Caitlin McBride
Independent.ie
Ireland
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Past articles by Caitlin:
Irish Guards to play key role in Philip’s funeral that was ‘decades in the making’
The Irish Guards will play a central role in the ceremonial procession of Prince Philip’s funeral today. → Read More
Meghan and Harry’s Oprah interview analysis: Couple will gain public sympathy now – but in the long-term everything is still at stake
Until now, there have been two consistent representations of Meghan Markle. One, as an intelligent and committed philanthropist with a reputation for kindness; the other, a calculated social climber who has removed all agency from her husband Prince Harry and represented a threat to the British monarchy. → Read More
The royal fight for relevancy during a global crisis
As someone who regularly reads, writes and dissects royal families, even I admit there is a fight for relevancy in royal representation during a time of global crisis. → Read More
'It's like being pen pals!' – how Ireland's dating culture is changing under quarantine
A makeover for modern dating landscape has been long overdue. → Read More
Love in the time of coronavirus: 'My advice to all brides is to have a Plan B'
For childhood sweethearts Dearbhla Toal and Harrison Silke, their big day was 12 years in the making. → Read More
Love in the time of coronavirus: how to cope as a couple during quarantine
HOME is, for many, their safe space. → Read More
Coronavirus quarantine will change the way we shop forever
What is Dublin city centre without seeing the plush windowscapes of Brown Thomas on Grafton Street and Arnotts on Henry Street, or the temptation to bag a bargain in Penneys? → Read More
Britain's Prince Charles tests positive for coronavirus
Britain's Prince Charles has tested positive for coronavirus, Clarence House confirmed today. → Read More
Inside YouTuber Melanie Murphy's registry office wedding amid coronavirus pandemic
Like all brides, Melanie Murphy was looking forward to celebrating one of the biggest milestones in her life surrounded by family and friends. → Read More
'It's time for a renaissance'
As the world continues to cope with a new reality of COVID-19, industries around Ireland are closing shop and re-evaluating their futures. → Read More
Vanessa Hudgens apologises after criticism over 'heartless' coronavirus comments
Actress Vanessa Hudgens has apologised for controversial comments she made about the coronavirus lockdown in the US. → Read More
The beauty of escapism in times of crisis
I never thought I'd be so joyful at a total stranger's pregnancy news, and yet here I was mentally congratulating Vogue Williams on expecting her second child. → Read More
Spain's Queen Letizia tests for Coronavirus as Europe's royals react to pandemic
Spain's Queen Letizia and King Felipe have been tested for Coronavirus, their communications team has confirmed. → Read More
Step up, Sophie: the Wessexes take centre stage as Meghan and Harry bid adieu to royal life
As Meghan Markle and Prince Harry signed off on their last official duties as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, their 'replacements' have been stepping forward → Read More
Farewell Meghan and Harry – we'll miss the drama most of all
Among the insurmountable highs and depressing lows of the British royal family over the last year, there has been only one constant: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s unfailing ability to entertain. → Read More
Royal Visit: Diana factor lives on - ensuring Kate and William's popularity here endures
For three days this week, parts of Dublin, Meath, Kildare and Galway were temporarily shut down to accommodate Kate and William on their first trip to the Republic. → Read More
Royal Visit: Agents of soft diplomacy won over by tea and hospitality
'W hat's the postcode for Kensington Palace?" quipped Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to Prince William and Kate Middleton in the confines of his office. → Read More
Prince William meets his match in Taoiseach as royal visit looks set to be one for the books
“What’s the postcode for Kensington Palace?” quipped Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to Prince William and Kate Middleton in the confines of his office. → Read More
William and Kate gear up for post-Brexit charm
Brexit, a Galway walkabout and obligatory pints of Guinness are on the agenda for the royal visit this week. → Read More
Brexit fallout means this is no jaunt across the water for Kate Middleton and Prince William
British royal visitors Prince William and his wife Kate say they hope to build a "lasting friendship with the Irish people" on their tour of Ireland, which begins tomorrow. → Read More