Jackie Fox

Jackie Fox

The demonstration was part of a worldwide rally at more than 100 universities today

Demonstration at TCD in solidarity with Iran protesters

Dozens of people demonstrated at Trinity College Dublin this evening in solidarity with protesters in Iran.

Approximately seven million children under the age of five acutely are malnourished in the region

Ireland to give €30m aid to Horn of Africa food crisis

Ireland is to provide an additional €30 million in humanitarian aid to respond to the rapidly deteriorating food crisis in the Horn of Africa.

Ireland • 29 Nov 22

Xi Jinping has moved up the party ranks since the 1970s, cementing his authority and influence

Could Covid protests be the undoing of Xi Jinping?

With protests gathering pace across China, the big question is whether this could be the undoing of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Analysis and Comment • 28 Nov 22

Congress is made up of two parts: the House of Representatives and the Senate

US midterm elections: What races to watch out for

As counting is under way following closely fought elections that will determine whether Republicans win control of Congress, Jackie Fox takes a look at the key races and what makes them so important.

US • 09 Nov 22

What makes these elections different is that it is not just the mechanics of elections under scrutiny, but a peaceful transfer of power is in doubt

US midterm elections and the great divide

What makes the US mid-term elections different is that it is not just the mechanics of elections under scrutiny, but a peaceful transfer of power is in doubt.

Analysis and Comment • 05 Nov 22

Richard Neal speaks to the media at Stormont in May this year

'Business as usual' - Neal vows to protect NI peace

Democratic Congressman Richard Neal has indicated that US politicians will continue to intervene on issues relating to the Northern Ireland Protocol, even if Republicans take over the House of Representatives in November.

Ireland • 27 Oct 22

A demonstrator with an Iranian flag and red hands painted on her face attends a rally in support of Iranian protests

Iranian protests 'the start of a revolution'

Despite Iran's long history of protest, little has changed, but many are determined to make sure things are different this time, writes Jackie Fox.

World • 10 Oct 22

Starving children in Madagascar have 'no energy to cry'

The United Nations' food agency has warned that climate change has pushed Madagascar to the brink of famine.

World • 23 Jul 21

Grainne O'Sullivan is currently living in Sydney

Irish in Australia facing further lockdowns over Covid

Australia was once envied for its return to normal life as other western nations struggled with devastating waves and lengthy lockdowns during the pandemic but now around 40% of the population is under stay-at-home orders due to outbreaks of the Delta variant.

Coronavirus • 16 Jul 21

Ireland and Norway had presented a draft resolution last month to keep the Bab al-Hawa crossing open for one year

Coveney is 'proud' as UN extends Syrian aid operation

The United Nations Security Council has agreed to extend a cross-border aid operation into northwest Syria from Turkey for 12 months.

World • 09 Jul 21