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'It's about our children now, not our grandchildren': Is Ireland ready to introduce a carbon tax?
It’s been claimed that the tide is turning in how society views the problem of climate change.
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Dec 9th 2018, 10:00 PM
Climate change and social media - Here's what's in store for the BT Young Scientist Exhibition
The BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2019 takes place from 9-12 January at the RDS in Dublin.
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Dec 9th 2018, 12:39 PM
'Families need a Christmas miracle': Irish-funded doctors to help Chernobyl babies in war-torn Ukraine
The group are travelling with the charity Chernobyl Children International.
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Dec 8th 2018, 8:45 AM
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'I have security for life... there will be nobody knocking to say: Sorry, you have to move out'
Minister for Housing Eoghan Murphy opened 44 new social housing units in Dundrum, Dublin this morning.
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Dec 7th 2018, 2:35 PM
Health minister says HPV vaccine will be extended to boys next year
Hiqa has also recommended switching to a different vaccination – one that protects against an additional five types of HPV.
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Dec 7th 2018, 11:00 AM
Christmas spending: We're not in 'panic mode' but Brexit is putting the brakes on plans to splash the cash
In the UK, consumer confidence registered the largest monthly decline in seventeen months in November.
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Dec 6th 2018, 6:15 AM
Everything you need to know about the new US work visas for Irish people
It’s not a done deal yet, but advocates are cautiously optimistic about a big win.
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Dec 2nd 2018, 7:30 PM
Now you can finally limit how often you use apps on your phone
Here’s how to use Screen Time if you’re an iOS user.
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Dec 1st 2018, 10:00 PM
39 people were killed or injured in incidents involving quad bikes or scramblers in 4 year period
There were 39 people killed or injured in collisions involving a quad bike or scrambler on a public road.
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Nov 26th 2018, 3:42 PM
Why Disney decided to take the mick out of its princess stereotype
In the movie, the princesses stand up for themselves.
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Nov 25th 2018, 8:00 AM
Hopes that Irish children's TV will follow UK and feature Lámh signing after viral video
Lámh is Ireland’s version of Makaton.
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Nov 24th 2018, 11:00 AM
Emma Mhic Mhathúna among Irish Red Cross Humanitarian Awards finalists
Pat Hume, the wife of civil rights leader John Hume, will receive a Lifetime Achievement Awards at tonight’s ceremony.
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Nov 24th 2018, 7:35 AM
'They deserve a second chance': ISPCA appeals for new homes for nine rescued Terrier dogs
The dogs were discovered by the ISPCA living in unsuitable conditions where their welfare was compromised.
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Nov 22nd 2018, 5:56 PM
One-third of eight-year-old boys are playing video games for over-18s
60% of boys in sixth class have played an over-18s game.
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Nov 22nd 2018, 9:04 AM
BBC nature team defends decision to intervene and save mother and baby emperor penguins
The decision broke a principle of nature film-making to observe but not interfere.
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Nov 20th 2018, 2:47 PM
'I tell people: girls and women in patriarchal societies, they die as if they were never born'
Ziauddin Yousafzai, father of Malala, has written a moving memoir.
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Nov 19th 2018, 6:30 AM
Opinion: The Supermum myth needs to be exposed
I can’t and won’t hide the fact that I find being Mum really tough, writes Geraldine Walsh
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Nov 11th 2018, 7:30 PM
Michelle Obama speaks about having a miscarriage and conceiving her children using IVF
The former first lady says women need to be open with other about their bodies.
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Nov 9th 2018, 1:08 PM
Number of births continues to decrease as average age of mothers rises
Teenage births have more than halved in a decade and the number of twins being born has increased significantly.
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Nov 1st 2018, 9:57 AM
Concerns raised over morning sickness medication being sold to women online
There have been calls for the drug, which can cost up to €3,000, to be made available to women with a medical card.
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Oct 31st 2018, 6:05 AM
Homeless and Traveller children 'falling through gaps' in education system
Ireland is one of the best countries in terms of reducing education inequality, but concerns have been raised about vulnerable children.
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Oct 30th 2018, 6:05 AM
Repair works on Dublin school that forced closure of one of its buildings 'could take up to a year'
School management have pledged that all students will be accomodated after the mid-term break.
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Oct 22nd 2018, 9:05 AM
Decongestants 'should not be given' to young children with colds
New research shows there is no evidence that they alleviate symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose.
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Oct 13th 2018, 1:00 PM
Here's what Budget 2019 means for someone earning €40,000
This is what your savings will be.
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Oct 9th 2018, 4:38 PM
Parents to get an extra two weeks' paid parental leave from next year
The measure will be introduced from November 2019.
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Oct 9th 2018, 1:53 PM
In many cases, students no longer think they need to accept their very first job offer
Students are growing in confidence about their immediate job prospects, writes Ruairi Kavanagh, editor of Gradireland.
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Oct 1st 2018, 7:00 AM
'The stress makes me sick': New report highlights stark financial burden faced by Irish families
St Vincent de Paul says parents are struggling to eat, while prioritising their children’s education.
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Sep 27th 2018, 11:16 AM
Opinion: In the digital era, how do you raise your child to be a reader?
Bookseller Lorraine Levis advises parents on how to raise a book-loving child in a screen-loving era.
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Sep 26th 2018, 7:00 PM
'When a sick baby with partial facial paralysis smiles, it’s golden. Especially if it’s my baby'
Actor Rob Delaney has written a powerful essay about the death of his two-year-old son.
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Sep 18th 2018, 2:17 PM
'Food terrorism': Australian strawberry scare continues as more needles found in fruit in copycat attacks
There have been 20 cases in the state of New South Wales alone.
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Sep 18th 2018, 9:12 AM
Irish pharmacists want condoms to be made VAT-free
Currently they have a VAT rate of 13.5%.
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Sep 14th 2018, 1:25 PM
Opinion: 'Can money buy you happiness? Not if you're spending it the wrong way'
Gill Hasson says that you should spend your money on experiences, not things.
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Sep 12th 2018, 7:00 AM
End of an era for iconic children's characters as Lambert Puppet Theatre to close
The theatre was founded by puppeteer Eugene Lambert in 1972.
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Sep 5th 2018, 8:39 AM
Trailer Watch: Which movie should you go see this weekend?
What’s a must-watch, and what’s a miss? We tell you.
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Aug 30th 2018, 8:30 PM
Roddy Doyle has written a new film about the homeless crisis
Rosie is about a young family who are homeless and living in hotels.
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Aug 30th 2018, 6:42 PM
Students will struggle to find somewhere to live - but here is a starting point
We’ve been speaking to accommodation experts to gauge the supply and demand and the best moves this morning for CAO applicants.
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Aug 20th 2018, 8:00 AM
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Cork City
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 19th 2018, 8:30 PM
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Galway city
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 19th 2018, 9:45 AM
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Dublin city
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 18th 2018, 8:30 PM
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Limerick
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 18th 2018, 10:00 AM
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