Obama aide’s take on how government can help rather than hinder is worthy, says Kyran Fitzgerald.

Britain has served its separation notice and talks over the divorce terms start soon. An all-island

Economic pragmatism played a huge part in Martin McGuinness’ transformation from IRA leader to peace-seeking statesman, writes Kyran Fitzgerald.

wage inflation begins to take off, Janet Yellen will have to act by removing the punch bowl from the party. If this happens, sparks could fly in Washington DC, writes Kyran Fitzgerald

Bonus payments are now offered by 80% of employers, with just 14% of those surveyed here definitely not offering such payments.

Less than 10 years ago, South Africa looked on the cusp of a glorious period. Instead it is in danger of throwing it all away through misstep after misstep, writess Kyran Fitzgerald.

Swedish academic Hans Rosling, who died recently, was a skilled communicator who managed to bring subjects to life and shine light on complex issues, writes Kyran Fitzgerald

At a time of great shortages in housing and soaring rents, decisive action is needed once and for all to combat empty and dilapidated buildings, says Kyran Fitzgerald.

As the US and Britain consider pushing up barriers to trade, smaller players like Ireland will need to use their brains as never before, writes Kyran Fitzgerald.

January has seen a number of large public companies issue profit warnings, something which is set to become commonplace, writes Kyran Fitzgerald.