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Michael Daniel Higgins (Irish: Mícheál Dónal Ó hUigínn; born 18 April 1941) is an Irish politician, poet, broadcaster and sociologist who has served as the ninth president of Ireland since 2011. Entering national politics through the Labour Party , he served as a senator from 1973 to 1977 having been nominated by the Taoiseach . [3]
Jun 26, 2024 · Michael D. Higgins (born April 18, 1941, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland) is an Irish politician, human rights activist, university lecturer, and poet who served as president of Ireland from 2011. At age five Higgins was separated from his parents, whose struggle to make ends meet was partly the product of his father’s ill health.
Mar 4, 2024 · The 82-year-old leader was admitted on Thursday after feeling unwell and is expected to return to his residence on Thursday. He has a "mild transient weakness" but no serious or long-term concerns, his office said.
Nov 11, 2011 · Learn about the life and achievements of Michael D. Higgins, the ninth and current President of Ireland. He is a former Minister for Arts, Culture and the Gaeltacht, a human rights advocate, a poet and a writer.
Feb 29, 2024 · Irish President Michael D Higgins has been taken to hospital after feeling unwell, his office said. The 82-year-old was assessed by doctors at his home, the presidential residence, Áras an ...
Apr 24, 2024 · President Michael D Higgins told King Charles about 'one of the greatest abuses there is of the English language'. Photograph: Tony Maxwell “My left hand is fully back,” he says, punching the ...
Feb 29, 2024 · President Michael D Higgins will remain in hospital overnight after he was admitted on Thursday evening, having complained of feeling unwell. An ambulance was sent to Áras an Uachtaráin, and the ...
