From finances to the arts, to learning to live with yourself... COLETTE SHERIDAN assesses the lessons we have learned from the pandemic

Decriminalisation of sex work is the first step to helping trafficking victims, says AOIFE BLOOM, sex worker and spokeperson for the Sex Workers Alliance Ireland (SWAI)

I SAW a woman walking down College Road with her umbrella up. Nothing unusual about that scene, you say, except we haven’t had much cause for umbrellas lately.

Returning to the office soon? There are a couple of things you can do to create a better workday in the office, says NIAMH BRADY, a productivity coach

Having visited Auschwitz, Trevor Laffan was given an insight into the horrors that prevailed there 75 years ago

There’s no ‘going back to normal’ for women after the pandemic, says ORLA O’CONNOR, Director of the National Women’s Council

A staycation in West Cork left JOHN DOLAN wondering why it lags behind Dingle and Kerry as a tourist haven

Quit with the complaining - this is what you all spend every minute of the summer complaining you don’t have, says Ailin Quinlan

Journalism student Joe Costigan, who is studying at UL, asks students how they think the Department of Higher Education is doing, one year on since it was formed

Although he doesn't sunbathe nor tan, John Arnold is relishing this hot spell - but the farmer in him also needs some wet stuff! 

After exhausting all her options, COLETTE SHERIDAN had no choice but to ring her bank... it was an action she came to regret

With older people, falls, burns and medication mix-ups are among the top health risks. But there are simple steps we can take for safer independent living, says TREVOR FLANAGAN

On a cycling trip to get her vaccination, Kathriona Devereux was left optimistic for a better future

ALONE has outlined its key asks in its pre-budget submission to the Department of Social Protection, ahead of Budget 2022

Our nocturnal thoughts may hold the key to unlocking our subconscious mind, says AILIN QUINLAN

Modern driving standards are deteriorating, says Trevor Laffan, and a little consideration for other road users would go a long way.

Even today in our schools the Church continues to use its dominant position to impose its teachings, says DAVID GRAHAM, parent and Communications Officer with Education Equality

That first successful vaccination against TB took place 100 years ago tomorrow, (Sunday July 18th) — and the BCG went on to save countless lives around the world, and is still doing so today, says John Dolan

Dumbing down our uniqueness in this ‘superficial’ world can lead to poor mental health, says CATHAL O’REILLY, author and campaigner for greater mental health supports across Ireland — particularly in rural Ireland

John Arnold reflects on the arrival of his digital Covid cert

When you’re sober, watching people mess up on drink is a reminder of its awful potency, so says Colette Sheridan

Kathriona Devereux reflects as we mark the 100 anniversary of the Truce, halting violence of the War of Independence

Communications Manager of Drinkaware, Jennifer Flynn talks about a recent report, Families, Alcohol and Covid-19, which shone a light on how alcohol was misused during lockdown, as a coping mechanism by many

It takes a lot to become a top-class tennis player, says Trevor Laffan

There's an issue with some motorhome users, and it's not a pretty one... so says Ailin Quinlan in her weekly column

When the Macroom Bypass opens at the end of 2023, John Dolan won't be able to contain his excitement...

Real change in education will develop through embracing Assistive Technology, so says Founder of UrAbility James Northridge

July 6 marked a very special day, says John Arnold. Here's why...

Having never watched Love Island before, Colette Sheridan tuned in last week - here's her review...

Brenda Dennehy was going out with a guy for three years before he pulled the ultimate humiliation card - ghosting her

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABII) is celebrating its 21st Anniversary. Co-founder and CEO Barbara O’Connell tells us how they continue to provide support, hope and independence to 19,000 individuals that acquire a brain injury in Ireland every year

Trevor Laffan reflects on the ongoing controversy over cancelled 999 emergency calls

A Cork school principal revealed his school doesn’t know if they’ll get the funding to hire extra cleaners in September, writes Ailin Quinlan

Inadequate support for the private coach sector could seriously impede the recovery of Irish tourism, so says John Halpenny, Chairperson of the Coach Tourism and Transport Council of Ireland

Feuding brothers have been part and parcel of life since Cain and Abel, says John Dolan, who reflects on a more modern day sibling rift

Maybe it’s light entertainment and only escapism of a simple nature, but John Arnold says he won't be watching Love Island this summer

As the Northside is about to lose another post office, and a link to the local community, THOMAS GOULD, Sinn Fein TD for Cork North Central, says steps must be taken to save them

A new trial programme aiming to allow employers to test the effectiveness of a four-day working week was launched recently. Is it a good idea? asks Colette Sheridan

Just being a “good enough” parent does the trick, so says Rita B. Wray

Twenty years ago, Professor John Sutherland of Modern English Literature at University College London, said texting would last only a year or two. He was wrong, as Trevor Laffan laments

Tomorrow (June 27) marks the 175th anniversary of Parnell’s birth, and the 130th anniversary of his tragic, premature death will fall in October, writes John Dolan

Will O’Brien, from Ballincollig, is a member of the founding team and VP of Growth and Government Affairs at Zipp Mobility, Ireland’s leading shared e-scooter operator. He works with Zipp’s partner cities across Europe to design safe, sustainable, and community-centric shared e-scooter services

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields have traditionally been male- dominated. However, that is changing. Planning and Scheduling Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Sarah Murphy, outlines what is being done to bring down the barriers for women in STEM

St John's Eve have long been big times of gathering and feasting, writes John Arnold

Leaving Cert students may be exhausted at this stage, after a testing year, however Guidance Counsellor Niamh Dwyer is urging them to take time to review their CAO applications

Colette Sheridan looks at the 'dating rules' people now have to navigate during the pandemic

As primary schools prepare to break for summer, INGRID SEIM shares some advice on how to navigate summer holidays

I’m not superstitious, but I know many who are, and there’s nothing wrong with that as long as it isn’t taken to extremes, so says Trevor Laffan

The issues affecting voters in leafy Dublin Bay South are a real eye-opener to most of the country, says John Dolan in his weekly column

Ailin Quinlan recalls her visit to Cork city recently and gives her verdict on the new streetscapes

MANY years ago, the great broadcaster Donncha Ó Dúlaing interviewed a neighbour of mine for his Highways And Byways programme. On the same show, he interviewed people who remembered An tAthair Peadar O Laoighaire in Castlelyons in the early 1900s.

Renting clothing is the new way to go... so says Colette Sheridan in her weekly column

DR FIONA DONSON, Senior Lecturer in the School of Law, UCC, Co-Director of the Centre for Criminal Justice and Human Rights, and Director of the Traveller Equality and Justice Project, says The Day-Crossing Farm social arts project is a powerful example of advocacy and art

Tennis has a large global following, but its popularity could be about to increase following the news that it might be the secret to longevity, writes Trevor Laffan

Turkey is dealing with a combination of pollution and climate change in the Sea of Marmara. AILIN QUINLAN asks if Ireland is facing a similar issue 

John Dolan reveals how his heart broke a little when his kids no longer want to play with his soccer sticker collection - but looks ahead to the Euro 2020 games with excitement.

A young woman from Glanmire, Anna Jakobek, a Cork ETB student, has been accepted onto the Washington Leadership Programme — shortlisted from 500 applications. Here she tells us about her time at Mayfield Training Centre

When his old phone broke someone loaned John Arnold a smart phone - here's how he got on...

KATE RYAN of Flavour.ie takes a look at how some of Ireland’s big supermarkets are supporting local producers here in Cork through different programmes and academies

Sinead O'Connor has been through the wars, but seems to be in a much better place, writes Colette Sheridan

What effect has Covid had on the charity sector in Ireland in the past year? PATRICIA QUINN, Founder and Managing Director at Benefacts, outlines the issues facing the sector

Parent coach and teen mentor, Eileen Haly Keane, from Cork shares some advice on how to navigate the summer holidays with teenagers

Trevor Laffan recalls the power of community policing and his time serving the community of Mayfield.

Boris and Bertie have the same Teflon immunity to failings and perceived wrongdoings, so says John Dolan in his weekly column

What's the recipe for happiness? It's the little things, so says Ailin Quinlan in her weekly column

Secondary school teacher and wellbeing author ALAN WHITE shares some last minute tips for students and parents ahead of the State Exams which get underway this Wednesday

As flying becomes a possibility again - the challenge of climate action remains, so says Kathriona Devereux in her weekly column

On Friday June 11, a headstone to Jer O Connor and his family will be unveiled in Gortroe. John Arnold tells us more

Catholicism has no place in maternity wards, so says Colette Sheridan in her weekly column

Cork teen EVA McDONNELL, a member of the Irish Secondary Students Union (ISSU), supports the call to reduce the voting age to 16 in Ireland. Here she tells us why you should too

PAULA FAGAN, Chief Executive Officer of LGBT Ireland, reflects on the findings of the organisation’s Annual Report for 2020, and sees how the pandemic impacted deeply on the LGBTI+ community

Trevor Laffan talks about the potential pitfalls when it comes to large developments in our cities

Irish holiday makers are already booking holidays abroad this summer - however Ailin Quinlan will be keeping her feet on the ground...

John Dolan got his first Covid-19 vaccine at City Hall this week... here he shares some advice

In day five of our litter series, we hear from AGNESE SANTORO, Communications Officer, National Spring Clean, Clean Coasts Programme

The smell of turf evokes so many memories for John Arnold

Today, as we continue our five-part series on litter, we hear from TAD KIRAKOWSKI, Project Manager of Voice of Ireland Concern for the Environment, who says we need to look at litter differently

Who would be a young person in Ireland today? Everything is going against them, says Colette Sheridan in her weekly column

Tidy Towns groups across Cork are working tirelessly to keep their communities clean. Today as we continue our week long series on litter, we talk to Co Chairperson of Clonakilty Tidy Towns DIARMAID CREGAN, about their work

John-Ross Hunt, Phish Insight Business Development & Customer Success Manager at Trend Micro European Operations Centre, looks at possible follow-on attacks that could be triggered from the recent breach

If Covid has taught us anything it's to appreciate the small things in life. Kathriona Devereux shares what makes her happy

Cork City Council will undertake a citywide leaflet drop in the coming weeks, reminding people of the city’s bye-laws for the segregation, storage and presentation of household and commercial waste, says Lord Mayor, Joe Kavanagh, as we continue our five-day series on litter

Today we start a week-long series on the scourge of litter. Today Chief Executive of Cork County Council TIM LUCEY tells us about a new campaign by Cork County Council to encourage people to bring their rubbish home

In his weekly column Trevor Laffan recalls his experiences with uni-sex toilets

Advice comes in many guises, but which ones are worth listening to, Ailin Quinlan reflects

New leader of the DUP in the North is a politician, not a missionary evangelist. His religious beliefs — even if they may appear bizarre, or even abhorrent to some — are a private matter, says John Dolan

For a small little country, we have massive variations in our weather patterns - but sure where would we be without it? So says John Arnold in his weekly column

Working from home has its benefits but what if employers start adopting tools that could track time spent on social media, or how many mouse clicks you do in a minute, says Colette Sheridan

Funding of €1.58m is to be given towards much-needed lactation consultant posts in maternity hospitals, so says Kathriona Devereux

There is a growing demand in Cork for inclusive and responsive sexual health services, says Olivia Teahan, who is the Communications and Engagement Lead, Sexual Health Centre

In a passionate open letter to the Minister for Housing, this Corkman — who wishes to remain anonymous — explains the obstacles to him becoming a first-time buyer, and outlines the steps he believes are required to fix the crisis

Ireland's seventh - and last - Eurovision win was 25 years ago on Tuesday... and as Ireland compete in the 2021 semi-final that night, JOHN DOLAN says another victory seems further away than ever

In her weekly column Ailin Quinlan says  we need to listen to NPHET who have warned that if social mixing goes too far, it could lead to between 1,000 and 7,000 cases of Covid and a fourth wave

A group of concerned parents and teachers in Cork have started a conversation about the place of religion in the teaching of Relationships and Sexuality Education in our schools, following the publication of the recent Flourish report. Member Maire de Barra tells us more.

Cork GP Dr Philip Kieran shares his no-nonsense advice to look after health and wellbeing this summer - from sun safety, to staying hydrated and boosting your immune system