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The COVID-19 vaccine explained

Sam WellsDecember 16, 2020

Sam Wells is a doctor from Northern Ireland, currently working in London. It’s here. Finally, a vaccine is being rolled out across the UK and, gradually,&nb... Read More...

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Build Back Differently: How NI can Tackle Climate Change

Ben McAteerOctober 24, 2020

In a moment of great technological innovation, how can we save our natural ecosystems from collapsing? And what part can concerned citizens play to encourage p... Read More...

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Irish cricket: Reasons for optimism, on and off the pitch

Jason SimeAugust 6, 2020

Ireland’s cricket team travelled to England for three One Day International matches over the summer. This was the two teams’ first series as part of the 2023 w... Read More...

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Loot boxes: What are they and why should we care?

Jason SimeJuly 21, 2020

Many people will never have heard of ‘loot boxes’, but these video game microtransactions can have a big impact on society. They made headlines recently after ... Read More...

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Will mental health issues be the next wave?

Kevin McAteerJuly 7, 2020

Covid-19 has presented many challenges since lockdown was imposed in March, creating uncertainty and anxiety, together with disappointment that we were left ap... Read More...

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Ian Baraclough picks up where Michael O’Neill left off

Jason SimeJuly 1, 2020

Ian Baraclough is the new Northern Ireland manager. For many this will be an unfamiliar name, but those who follow local football closely will know him from hi... Read More...

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