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Healthcare
Opinion: 'Neuroimaging has shown that psychedelics can increase connectivity in the brain'
Racism
Opinion: He shouted, 'You foreigners making big money off other people,' and my face turned hot
failte ireland voices
Matthew Ray: A more inclusive workforce in tourism means happier colleagues and customers
fire and brimstone
Niamh O'Reilly: Why do I bring my children to mass to hear how unworthy they are?
Social Media
Opinion: Netanyahu and Musk are different types of narcissists, both foolish and bad for the world
Surrealing in the Years
Surrealing in the Years: Calling an election now would be nakedly cynical, but nobody cares
One Direction
Opinion: Liam Payne's tragic death illustrates once again the pressures of fame on young people
failte ireland voices
Louise Bruton: Beyond the Trees gave me access to nature that I don't normally get
Woodlands
Opinion: 'One forester said all the rules around planting native trees make him want to scream'
murders in the north
Opinion: In a post-conflict society like Northern Ireland, women are at greater risk of violence
october 7
Gaza, one year on: 'I will never forget the sight of my children running towards the flames'
probation service
Colm O'Regan: I've learned recently that most crime is the result of a series of bad decisions
House Prices
Opinion: Inheritance tax changes in the budget have brought some relief, but not enough
voices
Norma Foley: €9m for phone pouches is a significant once-off investment but it will improve wellbeing in our schools
Rest In Peace
Mary Hanafin: They called Mary O'Rourke 'Mammy of the Dáil' as a mark of respect for a great woman
unifil mission
Tom Clonan: Irish troops in Lebanon are now acting as observers in a de-facto warzone
veep debate
Larry Donnelly: JD Vance came across as an engaging advocate for Trumpism. That's no mean feat.
Climate emergency
Opinion: The budget lacks the measures needed for a truly inclusive climate transition
Budget2025
Single working woman: 'This budget just flat out ignored anyone without a family and a home'
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