Dia dhuit: what's behind Irish language's religious roots? Gaeilge is deeply intertwined with Ireland's religious history, which explains so many phrases about saints, devils and eternal life Gaeilge • 22 Aug 24
Dia dhuit: what's behind Irish language's religious roots? Gaeilge is deeply intertwined with Ireland's religious history, which explains so many phrases about saints, devils and eternal life Gaeilge • 22 Aug 24
The story behind Croke Park's rodeo extravaganza in 1924 The stadium hosted Tex Austin's travelling rodeo featuring bronc riding, calf roping and other Wild West entertainments History • 22 Aug 24
The story behind Croke Park's rodeo extravaganza in 1924 The stadium hosted Tex Austin's travelling rodeo featuring bronc riding, calf roping and other Wild West entertainments History • 22 Aug 24
Because they were worth it: 5 medieval hair treatments and trends A 16th century collection contains many remedies and treatments to enhance the appearance of the medieval Irish man and woman History • 22 Aug 24
Because they were worth it: 5 medieval hair treatments and trends A 16th century collection contains many remedies and treatments to enhance the appearance of the medieval Irish man and woman History • 22 Aug 24
How William Howard Russell invented modern war reporting The Dublin-born correspondent of The Times became synonymous with the work of the war reporter in the 19th century History • 23 Aug 24
How William Howard Russell invented modern war reporting The Dublin-born correspondent of The Times became synonymous with the work of the war reporter in the 19th century History • 23 Aug 24
How Michael Collins became the Irish revolution's sex symbol The mystery, romance and cult around Collins created an idealised version of the Irish leader Michael Collins • 15 Aug 24
How Michael Collins became the Irish revolution's sex symbol The mystery, romance and cult around Collins created an idealised version of the Irish leader Michael Collins • 15 Aug 24
Wreckers and levellers: evicting Ireland's poor during the Famine These reviled figures were involved in the evictions of some 250,000 Irish families during the 1840s and 1850s History • 14 Aug 24
Wreckers and levellers: evicting Ireland's poor during the Famine These reviled figures were involved in the evictions of some 250,000 Irish families during the 1840s and 1850s History • 14 Aug 24
The science of farting We do it anything from 7 to 25 times a day but what exactly is behind that passing of gas and is it bad for us? Health • 08 Aug 24
The science of farting We do it anything from 7 to 25 times a day but what exactly is behind that passing of gas and is it bad for us? Health • 08 Aug 24
Why your kids (or grandkids) will not drive cars in the future It is difficult to see future generations having any desire to drive or get driving licenses once self-driving cars become mainstream Motors • 08 Aug 24
Why your kids (or grandkids) will not drive cars in the future It is difficult to see future generations having any desire to drive or get driving licenses once self-driving cars become mainstream Motors • 08 Aug 24
What can you do with used wind turbine blades? One way to deal with the estimated 200,000 tonnes of blade waste per year is to use them for other products like bridges Energy • 08 Aug 24
What can you do with used wind turbine blades? One way to deal with the estimated 200,000 tonnes of blade waste per year is to use them for other products like bridges Energy • 08 Aug 24
Wizard wanted: why job ads use such bizarre terms & descriptions The first task for a would-be employee is to sift through the jargon and waffle to figure out what exactly the job is Work and careers • 08 Aug 24
Wizard wanted: why job ads use such bizarre terms & descriptions The first task for a would-be employee is to sift through the jargon and waffle to figure out what exactly the job is Work and careers • 08 Aug 24
The successful 'back to basics' approach of farming in The Burren The BurrenLIFE project developed a blueprint for sustainable farming to meet the needs of both farmers and the environment The Burren • 02 Aug 24
The successful 'back to basics' approach of farming in The Burren The BurrenLIFE project developed a blueprint for sustainable farming to meet the needs of both farmers and the environment The Burren • 02 Aug 24
Why Irish field names and local placenames need to be recorded These names are real signifiers of our diverse native landscape and are shaped by local knowledge and past generations. Ireland • 26 Jul 24
Why Irish field names and local placenames need to be recorded These names are real signifiers of our diverse native landscape and are shaped by local knowledge and past generations. Ireland • 26 Jul 24
All you ever wanted to know about shipping containers How a simple corrugated box made it possible for us to access global products in a timely, secure and cost-effective manner Supply Chain • 19 Jul 24
All you ever wanted to know about shipping containers How a simple corrugated box made it possible for us to access global products in a timely, secure and cost-effective manner Supply Chain • 19 Jul 24
A Croke Park murder mystery: who shot top hurler Séan Ó Glaimín? When a player is shot dead in the middle of a match, there's only one lad to turn to for answers and that's detective Réics Carlos GAA • 14 Jul 24
A Croke Park murder mystery: who shot top hurler Séan Ó Glaimín? When a player is shot dead in the middle of a match, there's only one lad to turn to for answers and that's detective Réics Carlos GAA • 14 Jul 24
'Face the flag': a history of the national anthem & Gaelic games The rules and rituals around Amhrán na bhFiann at matches have lead to controversy, resistance and protests Gaelic Games • 14 Jul 24
'Face the flag': a history of the national anthem & Gaelic games The rules and rituals around Amhrán na bhFiann at matches have lead to controversy, resistance and protests Gaelic Games • 14 Jul 24
The physical and emotional benefits of living with a dog Our four-legged friends teach us patience, understanding, generosity and kindness Dogs • 11 Jul 24
The physical and emotional benefits of living with a dog Our four-legged friends teach us patience, understanding, generosity and kindness Dogs • 11 Jul 24
Why the trench coat became the garment of choice for IRA fighters The waterproof coat protected soldiers from rain, thorns and mud, but the advantage for the IRA was it also concealed weapons Fashion • 11 Jul 24
Why the trench coat became the garment of choice for IRA fighters The waterproof coat protected soldiers from rain, thorns and mud, but the advantage for the IRA was it also concealed weapons Fashion • 11 Jul 24
Why Irish people love making connections when we meet strangers The Irish connection grid means we're always striving to find a link to make the world smaller Society • 11 Jul 24
Why Irish people love making connections when we meet strangers The Irish connection grid means we're always striving to find a link to make the world smaller Society • 11 Jul 24
How the Marino estate transformed Dublin housing 100 years ago Marino was a testing ground for a number of housing policies which influenced the city for many years afterwards History • 10 Jul 24
How the Marino estate transformed Dublin housing 100 years ago Marino was a testing ground for a number of housing policies which influenced the city for many years afterwards History • 10 Jul 24
Meet Lena Rice, the only Irish woman to ever triumph at Wimbledon The story of the 19th century Tipperary tennis ace and 'dark horse' who won the Wimbledon tournament in 1890 History • 03 Jul 24
Meet Lena Rice, the only Irish woman to ever triumph at Wimbledon The story of the 19th century Tipperary tennis ace and 'dark horse' who won the Wimbledon tournament in 1890 History • 03 Jul 24
'He proposed on our first date': my experience of culture shock What we say and how we behave is influenced by cultural norms and can lead to critical (and sometimes funny) incidents Language • 24 Jun 24
'He proposed on our first date': my experience of culture shock What we say and how we behave is influenced by cultural norms and can lead to critical (and sometimes funny) incidents Language • 24 Jun 24
Why do people talk so much at gigs and concerts? Audience members chatting all the way through a live show is yet another example of bad gig behaviour Music • 24 Jun 24
Why do people talk so much at gigs and concerts? Audience members chatting all the way through a live show is yet another example of bad gig behaviour Music • 24 Jun 24
How vaping has an unhealthy impact on indoor air quality One of the most noticeable byproducts of vaping is the increase in particulate matter pollution and poor indoor air quality. vaping • 21 Jun 24
How vaping has an unhealthy impact on indoor air quality One of the most noticeable byproducts of vaping is the increase in particulate matter pollution and poor indoor air quality. vaping • 21 Jun 24
Why are Irish gig tickets so expensive? The price of a ticket to see your favourite act has increased dramatically for a plethora of reasons Music • 20 Jun 24
Why are Irish gig tickets so expensive? The price of a ticket to see your favourite act has increased dramatically for a plethora of reasons Music • 20 Jun 24
Why class in the workplace remains a taboo subject in Ireland 'Perhaps it is time that the diversity discussion in the workplace begins to include socio-economic status' Society • 12 Apr 24
Why class in the workplace remains a taboo subject in Ireland 'Perhaps it is time that the diversity discussion in the workplace begins to include socio-economic status' Society • 12 Apr 24
