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An opinion piece questions whether disgraced solicitor Michael Lynn has truly paid his debt to society, highlighting his premeditated crimes and breach of court obligations despite now being a free man.
An opinion piece highlights a personal incident involving e-scooters and argues against an outright ban, instead advocating for better resourcing of Gardaí with tools like drones to enforce laws and considering fines for parents of underage offenders.
Martina Devlin writes an opinion piece suggesting that giving up the tradition of buying rounds in pubs would be a good starting point for the 'Fun Bobbys' nation.
Martina Devlin recounts her experience of being targeted by a sophisticated scammer impersonating a Penguin editor, using AI and industry-specific language to appear authentic.
An opinion piece argues against the perception of people with mental health issues as weak, emphasizing that conditions like depression are not character flaws.
An opinion piece questions why the State continues to fund the greyhound racing industry, arguing that it treats these majestic animals as expendable despite their athletic prowess.
Columnist Martina Devlin argues that Micheál Martin is correct to warmly welcome Donald Trump, emphasizing the historical benefits of the US-Ireland relationship. Forgetting this history would be a mistake, she suggests.
Martina Devlin shares her personal experience of escaping a violent relationship and the lasting shame of feeling like a victim and a fool.
The U.S. government has criticized the UK's policing system, alleging a 'two-tier' approach following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak. This criticism has sparked debate and drawn comments from figures like Elon Musk and Keir Starmer regarding the handling of the case.
Columnist Martina Devlin shared her personal experience of achieving a low €18 electricity bill thanks to solar panels, advocating for government initiatives to make retrofitting more affordable for others.
An Irish centenarian recounts vivid historical experiences, including a solo attack on a German submarine in Bantry and encounters with Nazi parachutists disguised as nuns, bringing history to life through direct experience.
Social media is designed to be addictive – it’s habit-forming, like gambling or drug use, with a feedback model that offers feel-good hits from other users.
Columnist Martina Devlin argues that Stripe co-founder Patrick Collison can afford a wealth tax and should be reminded of Ireland’s social-inclusion values, questioning his opposition to such a tax.
The FIFA World Cup generated widespread global excitement, with fans celebrating team successes and expressing disappointment over exits. The tournament also had significant economic implications, with projections of billions in revenue and concerns over weather impacting fan events.
Martina Devlin shares a personal café encounter that illustrates how bottles have become a form of 'street currency' under the new Deposit Return Scheme, reflecting on its societal impact.
An opinion piece discusses the ethical implications of providing character references in court and whether individuals should be publicly accountable for standing by them, questioning if a crime should be judged in isolation from a perpetrator's good works.
A historical account details the daring Catalpa escape, one of the world's boldest jailbreaks, where Fenian prisoners escaped an Australian penal colony, stirring the Irish quest for freedom.