Why do we find Black Friday sales and offers so irresistible? Part of the appeal is how the adverts tap into the psychology of how we value and spend money Black Friday • 2 hrs
How the Maidan protests ten years ago changed Ukraine The events of a decade ago continue to influence the development of Ukraine and are deeply entwined with Russian military aggression Ukraine • 21 hrs
The story of WB Yeats' Nobel Prize win 100 years ago today Then and now, the poet was identified with Ireland in a way contemporaries like Oscar Wilde and George Bernard Shaw never were Literature • 14 Nov
Why have we seen so many storms in recent years? A very high level of storminess has meant more frequent and intense storms hitting Ireland. Weather • 13 Nov
Why November 11th was a day for blood sacrifice rites in Ireland Blood sacrifices involving pigs, sheep or geese were practiced in Ireland well into living memory on Martinmas Folklore • 11 Nov
All you need to know about the Office of the Ombudsman The Office is where to go with complaints about the actions or decisions of a wide range of public service providers Ombudsman's Office • 09 Nov
Under Clery's clock: the history and legacy of the Dublin store One of the mainstays of city life for over 170 years, the store's iconic clock provided a meeting place for generations of Dubliners History • 08 Nov
Why neurodiversity is a superpower in the workplace Society's view of neurodiversity is often directed towards the challenges, but this doesn't show the value of neurodivergent strengths Work and careers • 07 Nov
Why the commute to school is a 'postcode lottery' for Irish teens Research has found disparities between areas are not due to population size, but are more to do with differences in educational provision. Transport • 07 Nov
Why people who are great at their job can fail when promoted It's the curse of the accidental manager, people who have moved up the corporate ladder without formal management or leadership training Work and careers • 06 Nov
What's going to happen to used electric car batteries? The good news is that they're highly recyclable, but the process can be hazardous due to potential fires and other dangers Transport • 03 Nov
Is it possible to make housing in Ireland more affordable? Right now, the policy focus in this country appears to be on helping people to pay for unaffordable accommodation Housing • 02 Nov
5 tips to save money on your heating this winter Winter means having the heating on more often so here;'s how to have a comfortable home with optimal energy use Energy • 01 Nov
Should you bring your politics to the workplace? The turmoil in the workplace over political views represents an extension of the growing politicisation of corporate life Work and careers • 26 Oct
How a new app could show you green travel routes through Dublin Using air quality data, the app would suggest routes through the city for pedestrians and cyclists avoiding the worst pollution Sustainability • 24 Oct
How can we recycle the dirty byproduct from coal power stations? The ash from burning coal in power stations can be put to good use by the construction industry Sustainability • 23 Oct
Human induced climate change detected in Irish weather records New research finds science for Ireland is now clear: human-driven climate change is discernible in Irish weather records Climate Change • 20 Oct
How Limerick's new 'healing' prison points to progressive reform The new women's wing is not Ireland's first experiment in progressive incarceration Ireland • 20 Oct
What do trees have to do with Irish culture and identity? Trees are fundamental to our sense of place and identity and can become symbols of cultural and political power Nature • 20 Oct
3 misunderstandings about money that cost a lot in the long run We can learn a lot from the psychology of financial decisions to help avoid losing money money • 19 Oct
Could co-location help solve the renewable energy land squeeze? By co-locating renewable energy projects we can maximise efficiency through shared resources and infrastructure Energy • 18 Oct
Just what can the President of Ireland actually say and do? While there are significant restrictions on what the President can do, the Constitution places few limitations on what he or she might say Politics • 17 Oct
Why do leaves change colour? Depending on which chemicals are found in the leaf, they can turn different shades of yellow or orange or even red Nature • 18 Oct
Why we need plastics (and what to do about it) By pivoting away from fossil fuel-based plastic, we can greatly decrease plastics' negative environmental impacts Science and Technology • 13 Oct
Why Friday 13th superstitions are all in your head Superstitions like crossing your fingers or throwing spilled salt over your shoulder can have a powerful impact on your emotions Friday 13th • 13 Oct