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Surrealing in the Years: RTÉ's existential crisis has united the nation like little else
A sort of Italia ’90 for poor corporate governance.
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Jul 1st 2023, 9:00 AM
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Aoife Martin: Reflections on Pride 2023 - it really is for everybody
As Pride Month 2023 draws to a close, our columnist reflects on this year’s celebrations and what they mean to the community and wider society.
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Jun 30th 2023, 7:00 PM
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Simon McGarr: This is not RTÉ's first scandal - the broadcaster was at the heart of one in 1967
The solicitor and commentator looks at the parallels between RTÉ’s latest scandal and equally controversial events in the 1960s.
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Jun 30th 2023, 2:52 PM
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Opinion: As Lewis Capaldi pulls back, he cuts through an unspoken form of ableism
Niamh Jimenez says Lewis Capaldi’s break from touring announced this week is an antidote to inspiration porn.
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Jun 30th 2023, 10:31 AM
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Analysis: If RTÉ is to survive this scandal it must focus on public-interest only from now on
DCU’s Dr Eileen Culloty looks at how RTÉ could move on from the current controversies and embrace a future model of true public service.
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Jun 29th 2023, 7:00 PM
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Donnacha Ó Beacháin: The insurrection has done Putin irreparable damage - what happens now?
The DCU professor of politics says Russia’s difficulties are Ukraine’s opportunity.
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Jun 29th 2023, 1:00 PM
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Reinhard Schaler: Ten years on from my son's accident, he continues to be an inspiration
On 27 June 2013, Pádraig Schaler was hit by a 4.3 ton van and suffered a devastating brain injury while cycling to work in Cape Cod on a J1 Visa.
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Jun 27th 2023, 10:00 PM
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Ivana Bacik: 'It is an injustice that children of same-sex couples are being denied rights'
The Labour leader introduced new legislation today to bring greater legal clarity to children of same-sex couples.
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Jun 27th 2023, 7:00 PM
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Opinion: How many data centres is enough for Ireland - when will we call a halt?
Jennifer Whitmore of the Social Democrats argues that we’re backing ourselves into a corner with the policy that says no amount of data centres is enough.
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Jun 26th 2023, 7:00 PM
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Money Diaries: A 26-year-old software engineer on £75K living in London
This week, our reader sees himself returning to Ireland eventually, but doesn’t see the point at the moment with costs being almost as expensive as London.
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Jun 25th 2023, 8:00 PM
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Dr Chris Luke: Knives are lethal weapons - we must not sleepwalk into a rise in their use
The retired medical consultant outlines the severe injuries incurred by victims of knife crime and says tackling this crime should be a priority.
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Jun 25th 2023, 7:30 AM
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Peter Flanagan is on holidays: 'Put Tramore and Stoneybatter in a blender and you get Margate'
The comedian compares his holiday experience in the UK countryside to the craic chasing at home.
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Jun 24th 2023, 8:00 PM
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Surrealing in the Years: Between subs, Tubs and consultative forums, who knows where to look?
A slow news week.
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Jun 24th 2023, 9:00 AM
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Excerpt: 'My mother had the babies before marriage - I understand this was the ultimate taboo'
The author shares snippets of her difficult childhood in Cork in her new book, Grand.
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Jun 24th 2023, 7:00 AM
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Larry Donnelly: One man in the pub wore a T-shirt that read 'Trump 2024 - no more bullshit'
Our columnist is visiting friends in Cape Cod and taking the political temperature in the US.
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Jun 23rd 2023, 10:30 PM
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Dr Edward Burke: 'We may cherish our neutrality but we cannot ignore the changing world'
The assistant professor in the History of War at UCD looks at the shape of Irish neutrality and outlines how it’s viewed internationally.
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Jun 23rd 2023, 7:00 AM
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Gill Perdue: From Cagney and Lacey to Bad Sisters, strong female characters are a joy to watch
The author’s new book is built around strong female characters and here, she looks at others who have inspired her.
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Jun 22nd 2023, 9:15 PM
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Aoife Barry: 'I can't believe I fell for the idea that to age is to diminish'
The journalist and writer says stories from her elders have taught her that life doesn’t get more boring as we age.
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Jun 21st 2023, 11:55 AM
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World Refugee Day: 'The lack of freedom of Direct Provision can take a toll on your mental health'
Duduzile Simkhumba of the Movement of Asylum Seekers Ireland looks at the challenges and progress made in the Irish immigration system.
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Jun 20th 2023, 5:00 PM
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Opinion: Ireland’s Occupied Territories Bill must not be forgotten - it needs to be enacted now
David Clinch has met with many Israeli and Palestinian people through his work as a physician – he says Ireland has the ability to bring leadership and hope to the conflict.
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Jun 19th 2023, 8:00 PM
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Tom Clonan: Joining NATO doesn't benefit Ireland, but that doesn't excuse poor defence spending
The security analyst looks ahead to the government’s Consultative Forums on Neutrality and outlines why our position of military neutrality really matters.
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Jun 19th 2023, 11:19 AM
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Money Diaries: A civil engineer and farmer on €75K living in Leinster
This week, our reader is busy running his farm and working as an engineer, while also building his own home.
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Jun 18th 2023, 8:00 PM
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Surrealing in the Years: Maybe the time for political stunts is now
Another week of outrages reminds us of the value of urgency.
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Jun 18th 2023, 9:30 AM
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Jim O'Callaghan: 'The possession of knives has become normalised - this needs to be reversed'
The Fianna Fáil TD says it is not enough for society to just express condolences when people die because of knife crime.
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Jun 18th 2023, 7:30 AM
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Analysis: 'On average, men are much more likely to engage in self-promotion than women'
Dr Emma Howard looks at how gender roles are carved out through education and into the workplace.
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Jun 17th 2023, 8:30 PM
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Lynn Ruane: 'Christy, you inspired me to live longer, love deeper and fight harder'
The senator pays tribute to the late Christy Dignam who will be laid to rest today.
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Jun 17th 2023, 8:00 AM
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Opinion: Deflating SUV tyres is not welcome, but make no mistake - these vehicles are the worst
Sadhbh O’ Neill outlines why SUVs, even electric ones, are truly problematic.
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Jun 16th 2023, 4:20 PM
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Analysis: In Europe, Ireland is an outlier when it comes to climate action
Emma DeSouza reports on the climate debates in Strasbourg.
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Jun 15th 2023, 7:00 PM
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Opinion: It's important that healthcare staff support the proposed ban on conversion practices
Dr Suzanne Crowe of the Medical Council looks at the proposed ban on conversion practices and says healthcare staff need to get behind it.
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Jun 15th 2023, 7:00 AM
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Opinion: When it comes to news trust, AI presents both opportunities and risks
Dr Kirsty Park reacts to this year’s global Digital News Report and looks at the impacts of AI on journalism as a whole.
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Jun 14th 2023, 7:00 AM
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John Gibbons: Insects are in big trouble and that's bad news for birds and amphibians too
The environmental journalist and campaigner looks at the devastating losses to the global insect population and its ripple effects.
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Jun 13th 2023, 9:00 PM
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Opinion: The Hate Offences Bill is far from anti-democratic - it's a mark of a civilised society
Adam Long of the National LGBT Federation (NXF) outlines why it’s important the new hate offences laws are not delayed or derailed.
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Jun 13th 2023, 8:38 AM
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My remote work: 'I traded my two-hour London commute for Donegal and never looked back'
Two fully remote workers outline why they made the decision and what the challenges and benefits are of working from home.
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Jun 12th 2023, 6:30 AM
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Money Diaries: A manager at an NGO on €53K living in Dublin
This week, our reader is busy juggling work, household and gardening.
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Jun 11th 2023, 8:00 PM
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Opinion: Climate change affects children as well - here are some ways you can help them cope
Dr Michelle Cowley-Cunningham of DCU offers some suggestions for helping young people cope with climate anxiety.
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Jun 11th 2023, 7:30 AM
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Dog behaviourist: Keep your dog cool in the hot weather with these helpful tips
Suzi Walsh has some great advice for dog owners over these hot days.
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Jun 10th 2023, 8:00 PM
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Surrealing in the Years: Today is officially the day after tomorrow
Everybody’s gotta learn sometime.
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Jun 10th 2023, 9:00 AM
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Larry Donnelly: Can 'Teflon Don' weather this storm and who's best placed to challenge him?
Our columnist looks at the latest legal moves against Trump and assesses his main challengers for the nomination.
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Jun 10th 2023, 7:00 AM
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Tom Clonan: Ukraine must now use the summer to mount its counter-offensive and push Putin back
Independent senator and defence analyst Tom Clonan examines what will happen as Ukraine launches its counter-offensive.
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Jun 9th 2023, 5:21 PM
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Aoife Martin: Elliot Page's book outlines the damage being closeted can do to your self-esteem
Our columnist shares her thoughts on the new autobiography, Pageboy.
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Jun 8th 2023, 11:46 PM
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