Dr Siobhán Doyle

TU Dublin

Dr Siobhán Doyle is an Assistant Lecturer in Design History at TU Dublin and Cultural Historian. She completed a PhD in museum studies, death and commemoration with the Graduate School of Creative Arts and Media in May 2020.

'We are now in the midst of another hurling dynasty in the shape of Limerick.' Photo: tephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Why all sporting dynasties must eventually come to an end

Supporters don't like teams who dominate a sport year after year, but we do know that these reigns won't last forever

Sport • 11 May

John Lavery's High Treason, Court of Criminal Appeal: The Trial of Sir Roger Casement 1916

The story behind the controversial painting of Roger Casement

The painting embodies many of the complexities that deny a simple representation of modern Irish history

History • 11 May

Will we see any controversies on the Eurovision stage in Turin next week? Photo: Marco Bertorello/ AFP via Getty Images

8 Eurovision controversies you probably didn't know about

From allegations of bribery and drug use to political demonstrations, the Eurovision has never been just about the songs

Eurovision • 04 May

A piece of Co Tipperary which will always remember the 44th president of the United States

10 commemoration ideas you won't forget in a hurry

From cakes marking the 1916 Rising to a Scent of War candle, some historical merchandise has been colourful to say the least

History • 21 Feb

Limerick's Gearoid Hegarty sees red during the Allianz Hurling League game againts Galway. Photo: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile via Getty Images

Why are so many GAA rules ignored on and off the pitch?

The only consistency with GAA rules is the consistency with which they are broken

GAA • 20 Feb

'Social media has been a powerful tool in presenting President Higgins as an identifiable, ordinary, imperfect and accessible politician.'

How Michael D Higgins became the celebrity president

At a time when politicians are unpopular and distrusted, the president continues to capture the public imagination

Politics • 11 Jan

Sign of the times: 'existing boundaries are the result of processes in the past that may restrict thinking about alternative political, social, and economic possibilities.' Photo: Wikipedia Creative Commons

How Ireland's county boundaries define us

Forget intercounty GAA rivalry, the history of boundaries has a lot do with attempts to control people's freedom of movement

Ireland • 15 Nov 21

The stories behind four famous GAA one-liners

We all know the lines, but what were the circumstances and occasions which provoked these reactions?

GAA • 23 Aug 21

Is it time to bring Gaelic games back to the Olympics?

Rope climbing, underwater swimming, painting and sculpture have also disappeared from the Games

Olympic Games • 30 Jul 21

Supporters protest at the Republic of Ireland v Georgia UEFA European Qualification match in March 2019 at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin by throwing tennis balls on the pitch. Photo: Ben Ryan/SOPA Images

From toys to streakers, how fans can disrupt sporting events

We've seen many games and matches disrupted by spectators seeking to play a prank or make a protest

Sport • 26 Jul 21