“I don’t want to be worrying about when to put on the Brussels sprouts: I want to have time and space to think about one of the important issues of our time – refugees”, writes Mary Kenny

“the truth about 1916 is that it was an event deeply imbued with Christian and Catholic values, symbols, iconography and beliefs”, writes Mary Kenny

Mary Kenny reflects on an overwhelming visit to a much changed Lebanon

“some of us are thankful that we remember rather more optimistic times”, writes Mary Kenny

Ireland’s tradition of ‘social intimacy’ may soften ‘the rough edges of difference’, writes Mary Kenny

Mary Kenny questions what it takes to be considered influential

It is important to examine the definition of a ‘secular’ republic and vote on it if need be, writes Mary Kenny

Despite social divisions,”everyone has to make an effort to change” in order for everyone to have the respect they deserve, writes Mary Kenny

“You’d be forgiven for thinking that 1916 has now become a brand”, writes Mary Kenny

Tragedies may lead us to “disabling” addictions, but treatment can help us overcome the darkness, writes Mary Kenny