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1978 — the year of the three popes

By Mal Rogers

The Irish Post – March 24, 2025

March 24, 2025 by

On the 20th anniversary of the death of Pope John Paul II, MAL ROGERS looks back at 1978 when Karol Józef Wojtyła became Bishop of Rome and head of the Catholic Church — at the end of a series of tumultuous events for the Vatican A woman walks past a mural in Wadowice, the birthplace of Pope John Paul II (Photo by Sergei Gapon/AFP via Getty Images) THE town of Wadowice in … [Read more...] about 1978 — the year of the three popes

Why Irish Eyes Are Smiling

IA Newsletter March 22, 2025

March 21, 2025 by

Guests at Tracy's Farmhouse Kitchen in Killinchy, County Down make a traditional Irish breakfast. Photo: Tourism Ireland/Rob Durston.

IRELAND moves to 15th happiest country in the world in the rankings published by the World Happiness Report.The position marks an increase on last year's 17th place in the World Happiness Report. Finland took the top spot for the eighth year running, while the United States dropped to 24th, its lowest position since the report was first published in 2012. The United Kingdom … [Read more...] about Why Irish Eyes Are Smiling

President Trump Proclaims Irish Heritage Month

March 13, 2025 by

The President calls on Irish Americans to celebrate their "contributions to our Nation," adding,"Irish Americans are known as some of the toughest, most driven, and most devoted people on the face of the Earth." A PROCLAMATION BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Irish Americans have played a crucial role in our great American story — courageously overcoming … [Read more...] about President Trump Proclaims Irish Heritage Month

St. Patrick Day Medals & Honors

March 12, 2025 by

Taoiseach Micheál Martin awards Research Ireland St. Patrick’s  Day Medal to Leading Experts in Philosophy and Healthcare Taoiseach Micheál Martin trip to Washington, D.C., included his much publicized visit to the Oval Office to meet with President Trump, but he also made time to give out some very important awards to leading experts in the philosophy and healthcare … [Read more...] about St. Patrick Day Medals & Honors

Meet The Shamrock Tenors

IA Newsletter, March 15, 2025

March 10, 2025 by

Irish music fans, get ready to be captivated! The Shamrock Tenors hailed as "Ireland's most exciting new folk music sensation," are set to light up stages as they embark on their inaugural North American tour. After selling out venues from Belfast's Grand Opera House to Birmingham Symphony Hall, and performing for 20,000 fans at London's Trafalgar Square, the tenors are … [Read more...] about Meet The Shamrock Tenors

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May 15, 1847

Daniel O’Connell died on this day in 1847. Often referred to as The Liberator or The Emancipator, O’Connell was a gifted orator. Born in County Kerry on August 6, 1775, he studied law and became a barrister in 1798. In 1811, he established the Catholic Board, championing Catholic emancipation. In 1841, he became the first Catholic Lord mayor of Dublin. He then led a series of “monster rallies” to campaign for the repeal of the Act of Union. These were attended by upwards of 100,000 people. O’Connell died in Italy, while on pilgrimage to Rome. He was 71. His body was returned to Ireland and buried in Glasnevin Cemetery. His heart, in accordance with his wishes, was buried in Rome (at the chapel of the Irish College).

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