A 'lifeline' for family carers: the role of online support groups These groups provide vital services and support to many of the 300,000 Irish people who are caring for a loved one Carers • 11 Jun 24
A 'lifeline' for family carers: the role of online support groups These groups provide vital services and support to many of the 300,000 Irish people who are caring for a loved one Carers • 11 Jun 24
How can urban neighbourhoods be made more affordable? As housing crises rage across the world, we need a new approach to land ownership and architecture in our towns and cities Housing • 19 Apr 24
How can urban neighbourhoods be made more affordable? As housing crises rage across the world, we need a new approach to land ownership and architecture in our towns and cities Housing • 19 Apr 24
Why narrow streets stress women, but parks and crowds stress men Heart rate changes reveal significant differences between genders in how we experience public spaces Society • 15 Apr 24
Why narrow streets stress women, but parks and crowds stress men Heart rate changes reveal significant differences between genders in how we experience public spaces Society • 15 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
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 nostalgia for the early 2000s isn't all it's cracked up to be Nostalgia for early 2000s' pop and fashion may paint a rosy picture, but it ignores the complex realities of that era Nostalgia • 08 Apr 24
Why nostalgia for the early 2000s isn't all it's cracked up to be Nostalgia for early 2000s' pop and fashion may paint a rosy picture, but it ignores the complex realities of that era Nostalgia • 08 Apr 24
Why we keep comparing politicians to Hitler & why we need to stop It's a comparison which is unproductive at best and dangerous at worst as it effectively kills public debate Society • 05 Apr 24
Why we keep comparing politicians to Hitler & why we need to stop It's a comparison which is unproductive at best and dangerous at worst as it effectively kills public debate Society • 05 Apr 24
How does the area you live in affect your mental health? Research on Irish neighbourhoods show positive perceptions of safety, service provision, and cleanliness are associated with better mental health Mental Health • 02 Apr 24
How does the area you live in affect your mental health? Research on Irish neighbourhoods show positive perceptions of safety, service provision, and cleanliness are associated with better mental health Mental Health • 02 Apr 24
3 reasons why joining an association is good for you We become part of an association and the association becomes part of our lives, at least for a time. Society • 26 Mar 24
3 reasons why joining an association is good for you We become part of an association and the association becomes part of our lives, at least for a time. Society • 26 Mar 24
Could care co-operatives be an answer to home care crisis? With demand for home care increasing as Ireland's population ages, we need to look at new initiatives like care co-operatives Society • 25 Mar 24
Could care co-operatives be an answer to home care crisis? With demand for home care increasing as Ireland's population ages, we need to look at new initiatives like care co-operatives Society • 25 Mar 24
What Ireland's smoking ban shows us about human behaviour The introduction of the smoking ban 20 years ago this week showed we are sometimes more accepting of change than we might think Smoking Ban • 26 Mar 24
What Ireland's smoking ban shows us about human behaviour The introduction of the smoking ban 20 years ago this week showed we are sometimes more accepting of change than we might think Smoking Ban • 26 Mar 24
The cost of social stigma for people affected by trauma Understanding how symptoms are amplified by social processes has highlighted the importance of reducing stigma associated with trauma Psychology • 14 Mar 24
The cost of social stigma for people affected by trauma Understanding how symptoms are amplified by social processes has highlighted the importance of reducing stigma associated with trauma Psychology • 14 Mar 24
Where have all the Patricks gone? The changing fortunes of a name When today's Irish parents consider names for their babies, they appear to be avoiding names of the past like Patrick, but not its brother Paddy Ireland • 14 Mar 24
Where have all the Patricks gone? The changing fortunes of a name When today's Irish parents consider names for their babies, they appear to be avoiding names of the past like Patrick, but not its brother Paddy Ireland • 14 Mar 24
Why Russian soldiers' wives are increasingly opposing Ukraine war Women in Russia's military families are using patriotic dissent to challenge Putin's "forever war" strategy Russia • 12 Mar 24
Why Russian soldiers' wives are increasingly opposing Ukraine war Women in Russia's military families are using patriotic dissent to challenge Putin's "forever war" strategy Russia • 12 Mar 24
Women who kill: 'female poisoner has been particularly reviled' Six 20th century Irish murder cases provide counter-intuitive examples of how criminal juries view women charged with murder History • 11 Mar 24
Women who kill: 'female poisoner has been particularly reviled' Six 20th century Irish murder cases provide counter-intuitive examples of how criminal juries view women charged with murder History • 11 Mar 24
5 issues around cash and ATMs which new legislation will address Maintaining choice in how Irish consumers can pay for goods and services is fundamental to an inclusive society Cash • 07 Mar 24
5 issues around cash and ATMs which new legislation will address Maintaining choice in how Irish consumers can pay for goods and services is fundamental to an inclusive society Cash • 07 Mar 24
Did your partner grow up speaking a different language to you? While language differences can present unique challenges, they also offer an opportunity for a richer, connection with your partner Dating • 05 Mar 24
Did your partner grow up speaking a different language to you? While language differences can present unique challenges, they also offer an opportunity for a richer, connection with your partner Dating • 05 Mar 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 it's time for a truce in generational war in the workplace Workers of different ages have different experiences, skills and knowledge and we should learn to take advantage of this Work and careers • 29 Jan 24
Why it's time for a truce in generational war in the workplace Workers of different ages have different experiences, skills and knowledge and we should learn to take advantage of this Work and careers • 29 Jan 24
The jazz band, a disaster at sea and an Irish tour in 1921 Nine members of the Southern Syncopated Orchestra died in the SS Rowan tragedy, but the band still played Dublin, Derry and Belfast shows History • 12 Dec 25
The jazz band, a disaster at sea and an Irish tour in 1921 Nine members of the Southern Syncopated Orchestra died in the SS Rowan tragedy, but the band still played Dublin, Derry and Belfast shows History • 12 Dec 25
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 making phone calls can be good for young people's wellbeing Phoning someone you feel close to and engaging in a meaningful conversation can alleviate loneliness and help you reconnect with others Society • 23 Jan 24
Why making phone calls can be good for young people's wellbeing Phoning someone you feel close to and engaging in a meaningful conversation can alleviate loneliness and help you reconnect with others Society • 23 Jan 24
Why are US politicians so old? There are a number of theories, from ego to money, as to why so many US politicians stay in the job for decades Politics • 11 Jan 24
Why are US politicians so old? There are a number of theories, from ego to money, as to why so many US politicians stay in the job for decades Politics • 11 Jan 24
How the Victorians turned walking into a popular pastime Walking was an act associated with poverty, vagrancy and even criminal intent until the late 1700s History • 05 Jan 24
How the Victorians turned walking into a popular pastime Walking was an act associated with poverty, vagrancy and even criminal intent until the late 1700s History • 05 Jan 24
How to deal with rows, fights and difficult people at Christmas This time of year can be a minefield of uncomfortable moments, disagreement and outright conflict Christmas • 13 Dec 23
How to deal with rows, fights and difficult people at Christmas This time of year can be a minefield of uncomfortable moments, disagreement and outright conflict Christmas • 13 Dec 23
3 ways associations can offer an antidote to populism Associations are inescapably collective, a place to show up and participate in something, across political and social divides Society • 08 Dec 23
3 ways associations can offer an antidote to populism Associations are inescapably collective, a place to show up and participate in something, across political and social divides Society • 08 Dec 23
