Shocking testimony lifts lid on Trump amid Capitol riot This was by far the most explosive set of revelations presented by the 6 January Committee. Analysis and Comment • 29 Jun
Now real work begins on domestic violence strategy The word "ambitious" has been used to describe the zero tolerance strategy by the Government towards domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. Analysis and Comment • 29 Jun
HSE facing massive changes in leadership The departure of Paul Reid as Health Service Executive chief is a big surprise and leaves the executive face massive changes in its top personnel. Analysis and Comment • 27 Jun
Boris Johnson clings to power amid Tory Party upheaval The question that remains after the latest week of upheaval in the Conservative party is - How long can this go on? Analysis and Comment • 30 Jun
Crunch time to reach a deal on emissions reductions The Secretary General of the United Nations, António Guterres, is getting more and more blunt about political prevarication surrounding climate action. Analysis and Comment • 26 Jun
Rude Health: How wellness has become big business People have become more health-focused - particularly since the start of the pandemic - which has helped the 'wellness industry' to boom, writes Adam Maguire. Business • 24 Jun
US gun laws: Grand experiment put to the test The ruling by the US Supreme Court restricting states' rights to regulate the carrying of guns by Americans is almost certain to lead to a … Analysis and Comment • 24 Jun
Government avoids war of words with President Higgins Just how far can politicians go when they want to criticise a President? Analysis and Comment • 19 Jun
Hotels and tourism on sticky wicket around high prices Hotels and other tourism focused businesses have faced a barrage of criticism in the past week for 'rip-off' charges and alleged 'price-gouging'. But to what … Business • 19 Jun
Will Donald Trump face prosecution over 6 January 2021? As the legal drama continues in the US over the legacy of the Capitol riots on 6 January 2021, the impact on the political careers … US • 19 Jun
NI Protocol: No off ramps, only cliff edges Europe Editor Tony Connelly explains how a "unique opportunity' in January 2021 has led to this week's escalation of the Northern Ireland Protocol impasse. Analysis and Comment • 18 Jun
Mind the gap: Big divide in public pay talks Initially, unions said they would not discuss details of the pay offer made by the Government, but on Friday evening that all changed. Analysis and Comment • 18 Jun
France swelters in weather posing serious health risks Extreme heat being experience in France and elsewhere in Europe poses significant health risks to the elderly and those with medical conditions that are exacerbated … Analysis and Comment • 18 Jun
Homeowners affected by redress scheme remain unhappy €2.7 billion has been agreed for homeowners affected by defective concrete blocks under the redress scheme signed off by Cabinet today. Analysis and Comment • 14 Jun
EU will not renegotiate NI Protocol, says Šefčovič The European Union will not renegotiate the Northern Ireland Protocol agreement, European Commission Vice-President Maros Šefčovič has said, in response to Britain's decision to override … European Union • 13 Jun
A week is a long time during the cost of living crisis A month might be a long time for those waiting on their next welfare or pay cheque at this time of record energy poverty, but … Analysis and Comment • 18 Jun
Reeling in the years: The history of inflation We now spend proportionately less on fuel than we did in the '80s, which is small comfort now that you're paying 26% more for your … Analysis and Comment • 11 Jun
Johnson shrugs off another bad week It should have been a bad week for Boris Johnson, with an explosive resignation letter from his ethics adviser, but somehow, it does not seem … UK • 19 Jun
Household pressure on the rise as inflation bites Coupled with mostly static wages, it is no surprise that the cost of living now tops opinion polls as the public's number one concern. Analysis and Comment • 18 Jun
UK Protocol Bill: Conflict with the EU inevitable The UK Protocol bill is expected to strip out a swathe of provisions, not because they make the EU implement the Protocol more zealously, but … Analysis and Comment • 11 Jun
US committee seeks to prove Trump's election 'plot' US congressional committee is trying to prove its case - that there was a "sophisticated seven-part plot to overthrow the election result", with President Trump … Analysis and Comment • 10 Jun
Unpopular Boris Johnson's room to manoeuvre now limited Boris Johnson was famously described as a "greased piglet" by former prime minister David Cameron, based on his ability to squeeze away from any attempt … Analysis and Comment • 12 Jun
Inflation once again as consumers pay the price Inflation is up again, mortgage interest rates are set to rise and consumers face trying to make wages and income stretch a little further. Analysis and Comment • 09 Jun
