Looking for the best ways to celebrate Christmas with Covid-19 restrictions? With Ireland in a Level 5 Lockdown, it is clear that this year’s Christmas is going to be very different to that of previous years. With the possibility of the country opening up on the 1st December, people are already making plans to celebrate […]
More than ever before it is vital that we support our local economy and shop in smaller independent stores this festive season. Below is a list of the best Irish businesses for Christmas shopping, whether you’re looking for housewares, clothing, makeup, books, or toys. These shops are all online, so you can get started with […]
Arts Degrees often get a bad rap. It’s no secret that there are cons to doing an Arts Degree, and yet, they remain extremely popular. A Bachelor of Arts, or an Arts Degree is essentially a third-level degree in an arts subject. This can be any or a combination of the following: history, sociology, English, […]
Booking your smear test is hugely important, but that’s not to say it isn’t a daunting prospect. In Ireland, at the age of 25, women are invited to have a free smear test done every three years, to screen for cervical cancer, or other potentially harmful cells. It is a quick procedure, but many women […]
It is no easy task trying to stay off your phone. It’s no secret that we’re all addicted to them. The average time people spend on their phones is 3-4 hours a day, according to The Guardian. Considering a lot of people also have to spend 7 hours on a laptop, tablet, or computer in […]
Finally, our list of books that are better than their movie and TV counterparts most of the time. Generally, you can’t beat the original version of the story, and what it took to create such a story must be appreciated. This is the last in our adaptation article trilogy, and here are the top books […]
There’s a huge importance of talking about periods, for the blatant fact that they affect half the earth’s population. Yet, there has always been this taboo when it comes to talking about them, and this creates the dangerous perception that they are not normal, or that they are to be suffered in silence. It can […]
Sometimes, the movies just get it right. Although you’ll likely have a preference, often depending on which adaptation you view first, the following list are film and movie adaptations that are as good as the book. They do the book justice, without outshining the original work. 12 Films and TV Shows That Are Better Than […]
A question on a lot of people’s minds lately is, “Should gyms be considered an essential service?” The hashtag #openthegyms is currently trending on Twitter. Ireland has entered into its second lockdown as of the 22nd October, and much like in March, retailers, restaurants, and salons have closed. Gyms have been forced to shut again. […]
It’s an unpopular opinion, but some film adaptations are just better than the book they’re based on. This doesn’t always mean that the book is bad – sometimes the visual effect in films can bring a great concept to life. While there’s an abundance of adaptations that don’t live up to their source material, here […]
