# Challenges

Last year

2022

Boom and bust cycle a harsh reality as Ireland search for consistency

While goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu is under the spotlight in the Premier League, Stephen Kenny will be hoping attacking trio can shine this month.

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Sep 18th 2022, 7:15 AM

# Challenges

Macron seeks to calm security and budget concerns over Paris 2024 Olympics

France’s reputation as a reliable host of sporting events took a battering following the chaos that marred this year’s Champions League final in Paris.

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Jul 26th 2022, 9:09 AM

All time

# Back in action

Cullen close to completing Covid isolation as Leinster return to training

The head coach hopes Leinster will face Ulster on New Year’s Day in Belfast.

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Dec 28th 2021, 4:03 PM

# Challenges

Leinster press on for Montpellier clash despite Covid in both camps

Head coach Leo Cullen underlined the responsibility for his players to ‘do the right thing.’

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Dec 15th 2021, 7:59 AM

# Analysis

What's next for Afghanistan after the US withdrawal and the Taliban's takeover?

How to get Kabul’s airport running again, a lack of trust in the Taliban, and serious economic holes are among the main issues.

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Aug 31st 2021, 11:48 AM

# Challenges

No pause for breath as Irish provinces launch straight into European action

The Champions Cup kicks off on Friday night as Toulouse visit Ulster in Belfast.

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Dec 7th 2020, 6:00 AM

# Challenges

Why is postponing this year's Olympics so complicated?

‘It’s not like moving a football game to next Saturday,’ says IOC president Thomas Bach.

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Mar 23rd 2020, 10:49 AM

# Challenges

‘We would be foolish to say there is not some sort of drug problem in rugby’

In a fascinating interview with his former coach, Shane Horgan opens up about the challenges facing rugby right now.

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Mar 2nd 2020, 8:41 PM

# looking ahead

5 challenges facing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as Man United manager

The 46-year-old was a popular choice to become full-time successor to Jose Mourinho.

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Mar 29th 2019, 2:23 PM

# Back to Work

Here are just some of the problems facing the Taoiseach as TDs head back to the Dáíl

In what could be Leo Varadkar’s toughest year yet, there are a number of huge issues barrelling towards him from day one.

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Jan 14th 2019, 6:30 AM

# Challenges

'The best in the country' and 'fickle' - the life of a Cork hurler

Star forward Alan Cadogan says that playing for Cork can be a rewarding but equally challenging experience.

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May 9th 2018, 7:48 PM

# Challenges

Gabriel Byrne: 'People coming in and making films in Ireland cheaply - that's not an industry'

The legendary actor said that Ireland has the same battle as every small country in succeeding in the film industry.

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Feb 16th 2018, 6:10 AM

# brexit battles

Britain's government has survived the first parliamentary challenges to its Brexit bill

An amendment giving devolved legislatures – like Northern Ireland – a veto over the Brexit agreement was defeated.

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Nov 14th 2017, 10:15 PM

# Challenges

'For people with disabilities this is a crisis within a crisis'

This is the reality for a growing number of people.

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Aug 12th 2017, 6:30 AM

# No regrets

Enda Kenny says he doesn't regret the comments he made in the Dáil about Donald Trump

When asked about Trump’s comments in the Dáil in May, Kenny described the comments as both “racist and dangerous”.

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Jan 1st 2017, 6:10 AM

# Challenges

Almost one year after the Cologne attacks, Germany still struggles with refugee integration

1,200 complaints were made to police, 500 of which were for sexual assault, on New Year’s Eve in Cologne last year

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Dec 17th 2016, 9:30 PM

# Challenges

Boring lecture ended with news of first Ireland cap to liven up Nicole Fowley

Last week’s performance has earned Nicole Fowley a second start for Ireland this weekend.

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Nov 18th 2016, 6:25 PM

# all change

Break-ups, career moves and kids - the science of making a BIG change

Moments of crisis or contentment – managing life changes can be done.

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Oct 28th 2016, 11:00 AM

# column

'The Italy and Scotland games are invaluable learning opportunities for Ireland'

Our Six Nations columnist Lynne Cantwell looks at the challenges for Ireland’s women’s team.

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Mar 4th 2016, 7:45 AM

# coping international

What do you do when your father is a priest?

Coping International have been set up to assist the children of clergymen.

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Jun 14th 2015, 8:30 PM

# beneath the waves

Like swimming in Ireland? The bathing water is classified as 'poor' in these locations...

Irish Water is pledging to clean up seven of our least tempting bathing areas.

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Apr 21st 2015, 8:09 AM

# personal challenge

Facebook's CEO has asked the world what his New Year's resolution should be

What do you suggest to the person who has already learnt Mandarin?

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Dec 31st 2014, 5:00 PM

# Triskaidekaphobia

'There'll be a lot of traffic': Schmidt outlines the challenges facing Henshaw at 13

The new 13 faces a real test at the Aviva on Saturday.

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Nov 21st 2014, 9:17 AM

# big data

These are the challenges faced in making our cities smarter

Numerous cities across the world, including Dublin, are engaging with projects that will make their cities smarter, but what are the concerns?

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Nov 15th 2014, 4:00 PM

# the general

'Johnny's a poster boy for being a professional' - Sexton up for IRB award

The Ireland camp are unsurprised that their out-half has been nominated alongside four Southern Hemisphere players.

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Nov 12th 2014, 2:07 PM

# firestarter

Teens are setting themselves on fire as part of a 'Facebook challenge'

*shakes head*

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Jul 31st 2014, 2:34 PM

# female problems

12 challenges women face that men just don't understand

They may think they do, but they couldn’t possibly.

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Nov 5th 2013, 9:30 PM

# Challenges

Thomond reception prepared me for Top 14 boos, says Jonny Sexton

The Ireland kicker talks about life at Racing Metro and his friendship with coach Ronan O’Gara.

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Sep 17th 2013, 1:46 PM

Voices

Column: Should we increase school inspections?

The reality is that inspections only offer a momentary window into a teacher’s classroom as an educator. I would challenge the very notion that increasing inspections and appraisals is necessary to help develop better education standards, writes Aodhán Ó Ríordáin.

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Mar 27th 2013, 7:00 PM

# Challenges

Sweden v Ireland: 3 key battles ahead of tonight's match

We assess the danger men for the Swedes, as well as our own integral individuals.

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Mar 22nd 2013, 4:30 PM

# Social Media

Facebook and Twitter representatives to appear before Oireachtas committee

They will speak to the committee about social media, cyber-bullying and harassment.

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Mar 6th 2013, 10:26 PM

# Fianna Fáil

Hundreds of young Fianna Fáil members converge on Sligo

In the region of 500 young Fianna Fáil members are expected to attend the event, which takes place in Sligo this weekend.

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Feb 23rd 2013, 1:41 PM

Voices

Column: 8 ways to change your life in 2013

Want to make a fresh start this year? Margaret Mara offers some tips on how to go about it.

Jan 1st 2013, 8:15 AM

# Committee

Parents of special needs children to speak to Oireachtas Committee

They will speak about the challenges facing their families with the Joint Committee on Education and Social Protection, chaired by Joanna Tuffy (pictured).

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Nov 7th 2012, 6:45 AM

# Education

Increase in student numbers means 'challenges for education system'

The Teachers Union of Ireland says that a 26 per cent increase in students means the education system “faces one of the most challenging periods in its history”.

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Aug 9th 2012, 10:02 AM

# Labour Party

Gilmore acknowledges Labour’s poll difficulties but says crisis must be resolved

Gilmore said that his party was focussed on solving the country’s economic crisis but acknowledged difficulties with its identity in the coalition with Fine Gael.

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Jun 4th 2012, 8:15 AM