removed almost off-handedly in … [Read more...] about Golfer Pádraig Harrington Speaks Out About Skin Cancer

Michael Flatley Opens Up About Cancer and His Painting

By Cliodhna Joyce-Daly, Editorial Assistant
August / September 2015

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As the 20th Anniversary tour of Riverdance wraps up and Michael Flatley performed in Lord of the Dance for one last time on July 4 in Wembly Arena in London, the 57-year-old dancer spoke about his battle with skin cancer in a radio interview, saying it made him re-evaluate the important things in life and change his outlook on wealth and possessions. Flatley was diagnosed with … [Read more...] about Michael Flatley Opens Up About Cancer and His Painting

Ireland’s Commitment to Sepsis Awareness

By Matthew Skwiat, Contributing Editor
August / September 2015

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On July 2, Ciaran Staunton introduced the Rory Staunton Sepsis Video at the opening of the first National Irish Sepsis Summit held in Dublin, Ireland. The Rory Staunton Foundation was set up in 2013 by Orlaith and Ciaran Staunton in honor of their son. Rory died at age 12 after he contracted sepsis from a cut he received in gym class. In his remarks, Ciaran welcomed the … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Commitment to Sepsis Awareness

Thirty Years After Chernobyl, Irish Aid Is Still Crucial

By Siobhan Peters, Editorial Assistant
August / September 2015

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As the 30th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster approaches, Chernobyl Children International (CCI), founded by Irish woman Adi Roche in 1991, continues to offer support to those affected by the disaster. The catastrophe occurred April 26, 1986 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine (then part of the U.S.S.R.), and long-term effects from the worst nuclear … [Read more...] about Thirty Years After Chernobyl, Irish Aid Is Still Crucial