In comparison to the 20th century, intrastate (country vs country) conflicts have appeared to calm. Furthermore, the number of overall battle-related deaths has been falling since 2014, another encouraging statistic. However, this by no means insinuates the world is now…
Since the most recent COP 26 conference in Glasgow, climate change has been in the spotlight again. It would appear that we truly are entering a ‘now or never’ phase when it comes to combating the growing problem. Similarly, irregular…
Irish pubs can be found in the four corners of the world. There is something comforting about finding an Irish pub whilst abroad. However, none of them come close to the real thing. Authentic traditional Irish pubs are a part…
Christmas time is quickly approaching. Accompanying it are the usual festivities including copious amounts of hefty meals, nights out, and general laziness. This time of year seems to leave us reeling once it is over. So much so that we…
The Emerald Isle has so much to offer, not just to residents of its beautiful towns, cities, villages and hamlets, or to the average tourist – but particularly, to those intending to pack up their lives and relocate to Ireland.…
Gift-giving. Trying, testing and oh so stressful. Any occasion, whether it be birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s or Christmas leaves me longing to have telepathic abilities! Will the person like it? Will my budget allow it? Will they use it –…
Since the 7th of December, the Irish government, acting on the advice of NPHET, has reintroduced several restrictions on the country’s bar and hospitality industry in response to a COVID surge. Nightclubs that had only been reopened as recently as…
The period from 2012-2023 was branded the Decade of Centenaries by the Irish government. There have been a number of commemorations carried out over the past nine years. 1912 to 1923 was a period of revolutionary change for Ireland. 2021…
Europe’s borders seem to be constantly in the headlines. Unfortunately, these headlines bring with them harrowing stories of human survival. The latest story that has been developing at Europe’s frontier is situated on the border of Poland (the EU) and…