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In Pictures: From Boston to Belize – Kate’s most recent overseas visits

As the Princess of Wales prepares to return to international travel, we look back at some of the best images from her most recent overseas tours.

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"Her voice was the signature sound of Clannad and will live on forever." Singer Moya Brennan has died, aged 73

Former Irish president Michael D Higgins is among those paying tribute to the late Clannad singer Moya Brennan

Louder

Dolores Keane ‘brought joy to the hearts of so many’, funeral told

The singer’s funeral mass took place in Co Galway on Friday.

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In Pictures: Change at the top for Ireland with new president and Taoiseach

Catherine Connolly is settling into life at Aras an Uachtarain after a long tenure by predecessor Michael D Higgins.

Evening Standard

‘True activism has to cost you something’: Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan on politics, paparazzi and parasocial fandom

The diminutive Derry Girls star isn’t afraid to speak her mind, even if it costs her fans and followers

The Guardian - UK

Connolly vows all voices will be heard as she becomes Ireland’s new president

Taoiseach Micheal Martin and Tanaiste Simon Harris were among those attending the ceremony in St Patrick’s Hall at Dublin Castle.

Evening Standard

Catherine Connolly declared President of Ireland

A ceremony took place at St Patrick’s Hall in Dublin Castle.

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Tears, Roses and a Peace Bell: Ireland Bids Farewell to President Michael D Higgins After 14 Years

Ireland bids farewell to President Michael D Higgins after 14 years of compassion, courage and leadership marked by empathy and integrity.

International Business Times UK

Dignitaries gather for inauguration of Catherine Connolly as Irish president

The ceremony is taking place at Dublin Castle.

Evening Standard

Irish President Michael D Higgins Steps Down After 14 Years: Here's Why He Is One of the Most Loved Political Figures in the Country

Michael D Higgins steps down after 14 years as one of Ireland's most beloved leaders, celebrated for his compassion, activism, and unifying presence.

International Business Times UK

Catherine Connolly to be inaugurated as Ireland’s 10th president

After signing a written declaration, Ms Connolly will officially become Ireland’s next president.

Evening Standard

Bernese mountain dogs bid Michael D Higgins emotional farewell as presidency comes to end

A line of Bernese Mountain Dogs gave Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina a fond farewell as the Irish president’s 14-year term came to an end.

The Independent UK

Michael D Higgins and Sabina given roses and cheered as term ends

Mr Higgins was late departing as he and his wife Sabina wanted to ring the peace bell one last time.

Evening Standard

Hugs and handshakes as Ireland’s President welcomes his successor

President-elect Catherine Connolly met Michael D Higgins at Aras an Uachtarain.

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Selling the left’s message in the digital age is an art – Ireland’s new president mastered it

From Mamdani-style visual branding to basketball clips, Catherine Connolly found her audience and spoke in a language they understood, says journalist Una Mullally

The Independent UK

Michael D Higgins returns to Aras after two nights in hospital

A spokesman for the outgoing president said he was in ‘good spirits’ and that his condition was improving.

The Independent UK

Ireland’s current president Michael D Higgins spends night in hospital

The Irish public has just voted to elect left-wing independent Catherine Connolly as his successor

The Guardian - UK

Catherine Connolly’s election as president has added a new dynamic to Irish politics

After a bizarre contest in which both government candidates blew their chances, the left has shown it can unite to win, says Irish Times columnist Justine McCarthy

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Catherine Connolly: Underdog Galway runner who won the race to the Aras

The left-wing independent candidate showed her political and physical stamina during the final months of the campaign.

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Questions remain over Catherine Connolly’s ‘new republic’

Catherine Connolly said her supporters had come together to “shape a new Republic”.

The Guardian - UK

Catherine Connolly’s landslide shakes Ireland’s establishment – but not its politics

Connolly’s stunning victory humbles old parties and energises the left, yet it’s no revolution: the presidency remains symbolic

Evening Standard

Congratulations for Connolly as victory in presidential election looks imminent

The leaders of Ireland’s main political parties have congratulated the independent candidate.

The Conversation

Catherine Connolly and the paradoxes of the Irish presidency

Ireland is set to have a new president in the form of Catherine Connolly, an independent leftwing TD for Galway, and former deputy speaker of the Dáil.

The Guardian - UK

Leftwinger Catherine Connolly wins Ireland presidential election by landslide

Independent pledges to be ‘president for all’ after taking 63% of vote in upset for political establishment

Evening Standard

Connolly congratulated by presidential opponent as she looks on course for win

Heather Humphreys said she did not regret running in the election.

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