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Beautiful landscapes, scenic views, and vast history are just some of the reasons Ireland sees nearly 10 million visitors yearly. Known by many as the ‘Emerald Isle’, Ireland’s praise has been sung by the likes of Jonny Cash, Daniel Day-Lewis, and even the author of Jane Eyre, Charlotte Bronte had this to say: “After a […]
by Katie Boland
Everyone who has ever moved to a new home knows it’s never easy. It causes a lot of stress and requires time, energy and money. Do you want to learn how to pack and move without stress? Then keep reading. Start early Seriously. Of course, you’re busy at work and tired, and besides, you might […]
by Kamila Mushkina
Immigration is an important and highly relevant topic of our time, so it’s no wonder that it is a source of inspiration for many filmmakers in their storytelling. Of course, there is no singular immigrant experience. However, through these stories, filmmakers have the power to give a voice to the underrepresented. Films can challenge stereotypes, […]
by Marieke Oggel
From old, traditional Irish pubs, to arcade-style haunts, to fancy cocktail bars. Belfast is rammed full of excellent bars and pubs for going out. Whether for a quiet pint, or something a bit more lively, or upmarket, there truly is plenty for everyone and every occasion. Stuck with where to start? We shortlisted seven of […]
by Emily Booth
We all know how gruelling and tough training for anything is. Training for a marathon is more so as it is as much mental as it is physical. With the Dublin marathon cancelled this year because of Covid-19, the motivation to keep training dims and you find yourself back at the start. It can be […]
by Katie Boland
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok… Social media has become inseparable from our lives. We endlessly scroll the feed, and sometimes it brings a negative impact on our time management and mental health. Is it possible to only have a positive experience on social media? Of course! Let’s make social media a better place! Stop playing the […]
by Kamila Mushkina
Having a burger once in a while is good for the soul, and who’s to say they’re only for meat-eaters? The huge recent shift in attitude towards meat consumption in Ireland means that plant-based options are more available than ever before. Dublin is ahead of the game, and was even pronounced the most vegan-friendly city […]
by Marieke Oggel
With the Netflix documentary Speed Cuber hitting the small screen on July 29 there is no doubt a lot of people are wondering, just how are they able to complete a Rubik’s cube that quickly? Lucky for us, it’s quite easy to solve a Rubik’s cube as it is just a memory game. It will […]
by Katie Boland
The Eastside Arts Festival kicks off today (Thursday August 6) with plenty of cultural and musical events designed to showcase the musical talents and artistic culture in East Belfast. Over 80 events are planned during the ten-day festival, and organisers hope that there is something for everyone included. “Moments of Joy” is the theme for […]
by Diarmuid Sherry