Editorial: A brighter outlook for war-torn Somalia

Last update: Wednesday, May 15, 2013, 11:28 | © Metro Éireann

Over €73m in aid was pledged recently by international donors to help rebuild conflict-ravaged Somalia.

Editorial: The time to end direct provision is now

Last update: Wednesday, May 1, 2013, 12:22 | © Metro Éireann

The decision by a retired Supreme Court judge to speak out against the institutionalisation of asylum seekers in the State has ignited discussion on the treatment of people seeking protection in Ireland. Catherine McGuinness compared the current system to the treatment many Irish people received in institutions such as industrial schools and the Magdalene Laundries in decades past – and rightly so.

Britain was transformed by the â€˜Iron Ladyâ€™

Last update: Friday, April 12, 2013, 10:48 | © Metro Éireann

Hundreds of people across Britain have staged events to celebrate the passing of Margaret Thatcher, who died last Monday aged 87 after a stroke in a London hotel.

Hong Kongâ€™s insult to domestic workers

Last update: Friday, March 29, 2013, 13:10 | © Metro Éireann

The recent ruling by Hong Kong’s top court that domestic workers are not entitled to permanent residency in the territory, despite their length of stay, is a harsh blow to the thousands who work in what’s already a virtually invisible economy.

Make migrants equal in third level education

Last update: Wednesday, March 20, 2013, 14:22 | © Metro Éireann

The high level of inequality experienced by young immigrants in accessing third level education in Ireland was highlighted again this week by the Migrant Rights Centre of Ireland (MRCI).

Mali takes steps on road to recovery

Last update: Wednesday, March 6, 2013, 11:26 | By: Chinedu Onyejelem

The ongoing onslaught against a coalition of militant groups in northern Mali appears to be yielding fruit, following reports that it is entering its final phase as the Malian government regains control of most of the country.

Tax avoidance is bad business

Last update: Wednesday, February 20, 2013, 11:21 | © Metro Éireann

Barclays Bank this week announced its plans to restructure its business to put ‘ethics before profits’ and speculation is rife that a notorious division that helped millionaire clients across the globe to avoid paying tax will be axed.

Racism rears its ugly head in Irish politics

Last update: Friday, February 8, 2013, 12:55 | © Metro Éireann

The need to combat racial discrimination in Ireland was brought to the fore yet again last week following racist comments about immigrant taxi drivers made by a senior politician.

Morsi actions are no solution for Egypt

Last update: Monday, December 17, 2012, 06:23 | © Metro Éireann

It may be a long time before we see the type of protests that toppled Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak on 12 February 2011. Nevertheless, it appears that the Egyptian revolution is still in progress. Though the current protest against President Mohamed Morsi is still largely concentrated outside the presidential palace in Masr el- Gedida, it’s clear that all is not well for his administration.

Girlâ€™s blasphemy charge a mark against Pakistan

Last update: Saturday, September 1, 2012, 00:49 | © Metro Éireann

The case of an 11-year-old Pakistani girl who was recently arrested following an accusation that she desecrated pages of the Qur’an has again raised questions about the country’s blasphemy law, and has heightened religious divisions among the 184-plus-million population.

Franceâ€™s positive step against African corruption

Last update: Wednesday, August 15, 2012, 12:11 | By: Chinedu Onyejelem

France’s positive step against African corruption

Libya on the brink of total lawlessness

Last update: Wednesday, August 1, 2012, 15:37 | © Metro Éireann

Libya on the brink of total lawlessness

Higher third level fees are not the answer

Last update: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 13:47 | © Metro Éireann

Higher third level fees are not the answer

More should be done to end Syriaâ€™s civil war

More should be done to end Syria’s civil war

Our sporting stars should be role models

Across the world, sportsmen and women are held as role models for younger generations. Many of these stars are admired both for their achievements in their fields and the impeccable character they exhibit, providing an important inspiration for young people. And then there are some who achieve in their chosen sport, but do not deserve to be role models. Two Australian Olympic swimmers, Nick D’Arcy and Kenrick Monk, have found themselves among this set.

Reduce household debt for return to growth

In its latest World Economic Outlook, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged world governments to introduce policies to reduce debt in our households, including mortgage write-downs. With reference to Ireland, the IMF said household debt – driven by the housing boom – is the main cause of our prolonged recession.

Debt lifeline for Greece - but at what cost?

Last week’s decision by Greece to burn bondholders by securing a crucial debt swap has been welcomed by European leaders.

Veto or no veto, world must act on Syria

United Nations secretary-general Ban Ki-moon has categorically stated that Russia and China veto of the UN resolution on Syria has prompted the country to “step up its war on its own people”.

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