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Ireland’s Next Kingmaker?
Green TD Joe O'Brien is an up-and-comer in a party riding high in the polls. But what of the million-dollar question: could the Greens create a coalition government?
Not for the Faint-Hearted
In his 30-odd years working in Irish film and TV, Fintan Connolly has seen a lot of change. But he hasn't struggled to balance old and new.
Broken Social Scene
To many who frequent them, several of Dublin's nightlife spots are increasingly symbolic of a community wrestling with its identity.
Does Cosplay Have a Dark Side?
For many, cosplay is an accepting community that offers a chance for self-expression. But the scene isn't without its problems.
Meet the Activists Fighting Fossil Fuels – Here and Everywhere
Not Here, Not Anywhere is a climate collective pushing to end Ireland's dependence on fossil fuels.
The Persistent Folly of the Brolly
Like gladiatorial duels, some things are better off left in the past. The umbrella is no exception, writes Barry Murphy.
Dublin’s Gig Economy is Booming. Its Workers Aren’t
The gig economy has been heralded as the future of employment. But low wages and zero-hours contracts have left many battling poverty and even homelessness.
Florence’s Renaissance Woman
Plautilla Nelli was a painter working during the Renaissance. She was also a woman, at a time when the combination was almost unheard of.
‘He Offered Me Carrot Sticks and a Dip’: The Day I Met Johnny Depp
Stephen Jones, the founder of iconic UK act Babybird, on a moment that's crystal clear in a life of hazy memories.
Rediscovering Home in Hong Kong – Through Food
Katy Amos spends a summer at home in Hong Kong attempting to relearn its ways. Her plan of action: food.