Why a new 'iron curtain' is being built to keep Russia out Every European nation bordering Russia and its ally Belarus is accelerating plans to construct hundreds of miles of fortified border Europe • 26 Aug
Why a new 'iron curtain' is being built to keep Russia out Every European nation bordering Russia and its ally Belarus is accelerating plans to construct hundreds of miles of fortified border Europe • 26 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
What's at stake for Europe at the Trump-Putin summit on Ukraine? The build-up to the summit highlights European doubts and concerns about Russia's sincerity to halt aggression in Ukraine Alaska Summit • 19 Aug
What's at stake for Europe at the Trump-Putin summit on Ukraine? The build-up to the summit highlights European doubts and concerns about Russia's sincerity to halt aggression in Ukraine Alaska Summit • 19 Aug
How hunger and starvation are used as political weapons in Gaza Hunger has been used as a weapon of war for millennia, but is now recognised both morally and legally as a crime against humanity Gaza • 13 Aug
How hunger and starvation are used as political weapons in Gaza Hunger has been used as a weapon of war for millennia, but is now recognised both morally and legally as a crime against humanity Gaza • 13 Aug
Will recognition of Palestine as a state make a real difference? The growing wave of recognition of Palestine marks a strategic turning point which could open new opportunities for Palestinian statehood Palestine • 06 Aug
Will recognition of Palestine as a state make a real difference? The growing wave of recognition of Palestine marks a strategic turning point which could open new opportunities for Palestinian statehood Palestine • 06 Aug
Is the political climate making dating harder for young people? Larger social, economic and political trends can affect the perceived quality and stability of new relationships Relationships • 25 Jul
Is the political climate making dating harder for young people? Larger social, economic and political trends can affect the perceived quality and stability of new relationships Relationships • 25 Jul
How global politics are affecting your grocery bill Geopolitics, populism and perception are quietly reshaping supply chains and what Irish consumers are paying for their groceries Cost of Living • 24 Jul
How global politics are affecting your grocery bill Geopolitics, populism and perception are quietly reshaping supply chains and what Irish consumers are paying for their groceries Cost of Living • 24 Jul
What next for Europe in an increasingly unpredictable world? Europe faces a triple global crisis with Gaza, Ukraine and Iran that reflects different facets of the breakdown of international order Europe • 23 Jul
What next for Europe in an increasingly unpredictable world? Europe faces a triple global crisis with Gaza, Ukraine and Iran that reflects different facets of the breakdown of international order Europe • 23 Jul
From economy to Epstein, how Trump is losing his MAGA fanbase There are growing signs of division in the ranks, on issues such as conspiracy theories, the cost of living and foreign policy United States • 21 Jul
From economy to Epstein, how Trump is losing his MAGA fanbase There are growing signs of division in the ranks, on issues such as conspiracy theories, the cost of living and foreign policy United States • 21 Jul
How Trump's personality traits have led to tariff threats The US president's approach to trade is shaped by hubris, a poor grasp of policy tools and his distrustful nature Trump Tariffs • 17 Jul
How Trump's personality traits have led to tariff threats The US president's approach to trade is shaped by hubris, a poor grasp of policy tools and his distrustful nature Trump Tariffs • 17 Jul
A brief history of the slogan t-shirt In a world that increasingly feels like it's in turmoil, the humble t-shirt still feels like a space where we can express how we truly feel Fashion • 04 Jul
A brief history of the slogan t-shirt In a world that increasingly feels like it's in turmoil, the humble t-shirt still feels like a space where we can express how we truly feel Fashion • 04 Jul
The All-Ireland behind barbed wire: a history of GAA in prisons There has been consistent engagement in Gaelic Games in prisons going right back to the period after the 1916 Rising Sport • 04 Jul
The All-Ireland behind barbed wire: a history of GAA in prisons There has been consistent engagement in Gaelic Games in prisons going right back to the period after the 1916 Rising Sport • 04 Jul
How slogans as Gaeilge have become part of Irish Gaza protests The use of Gaeilge at demonstrations in support of the Palestinian people is part of the radical tradition of Irish language activism Gaeilge • 09 Jun
How slogans as Gaeilge have become part of Irish Gaza protests The use of Gaeilge at demonstrations in support of the Palestinian people is part of the radical tradition of Irish language activism Gaeilge • 09 Jun
What media sources did people use & trust before voting in 2024? Here's what a new study found about the media Irish voters used and trusted when getting information ahead of last year's election Media • 05 Jun
What media sources did people use & trust before voting in 2024? Here's what a new study found about the media Irish voters used and trusted when getting information ahead of last year's election Media • 05 Jun
The risks of having 'yes men' in a business or government Sycophantic behaviour in the workplace has been found to reduce respect and morale and lead to lower productivity Work and careers • 29 May
The risks of having 'yes men' in a business or government Sycophantic behaviour in the workplace has been found to reduce respect and morale and lead to lower productivity Work and careers • 29 May
What is Ireland's 'Triple Lock' and why is it in the news again? For 65 years the 'Triple Lock' has determined when Irish soldiers are sent abroad, but new legislation could change how it works Triple Lock • 23 May
What is Ireland's 'Triple Lock' and why is it in the news again? For 65 years the 'Triple Lock' has determined when Irish soldiers are sent abroad, but new legislation could change how it works Triple Lock • 23 May
Why Trump's attacks on libraries are bad news for everyone Recent events in the US have shown us libraries and the services and information they provide must never be taken for granted Donald Trump • 16 May
Why Trump's attacks on libraries are bad news for everyone Recent events in the US have shown us libraries and the services and information they provide must never be taken for granted Donald Trump • 16 May
How Trump isn't the first to try to expand US presidential powers Many other US presidents have sought to use various theoretical justifications to widen the scope of their presidential powers United States • 31 Mar
How Trump isn't the first to try to expand US presidential powers Many other US presidents have sought to use various theoretical justifications to widen the scope of their presidential powers United States • 31 Mar
How JD Vance's visit reflects decades of US interest in Greenland There's a long and contentious history of US interest in the Arctic island, but it seems to have entered a new phase under Donald Trump Greenland • 27 Mar
How JD Vance's visit reflects decades of US interest in Greenland There's a long and contentious history of US interest in the Arctic island, but it seems to have entered a new phase under Donald Trump Greenland • 27 Mar
Why Americans care so much about the price of eggs The rising cost of this food staple has become a major political issue because of Donald Trump's promise to bring prices down Cost of Living • 18 Mar
Why Americans care so much about the price of eggs The rising cost of this food staple has become a major political issue because of Donald Trump's promise to bring prices down Cost of Living • 18 Mar
What is the value of US security guarantees? US security guarantees in Vietnam and Afghanistan should give Ukraine and all US allies pause when considering their value this time around Politics • 11 Mar
What is the value of US security guarantees? US security guarantees in Vietnam and Afghanistan should give Ukraine and all US allies pause when considering their value this time around Politics • 11 Mar
JD Vance is now Trump's attack dog, but will he get the top job? The clearly ambitious vice president knows the next four years could make or break his ability to take over from Donald Trump United States • 10 Mar
JD Vance is now Trump's attack dog, but will he get the top job? The clearly ambitious vice president knows the next four years could make or break his ability to take over from Donald Trump United States • 10 Mar
5 things to look out for in the German elections this weekend From the likely next chancellor to possible coalition partners, here's what you need to know before Germany goes to the polls Germany • 20 Feb
5 things to look out for in the German elections this weekend From the likely next chancellor to possible coalition partners, here's what you need to know before Germany goes to the polls Germany • 20 Feb
A short history of the separation of powers from Romans to Trump The checks and balances that hold a functioning democracy together may be coming under threat in the United States United States • 18 Feb
A short history of the separation of powers from Romans to Trump The checks and balances that hold a functioning democracy together may be coming under threat in the United States United States • 18 Feb
