‘Shoplifters will be made to read Ulysses’… Seen at Chapters Bookshop, Parnell Street, Dublin city. #Ireland #Ulysses #Dublin

Inside Teatro La Fenice Built in 1792 and named The Phoenix, it burned down three times but always rose from the ashes. It hosted premieres by Rossini, Bellini, and Verdi in the 19th century, becoming an icon of Italian theatre and opera history.

Cream rises to the top… And not a single string of pearls was required to win over the hearts and minds of #Irish people either 😀 Bravo 👏🏼 #PresidentialElection #catherineconnolly #Aras25 #Aras2025

Shufu Miyamoto Sanmon no Aki (Sanmon Gate in the Autumn)

A cartoon by David Sipress

Studying in Europe makes sense, yet many #Irish secondary schools and career guidance teachers offer little 3rd level advice, other than applying to and getting sucked into the increasingly ridiculous #CAO system. Applying early is the important part… #education #LeavingCert

This is a pretty depressing read. I grew up in a house with books and newspapers (both of which helped me find my voice). I loved the local library and I still use one (and take the children). Words matter. Reading matters.

Poppy Party By Jeff Stanford, 2025

No. Whoever said this lied to you. We're in a bad place because so many people expect to lead lives devoid of any friction or discomfort. Relationships, art, writing, study - they can be difficult. They will exhaust you. But they're worth it.

Older renters face rising costs on slim pensions, while the Government is silent on the issue #HousingCrisis https://t.co/YxDT9Bgmmi

A pertinent illustration for all the students expecting their #LeavingCert results shortly. Choose wisely… #RandomThoughts #CAO

Intellectual loneliness isn’t about wanting ‘deep talks.’ It’s about realising how few people can tolerate complexity. It’s noticing how quickly people rush to have an answer not to understand, but to feel right. It’s watching people form entire worldviews off headlines, vibes,

Deeply distasteful to see that the role of President of Ireland is now viewed as a personal branding exercise by opportunists, seeking to build a personal profile to benefit themselves and/or their businesses. We are no longer a serious country. #Ireland #PresidentIrl #Aras25

The film rights to Claire's short story 'So Late in the Day' have been acquired by producer Sara McFarlane and filmmaker Maria McIndoo. Claire will serve as executive producer. https://t.co/tlIQxPHCxy

Irresponsible nonsense from @davidmcw to suggest that garden sheds are an easy solution to the #HousingCrisis caused by Govt policy failures. Who aspires to ‘live’ in a claustrophobic, temporary garden structure, likely to be a fire hazard, in their mother’s back garden? *Sighs*

Most cafés just serve coffee. These cafés serve art, history, and pure atmosphere. From frescoed ceilings to gilded salons— Here are some of the most awe-inspiring cafés in the world. You’ll want to visit at least three. 🧵👇

One of Dublin’s finest stair halls can be found at Newman House, 86 St. Stephen’s Green, home to @MoLI_Museum. Most likely designed by Robert West c.1765, it features late Rococo decoration unusually incorporated in a groin vault, and a Portland and black stone chequered floor.

Irish media organisations should refrain from purposely selecting unflattering photographs of female political candidates they do not favour. It amounts to overt bias. I haven’t noticed the same tactics being employed against male candidates contesting elections… #aras25

Mig Wyeth French Lavender

Donal Fallon: The GPO isn’t just a building – it’s a symbol of our history and deserves a meaningful future. #CivicMuseum

Eva Gore-Booth, painted by her sister, Countess Markievicz Lissadell collection