Beyond the Balance Sheet: What Rathwood’s Corporate Examinership Signals for the Future of Retail Trust The traditional trust we place in big-ticket retailers is becoming an outdated luxury. When a major brand enters corporate examinership, the consumer is often the last in line to be paid, regardless of the “guarantees” printed on the receipt or … Read more
Nearly one in five Americans report having forgiven someone who has seriously wronged them, yet societal structures overwhelmingly prioritize retribution. This inherent tension is brought into sharp focus by the recent case of an Irish Senator who publicly forgave a man jailed for sending him death threats – threats that also targeted the CEO of … Read more
Asbestos in Toys: A Wake-Up Call for Global Supply Chain Transparency A staggering 1 in 5 products recalled globally are due to safety concerns, a figure that’s quietly climbing as supply chains become increasingly complex. The recent, urgent recall of children’s toys across Ireland – stemming from the discovery of asbestos – isn’t an isolated … Read more
The BBC’s new whodunnit, Lynley, filmed across Dublin, Wicklow, and Cork, is a curiously British affair. Despite the Irish locations, the series seems determined to remain firmly rooted in English social commentary, specifically, a rather pointed exploration of class divisions. This isn’t simply a detective story; it’s a re-litigation of the “great English class war” … Read more