Article Archive

February 11th 2021

• • News

  • Beijing should release Irishman as Chinese New Year ‘gesture’, says TD Irish News Simon Carswell , Conor Lally
  • Soccer tournaments proposed to defuse tensions in Dublin’s north inner city Crime & Law Conor Gallagher
  • ‘Cautious and conservative’ the mantra as Government plans reopening Politics Pat Leahy
  • U-turn over Limerick road plan prompted by fears for €400m investment Politics Cormac McQuinn , David Raleigh , Marie O'Halloran
  • CAO points could climb if calculated grades model is used again Education Carl O'Brien
  • Covid-19: What might mandatory hotel quarantine look like? Politics Jennifer Bray , Cormac McQuinn
  • Clotting and Covid-19 – going beyond the lungs Science Claire O'Connell
  • Arrivals to Ireland may have to book slot in quarantine hotel Politics Jennifer Bray , Harry McGee , Pat Leahy
  • Cheap and quick: Could rapid antigen testing be the way out of lockdown? Health Paul Cullen
  • Coronavirus: Germany extends lockdown until March 7th World
  • Expect to hear ‘cautious and conservative’ line ad nauseam over coming weeks Politics Pat Leahy
  • Labour TD blasts the Healy-Rae brothers as ‘caricatures’ Oireachtas
  • Irish doctors do not expect reversal in plans to favour Pfizer, Moderna for over-70s Health Simon Carswell
  • Spanish fisherman treated in hospital after taking ill on trawler off Cork coast Irish News Barry Roche
  • The science of bogslides: We must learn how to judge the risks Science Ella McSweeney
  • Snow and ice warning in place for most of country until Friday morning Irish News Sarah Burns
  • Taoiseach says he will travel to Washington for St Patrick’s Day ‘if invited’ Politics Vivienne Clarke
  • Nationalists need Amazon ‘just as much as unionists’, says Foster Irish News
  • Siptu and the INTO row in behind new public pay deal Irish News Martin Wall
  • Joe Biden raises rights abuses in phone call with Xi Jinping US Demetri Sevastopulo , Tom Mitchell
  • Donald Trump’s impeachment trial, day 2: The key takeaways US
  • Six who died in Cork plane crash remembered on 10th anniversary Irish News Barry Roche
  • Donald Trump’s impeachment trial, day 2: Key takeaways US Eileen Sullivan
  • No agreement on when economy might reopen, says Varadkar Politics Pat Leahy , Marie O'Halloran
  • It’s time to make the phased reopening of school a reality Education Clive Byrne
  • More than €240m allocated for cycle and walking routes Environment Olivia Kelly
  • Generation Z of Myanmar fight back military coup with ukulele Asia-Pacific
  • Testy exchanges as Tánaiste insists Government cannot direct Central Bank to act on business interruption claims Politics Marie O'Halloran
  • Number of public servants to rise to 370,000 over next 19 months Politics Harry McGee
  • Covid-19: Further 52 deaths and 866 Covid-19 cases confirmed Health Paul Cullen , Sarah Burns
  • George Nkencho ‘needed help, not bullets’, his sister says Irish News Conor Lally
  • Investigation to be held into withdrawal of NI ports border control staff Irish News Freya McClements
  • Doctor who gave nearly-expired vaccine to his wife fired and charged with theft US Dan Barry
  • Donnelly - vaccinations of over-70s will not be complete until mid-May News
  • Labour Party calls for €100 million fund to support schoolchildren during pandemic Politics Pat Leahy
  • Suspect linked to Westie killings and Gilligan gang arrested in Spain Crime & Law Conor Lally
  • Partial reopening of special schools ‘a mixed day’ for families Education Carl O'Brien
  • HSE says nearly 250,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccines administered to date Health Ronan McGreevy
  • Gardaí investigating alleged assault involving two lawyers in Dublin Crime & Law Conor Lally
  • Palestinian elections confirmed for later this year amid frustration with ruling parties Middle East Michael Jansen
  • 'At least he's not a cat' - US congressman appears upside down on zoom call News
  • Trócaire joins Irish agencies to help victims of global disasters Religion & Beliefs Patsy McGarry
  • Man (23) charged with sexually assaulting woman out running in Dublin District Court Tom Tuite
  • Irish penalties for illegal fishing compatible with EU, court rules Courts Sean McCárthaigh
  • Healthcare workers who refuse vaccination can be removed, says HSE chief Irish News Ronan McGreevy , Mark Hilliard
  • Woman with terminal cervical cancer seeks urgent mediation of claim High Court
  • Former Terenure teacher admitted sex abuse 20 years before Garda inquiry Circuit Court Brion Hoban
  • India and China move to ease tensions in heavily contested zone Asia-Pacific Rahul Bedi
  • Difficulties in the North due to Brexit, not protocol, insists Barnier Politics Naomi O’Leary
  • Covid-19: Donnelly says not all over-70s to be vaccinated until May Politics Marie O'Halloran
  • Cafe owner fined €1,500 for breach of Covid-19 regulations District Court Paul Murphy
  • Pensioner dies in house fire on north side of Cork city Irish News Olivia Kelleher
  • Live-streaming or pre-recorded? What works best in online teaching Education Ann Marcus-Quinn
  • Covid-19: Merkel warns of mutations amid push for looser lockdown Europe Derek Scally
  • Coronavirus-safe spaces to be created for cultural events and dining Environment Olivia Kelly
  • Yoga centre’s liquorice Covid-cure falls foul of advertising watchdog Consumer Sorcha Pollak
  • Irish private sector must commit to ‘net-zero’ emissions, says Mary Robinson Environment Kevin O'Sullivan
  • The Dublin theatre-turned-vaccination centre: ‘We’re planning for 5,000 people a day’ Health Jack Power
  • Covid-19: Israel eyes carrot-and-stick approach as vaccination slows Middle East Mark Weiss
  • Gardaí seize catalytic converters and cash in Co Meath raid Crime & Law Conor Lally
  • Foster says next week a ‘key decision point’ on NI lockdown strategy Health
  • Myanmar’s military junta moves to assume sweeping powers over internet Asia-Pacific John Reed
  • Meghan Markle wins privacy case against Mail on Sunday UK Caroline Davies
  • Lukashenko claims Belarus has suffered ‘blitzkrieg’ from West Europe Daniel McLaughlin
  • Biden warns China will ‘eat our lunch’ if US fails to embrace new initiatives US Suzanne Lynch
  • Varadkar signals intent to select new health chief despite pay row Politics Marie O'Halloran
  • German Catholic charity admits ‘massive deficits’ in founder’s behaviour Europe Derek Scally
  • UK government defends Covid-19 vaccine supply as Scotland plans to scale back rollout UK Denis Staunton
  • Unionist delight at Sturgeon’s woes are testament to her standing UK Denis Staunton
  • Coronavirus search: How is Covid-19 spreading in your area? Health Mark Hilliard
  • ASTI agrees to fresh talks with Foley after quitting Leaving Cert negotiations Education Carl O'Brien
  • DNA test contradicts couple’s sworn claims about child's paternity, judge says High Court Mary Carolan
  • Girl made 999 call to say her father had been raping her for two years Criminal Court Fiona Ferguson
  • Woman with mental health issue loses challenge to planning permission refusal High Court Mary Carolan
  • Trump could incite violence again, impeachment trial hears US Suzanne Lynch
  • Gardaí appeal for witnesses after Crumlin Village armed robbery Irish News Tim O'Brien
  • Doctor to stand trial for possession and distribution of child pornography Circuit Court Declan Brennan
  • UK and EU appear to harden positions on implementing Northern Ireland protocol Politics Denis Staunton , Naomi O’Leary
  • Murder inquiry under way as man shot dead in Ballymun, north Dublin Crime & Law Conor Lally , Tim O'Brien

  • Sport

  • Thug Life: When the ugly spectre of violence became part of the beautiful game Soccer Keith Duggan
  • Dr Barry O’Driscoll believes rugby’s concussion protocols not fit for purpose International Gavin Cummiskey
  • AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am lowdown Golf Philip Reid
  • Nadia Power named Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman for January Other Sports Mary Hannigan
  • Johnny Sexton questions timing of intervention by French doctors International Gerry Thornley
  • Antoine Dupont enjoys genius trait of thinking quickly but never being in a rush International John O'Sullivan
  • Sonia O’Sullivan: The secret training diary of an ageing athlete Other Sports Sonia O'Sullivan
  • Joanne O’Riordan: NFL leaves victims and survivors out in the cold Other Sports Joanne O'Riordan
  • Everton edge FA Cup nine goal thriller; GAA return to play suspended indefinitely Sport
  • Tearful Sofia Kenin crumbles under pressure of title defence Other Sports Tumaini Carayol
  • Mako Vunipola set to feature against Italy after long injury lay-off Rugby Gerard Meagher
  • Yoshiro Mori expected to resign after comments about women Other Sports Justin McCurry
  • José Mourinho surprised by Gareth Bale injury English Soccer
  • England turn to George Ford at outhalf for Italy match Rugby Gerard Meagher
  • Johnny Sexton 'saddened and shocked' by intervention of French doctors Rugby
  • Seven time Super Bowl champion throws trophy over water Sport
  • Decision to withdraw GAA’s Level 5 exemption taken without Nphet input Gaelic Games Seán Moran
  • John Horan says GAA ‘not in any rush’ to return to play Gaelic Games Seán Moran
  • Australian Open: Nadal defies Mmoh and a heckler to advance Other Sports
  • English governing bodies demand social media bosses combat ‘havens of abuse’ Soccer
  • George North out of Scotland clash as Wales make five changes International
  • Six Nations: Ireland v France – TV details, team news, kick-off time and more International Patrick Madden
  • DUP say GAA should provide more funding for Casement Park Gaelic Games
  • Heaven Help Us primed for Cheltenham return Racing
  • Jofra Archer to miss England’s second Test against India Other Sports Ali Martin
  • Formula One closer to endorsing sprint races to determine grid placings Other Sports
  • Ireland v France: Henderson set to replace Ryan with Ruddock to start International Gerry Thornley
  • FAI expects League of Ireland to begin as scheduled in March National League Emmet Malone
  • Ings and Armstrong send Southampton past Wolves English Soccer Peter Lansley
  • Anthony Watson hits out at ‘double standard’ over players taking a knee International Gerard Meagher
  • Changes announced for this year’s Vuelta a Espana Other Sports
  • FA Cup Draw: Man United face a trip to Leicester English Soccer
  • José Mourinho’s patience with Gareth Bale starting to wear thin English Soccer David Hytner
  • Government action unnecessary as GAA never intended to resume play Gaelic Games Seán Moran
  • Chelsea scrape past stubborn Barnsley to reach quarter-finals English Soccer Jamie Jackson

  • Business

  • Samsung Galaxy Smart Tag: Keep track of your prize possessions Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • How businesses fail to get the best from software Innovation Frank Dillon
  • Making home-cooked meals the new convenience food Innovation Olive Keogh
  • Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro: Superb sound, but why won’t they fit me? Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Local authorities can deliver housing at more affordable rates Construction Eoin Burke-Kennedy
  • Zero trust the key to staying one step ahead of wily online fraudsters Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • NDRC announces new supports for entrepreneurs Technology Charlie Taylor
  • In its push for data, Facebook is losing the trust of its users Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • British developers show the way to Irish rivals on addressing defective homes Construction
  • Strong returns from Isif except for State’s shares in bailed-out banks Financial Services
  • Peter McVerry charity given €1.6m in cash-for-residency scheme Construction Barry O'Halloran
  • Slow vaccination rollout seen as biggest threat to Irish business Economy Eoin Burke-Kennedy
  • Flipdish secures €40m in funding from Stripe-backer Tiger Global Technology Charlie Taylor
  • Fidelity Investments Ireland to add 90 new jobs to its workforce Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Housing costs, Fidelity jobs, and McVerry Trust gets €1.6m from investor scheme Business Ciarán Hancock
  • KBC Ireland sees no new spike in distressed loans in longer lockdown Financial Services Joe Brennan
  • Manhattan landlords offer concessions to lure tenants Commercial Property
  • Volkswagen, Microsoft expand deal to help speed up automated driving Technology
  • Hibernia Reit says rent collection on track despite Covid-19 restrictions Commercial Property Ciara O'Brien
  • AstraZeneca sees growth picking up, even without Covid-19 vaccine Health & Pharma
  • Microsoft made an approach to acquire Pinterest Technology James Fontanella-Khan , Richard Waters , Arash Massoudi , Hannah Murphy
  • Brexit: Meat sector suffering 40% hike in costs Agribusiness & Food
  • Covid comfort: Jameson’s appeal grows during pandemic Agribusiness & Food Charlie Taylor
  • Can Ireland rely on super-low interest rates to manage Covid-19 debt? Economy Cliff Taylor
  • Aircraft lessor Avolon lost €30m in 2020 as Covid-19 hit travel Transport & Tourism Barry O'Halloran
  • Ireland only EU economy to grow in 2020 Economy Naomi O'Leary
  • Nearly two-thirds of workers have pension cover, CSO figures show Financial Services Eoin Burke-Kennedy
  • Eir chairman ‘really sorry’ for customer-care issues Technology Eoin Burke-Kennedy
  • Stripe makes climate action purchase tool available worldwide Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Austrian lender Bawag emerging as frontrunner to acquire Dublin-based Depfa Financial Services
  • Objectors lodge 10 appeals against permission for Kiely’s scheme Commercial Property Gordon Deegan
  • PayPal says Irish online consumers still favour international sites Economy Ciara O'Brien
  • Kerry shares slide as ‘short seller’ questions M&A record Agribusiness & Food Joe Brennan
  • Makhlouf vows ‘action’ against insurers avoiding payouts for valid Covid claims Financial Services Joe Brennan
  • Irish shares dip as Kerry drop offsets CRH advance Markets Joe Brennan
  • Talks under way in action against former Anglo banker Tom Browne Financial Services
  • Craft beer canning business lands top enterprise award Manufacturing

  • Opinion

  • EU and vaccination Letters
  • Package deal Letters
  • Ireland must support people of Myanmar Letters
  • NCT – the roads less travelled Letters
  • Planning Letters
  • Government, employers and the Leaving Letters
  • Past and future of psychiatric hospitals Letters
  • Children’s hospital Letters
  • Israeli occupation and Palestinians Letters
  • Trump’s impeachment trial Letters
  • Covid FM Letters
  • Never too old? Letters
  • State support for journalism is in the public interest Opinion Séamus Dooley
  • Finn McRedmond: Will Andrew Neil’s GB News shake up the media landscape? Opinion Finn McRedmond
  • Newton Emerson: Cross-Border finger-pointing is pointless Opinion Newton Emerson
  • Michael D Higgins: Empire shapes our past and present relationship with Britain Opinion Michael D Higgins
  • The Irish Times view on CETA: a battle already won Editorial
  • Turning an Old Leaf – Frank McNally on the revelations of second-hand books Opinion Frank McNally
  • The Irish Times view on the global vaccine effort: a moral failure with a high cost Editorial

  • Life & Style

  • Old school Terenure redbrick on popular stretch for €950k New to Market Bernice Harrison
  • Georgian elegance with original charm in Blackrock for €2.25m New to Market Bernice Harrison
  • Lives Lost to Covid-19: Des Manahan was a legend of the stage in Waterford People Jennifer O'Connell
  • First-time buyers: Surge in demand may not be all that it seems Homes & Property Madeleine Lyons
  • Town & Country: What will €330,000 buy in Dublin and Kildare? Homes & Property Elizabeth Birdthistle
  • Irish Georgian Society’s conservation talks for period properties go online Interiors Alanna Gallagher
  • Hollywood Hills glamour in Killiney mansion for €10m New to Market Madeleine Lyons
  • Seaside villa with knockout bedroom suite for €1.385m New to Market Elizabeth Birdthistle
  • Five experts, five tips: How to maintain good musculoskeletal health Health & Family Sylvia Thompson
  • Solitary souls are not necessarily from one age cohort Health & Family Áine Ryan
  • Did Kim Kardashian’s seven-year-old paint this? Have we all just lost our minds? People Jennifer O'Connell
  • Boost Irish tourism by giving out holiday vouchers, sector urges Government Travel Conor Pope
  • Secrets of an Irish telephone psychic: ‘He will never leave his wife for you’ Working Abroad Paula Gahan
  • Schitt’s Creek mansion put up for sale for $15m Homes & Property Stephanie Convery
  • Lives Lost to Covid-19: Marie Cummins was a knitter, swimmer and painter People Brian Hutton
  • New drug shows ‘huge potential’ in tackling obesity Health & Family Gina Kolata

  • Culture

  • Light Perpetual: Magnificently observed love letter to London Books Sara Keating
  • Victoria Mary Clarke: ‘Johnny Depp has been a bit of a hero for me and Shane’ Music Victoria Mary Clarke
  • Names and identity: Nomenclature as tool of slavery and invasion Books Laura McKenna
  • Bill Gates, live in your living room, and five other big online events this week Culture Kevin Courtney
  • Slalom: A film as chilling as its permacold environment Film Tara Brady
  • Teaching children to respect all opinions can be problematic Culture Joe Humphreys
  • Simply love: a tale of two black figurines Books Emily Bernard
  • Liz Nugent receives UCD’s Literary and Historical Society James Joyce award Books Martin Doyle
  • Don’t cry for me, Jackie Weaver: Lloyd Webber writes tribute to Zoom sensation Stage Helen Pidd
  • On First Dates Ireland, Covid-19 is merely a background detail tv-radio-web Ed Power