Adi Roche

Give it a lash: 100 questions to test your Irishness

Win a €250 Kenny’s hamper, delivered anywhere in the world. Ah, go on, go on, go on ....

Sat Mar 16 2019 - 06:00

Wheelchair surprise adds to Chernobyl children’s Christmas joy

Smiles and tears as 40 children from Belarus arrive at Dublin Airport to ‘Mama’ and ‘Papa’ hosts

Tue Dec 18 2018 - 19:10

Visions for the next presidency notable for their absence

The presidency is a critical role that balances soft power and expert political knowledge

Fri Jul 13 2018 - 05:00

A ‘céad míle fáilte’ to the heir of the British throne

Prince Charles and Camilla impress assembled guests with their interest in Cork people

Fri Jun 15 2018 - 13:42

Dolores O’Riordan death ‘not suspicious’ as tributes pour in for singer

U2, Hozier and Cranberries bandmates lead praise for Limerick’s ‘voice of a generation’

Tue Jan 16 2018 - 14:04

Kerry couple win charity award for aiding Chernobyl children

George and Mary Sugrue provide medical care to young left languishing in institutions

Wed Dec 13 2017 - 21:15

Chernobyl children arrive: ‘Christmas wouldn’t be the same without them’

Thirty-nine young people from the area affected by nuclear disaster land in Dublin

Wed Dec 21 2016 - 17:55

Making The Late Late Show: What Tub's tie tells us

We go behind the scenes at one of the world’s longest-running chatshows

Sat Apr 30 2016 - 10:00

Ali Hewson calls for migrants to be given respect and safety

UL awards Ali Hewson honorary doctorate for charity and humanitarian work

Fri Apr 29 2016 - 01:00

Chernobyl campaigner Adi Roche urges UN not to forget disaster

Activist delivers landmark speech to world body 30 years after nuclear disaster

Tue Apr 26 2016 - 18:14

Ukraine to mark 30 years since Chernobyl nuclear disaster

Vast area still contaminated and debate rages over long-term medical impact

Tue Apr 26 2016 - 08:16

Adi Roche to address UN on 30th anniversary of Chernobyl

Plight of Chernobyl ‘liquidators’ who battled to contain radiation leak from nuclear plant to be highlighted

Sat Apr 16 2016 - 11:30

Chernobyl activist Adi Roche to receive Freedom of Cork city

Campaigner humbled to be nominated for the honour by Lord Mayor of Cork

Wed Mar 30 2016 - 10:39

Adi Roche set to be awarded Freedom of Cork city

Founder of Chernobyl Children International has represented Cork ‘with distinction’

Thu Mar 17 2016 - 13:58

Chernobyl disaster ‘left imprint across Europe’, Mayor says

Cork delegation visits areas in Ukraine and Belarus that were affected by nuclear fallout

Fri Feb 05 2016 - 01:00

Tribute paid to Chernobyl Children International charity

Lord mayor of Cork to lead delegation to Ukraine for 30th anniversary of disaster

Mon Jan 25 2016 - 17:21

Families welcome children from home in Chernobyl region

Disabled people from Belarus orphanage to spend Christmas and new year here

Sun Dec 20 2015 - 17:09

Adi Roche honoured for work with international award

Irishwoman honoured in New York for improving lives of children

Sun Nov 08 2015 - 13:24

Áine Lawlor and Finbar Furey receive Lord Mayor’s Awards

Christy Burke chooses four individuals and two groups for contribution to Dublin city

Tue Apr 28 2015 - 01:00

Adi Roche’s Cork-based charity saves lives in Ukraine

Child heart surgery clinic funded by Chernobyl Children International proves its worth

Sat Mar 21 2015 - 01:00