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Explainer: What is assisted decision-making? 

Explainer: What is assisted decision-making? 

Decision-making is an integral part of our lives. At different times, we make important decisions about our finances, property, employment,...

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Evening Echo

Kathriona Devereux: 'Irish audiences are a curious bunch'

Kathriona Devereux: 'Irish audiences are a curious bunch'

For the past 11 years, I have had the privilege of travelling around our beautiful country meeting some of Ireland’s best and brightest minds while...

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Trevor Laffan: Sorry, if an alien comes to my bedside, I will definitely panic

Trevor Laffan: Sorry, if an alien comes to my bedside, I will definitely panic

There is an association called CERO in France which brings people together who claim to have met aliens. The group facilitates those who believe...

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Do you have a fear of Christmas season?

Do you have a fear of Christmas season?

A fear of Christmas is something you may not have even imagined, but it’s very real for those living with Christougenniatikophobia - and no less...

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Evening Echo

John Dolan: There’s some awful drivers out there... learners are the safest

John Dolan: There’s some awful drivers out there... learners are the safest

There are far too many learner drivers on our roads, we are told. And it’s true: Figures in recent weeks revealed there were 394,128 L-plate...

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Evening Echo

Cork Views: What makes Rotary Tree of Remembrance so special

Cork Views: What makes Rotary Tree of Remembrance so special

It’s that time of year again! As Cork city prepares to sparkle for Christmas, one festive landmark stands out - not just for its beauty, but for...

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Evening Echo

John Arnold: Reflections on my December pilgrimage to Lourdes

John Arnold: Reflections on my December pilgrimage to Lourdes

On my way to Lourdes last week, I was thinking about the ‘great debate’ at the Council of Trent, 1545-1563 and later the ‘theological disagreement’...

11.12.2025 10

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Evening Echo

How to enjoy Christmas without burn-out

How to enjoy Christmas without burn-out

s the festive season draws near, many people experience a blend of excitement and mounting pressure. Here, I will share some guidance on how to...

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