The pandemic and the incessant lockdowns that have come along with it have meant that streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video have become absolute infallible saviours of boredom for those of us cooped up in the house most…
Almost everyone around the world knows about Saint Patrick’s Day, but not so many people know why this day is special in Ireland. In 2021, when most of the world’s pubs are closed and nobody can go grab a beer…
As people become more conscious of their environmental impact on the world, there’s been an increased focus on air travel — and over the past year, a corresponding increase in “flight shaming”. Perhaps surprisingly, air travel isn’t a huge contributor…
If someone asked you to describe the last twelve months with only one word, what would it be? Words and phrases like “pandemic”, “lockdown”, and “black lives matter” definitely stand out more than others. However, one word which might not…
It is right and just to commemorate the women who fought alongside their male comrades during Ireland’s struggle for independence. Since 2016, the centenary year of the 1916 Rising, there have been numerous forms of celebration including theatre productions, novels,…
Despite the devastating problems and hardships that Covid-19 has been causing us for nearly a year, this pandemic is not the biggest challenge humanity must face. Climate change remains the most enormous threat to our civilisation globally, and we must…
In today’s world, we are positively influenced by each other to make changes. This can be something simple like oat milk in our coffee, the vegan choice; or scrutinising brands to ensure that they haven’t been tested on animals. Little…
Reported as the world’s first “human challenge” study for Covid-19, scientists in the UK are to infect young, healthy volunteers with coronavirus for research in the coming weeks. The key aims of this Human Challenge Study include discovering exactly how…
Everyone enjoys it when a recording artist uniquely reinterprets a well-known song. Covers exemplify the multifaceted essence of music and lyrics. Without altering the lyrics, a simple change in the melody or singing style may add new layers of meaning…
