The Great Betrayal: The Struggle for Freedom and Democracy in the Middle East by Fawaz A Gerges – engaging read for seasoned observers
‘Wouldn’t it be great if he got voted in?’ The cardinal from Drimnagh tasked with organising the papal conclave
Behind the scenes at Luail as Ireland’s national dance company prepares to open Dublin Dance Festival
Sexual violence in Chad: ‘There were four girls raped in front of us. Their mother cried for their safety’
The Guide: Kilkenny Roots Festival, The Flaming Lips and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end