Catherine Connolly, an independent candidate, has won the Irish presidential election in a landslide victory.
Connolly, 68, has been a member of Ireland's parliament since 2016 and will serve a seven-year term as the country's head of state, representing Ireland abroad and playing a central role in national events.
Although the president's direct political powers are limited, their influence can be significant. Connolly was backed by major left-wing parties, while the center-right Fianna Fail candidate Jim Gavin withdrew from the race but still won 7 percent of votes.
Catherine Connolly has been named as the republic's 10th president.
Author's summary: Connolly wins Irish presidency in landslide victory.