Articles
A united Ireland isn't approaching at warp speed but it's far from being a fantasy
A 1990 episode of 'Star Trek' predicted Irish unification in 2024. Although north and south still have some way to travel before coming together, the idea is firmly back on the political agenda
Let kids be kids, but prepare them for the financial jungle
Schools and parents teach children how to use the internet effectively but safely – the same should apply to online investing
How a single GCC visa could revolutionise Gulf tourism
Imagine a travel permit that would help visitors explore the Arabian Peninsula in all its variety
Standing for election is tough but someone's got to do it
Decision-making benefits from having a diverse range of voices and experience
How the Emirates became a year-round country for all
Summers in the UAE are changing and the idea of a 'dead' season from June to September has lost ground
Policing Northern Ireland just became more dangerous
The publishing of officer and staff details online has serious security implications
Give blood – you never know when you'll need it
Blood stocks are of life-saving importance but cannot be synthesised and are always at risk of running low
Return to sender: the spam email turns 45
Born out of a marketing pitch in 1978, billions of daily unsolicited messages now pose a security and environmental threat
Cancer screening is a life saver but millions lack access to it
High-tech testing for people on low incomes or in the developing world remains a challenge
Even Ibn Battuta would struggle in the age of overtourism
The famed traveller took decades to explore the world but modern travel and social media can lead to destinations being quickly overrun
A local newspaper tells the story of 155 years of Irish history
The Newry Reporter published throughout two world wars, partition and the Troubles but like many outlets it has struggled with Covid and the switch to the internet
An Irish peacekeeper's death in Lebanon won't change Dublin's UN missions policy
But the tragedy is another reminder that serving on the frontlines of conflicts is never risk-free
Ancient Greece and apres-ski — Arachova offers plenty of winter fun
More alpine than Aegean, the destination offers a wealth of traditional tavernas, ski resorts and ancient history
NI Election: What Beirut can teach us about Belfast
Moving from sectarian war to a sustainable democracy is a long and complex process
Meet the musician preserving Yemen's heritage with a modern twist
Muhammad Hejry's musical projects are designed to revive and celebrate the turbi, an ancient oud-like instrument
