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 • 26 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 • 26 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 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
Why has Ireland shown a striking reluctance to plan its future? Ireland has shown an unwillingness for decades to produce and enact coherent economic, social and spatial plans Ireland • 05 Dec 23
Why has Ireland shown a striking reluctance to plan its future? Ireland has shown an unwillingness for decades to produce and enact coherent economic, social and spatial plans Ireland • 05 Dec 23
How the far right are misrepresenting Irish history The use of the term 'plantation' by far right groups in Ireland is a localised effort to peddle misinformation and racism Ireland • 24 Nov 23
How the far right are misrepresenting Irish history The use of the term 'plantation' by far right groups in Ireland is a localised effort to peddle misinformation and racism Ireland • 24 Nov 23
Why do people break traffic rules and laws? The puzzle of why some people obey and others disobey traffic laws extends beyond enforcement to the fabric of society itself Society • 21 Nov 23
Why do people break traffic rules and laws? The puzzle of why some people obey and others disobey traffic laws extends beyond enforcement to the fabric of society itself Society • 21 Nov 23
What should we expect from Ireland's Covid inquiry? It will need to be transparent, independent and ask the right questions about what we've experienced since March 13th 2020 Ireland • 16 Nov 23
What should we expect from Ireland's Covid inquiry? It will need to be transparent, independent and ask the right questions about what we've experienced since March 13th 2020 Ireland • 16 Nov 23
How to Have Sex: a powerful film about the complexity of consent Molly Manning Walker has produced an authentic portrayal of the riotous, noisy and confused mayhem of teen years Brainstorm • 15 Nov 23
How to Have Sex: a powerful film about the complexity of consent Molly Manning Walker has produced an authentic portrayal of the riotous, noisy and confused mayhem of teen years Brainstorm • 15 Nov 23
Why is society so surprised by older people having sex? You'll find few positive depictions of old age sexuality yet research confirms the importance of active sex lives to this cohort Sexuality • 20 Oct 23
Why is society so surprised by older people having sex? You'll find few positive depictions of old age sexuality yet research confirms the importance of active sex lives to this cohort Sexuality • 20 Oct 23
Does being an only child affect your development? Research shows that growing up without siblings does not have a big impact on cognitive development compared to other family characteristics Psychology • 06 Oct 23
Does being an only child affect your development? Research shows that growing up without siblings does not have a big impact on cognitive development compared to other family characteristics Psychology • 06 Oct 23
4 ways to support someone who is experiencing domestic abuse One in three women will experience domestic abuse so how should you respond if your friend, relative or colleague confides in you? Society • 20 Sep 23
4 ways to support someone who is experiencing domestic abuse One in three women will experience domestic abuse so how should you respond if your friend, relative or colleague confides in you? Society • 20 Sep 23
What's needed to reduce the high level of reoffending in Ireland? With 6 in 10 of those released from prison reoffending within three years, it's clear the justice system alone can't solve this issue Crime • 18 Sep 23
What's needed to reduce the high level of reoffending in Ireland? With 6 in 10 of those released from prison reoffending within three years, it's clear the justice system alone can't solve this issue Crime • 18 Sep 23
