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‘It’s not about bravery…some people never tell, and that’s okay’ – Examining why rape can be too difficult to report
TheCity.ie’s Paul Caffrey investigates why many rape victims in Ireland find it so hard to report their ordeal – and sometimes, never tell anyone of their experience.
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‘Instead of focusing on war, there’s now something fun for our youngsters to think of’ – the rise of Afghan cricket against the odds
By Cameron Weymes Despite enduring over 40 years of conflict, Afghanistan is currently ranked seventh in the world in T20 cricket. Cricket has only become popular in Afghanistan since the 1990s, when Afghan refugees played the sport while living in Pakistan. The Afghan…
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‘I don’t want to stay here anymore’ – Prince Singh opens up about the reality of violence towards international students
After a barbaric assault, one international student has called on Ireland to ensure the safety of students from all over the world
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Government’s handling of refugees is ‘a national shame’, says Aontú Dáil hopeful
By Ruadhan Jones The Government’s handling of refugees and asylum seekers* is “a national shame”, a candidate standing for Ireland’s newest political party has said. Speaking exclusively to TheCity.ie, Aontú candidate for Cork North-West Becky Kealy said: “These are people who have had…
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Housing crisis ‘mustn’t stop us helping refugees’, says former housing minister
Former housing minister Paudie Coffey spoke to TheCity.ie as Fine Gael fall short of its targets for refugee resettlement
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‘We’re no open borders party…climate-related migration must be avoided’ – examining Sinn Féin’s immigration stance
As Mary Lou McDonald’s party soars in polls, the manifesto reaffirms their emphasis on domestic policies of health and housing
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20,000 march on the Dáil over ‘absolute crisis’ in childcare
By Ruadhan Jones More than 20,000 protesters from across the country have marched through Dublin city centre demanding urgent reform in the early childhood sector. Childcare providers and educators say they are calling for an increase in funding and a fair wage. This…
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Sex and drugs: Gay dating apps are facilitating more than just hookups
Drug dealers are increasingly using online dating apps such as Grindr to sell ‘chems’ and other illegal drugs in Dublin.
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SUSI deny grants over inaccurate distance measurements
The Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI), responsible for the provision of grants to the students of higher and further education, finds itself the topic of yet another controversy.
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Gardai warn about Scrambler and Quad bikes at Christmas
An Garda Siochana have warned parents of the risks and dangers associated with buying scrambler and quad bikes for their children at Christmas time.
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