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Finding accommodation in Ireland – 5 things to know
Ireland is currently entrenched in a housing crisis, causing a headache for anyone looking for accommodation. This is especially true for those just arriving to the Emerald Isle, who beyond getting their bearings in a new country, must find a…
Dublin launches website as an “entry point” for Ukrainians
Dublin City officials gathered at the Lord Mayor’s residence last Wednesday to launch a new resource for Ukrainians who’ve arrived in Ireland’s capital – a website or virtual noticeboard. The website, known as the Dublin City Ukraine Response Community Noticeboard,…
Brazil and Ireland: 5 interesting similarities
The thing we can immediately note when we look at countries like Brazil and Ireland, is how different they are. The most clear difference between both countries is geographical: Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world, in terms…
‘Seen to be Heard’ reveals secondary breast cancer realities
A crowd of people gathered at Dublin’s City Council office on Monday to welcome in the annual Inclusion and Integration Week. Those in attendance were surrounded by large photographs of women who have felt isolated rather than included due to…
Spanish Halloween traditions
Celebrating Halloween in Spain has a religious connotation in most of the country. Not only is Halloween celebrated on October 31, but also November 1, All Saints’ Day, and November 2, Day of the Dead, are usually holidays throughout the…
Samhain – 8 facts about Halloween’s Celtic origins
Autumn is here and with it comes Halloween, a night of costumes, pumpkins, parties and often fireworks. Some holidays are clearly linked to different faiths or independence celebrations but what about Halloween? If you’ve ever wondered where this spooky day…
Young Russians reflect on war from Ireland
*The surnames of some sources have been omitted to protect their identities. When Marina* left her western Russian home last month it marked a significant change of plans for the 25 year-old. A year after returning home from college in…
Shine A Light Night returns Friday to highlight homelessness
More than 1,500 people across Ireland are expected to “sleep out” on Friday night to raise awareness of the country’s homeless. The event, Focus Ireland’s annual “Shine A Light Night,” will see business leaders, companies and private individuals join together…