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Family - Sunday 9 December, 2018

Climate change and social media - Here's what's in store for the BT Young Scientist Exhibition BTYSTE

Climate change and social media - Here's what's in store for the BT Young Scientist Exhibition

Dec 9th 2018, 12:39 PM 7,171 Views 6 Comments

The BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2019 takes place from 9-12 January at the RDS in Dublin.

Family - Saturday 8 December, 2018

'Families need a Christmas miracle': Irish-funded doctors to help Chernobyl babies in war-torn Ukraine Chernobyl Heart

'Families need a Christmas miracle': Irish-funded doctors to help Chernobyl babies in war-torn Ukraine

Dec 8th 2018, 8:45 AM 7,709 Views 7 Comments

The group are travelling with the charity Chernobyl Children International.

Family - Friday 7 December, 2018

'I have security for life... there will be nobody knocking to say: Sorry, you have to move out' Social Housing

'I have security for life... there will be nobody knocking to say: Sorry, you have to move out'

Dec 7th 2018, 2:35 PM 71,435 Views 90 Comments

Minister for Housing Eoghan Murphy opened 44 new social housing units in Dundrum, Dublin this morning.

Health minister says HPV vaccine will be extended to boys next year Cancer

Health minister says HPV vaccine will be extended to boys next year

Dec 7th 2018, 11:00 AM 10,822 Views 33 Comments

Hiqa has also recommended switching to a different vaccination – one that protects against an additional five types of HPV.

Family - Thursday 6 December, 2018

Christmas spending: We're not in 'panic mode' but Brexit is putting the brakes on plans to splash the cash Hitting Home

Christmas spending: We're not in 'panic mode' but Brexit is putting the brakes on plans to splash the cash

Dec 6th 2018, 6:15 AM 8,418 Views 10 Comments

In the UK, consumer confidence registered the largest monthly decline in seventeen months in November.

Family - Sunday 2 December, 2018

Everything you need to know about the new US work visas for Irish people Going Stateside

Everything you need to know about the new US work visas for Irish people

Dec 2nd 2018, 7:30 PM 26,581 Views 16 Comments

It’s not a done deal yet, but advocates are cautiously optimistic about a big win.

Family - Saturday 1 December, 2018

Now you can finally limit how often you use apps on your phone Screen Time

Now you can finally limit how often you use apps on your phone

Dec 1st 2018, 10:00 PM 27,032 Views 28 Comments

Here’s how to use Screen Time if you’re an iOS user.

Family - Monday 26 November, 2018

39 people were killed or injured in incidents involving quad bikes or scramblers in 4 year period Road Safety

39 people were killed or injured in incidents involving quad bikes or scramblers in 4 year period

Nov 26th 2018, 3:42 PM 12,993 Views 52 Comments

There were 39 people killed or injured in collisions involving a quad bike or scrambler on a public road.

Family - Sunday 25 November, 2018

Why Disney decided to take the mick out of its princess stereotype Ralph Breaks The Internet

Why Disney decided to take the mick out of its princess stereotype

Nov 25th 2018, 8:00 AM 21,964 Views 29 Comments

In the movie, the princesses stand up for themselves.

Family - Saturday 24 November, 2018

Hopes that Irish children's TV will follow UK and feature Lámh signing after viral video Communication Needs

Hopes that Irish children's TV will follow UK and feature Lámh signing after viral video

Nov 24th 2018, 11:00 AM 17,279 Views 13 Comments

Lámh is Ireland’s version of Makaton.

Emma Mhic Mhathúna among Irish Red Cross Humanitarian Awards finalists Awards

Emma Mhic Mhathúna among Irish Red Cross Humanitarian Awards finalists

Nov 24th 2018, 7:35 AM 7,960 Views No Comments

Pat Hume, the wife of civil rights leader John Hume, will receive a Lifetime Achievement Awards at tonight’s ceremony.

Family - Thursday 22 November, 2018

'They deserve a second chance': ISPCA appeals for new homes for nine rescued Terrier dogs Donegal

'They deserve a second chance': ISPCA appeals for new homes for nine rescued Terrier dogs

Nov 22nd 2018, 5:56 PM 22,210 Views 11 Comments

The dogs were discovered by the ISPCA living in unsuitable conditions where their welfare was compromised.

One-third of eight-year-old boys are playing video games for over-18s Online Gaming

One-third of eight-year-old boys are playing video games for over-18s

Nov 22nd 2018, 9:04 AM 12,484 Views 47 Comments

60% of boys in sixth class have played an over-18s game.

Family - Tuesday 20 November, 2018

BBC nature team defends decision to intervene and save mother and baby emperor penguins Dynasties This post contains videos

BBC nature team defends decision to intervene and save mother and baby emperor penguins

Nov 20th 2018, 2:47 PM 46,007 Views 28 Comments

The decision broke a principle of nature film-making to observe but not interfere.

Family - Monday 19 November, 2018

'I tell people: girls and women in patriarchal societies, they die as if they were never born' I Am Malala

'I tell people: girls and women in patriarchal societies, they die as if they were never born'

Nov 19th 2018, 6:30 AM 14,376 Views 31 Comments

Ziauddin Yousafzai, father of Malala, has written a moving memoir.

Family - Sunday 11 November, 2018

Opinion: The Supermum myth needs to be exposed Opinion

Opinion: The Supermum myth needs to be exposed

Nov 11th 2018, 7:30 PM 43,968 Views 47 Comments

I can’t and won’t hide the fact that I find being Mum really tough, writes Geraldine Walsh

Family - Friday 9 November, 2018

Michelle Obama speaks about having a miscarriage and conceiving her children using IVF First Lady This post contains videos

Michelle Obama speaks about having a miscarriage and conceiving her children using IVF

Nov 9th 2018, 1:08 PM 40,697 Views 51 Comments

The former first lady says women need to be open with other about their bodies.

Family - Thursday 1 November, 2018

Number of births continues to decrease as average age of mothers rises CSO

Number of births continues to decrease as average age of mothers rises

Nov 1st 2018, 9:57 AM 37,681 Views 78 Comments

Teenage births have more than halved in a decade and the number of twins being born has increased significantly.

Family - Wednesday 31 October, 2018

Concerns raised over morning sickness medication being sold to women online Women's Health

Concerns raised over morning sickness medication being sold to women online

Oct 31st 2018, 6:05 AM 13,669 Views 10 Comments

There have been calls for the drug, which can cost up to €3,000, to be made available to women with a medical card.

Family - Tuesday 30 October, 2018

Homeless and Traveller children 'falling through gaps' in education system Report Card

Homeless and Traveller children 'falling through gaps' in education system

Oct 30th 2018, 6:05 AM 15,328 Views 59 Comments

Ireland is one of the best countries in terms of reducing education inequality, but concerns have been raised about vulnerable children.

Family - Monday 22 October, 2018

Repair works on Dublin school that forced closure of one of its buildings 'could take up to a year' Balbriggan

Repair works on Dublin school that forced closure of one of its buildings 'could take up to a year'

Oct 22nd 2018, 9:05 AM 18,146 Views 36 Comments

School management have pledged that all students will be accomodated after the mid-term break.

Family - Saturday 13 October, 2018

Decongestants 'should not be given' to young children with colds Warning

Decongestants 'should not be given' to young children with colds

Oct 13th 2018, 1:00 PM 27,352 Views 33 Comments

New research shows there is no evidence that they alleviate symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose.

Family - Tuesday 9 October, 2018

Here's what Budget 2019 means for someone earning €40,000 Wage Packet

Here's what Budget 2019 means for someone earning €40,000

Oct 9th 2018, 4:38 PM 44,115 Views 16 Comments

This is what your savings will be.

Parents to get an extra two weeks' paid parental leave from next year Budget 2019

Parents to get an extra two weeks' paid parental leave from next year

Oct 9th 2018, 1:53 PM 39,131 Views 22 Comments

The measure will be introduced from November 2019.

Family - Monday 1 October, 2018

In many cases, students no longer think they need to accept their very first job offer Read Me

In many cases, students no longer think they need to accept their very first job offer

Oct 1st 2018, 7:00 AM 13,416 Views 17 Comments

Students are growing in confidence about their immediate job prospects, writes Ruairi Kavanagh, editor of Gradireland.

Family - Thursday 27 September, 2018

'The stress makes me sick': New report highlights stark financial burden faced by Irish families Struggling Families

'The stress makes me sick': New report highlights stark financial burden faced by Irish families

Sep 27th 2018, 11:16 AM 22,360 Views 78 Comments

St Vincent de Paul says parents are struggling to eat, while prioritising their children’s education.

Family - Wednesday 26 September, 2018

Opinion: In the digital era, how do you raise your child to be a reader? Opinion

Opinion: In the digital era, how do you raise your child to be a reader?

Sep 26th 2018, 7:00 PM 13,956 Views 27 Comments

Bookseller Lorraine Levis advises parents on how to raise a book-loving child in a screen-loving era.

Family - Tuesday 18 September, 2018

'When a sick baby with partial facial paralysis smiles, it’s golden. Especially if it’s my baby' Rob Delaney

'When a sick baby with partial facial paralysis smiles, it’s golden. Especially if it’s my baby'

Sep 18th 2018, 2:17 PM 21,227 Views 9 Comments

Actor Rob Delaney has written a powerful essay about the death of his two-year-old son.

'Food terrorism': Australian strawberry scare continues as more needles found in fruit in copycat attacks Pins And Needles This post contains videos

'Food terrorism': Australian strawberry scare continues as more needles found in fruit in copycat attacks

Sep 18th 2018, 9:12 AM 20,170 Views 15 Comments

There have been 20 cases in the state of New South Wales alone.

Family - Friday 14 September, 2018

Irish pharmacists want condoms to be made VAT-free Rollback

Irish pharmacists want condoms to be made VAT-free

Sep 14th 2018, 1:25 PM 11,984 Views 44 Comments

Currently they have a VAT rate of 13.5%.

Family - Wednesday 12 September, 2018

Opinion: 'Can money buy you happiness? Not if you're spending it the wrong way' Opinion

Opinion: 'Can money buy you happiness? Not if you're spending it the wrong way'

Sep 12th 2018, 7:00 AM 15,799 Views 30 Comments

Gill Hasson says that you should spend your money on experiences, not things.

Family - Wednesday 5 September, 2018

End of an era for iconic children's characters as Lambert Puppet Theatre to close Monkstown

End of an era for iconic children's characters as Lambert Puppet Theatre to close

Sep 5th 2018, 8:39 AM 37,707 Views 57 Comments

The theatre was founded by puppeteer Eugene Lambert in 1972.

Family - Thursday 30 August, 2018

Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend? Cinema This post contains a poll

Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend?

Aug 30th 2018, 8:30 PM 22,254 Views 23 Comments

What’s a must-watch, and what’s a miss? We tell you.

Roddy Doyle has written a new film about the homeless crisis Rosie

Roddy Doyle has written a new film about the homeless crisis

Aug 30th 2018, 6:42 PM 21,802 Views 77 Comments

Rosie is about a young family who are homeless and living in hotels.

Family - Monday 20 August, 2018

Students will struggle to find somewhere to live - but here is a starting point What To Do Next

Students will struggle to find somewhere to live - but here is a starting point

Aug 20th 2018, 8:00 AM 26,593 Views 36 Comments

We’ve been speaking to accommodation experts to gauge the supply and demand and the best moves this morning for CAO applicants.

Family - Sunday 19 August, 2018

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Cork City Heritage Hotspots

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Cork City

Aug 19th 2018, 8:30 PM 22,922 Views 22 Comments

Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Galway city Heritage Hotspots

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Galway city

Aug 19th 2018, 9:45 AM 22,033 Views 19 Comments

Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.

Family - Saturday 18 August, 2018

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Dublin city Heritage Hotspots

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Dublin city

Aug 18th 2018, 8:30 PM 23,375 Views 11 Comments

Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Limerick Heritage Hotspots

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Limerick

Aug 18th 2018, 10:00 AM 19,605 Views 22 Comments

Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.

Family - Friday 17 August, 2018

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Wicklow Heritage Hotspots

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Wicklow

Aug 17th 2018, 8:30 PM 15,904 Views 23 Comments

Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.

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