Taoiseach Micheál Martin presents US president Donald Trump with the traditional bowl of shamrocks
The annual Shamrock Ceremony took place at the White House on March 12th, 2025, as part of the St Patrick’s Day programme of events.
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Trump: 'Ireland was very smart, they took our pharmaceutical companies away'
US president Donald Trump has discussed trade with Ireland and tariffs on EU goods during a meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin. Video: Reuters/C-Span
Taoiseach learns importance of 'sock diplomacy' from JD Vance
US vice-president JD Vance has promoted the idea of "sock diplomacy" after he donned some shamrock embellished hosiery when meeting the Taoiseach. Video: C-Span
Vance hails 'one of the great alliances' as he meets with Martin
The Taoiseach has commenced the annual St Patrick's Day celebrations in Washington DC by meeting with US vice-president JD Vance. Video: C-Span
Sinn Féin calls out 'blunt instrument' of HSE recruiting embargo
Sinn Féin spokesperson for health David Cullinane spoke out in defence of healthcare workers who are contemplating industrial action.
New installation aims to ‘lift people's eyes towards heaven’ in Kilkenny cathedral
Artist Luke Jerram's installation Museum of the Moon is currently on show in St Canice's Cathedral in Kilkenny. Video: Enda O'Dowd
Compulsory acquisitions brings new lease of life to Limerick properties
Audrey Crowe describes how compulsory acquisitions have brought a new lease of life to some of Limerick's derelict properties. Video: Ronan McGreevy
Protesting for neutrality: 'I'm regarded as a total oddity'
82-year-old activist Colm Roddy has called on Ireland to impose it's neutrality for years and this week protested to retain the triple lock. Video: Enda O'Dowd
Take a tour of Monto, Dublin's one-time notorious red light district
Dublin historian Terry Fagan talks about the centenary of the closure of one of Europe’s most notorious red light districts. Video: Ronan McGreevy
Confusion, recriminations and resignations: a look back at the 2024 referendums
In March 2024, the country went to the polls and widely rejected two referendums, one on family and the other on care. Video: David Dunne