What do the Irish and the Welsh make of each other? Many glances have been exchanged by the two nations down the centuries across the narrow 50km of water which separate us St David's Day • 01 Mar 24
What do the Irish and the Welsh make of each other? Many glances have been exchanged by the two nations down the centuries across the narrow 50km of water which separate us St David's Day • 01 Mar 24
3 misunderstandings about money that cost a lot in the long run We can learn a lot from the psychology of financial decisions to help avoid losing money money • 01 Mar 24
3 misunderstandings about money that cost a lot in the long run We can learn a lot from the psychology of financial decisions to help avoid losing money money • 01 Mar 24
What we've found out about cystic fibrosis patients and diet New research indicates that quality as well as quantity matters when it comes to what people with cystic fibrosis eat Health • 28 Feb 24
What we've found out about cystic fibrosis patients and diet New research indicates that quality as well as quantity matters when it comes to what people with cystic fibrosis eat Health • 28 Feb 24
Marcus Rashford and the rise, fall and redemption of heroes Rather than holding heroes to unattainable standards, we should acknowledge the humanity of being both brilliant and imperfect Psychology • 22 Feb 24
Marcus Rashford and the rise, fall and redemption of heroes Rather than holding heroes to unattainable standards, we should acknowledge the humanity of being both brilliant and imperfect Psychology • 22 Feb 24
Why farmers are at risk of developing mental health issues It's clear that tending to the mental well-being of our farmers is as crucial as cultivating the fields themselves Mental Health • 19 Feb 24
Why farmers are at risk of developing mental health issues It's clear that tending to the mental well-being of our farmers is as crucial as cultivating the fields themselves Mental Health • 19 Feb 24
The story of Madame Beajeau, Ireland's first woman of fitness The 19th century fitness instructor championed women's exercise at a time when many objected to anything which would cause women to sweat History • 19 Feb 24
The story of Madame Beajeau, Ireland's first woman of fitness The 19th century fitness instructor championed women's exercise at a time when many objected to anything which would cause women to sweat History • 19 Feb 24
School in a war zone: how war has destroyed Gaza's classrooms Over 625,000 children have had no school to go to and 117 schools have been destroyed completely since the Gaza war began last October Education • 16 Feb 24
School in a war zone: how war has destroyed Gaza's classrooms Over 625,000 children have had no school to go to and 117 schools have been destroyed completely since the Gaza war began last October Education • 16 Feb 24
How Taylor Swift's football romance has won over female fans Taylor Swift's appearances at the Superbowl-bound Kansas City Chiefs' games this season has helped the sport attract more female fans Taylor Swift • 11 Feb 24
How Taylor Swift's football romance has won over female fans Taylor Swift's appearances at the Superbowl-bound Kansas City Chiefs' games this season has helped the sport attract more female fans Taylor Swift • 11 Feb 24
How the 'McDonaldization of society' hits micro food businesses A distinct local food ecosystem from city to town to village runs contrary to a McDonald's model with its relentless search for uniformity Food • 07 Feb 24
How the 'McDonaldization of society' hits micro food businesses A distinct local food ecosystem from city to town to village runs contrary to a McDonald's model with its relentless search for uniformity Food • 07 Feb 24
High stakes: how technology has transformed poker Winning at poker use to be about reading people, but it's now a game of advanced strategic concepts and complex computer simulations poker • 07 Feb 24
High stakes: how technology has transformed poker Winning at poker use to be about reading people, but it's now a game of advanced strategic concepts and complex computer simulations poker • 07 Feb 24
Why do sanctions against Russia succeed or fail? There are three power dynamics within Russia that allow Vladimir Putin's administration to resist sanctions Russia • 01 Feb 24
Why do sanctions against Russia succeed or fail? There are three power dynamics within Russia that allow Vladimir Putin's administration to resist sanctions Russia • 01 Feb 24
How Irish State legislation restricted women in the workplace The Conditions of Employment Act 1936 was one of several ways women faced discrimination and segregation in the workplace for decades History • 01 Feb 24
How Irish State legislation restricted women in the workplace The Conditions of Employment Act 1936 was one of several ways women faced discrimination and segregation in the workplace for decades History • 01 Feb 24
What food is associated with St Brigid's Day? You should mark February 1st with a feed of poundies, boxty, colcannon or champ, followed by rice pudding St Brigid's Day • 29 Jan 24
What food is associated with St Brigid's Day? You should mark February 1st with a feed of poundies, boxty, colcannon or champ, followed by rice pudding St Brigid's Day • 29 Jan 24
What role is Iran playing in current Middle East conflicts? Iran's cross-border presence in the Middle East is nothing new, but it has taken on increased significance in light of current events Iran • 29 Jan 24
What role is Iran playing in current Middle East conflicts? Iran's cross-border presence in the Middle East is nothing new, but it has taken on increased significance in light of current events Iran • 29 Jan 24
Should Ireland intervene in South Africa's case against Israel? While some believe Ireland needs to take action now, the Government wants to wait for the court's preliminary findings, so who is right? International Court of Justice • 25 Jan 24
Should Ireland intervene in South Africa's case against Israel? While some believe Ireland needs to take action now, the Government wants to wait for the court's preliminary findings, so who is right? International Court of Justice • 25 Jan 24
Saltburn: why films about rich, beautiful idlers are so appealing There is something obviously fascinating about Saltburn and it's not just the sight of an Irishman's backside Society • 24 Jan 24
Saltburn: why films about rich, beautiful idlers are so appealing There is something obviously fascinating about Saltburn and it's not just the sight of an Irishman's backside Society • 24 Jan 24
Why young carers are a 'hidden' group in Irish society Up to 13% of Irish adolescents and young adults are carers, but often go unnoticed and unsupported in society Ireland • 17 Jan 24
Why young carers are a 'hidden' group in Irish society Up to 13% of Irish adolescents and young adults are carers, but often go unnoticed and unsupported in society Ireland • 17 Jan 24
The problem with how Come from Away musical tells its 9/11 story It evokes strong memories of the tragedy for those who remember it, but offers little context to younger people for whom 9/11 is history not memory Musicals • 17 Jan 24
The problem with how Come from Away musical tells its 9/11 story It evokes strong memories of the tragedy for those who remember it, but offers little context to younger people for whom 9/11 is history not memory Musicals • 17 Jan 24
How do we protect native seabirds and grow offshore wind energy? Ireland needs to rapidly expand its renewable energy production, impacting iconic species such as our globally important seabird populations Nature • 16 Jan 24
How do we protect native seabirds and grow offshore wind energy? Ireland needs to rapidly expand its renewable energy production, impacting iconic species such as our globally important seabird populations Nature • 16 Jan 24
Will new pay measures help retention in the Irish Naval Service? Despite a boost from participation in humanitarian operations, the Irish Naval Service has suffered an ongoing exodus of personnel Ireland • 12 Jan 24
Will new pay measures help retention in the Irish Naval Service? Despite a boost from participation in humanitarian operations, the Irish Naval Service has suffered an ongoing exodus of personnel Ireland • 12 Jan 24
Do fathers get postnatal depression? Postnatal depression may affect approximately 10% of fathers and a lack of research means this is likely underestimated Psychology • 09 Jan 24
Do fathers get postnatal depression? Postnatal depression may affect approximately 10% of fathers and a lack of research means this is likely underestimated Psychology • 09 Jan 24
When did Ireland's first gym open? Ireland's first recorded gym owner and operator was a pivotal figure in the nation's fitness history Sport • 09 Jan 24
When did Ireland's first gym open? Ireland's first recorded gym owner and operator was a pivotal figure in the nation's fitness history Sport • 09 Jan 24
3 big questions in Irish primary school education right now As the primary curriculum faces major reform, two recent reports can guide our thinking on teaching and learning Education • 09 Jan 24
3 big questions in Irish primary school education right now As the primary curriculum faces major reform, two recent reports can guide our thinking on teaching and learning Education • 09 Jan 24
How photography told the story of Ireland's 1898 food shortage Photography brought images of the hungry in Ireland in 1898 to well-fed politicians, humanitarians and the wider public History • 02 Jan 24
How photography told the story of Ireland's 1898 food shortage Photography brought images of the hungry in Ireland in 1898 to well-fed politicians, humanitarians and the wider public History • 02 Jan 24
What was Christmas like in Medieval Ireland? Christmas may not have been a big deal in Medieval Ireland, but it was a special time all the same marked by feasting, rest and some parties Christmas • 20 Dec 23
What was Christmas like in Medieval Ireland? Christmas may not have been a big deal in Medieval Ireland, but it was a special time all the same marked by feasting, rest and some parties Christmas • 20 Dec 23
