The other story running through this election is one of disenchantment and disengagement

Donald Trump is at the vanguard of a global populist right movement that is climate change sceptic

Young men appear to be particularly susceptible to the argument that the source of their ills is an influx of migrants

There are still too many in Northern Ireland without answers and accountability

This may be the last opportunity to participate in a national election for several years

The announcement by Donald Trump of financial sanctions against Russia is an important signal

Democracy often demands we choose between imperfect options

Donald Trump’s policies remain a significant risk, but job numbers and activity are holding up

The proposals require serious consideration by the Oireachtas

Sanae Takaichi, the first woman to be elected Japanese prime minister, leads a minority administration

A way needs to be found to deliver major projects vital to social and economic progress

The victory of a pro-European candidate in the presidential election may open the way for talks on the island’s future

Ukrainians now worry they have lost the momentum built on US frustration with Moscow

Urban regeneration requires clarity and capital. The State has so far provided neither

The campaign is showing that competence must be accompanied by a persuasive story

A recent leak has laid bare how Irish contact datails are actively bought, sold and weaponised for investment fraud

They are are putting a heavy strain on Ireland’s efforts to meet climate targets

Polls suggest there is a real opportunity for Plaid Cymru in next May’s regional elections

Whichever way the numbers fall, this campaign has already redrawn the boundaries of Irish presidential politics

Incursions highlight the risks of sabotage and our limited ability to counter them