Why Ireland's mild weather won't protect it from climate change Ireland's position on the edge of the Atlantic – the very reason for its mild climate – makes it especially vulnerable to extreme weather Climate Crisis • 22 hrs
Why Ireland's mild weather won't protect it from climate change Ireland's position on the edge of the Atlantic – the very reason for its mild climate – makes it especially vulnerable to extreme weather Climate Crisis • 22 hrs
The darker side of Irish fairy belief Getting on the wrong side of a fairy could make or break your luck, health, livestock, home or fortune Folklore • 21 hrs
The darker side of Irish fairy belief Getting on the wrong side of a fairy could make or break your luck, health, livestock, home or fortune Folklore • 21 hrs
How Éamon de Valera almost became a Munster rugby player You would have been stunned that de Valera, a rugby player on the southside of Dublin, would have been out with a gun on Easter Monday in 1916 Eamon De Valera • 03 Sep
How Éamon de Valera almost became a Munster rugby player You would have been stunned that de Valera, a rugby player on the southside of Dublin, would have been out with a gun on Easter Monday in 1916 Eamon De Valera • 03 Sep
Where have all the Patricks gone? The Patricks of Ireland have left a formidable mark, but new parents appear to have moved away from using that name Baby Names • 03 Sep
Where have all the Patricks gone? The Patricks of Ireland have left a formidable mark, but new parents appear to have moved away from using that name Baby Names • 03 Sep
The story of Limerick city's Georgian cellars and culverts Hidden beneath Limerick city's Georgian architecture is a vast network of cellars and culverts with a rich history Architecture • 02 Sep
The story of Limerick city's Georgian cellars and culverts Hidden beneath Limerick city's Georgian architecture is a vast network of cellars and culverts with a rich history Architecture • 02 Sep
All you need to know about pension auto-enrolment in Ireland As Ireland prepares for pension auto-enrolment – who will it help most and who might it leave behind? Pensions • 02 Sep
All you need to know about pension auto-enrolment in Ireland As Ireland prepares for pension auto-enrolment – who will it help most and who might it leave behind? Pensions • 02 Sep
What's the price of a home in your area? Property prices are still rising, not just because of supply but because of wages, demographics and population size Property Price Index • 01 Sep
What's the price of a home in your area? Property prices are still rising, not just because of supply but because of wages, demographics and population size Property Price Index • 01 Sep
Meet the 11 people who are honorary Irish citizens Those deemed to have rendered distinguished service to the nation are a mix of philanthropists, peacemakers and a soccer manager Ireland • 29 Aug
Meet the 11 people who are honorary Irish citizens Those deemed to have rendered distinguished service to the nation are a mix of philanthropists, peacemakers and a soccer manager Ireland • 29 Aug
Why Kneecap have become poster boys for Irish anti-colonialism 'They represent the new symbols and soundtrack of Irish anti-colonial resistance for a generation that aren't actually evoking violent nationalism' Kneecap • 29 Aug
Why Kneecap have become poster boys for Irish anti-colonialism 'They represent the new symbols and soundtrack of Irish anti-colonial resistance for a generation that aren't actually evoking violent nationalism' Kneecap • 29 Aug
Why is the Child of Prague statue associated with Irish weddings? The general belief was that you should leave the statue outside under a bush the night before the wedding to ensure good weather Folklore • 29 Aug
Why is the Child of Prague statue associated with Irish weddings? The general belief was that you should leave the statue outside under a bush the night before the wedding to ensure good weather Folklore • 29 Aug
Why are new potatoes so hard to find in Irish shops this year? The shortage of new potatoes on shop shelves has a lot to do with bad weather in previous years and too many old spuds in storage Potatoes • 27 Aug
Why are new potatoes so hard to find in Irish shops this year? The shortage of new potatoes on shop shelves has a lot to do with bad weather in previous years and too many old spuds in storage Potatoes • 27 Aug
'A source of evil': the Catholic Church vs the Irish dance hall A campaign by the Catholic Church to bring in a licensing system for dancing saw the enactment of the Public Dance Halls Act in 1935 Dance halls • 26 Aug
'A source of evil': the Catholic Church vs the Irish dance hall A campaign by the Catholic Church to bring in a licensing system for dancing saw the enactment of the Public Dance Halls Act in 1935 Dance halls • 26 Aug
Why Irish restaurants should build their own delivery platform It would not be an easy task, but it would be much better than giving up to 35% commission on sales to global delivery giants Restaurants • 26 Aug
Why Irish restaurants should build their own delivery platform It would not be an easy task, but it would be much better than giving up to 35% commission on sales to global delivery giants Restaurants • 26 Aug
Are Irish reservoirs running out of water due to a dry August? The reduction in water levels in Poulaphuca shows the link between reservoirs, river water flows and rainfall Water • 26 Aug
Are Irish reservoirs running out of water due to a dry August? The reduction in water levels in Poulaphuca shows the link between reservoirs, river water flows and rainfall Water • 26 Aug
What data tells us about International Protection Applicants An analysis of the demographics and economic and social welfare activity of those seeking International Protection here from 2016 to 2024 International Protection Applicants • 25 Aug
What data tells us about International Protection Applicants An analysis of the demographics and economic and social welfare activity of those seeking International Protection here from 2016 to 2024 International Protection Applicants • 25 Aug
Ráiméis! 15 slang words as Gaeilge to use this week Altering words in some way to conceal their meaning to those outside the group is typical of jargons the world over Gaeilge • 22 Aug
Ráiméis! 15 slang words as Gaeilge to use this week Altering words in some way to conceal their meaning to those outside the group is typical of jargons the world over Gaeilge • 22 Aug
Why are we seeing so many butterflies in Ireland this year? Improved weather conditions this summer have led to butterfly populations recovering after the crash in numbers in 2024 Nature • 21 Aug
Why are we seeing so many butterflies in Ireland this year? Improved weather conditions this summer have led to butterfly populations recovering after the crash in numbers in 2024 Nature • 21 Aug
What's the social impact of food delivery drones in Irish skies? There are many issues from noise to privacy which need to be considered around fast food drone deliveries in Ireland Drones • 20 Aug
What's the social impact of food delivery drones in Irish skies? There are many issues from noise to privacy which need to be considered around fast food drone deliveries in Ireland Drones • 20 Aug
Why are Irish homes paying the most for electricity in Europe? Electricity prices are higher here because of two elements that make up about 70% of our electricity bill Electricity • 20 Aug
Why are Irish homes paying the most for electricity in Europe? Electricity prices are higher here because of two elements that make up about 70% of our electricity bill Electricity • 20 Aug
7 things you probably didn't know about Áras an Uachtaráin Here are some things you may not have known about the presidential residence in the middle of Dublin's Phoenix Park Presidential Election 2025 • 19 Aug
7 things you probably didn't know about Áras an Uachtaráin Here are some things you may not have known about the presidential residence in the middle of Dublin's Phoenix Park Presidential Election 2025 • 19 Aug
Just what can the President of Ireland actually say and do? While there are significant restrictions on what the President can do, the Constitution places few limitations on what he or she might say Presidential Election 2025 • 19 Aug
Just what can the President of Ireland actually say and do? While there are significant restrictions on what the President can do, the Constitution places few limitations on what he or she might say Presidential Election 2025 • 19 Aug
Why Irish people sing 'Ole Ole Ole' when they're happy We don't just break into a blast of 'Ole Ole Ole' at soccer matches, but also at gigs, homecomings and other celebrations Ireland • 18 Aug
Why Irish people sing 'Ole Ole Ole' when they're happy We don't just break into a blast of 'Ole Ole Ole' at soccer matches, but also at gigs, homecomings and other celebrations Ireland • 18 Aug
5 snapshots of life in 1600s Ireland (including a crocodile) The quirks and complexities of Irish life in the 1600s are captured in a treasure trove of stories and documents collected by William Molyneux History • 19 Aug
5 snapshots of life in 1600s Ireland (including a crocodile) The quirks and complexities of Irish life in the 1600s are captured in a treasure trove of stories and documents collected by William Molyneux History • 19 Aug
Here are some of Heritage Week's 2,347 events to check out Heritage Week must-sees include Claddagh rings, medieval armoury, urban walking tours, soda bread and scything championships Heritage Week • 17 Aug
Here are some of Heritage Week's 2,347 events to check out Heritage Week must-sees include Claddagh rings, medieval armoury, urban walking tours, soda bread and scything championships Heritage Week • 17 Aug
The stories behind Gleaning Sunday and Irish harvest customs There were many unique rituals and traditions associated with the harvesting of crops in Ireland at this time of year Folklore • 17 Aug
The stories behind Gleaning Sunday and Irish harvest customs There were many unique rituals and traditions associated with the harvesting of crops in Ireland at this time of year Folklore • 17 Aug
