A 2016 survey revealed that to people who have never visited Ireland, potatoes are the food they first think of when asked about “Irish food and drink”. Why is Irish culture so strongly linked to the potato? Is there an…
On 10 May, the travel limit, which had been in place across Ireland since Christmas, was lifted. With intercounty travel now officially permitted and the summer nearing, it is time to go outside and get some fresh air after months…
In Ireland, we are very lucky to be part of what could be seen as the pandemic elite. What I mean by this is that we are in the position within the EU to enable the now safe reopening of…
Is lockdown boredom getting to you? Or maybe you’ve just had enough of Netflix and emails from your boss. If this sounds familiar then keep reading, because in three minutes we’re going to tell you about five sites and apps…
It doesn’t matter if the sun is shining, it is freezing cold, or raining – at Dublin’s swimming spots, there are always people taking a bath. Many of them have been doing this every day, since they were kids. Not…
Since the release of its whole first season on Netflix on 23 April, Shadow and Bone has stayed on the platform’s Top List. An achievement that I decided to comment on, with a little precious help. If you haven’t…
Denise Chaila is a Limerick-based Zambian-Irish rapper, musician, and hip hop artist. In 2019 and 2020, she took centre stage, enthralling the country with her upbeat songs, sharp lyrics, and bold attitude. Chaila reflects a new era of Irish rap,…
E-scooters are finally being legislated for in Ireland. Although a lack of legislation has not stopped people using privately-owned e-scooters on roads across Ireland, it has so far prevented rental companies, such as Lime and Bird, from entering the market.…
Open your eyes in a sweat, take a deep breath, realise with relief: it’s all just a dream. Since the Covid pandemic started, more and more people are experiencing vivid dreams, often nightmares. A study confirms that corona influences our…