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Ireland is a country known for its gorgeous views and friendly people, so it is no wonder that movies such as Star Wars, Braveheart, Harry Potter, and The Princess Bride made use of it. For some reason, though, when you have any type of Hollywood movie that is set in Ireland it somehow manages to […]
by Katie Boland
Today marks the 100th day of the nationwide protests that have rocked the country of Belarus since they erupted on 9th August. The country’s largest and longest anti-political protests against President Alexander Lukashenko and the government began leading up-to and during the 2020 elections, where-in Lukashenko claimed victory with 80% of the vote despite the […]
by Sonia
A culture today is not just a description of a particular tradition or a race or a country. Culture comprises all the countries’ traditions, history, and evolution. Culture is what tells how the world has evolved. It determines one’s life. According to the World Happiness Report, Ireland is known to be the 16th happiest country. […]
by Yukti Khera
Books have a way of making people feel safe no matter what’s happening. There is something about wrapping yourself up in a cozy blanket, grabbing a cup of your favourite hot beverage, and getting lost in a great story. Especially when it comes to feel-good books, these bring a little additional comfort when things are […]
by Sol Natalia Dieguez
Historically, the fashion industry has not been kind to the environment. While clothing from fast fashion brands are cheap and affordable for consumers, their production takes a toll on various aspects of the environment. According to the World Economic Forum, the fashion industry is the second-largest consumer of the world’s water supply, and 85% of […]
by Keara Long
Irish music punches well above its weight. U2, Thin Lizzy, Sinead O’Connor, Van Morrison, and Snow Patrol have topped global billboard charts for decades, putting Ireland well and truly on the map. But for every Hozier that takes the world by storm, there are dozens of artists who, for whatever reason, never get their big […]
by Mark Comerford
With the holiday season coming in and the pandemic still raging on, let’s take a look these 10 International Netflix series that are perfect for your next binge-fest. The Spy (Israel) Based on a true story, this gripping psychological drama leaves you wanting more. Leading with Sacha Baron Cohen, the series brings to light the […]
by Sonia
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, […]
by Katy Thornton
The world is facing its biggest challenge yet and as people are becoming more eco-conscious, we’re all still wondering what we can do to reduce our carbon footprint. Sustainably living is not as easy as it sounds and while it may be what we all strive for, it’s not always as accessible as it could […]
by Ellen Fitzpatrick