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Tuesday, Sep 17

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Supermoon eclipse Ireland: When and where to look to see ‘very rare’ event early Wednesday

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Clear skies forecast allowing people to see ‘bite’ taken out of harvest moon’s top edge

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Instagram to introduce new protections for teen users

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New feature will restrict who can contact teenager under 16 and what content they can see

Friday, Sep 13

07

Want to sleep better? The right curtains can help – and they will make your home cosier

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A well-chosen set of curtains can do many things: reduce noise, increase security and control light

Thursday, Sep 12

17

Media regulator opens review into how social media platforms deal with illegal online content

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An initial information-gathering process by Coimisiún na Meán into how social media platforms deal with illegal online content could ultimately be expanded into an investigation or enforcement action

15

‘Earth looks perfect’: SpaceX crew perform first private spacewalk

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Elon Musk-led company completes latest and riskiest bid to push the boundaries of commercial space flight

07

Ireland’s top 1,000 companies: One hugely profitable firm out in front as Big Tech dominates

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iPhone maker Apple recorded revenue of just under €200bn; while Google, Microsoft and Meta are all ranked in the top five

Ireland’s top 1,000 companies: Apple leads rankings as Big Tech continues to top list

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iPhone maker recorded revenue of just under €200bn, with Google, Microsoft and Meta in top 5, and CRH and DCC flying the Irish flag

Wednesday, Sep 11

I used to swallow my tongue at meetings. Now I’ll stand up in front of any crowd. Want to know what made the difference?

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Dublin Fringe Festival 2024: Ireland’s growing improv scene will teach you how to let go and play around

Tuesday, Sep 10

The joy of talking to humans in your own language: ‘I see you signing. I can sign. Can I help you?’

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Demand for ISL courses has accelerated in recent years, leading to a shortage of teachers for the language

Monday, Sep 9

21

Apple unveils iPhone models with new AI features and redesigned watch with ability to detect sleep apnoea

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Apple chief Tim Cook says new AI features on iPhone mark ‘beginning of an exciting new era’

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New iPhones headline Apple event on Monday

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Everything the tech giant is expected to announce today

Friday, Sep 6

08

If you laughed at the one about the Leinster House bike shelter, you’ll love the one about the loo rolls

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Sometimes, when a problem is complex and protracted, a simple example of hubristic extravagance can become the emblem of all that is wrong

Thursday, Sep 5

07

Meta’s Oversight Board says ‘from the river to the sea’ posts not always hate speech

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Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp parent company’s oversight body says phrase has multiple meanings and ‘context is crucial’

Wednesday, Sep 4

18

Volvo refreshes hybrid XC90 to sell alongside new electric flagship

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Updated XC retains plug-in system with up to 70km of electric range

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High Court dispute between X and data regulator is resolved

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Issue centred on use of personal data to train AI systems

08

So, you want children. But can you afford them?

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The increased cost of raising children is one of the main reasons why people are having fewer of them, says the World Economic Forum

Monday, Sep 2

The way I use my phone feels compulsive. 20 minutes can pass like nothing at all. It’s a profound waste of time

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It’s not just children and adolescents who are being damaged by digital addiction

Saturday, Aug 31

07

Coleen Nolan: ‘That’s the thing about grief. It can hit you 20 years down the line’

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Singer and TV presenter on how her sister Bernie guided her even after death, and how to treat friends who have been bereaved

Friday, Aug 30

08

Is it time to turn on the heating? Once you do, it’s hard to go back

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Delaying switching it on until you really need it will be kinder to your pocket and the planet

Thursday, Aug 29

18

You can see a movie in the cinema for just €5 this Saturday, but what should you watch?

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Almost all cinemas will be participating in the initiative. If you’re not sure what to go see - we have you sorted

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Irish investor in €35m deal for Meta’s Dublin docklands office - a 65% discount on 2018 price

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Buyer to acquire East Wall Road building at 65% discount to price paid by South Korean bank in 2018

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How to turn something old into something very 2024 - without spending a fortune

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From paints to new couch covers to finishing touches, here’s some ideas to bring a little style to your furniture home this autumn

Wednesday, Aug 28

12

CAO 2024: What if you don’t get the course you want

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What are your options if the course you chose is no longer an option

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Is the notion of settling down a luxury my generation can’t afford or take for granted?

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When you make the decision to emigrate, you’re forced to think about your life and future in a way that you can avoid more easily in familiar surroundings

Doctors urge ban on ‘destructive’ smartphone use by children under age of 16

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Government should declare smartphone and social media use by the young as public health emergency, says Irish Medical Organisation

Do you care if your pension is funding oil companies and weapons makers?

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Fossil fuels, fast fashion, deforestation, gambling - do you know where your pension is invested?

Tuesday, Aug 27

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Oasis return: 11 steps to give you the best chance of getting tickets

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Set your alarm to be up early, have your Ticketmaster account on standby and stick to just one browser window on your device

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Do all EVs come with autonomous driving capabilities?

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Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions

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Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg says he was ‘pressured’ by Biden administration to pull Covid content

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Mark Zuckerberg expresses ‘regret’ at parent company Meta’s handling of content moderation during pandemic

Monday, Aug 26

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How your tongue and gait can give important clues as to your overall health

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Dr Muiris Houston: What does it mean if your tongue looks like a world map, or your gait is asymmetrical or stop-start?