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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.
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.
Jun 26, 2024 · Michael D. Higgins, Irish politician, human rights activist, university lecturer, and poet who served as president of Ireland (2011– ). By 2003, when he took over the leadership of the Labour Party, the diminutive Higgins had become something of a national icon, known to most people simply as ‘Michael D.’.
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.
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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...
Mar 1, 2024 · President of Ireland Michael D Higgins is "in excellent spirits" but will remain in hospital overnight after he reported feeling unwell. The 82-year-old was taken for tests in Dublin after being assessed by a doctor at his official residence in the capital.
