Opinion

For over 50 years, people have been lining up outside the Capuchin Day Centre in Dublin, yet we still find ourselves struggling to address the needs of the poor. This was painfully evident yesterday when the Christmas food parcels ran out, leaving many in desperate need without help. While it might seem like a familiar, even accepted sight, this is …

Analysis of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham Leader and His Role in Toppling Assad The recent fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has raised an essential question: who now represents the Syrian people after a half-century of oppressive rule? One prominent group making a claim is Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, which was instrumental in the opposition’s …

The political dynamics between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have become more predictable since the general election, with many expecting a coalition government involving both parties, possibly supported by smaller parties or Independents. Despite Sinn Féin securing more seats than Fine Gael, including over 400,000 votes, the exclusion of the party from coalition talks remains controversial. Observers argue that Fianna …

The state could incur costs of up to €20 billion if it fails to reduce carbon emissions by 2030, according to a recent evaluation by the fiscal watchdog. This estimate significantly exceeds the Climate Change Advisory Council’s previous figure of approximately €8 billion. In its latest report, the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council indicated that lower estimates were based on the …

According to an Exit Poll conducted on November 29, supporters of the Green Party show the highest level of loyalty to their party, while Fianna Fáil voters are most likely to stay with their preferred candidate, regardless of party affiliation. The poll, commissioned by RTÉ, The Irish Times, TG4, and Trinity College Dublin, and conducted by Ipsos B&A, was carried …

Property prices across Ireland have continued to climb, with a notable double-digit increase. According to the Central Statistics Office (CSO), national property prices surged by 10% in the year leading up to September. In September alone, prices rose by 0.9% compared to August. Dublin saw an almost 11% increase in property prices, while the rest of the country experienced a …

Yuriy Shelmuk co-founded a company producing drone signal jammers last year, which initially saw little interest. Now, they produce 2,500 units monthly with a six-week waiting list. This surge in demand followed a failed major Ukrainian counter-offensive in summer 2023, hindered by Russia’s extensive use of drones, landmines, and troops. Shelmuk noted that affordable drones effectively halted their assaults, highlighting …