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Embracing the new normal after the Covid-19 shutdown - notes from a Kerryman in China
Greg McDonough says life is returning to some semblance of normal for his family after the shutdown in China.
'Nefarious actors are at the root of Covid-19 fake news - and they are part of dangerous geo-political games'
We have a habit of thinking in Ireland that the likes of Russia, China or the alt-right in the United States have no interest in our country. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case, writes Ireland South MEP Billy Kelleher.
GOAL: We hope to learn lessons from the west when tackling any African Covid-19 outbreak
Dr Enida Friel of GOAL says Covid-19 will not be beaten until it’s beaten by all countries.
Opinion: Mental health and coronavirus: What lessons can Ireland learn from previous epidemics?
It is useful to draw some comparisons with the West African Ebola crisis before Covid-19, John Farrelly writes.
The Irish For: Although apart for now, when we reunite, it will be the stuff of poetry. Crisis survival tips from the Irish language
We look to language when seeking a reassuring symbol of endurance, Darach Ó Séaghdha writes.
Opinion: Why labelling your emotions can help you cope with coronavirus anxiety
Psychologist Brendan Kelly shares an extract from his new book, which is about coping with the coronavirus.
A nurse returning to work at the frontline: 'Not all heroes wear capes, but they all need a face mask'
I left nursing years ago and now I feel I have a duty to return, but the odds are against us, writes Deirdre Mullins.
How I Spend My Money: A 35-year-old manager from Dublin earning €55,000 living and working in Sweden
This week’s reader lives on the west coast of Sweden and owns an apartment with his girlfriend.
How I Spend My Money: A 28-year-old doctor commuting from Dublin to the midlands on €63,000
This week, our reader is a junior doctor saving to buy a house with her boyfriend.
Hilary Fannin: 'My mother longed for freedom, for a romantic-whirlwind kind of world that existed far beyond our garden wall'
Author Hilary Fannin writes about her late mother, and how their relationship coloured her life.
'It's a matter of when we health workers get this coronavirus, not if': Notes from a doctor at the frontline
Professor Rónán Collins says that he and his colleagues have accepted that they will most likely contract Covid-19
Opinion: 'Dublin is changing - and we don't need conversations, we need interventions'
While searching for an accessible bathroom, Rosaleen McDonagh began to ruminate on the kinds of contentious spaces we see around our city.
Larry Donnelly: Super Tuesday 2 makes Joe Biden the Democratic nominee in-waiting
Biden was all but counted out by most onlookers before recently, writes Larry Donnelly.
Player ratings: How the Ireland squad are shaping up for Slovakia
The pivotal play-off takes place in Bratislava on 26 March.
Opinion: Kevin Boyle - the Irishman who took on the Ayatollah
Lawyer Kevin Boyle found himself placed “in the perilous front lines of the emerging clash between Islamic extremism and western liberal democracy”, writes Mike Chinoy.
Is Ireland's rugby media too extreme, too harsh, or too soft?
Bernard Jackman gave his view on the latest episode of The42 Rugby Weekly.
Opinion: Why we asked people on the streets of Dublin if they watch pornography
Cliodhna McAllister writes about how her experiences with Tinder, dating and porn got her thinking about how we view sexuality and gender in Ireland.
Lise Hand: After a long day, the prospect of an 'accidental' Green Taoiseach gave us 15 seconds of comedic drama
The vote for a new chieftan had none of the usual frisson of anxiety and anticipation, writes Lise Hand.
Opinion: It's time to get real about heroin addiction. It's time to decriminalise this drug
Dr Austin O’Carroll says decriminalisation would be a way of taking responsibility for the vicious effects of inequality.
Opinion: 'I'm constantly asked if I can thank the handyman for carrying out their work - my work'
Laura de Barra, author of a new book Gaff Goddess, writes about why we need to take the gender out of DIY.
Cork's perfect start to the league and win over arch-rivals bodes well for the year ahead
So far, so good for the Rebels.
Flexing some labour market muscle: Managing the growing significance of the gig economy
With a labour shortage and more flexible roles, businesses need to adapt to new ways of working
The Irish For: Was Dracula's name inspired by Gaeilge? Probably not, but coincidence can be lovely
There are plenty of linguistic similarities between Irish and other languages.
A trade deal signals a thaw between Trump and China, but it sets a potentially worrying precedent
Is the agreement a victory for unilateralism? Ireland and the globe are braced to find out.
Opinion: 'It's only as an adult in a post-Brexit world that the extent of what people lived through in the Troubles hits home'
Two women and dancers, Nicola Curry and Liz Roche, explore their own stories of growing up on both sides of the border.
Larry Donnelly: Iowa and New Hampshire - a preview and a primer
The two states play a key role in nominating presidential candidates.
Opinion: Examined in the toilet, protesting in a chair for a bed - my battle for comfort in hospital
Jess was given a makeshift bed behind a doorway when battling infection following a mastectomy.
Lise Hand: Most voters in the real world don’t give a monkey's if Leo Varadkar smoked hash
The bleak first week of the election campaign meant any moment of lighter drama was welcomed by all, writes Lise Hand.
'There's a lot said about Dublin but financial advantages don't get you up at 6am for a gym session'
Conor Cox says there is an onus on other teams to bridge the gap on the All-Ireland champions.
Lise Hand: Will they? Won't they? Shades of Love Island as big parties can't avoid recoupling talk
Who needs bikinis and palm trees and hook-ups when we have Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin post-breakup? asked Lise Hand who was in Ballymount last night for the Virgin Media Big Debate.
As the great and good head up the mountain to Davos, there is more to discuss than just money
The gathering might be known for fat cats in the snow, but there’s plenty of work done behind the scenes
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Larry Donnelly: Buckle up, this #GE2020 campaign promises to be interesting
As a self-confessed political anorak, Larry Donnelly is looking forward to the race.
As Ireland has it's first real ballot box contest in years, communication will be key
Finally, it’s game on in what will be the most keenly contested election in over 30 years.
Learning to reward entrepreneurship: The value of investing in our own innovation
Successfully leveraging our national research bank holds the key to sustainable economic prosperity.
Anti-abortion protests at hospitals: How have other countries handled them and what's the way forward here?
The problem with drawing up legislation on exclusion zones is that there are competing rights involved, writes lecturer in constitutional law Dr Laura Cahillane.
Simon Coveney: Lyra McKee's death inspired Northern talks, now politicians should take charge
The new deal is a balanced approach that can get the parliament up and running, the Tánaiste writes.
Dr Anthony O'Connor: History matters, but the record numbers on trolleys should trump commemoration debates
Why are we fighting the battles of the past rather than honouring the ideals of the Republic?
How I Spend My Money: A 32-year-old talent acquisition manager on €70,000 who commutes to Dublin
The Kildare native is hoping to save for a new car and house renovations.
The Irish For: The word 'dote' was used in Britain before it came to Ireland - and that's ok
Word usage is like a conga line at a wedding – nobody thinks the person at the front is an artistic visionary, but the second and third people to join in create the legitimacy for others to attach themselves
Governing tomorrow’s world: The challenge of creating policy for a connected future
As governments look at how to shape tomorrow’s world, the key element will be connectivity.
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