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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'
vice presidents
Larry Donnelly: Tonight's VP debate could prove crucial in the race for the White House
IRISH ELECTIONS
Larry Donnelly: I still believe there's a chance the general election won't happen until 2025
CLIMATE CRISIS
Opinion: Our research has found vast public support for a democratic global government
low iron
Opinion: We need to give women better advice if thousands are iron deficient during pregnancy
OPW spending
Opinion: The bike shed controversy shows us we don't condone investment in sustainable transport
taxpayers money
Opinion: The OPW controversy reveals systemic issues with how government projects are developed
Finances
Opinion: Don't rely on the government to sort your pension unless you're a senior public servant
Nationality
Opinion: Some would have us believe that Irishness is about place and blood — they're wrong
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