#Positivity
HSE urges people to reduce contacts with average for positive case now at six
CEO Paul Reid said the numbers failing to turn up for their swab appointments has reduced now.
Farrell: 'What a position to be in. We've won our first game at home'
The Ireland head coach says Scotland aren’t getting the credit they deserve for last weekend’s display.
Lynn Ruane: My New Year gift to myself? Gratitude for my body
Being negative about my body is exhausting, so it’s time to stop, writes Lynn Ruane.
'When you look at the stats, I'm really happy with the performance' - Schmidt
Joe Schmidt’s Ireland delivered their second poor performance in a row at the World Cup.
Hansen insists he's 'loving it' as top All Blacks axed
The coach showed no mercy after last week’s thrashing in Sydney, dumping prop Owen Franks and wings Ben Smith and Rieko Ioane.
'Hurling is unbelievable and we can make camogie like that as well'
Cork star Amy O’Connor is keen to promote the game in a positive light.
Opinion: What can we learn from the Irish people who live to be 100?
Resilience, positivity and staying connected are the keys to longevity, writes Alison Fagan, who visited Ireland’s inspirational centenarians.
'A goalless draw is the best draw you can get'
Jamie Carragher was positive about Liverpool’s chances of progression following the first-leg encounter with Bayern Munich.
Togetherness key to United's fightback - Lukaku
Manchester United’s team spirit helped them through a testing home match against Newcastle United, according to Romelu Lukaku.
Simple expert tips on how to make the most of your phone's camera
This week, we’re all about cultivating positivity with our phone. So why not get to know your camera?
'We said on the pitch afterwards that we aren't going to let this be the full stop'
Simon Zebo believes the best is yet to come from this Munster squad.
'I've stopped listening' - John Stones ignoring critics ahead of Everton return
The Manchester City defender has come under fire at times this season, but the England international is taking everything in his stride
Do you know your 'blind spots'? How to look after your mental health
The CEO of the Psychological Society of Ireland gives practical tips on how to encourage positive mental well-being.
'It doesn't help having one good weekend, one bad': Ulster target consistency ahead of twin tussles with Toulouse
First up, Les Kiss’ men take on the side one place above them in the Pro12 table, Edinburgh.
It's time for Irish football fans to embrace positivity after last night's stunning result
The Boys in Green earned a historic 1-0 Euro 2016 qualification victory over Germany on Thursday.
An bhfuil Gaeilge agat? ... People like the idea of Irish - but they still aren't speaking it
What do you think of the Irish language? A major new study’s been carried out, and there are some interesting findings.
Roy Keane: 'We can't sit back and expect to defend for 90 minutes against Germany'
The Ireland assistant boss also insists the world champions won’t be “panicking” following their loss on Saturday.
'You've got to keep fighting' - Luke Fitzgerald remains unfulfilled
The 26-year-old is hopeful of playing again in September after an operation on his groins and abs.
Amputee says goodbye to his foot in heartwarming photo diary
His positivity is infectious.
Heaslip: 'You've got to learn from your mistakes and fail better'
The Ireland No. 8 is focusing on positives as Ireland prepare for the closing stages of the Six Nations.
Children's hospital performs moving Katy Perry lip dub
There’s just… something in our eye. Or several things. There are several things in our eyes.
25 good things that have happened since the last budget
No matter how grim things seem today, there are still good things ahead.
10 things to remind you that people are actually generous
Forget about this Budget day doom and gloom, and remember why you have faith in humanity.
Scaling back on fiscal adjustment is risky, says Central Bank
The Central Bank has downgraded Ireland’s growth forecast for this year stating Ireland’s recovery will be a “gradual” one.
9 reasons why you should be thrilled you made it through Monday
You can be our heroes, baby.
This 17 year old died on Monday but what he left is inspirational
It’s your morning cry, and it’ll make you think about how you’re living your life.
Column: Why recovering my brother's stolen bike meant so much
Colin Regan sent out an appeal on Facebook when his bicycle, which had belonged to his late brother Gordon, was stolen. The universe (and friends) conspired to reunite him with it just before Christmas.
Guinness Series: Gordon D'Arcy on Ireland's self-belief and tracking Simon Zebo with GPS
The Wexford man is back in the centre for Ireland after missing the Waikato wipeout.
Investors more confident in Ireland, but fearful for global economy
RaboDirect’s investor barometer says 37 per cent of Irish investors are confident about the country’s short-term outlook.
De Gea: 'I won't be affected'
Manchester United’s mercurial shot-stopper believes his side have the belief and tactical strength to overcome Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Business advice from Bill Cullen: lose weight
Lose a couple of stone and you might make money.
Tabloids have up to twice as many negative headlines as positive - study
A study of five Irish tabloids over a two-week period shows a distinct preference for negative headlines on stories.
Cheer up, Enda! EU leader sends Taoiseach 'Book of Happiness'
European Council chairman Herman van Rompuy sent the self-help tome to Enda and other world leaders for Christmas.
Column: Stay positive, keep moving - the advice YOU gave me
Two weeks ago, Liam Horan wrote about going back to college after 26 years – and the response he received in comments, emails and calls displays the positivity and courage of many people finding their way through the recession.
Column: We Irish are addicted to 'recession porn'
We all love complaining about bad news – but we need to devote that energy to improving things instead, writes Ed Fidgeon-Kavanagh.
Over half of people positive after jobs initiative, survey finds
55 per cent of respondents are positive about the jobs initiative itself, while 85 per cent can handle prospective bad news.
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