The Seventh Circuit has made clear it is inclined to hold that the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) permits hostile work environment claims. At the same time, the court reminded employers that recognition is not enough. Plaintiffs still need proof, and speculation will not do. TL;DR: The Seventh Circuit once again assumed hostile […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
A toxic culture can make a workplace miserable. That doesn’t mean a court will find discrimination or retaliation when an employee sues. A new Seventh Circuit decision drives that point home. TL;DR: An employee reported a “machismo” environment, inappropriate comments, and denied overtime. The employer investigated, paid back wages, and noted low morale but no […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to add some eerie excitement than with our Halloween dominos? These dominos feature festive designs, making them perfect for spooky … The post Free printable Halloween dominos for spooky family fun appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Spark your creativity with our free writing prompts generator. Perfect for kids and adults to unleash imagination and have fun. The post Free creative writing tool: Personalised writing prompts for kids and adults everywhere appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Back-to-school season can be stressful, but AngelSense is here to help! 🌟 Check out these 5 ways they make the transition easier for parents ❤️ #BackToSchool #AngelSense #PeaceOfMind| KiddyCharts
It is happening with great frequency these days – being called “Sir”. I am left to puzzle out why this is happening, and have some thoughts. I remember when I strove to be referred to as “sir”. It was that difficult time in my early 20’s when I was attempting the transition from teenager/college student…| J. P.'s Blog
Manda Scott, Any Human Power. This long and weird novel focuses on a single British family who recognise that the world is swiftly being destroyed by those in power and decide to create a grassroots movement to promote true democracy. It’s narrated from the point of view of the grandmother, Lan, who in fact dies at the … Continue reading 20 Books of Summer, #18 and #19: Any Human Power and Helm| Laura Tisdall
Álvaro Enrigue trans. Natasha Wittner, You Dreamed of Empires. This short but incredibly intense speculative historical novel spans a few days in 1519, focusing on the infamous encounter between co…| Laura Tisdall
As my wife and I were walking, we caught ourselves identifying wildflowers beside the path—or at least as many as we could. There are a lot of wildflowers in Ireland, and it’s hard to keep all the …| sethlewis.ie
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When employees rack up overtime without approval, it doesn’t make them look dedicated – it makes them insubordinate. And as one nurse at a VA hospital just learned, that can sink an age discrimination claim. TL;DR: The Sixth Circuit affirmed summary judgment for a VA hospital where a nurse repeatedly worked overtime without preapproval despite […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Learn some ideas and thoughts about how parents might be able to address and begin to overcome the fear of schools .| KiddyCharts
When you think of Hollywood legends, Morgan Freeman undoubtedly tops the list. With a voice that resonates with wisdom and a presence that commands| DIASPORA MESSENGER NEWS MEDIA
Continuing the examination of the demographic shift in the ratio of children per senior, this time drilling down to counties.| 33n
He proved age discrimination. The jury agreed. Then they awarded him $3. One dollar for back pay, one for front pay, and one for emotional distress. No, this wasn’t small claims court. But it might as well have been. TL;DR: A Michigan jury found that a former HR Manager was fired because of his age. […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Kick off the school year right with our easy-to-use back-to-school goals one-pager. Stay organized and focused all year long! The post Kickstart the school year with our back to school goals one pager appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Discover a variety of printable PNG crafts ideas perfect for DIY projects, scrapbooking, and creative fun for kids today. The post 3 Ideas to boost your child’s creativity with printable PNG crafts appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
The last blog was about Dr Robin Keen and his continued engagement with life in his nineties. As I wrote about then, I was down to run... Click Some relationships are stronger than time to read whole article| Julie Leoni
This man, Robin Keen, is my old head teacher and my old employer. He is 93 or 97 depending on who I listened to and retired at,...| Julie Leoni
Sequencing Simple Stories is a cute and paste activity book for grades 1-2 to help with sequencing basic sentences.| The Curriculum Choice
How has the balance between older adults and children shifted over time? And what could this mean for our future? Looking across the state of GA| 33n
On my recent holiday to Norway, I was lucky enough to read three books that proved to be excellent company (plus some others that were less so, but will not be spoken of here). While I, as usual, had some critical thoughts about each of these books, they were all gripping, extremely enjoyable, and perfect … Continue reading Holiday Reading Guide, 2025 (& 20 Books of Summer, #11 and #12)| Laura Tisdall
Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained this summer? ☀️ Download our FREE printable summer bucket list checklist! The perfect way to make the most of the sunny days ahead. 🏖️🎨🍉 Download here| KiddyCharts
They said he wasn’t “living the…culture.” But when there was no documentation, deleted emails, and a termination memo created after the employee raised age discrimination concerns, the court didn’t buy it—and told a jury to take it from here. TL;DR: A federal appeals court just revived an age discrimination lawsuit after finding that […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Birthdays are a special time for kids, and what better way to add to the excitement than with some fun, creative activities? Our' Birthday Coloring Pages PDF is packed with lovely printable sheets designed to| KiddyCharts
Looking for ways to support your child with their AQA science GCSE revision? We're here tp help with the Oxford Revise Exam Tutor, in association with ExamJam. The post Supercharge your revision with the Oxford Revise Exam Tutor appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Make this year's celebration of books and reading extra special with our no-sew World Book Day costume ideas, including Winnie the Witch and Isadora Moon. The post World Book Day Costume Ideas appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
From storytelling games to alternative Christmas stories, encourage your child’s creative writing during with our top tips for creative writing at Christmas. The post Top five tips for creative writing at Christmas appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Looking for fun things to do with the kids this half-term? We’ve created a list of easy crafts, Halloween games and more. The post Half-term and Halloween activities for kids this Autumn appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Inspire your child's imagination with the BBC 500 Words competition 2023 – a creative writing competition for 5 to 11 year olds, run in association with Oxford University Press. The post BBC 500 Words Report 2023 appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Win a free copy of Mirabelle and the Midnight Feast, a magical tale about friendship, siblings and owning up to your own mistakes. Suitable for 5+ (February 2024) The post Book of the Month: Mirabelle and the Midnight Feast appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Win a free copy of Science Words for Little People: Weather. This entertaining book introduces children to words and phrases that help them explore science confidently. Suitable for 3+ (January 2024) The post Book of the Month: Science Words for Little People appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Climate change is the Oxford Children’s Word of the Year 2023. Find out about children’s evolving use of language and analysis from Oxford University Press. The post Oxford Children’s Word of the Year 2023: Climate Change appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
Headteacher Tracey Smith shares her ideas for fun and easy games you can play to build your toddler’s vocabulary and boost their confidence with words. The post Building a strong vocabulary: How to help at home appeared first on Oxford Owl for Home.| Oxford Owl for Home
For older children, why not encourage them to use the events of the festive as inspiration for some Christmas creative writing? Or challenge their crafting skills with a range of paper craft activities? Alternatively, they could always knit their own polar pug…| Oxford Owl for Home
Now you can listen to The Employer Handbook—check out this week’s podcast recap! TL;DR: I’ve turned this week’s blog content into a short podcast episode using Google NotebookLM. If you missed a post or want to catch up while multitasking, you can now listen to the highlights on the go. 🎧 If reading legal blogs […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
A senior executive with prostate cancer helped land the company’s biggest contract ever and was promoted with a pay raise. Months later, he was fired. He believed his age and health had something to do with it—and brought claims of discrimination. TL;DR: A senior executive with prostate cancer sued after being fired months after a […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Create a unique DIY rotating tie card craft for Father’s Day! A fun and easy craft idea to make dad feel extra special. Download it now. The post Celebrate Father’s Day with a rotating tie card craft appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Holiday Journal Printable: Reflect & Celebrate for All Ages The post Simple reflective holiday journal for kids and adults appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts This post is a collaboration with TV Licensing (a trademark of the BBC), but all thoughts and experiences are my own. We often think about the small, positive moments that … The post How to flip the narrative on screentime for families to create moments of connection appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Download a free gratitude journal to help kids and adults build a positive mindset and practice daily thankfulness. The post Free Gratitude Journal: Creating a positive mindset in kids and adults appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Download free coloring for Mother's Day for kids to enjoy or to gift. Fun, creative designs to celebrate mother's everywhere! The post Free coloring for Mother’s Day appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts We have a fabulous new printable for you today, a free printable calendar 2025, including an editable version, and a coloring one for the kids, if you have them. There … The post Free printable calendar 2025: Includes coloring option for kids appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Are you looking for a self care workbook as a working mom? Visit our site now and download one for free to focus on your own wellbeing today. The post Self care workbook for working moms everywhere appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Being alone and friendship worksheets: The Other Side of the Valley The post Being alone and friendship worksheets: The Other Side of the Valley appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Download our free printable fantasy calendar - and customise for whatever you need it for. There is a color in version for you to get now too! The post Free printable fantasy calendar for adults and kids appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Are you after some free Hey Duggee Colouring pages - then we have you covered. Come and download from our site today! The post Free Hey Duggee colouring pages appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Printable car coloring pages eBook for all ages - perfect for kids and adults alike - why not visit the site and download for free now? The post Printable car coloring pages eBook for kids and adults everywhere appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Looking for printable certificate of completion ideas for kids & adults? We've got both for free with certificate maker too. Download now! The post Free printable certificate of completion for kids and adults appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts We have quite a few paw patrol coloring pages on KiddyCharts, and they inspired us to create some fun paw coloring pages for you too. If you want to download … The post Free paw coloring page ideas: Inspired by Paw Patrol appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Bringing your baby home is one of the most exciting and overwhelming moments for new parents. Caring for newborn babies in their first week presents a unique experience, filled with … The post First week with a newborn: What to expect and how to survive appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Grab our gorgeous detailed tattoo coloring pages that are perfect for kids and adults. Download for coloring fun now! The post Tattoos: Free, simple and detailed coloring pages for all appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Helen Neale posted on KiddyCharts Test knowledge with fun science trivia questions for kids in our free quiz! Engaging & educational and you can download it now. The post Science trivia questions for kids: Our free science quiz appeared first on KiddyCharts.| KiddyCharts
Maija Mäkelä has released two albums under the name Maija Sofia; Bath Time, which was nominated for the Choice Music Prize, and True Love. She has toured extensively, both on her own and as support for artists including Sharon Van Etten, Julian Baker and Mega Bog. She also composes music for film and sound-art installations in collaboration with visual artists. Her poetry has appeared in The Stinging Fly, Banshee, Poetry Ireland Review, Berlin Lit and elsewhere, and she writes essays a...| International Literature Festival Dublin
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“Exile Economics is a smart, vivid and humane account of the way the world really works – and thedangers that now face us all.” Tim Harford, How to Make the World Add Up| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Just a fabulous guide – the sort you hope you’ll get!” – Ben, Chicago| International Literature Festival Dublin
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In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
“She has the ability to sketch a whole life of hopes and defeats in a single paragraph.” Le Monde| International Literature Festival Dublin
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In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
In-Person | International Literature Festival Dublin
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Poetry, chats and storytelling as Gaeilge in this live podcast recording of the popular Beo ar Éigean show. Each of Siún Ní Dhuinn’s special guests will perform and chat with her about their work. Each guest has fifteen minutes – so make sure you don’t miss a second! | International Literature Festival Dublin
“The most original and powerful author of his generation in Spain.” Mathias Énard| International Literature Festival Dublin
Translated by Sophie Hughes, Perfection is Vincenzo Latronico’s fourth novel. He joins ILFD to discuss the art of fiction, and why writing is about breaking things in order to put them back together again. Vincenzo Latronico is an art critic who has also translated George Orwell, Oscar Wilde, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Hanif Kureishi into Italian. He contributes to frieze, Corriere della Sera and La Stampa and Internazionale.| International Literature Festival Dublin
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“Often, the most interesting things that happen to a person happen in the margins, in the dark, in a hole. It’s the climbing out that makes the story vital.” Stuart Murdoch| International Literature Festival Dublin
“A dreamer is one who can find his way only by moonlight and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world.” Oscar Wilde| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Ronayne’s approach is an inspiring one, using the wonder of nature to activate a love for what we have and what we are losing…His public talks often leave audiences moved to tears.” The Irish Times| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Slices through the confusion and the contradictions with grace, elegance and compassion.” Chris van Tulleken| International Literature Festival Dublin
Poetry, chats, and storytelling as Gaeilge in this live podcast recording of the popular Beo ar Éigean show. Each of Siún Ní Dhuinn’s special guests will perform and chat with her about their work. Each guest has fifteen minutes – so make sure you don’t miss a second! | International Literature Festival Dublin
Anne Michaels, Vanessa Bell & Michael Crummey, Dublin Literary Award 2025 winner| International Literature Festival Dublin
“A writer of passion, memory and heart.” Elif Shafak| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Shon Faye can break your heart and change your mind in the same moment.” Torrey Peters| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Respect for a book doesn’t mean opting for an obvious translation.” Katy Derbyshire| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Enchanting, astonishingly compelling…rare and to be treasured.” Stephen Fry| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Crime fiction is a way of satisfying that nosy need to know.” Sophie Hannah| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Poetry begins where language starts: in the shadows and accidents of one person’s life.” Eavan Boland| International Literature Festival Dublin
“Do not make a mistake by missing this poet. There is no person on planet earth like him. Pádraig is not a type.” Lemn Sissay| International Literature Festival Dublin
“If there’s a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” Toni Morrison| International Literature Festival Dublin
