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Ireland and abortion: the facts
TheJournal.ie takes a look at the current laws, constitutional rights, past legal challenges and the situation in other jurisdictions.
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Explainer: how the Norwegian courts operate
Why do officials shake hands with the accused? What is a lay judge?
# behind-the-news - Sunday 1 April, 2012
Explainer: Why can’t we cure cancer?
We pour millions into cancer research. So where is it actually getting us?
# behind-the-news - Sunday 29 January, 2012
An Irish tsunami is ‘possible’ – experts
This week’s earthquake in Donegal had us wondering whether Ireland needs to worry about more of the same occurring – and the answer is a resounding yes.
# behind-the-news - Sunday 22 January, 2012
Explainer: Why are Tibetan monks setting themselves on fire?
In the past year, sixteen former Tibetan monks or nuns have died by suicide after setting themselves on fire. But why?
# behind-the-news - Sunday 15 January, 2012
Explainer: What is/Who are the Taliban?
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