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Policing Northern Ireland just became more dangerous
The publishing of officer and staff details online has serious security implications
Give blood – you never know when you'll need it
Blood stocks are of life-saving importance but cannot be synthesised and are always at risk of running low
Return to sender: the spam email turns 45
Born out of a marketing pitch in 1978, billions of daily unsolicited messages now pose a security and environmental threat
Cancer screening is a life saver but millions lack access to it
High-tech testing for people on low incomes or in the developing world remains a challenge
Even Ibn Battuta would struggle in the age of overtourism
The famed traveller took decades to explore the world but modern travel and social media can lead to destinations being quickly overrun
A local newspaper tells the story of 155 years of Irish history
The Newry Reporter published throughout two world wars, partition and the Troubles but like many outlets it has struggled with Covid and the switch to the internet
An Irish peacekeeper's death in Lebanon won't change Dublin's UN missions policy
But the tragedy is another reminder that serving on the frontlines of conflicts is never risk-free
Ancient Greece and apres-ski — Arachova offers plenty of winter fun
More alpine than Aegean, the destination offers a wealth of traditional tavernas, ski resorts and ancient history
NI Election: What Beirut can teach us about Belfast
Moving from sectarian war to a sustainable democracy is a long and complex process
Meet the musician preserving Yemen's heritage with a modern twist
Muhammad Hejry's musical projects are designed to revive and celebrate the turbi, an ancient oud-like instrument
Undiscovered Greece: a guide to the low-key island of Andros
Those looking for a Greek getaway without the nightclubs and tour groups should head to this understated Aegean island
What is a komboloi? How the Greeks adopted the misbaha and made it their own
The worry beads have evolved and are now part stress toy, part good-luck charm and part status symbol
Northern Ireland is marking its centenary, rattled and alone
The Border divided Ireland 100 years ago, but whether it stays or goes, the trauma of the Troubles will continue
Meet the Abu Dhabi oud player with an audience of 130 million
Mohammed Dohai swapped life as a civil inspector to pursue his dreams of musical success
Nations should mind all their languages, even the indigenous ones
Language is more than communication. It also taps into powerful currents of identity and meaning
