Cop29 'came very close to failure and it has ended with a disappointing deal. But it is a deal the world can build on in 2025′, said Mary Robinson
He would stay in the background, quietly advising, not driven by ego, and always respectful
Prof Nick Maynard recounts his experiences in Gaza - and calls on western governments to put more pressure on Israel
Michael D Higgins joined family and colleagues at memorial to man who ‘touch the lives of countless people’
President Michael D Higgins among those to pay tribute to former charity boss
Kevin O’Sullivan’s Dubai diary: Mary Robinson’s testy exchange with Cop president Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber brings wider attention to a technical debate
Irish aid organisations criticise lack of ‘new money’ for Ireland’s contribution to loss and damage fund
Fossil fuel allegations dismissed by Cop28 hosts as UAE insists ‘unprecedented outcome' still achievable
Of the many sides in this war, the worst are the so-called friends who have the power to do something but choose to kindle revenge
A state of emergency was declared four years ago and had some success, but those on the front line say more support and funding is needed
Demonstration against fictitious plantation was ‘tongue-in-cheek stunt’ aiming to raise issue
Devastating drought puts 6m people in crisis as food and oil prices rise
Trócaire appeals for return of over 700,000 boxes as Lenten campaign ends
Reluctance to declare a famine as UN says 350,000 children could die by summer
Inside Politics: When it looked like sunshine was breaking through, another crisis hit
Irish public donate millions of euro and offer spare accommodation to Ukrainians
Climate crisis prompts new approach in Kenya with hope local populations can build resilience
Calls for urgent action and ‘adaptation solutions’ welcomed by groups
Christmas story is one caused by priorities of those who had power to change
Colombians ‘ask that we question the energy we consume, where does it come from?’
Charities have loads of great presents on offer that could make life-changing impact
Climate leaders must show way forward and let history judge laggards, says activist group
Dermot Farrell: issue will not be solved by sound bites, short-term actions, or ‘easy’ solutions
Government behind on its fair share of funding to tackle global warming – Trócaire
In multi-cultural western societies, name-mangling has become infused with politics
What’s happening when it comes to climate change, what are the targets and why do we need to up our game?
Ireland expected to back ‘food systems’ approach to ensure sustainable production
Pontiff’s 2015 encyclical calls for the profound and radical action we need
Ireland’s overseas aid ‘saves lives’, says chief executive Caoimhe de Barra
Landmark legislation set to be passed before summer recess
Change follows Minister’s acceptance of amendments proposed at committee stage in Seanad
In her new weekly column, Catherine Cleary looks at how we can use our spending power to look after the world, and each other
One Change: We work together to curtail the pandemic and must do same for environment
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Full general election coverage including analysis and results for all 43 constituencies
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices
