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Post-Colonial Lessons from China

The handover of Hong Kong and Macau back to China offers lessons for the future reunification of Ireland.

Market Fundamentalism and Bank Robbery

The government is still too trusting in markets and not aggressive enough on regulation.

Get With the Electric Car Program

It is time for Ireland to pick up the pace in phasing out fossil fuels

The Gun Lobby’s Chicago Fallacy

Chicago’s crime figures are not an argument against gun control in the city. They are an argument for gun control in neighboring states.

Expensive, Ineffective Justice

A disturbing animal cruelty case highlights problems with America’s criminal justice system.

An End to Exploitation of Athletes

A court ruling could spell the end of the “amateur” status of top-flight American college sports.

The Outdated Thinking Behind Apple’s New Headquarters

Apple's futuristic new building is neither a new concept nor a progressive innovation.

Do Not Underestimate the Apple Watch

Apple's latest adventure will be a test of how it can get by without Steve Jobs.

Stop Panicking About Facebook Messenger

Facebook’s mobile messenger app is not going to spy on you.

Using Cloud Computing to Prevent Another Titanic Disaster

An old shipping problem meets a modern computing solution

More Blue Sky Thinking Please

Short-sighted emphasis on potential economic gain is hurting science

More Efficient Steam Generation

A simple and inexpensive but effective method of generating steam from solar energy could have a profound impact.