Jimmy Carter’s involvement in Northern Ireland affairs was far more substantial than many Irish Americans may think.Former President Jimmy Carter, who has died at the age of 100, is remembered for his impact on foreign policy and his humanitarian work after his presidency. He was also very much interested in finding a peaceful solution to the Troubles in Northern Ireland. We … [Read more...] about Carter and Thatcher Clashed on N.I.
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Lady Mary Peters: a champion of sport and community
By Ray Cavanaugh
Consisting of high jump, hurdles, long jump, shot put and running, the women's pentathlon was likely the best all-around measure of female athleticism. It is not much of a logical leap to conclude that the winner of the Olympic women's pentathlon (which has since added two events to become a heptathlon) was the most physically able woman on the planet. Out of roughly 2 billion … [Read more...] about Lady Mary Peters: a champion of sport and community
Katie Taylor Set for Epic Rematch
By Ed Solano
IA Newsletter, November 9, 2024
IA Newsletter, November 9, 2024
Ireland’s Pride Katie Taylor Set for Epic Netflix Rematch With Amanda SerranoKatie Taylor and Amanda Serrano’s November 15 rematch on Netflix represents not just a second chance to determine a definitive victor but a historic moment for women’s boxing. Their first encounter in 2022 shattered records and traditions, and with this next bout, both fighters bring their legacy and … [Read more...] about Katie Taylor Set for Epic Rematch
Áedh Mac Breic: Patron of Headache Sufferers
By Rosemary Rogers
He was a descendant of the Uí Néill dynasty and often served as a peacemaker for that contentious tribe, who even accused St. Patrick of putting a curse on them. Before he rose to prominence, Àedh was an illiterate farmer, a bumpkin of sorts who was bilked of his inheritance by his brothers. Seeking revenge, the future Saint abducted their maid and headed south. A local bishop, … [Read more...] about Áedh Mac Breic: Patron of Headache Sufferers
Saoirse Ronan in The Outrun
By Richard Purden
IA Newsletter, October 12, 2024
IA Newsletter, October 12, 2024
"I've never had an experience like it, nor will I ever again, it stays with you forever." It was during the 2020 lock-down that Scottish actor Jack Lowden handed a copy of Amy Liptrot's 2016 memoir The Outrun to his then-girlfriend Saoirse Ronan telling her "This should be your next role". The pair had met when filming Mary Queen of Scots (2018) with the Bronx-born Dubliner … [Read more...] about Saoirse Ronan in The Outrun