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Did you know COVID-19 is likely to cost the economy $1 trillion during 2020? Did you know globally, the airline industry is set to lose $113bn? Did you know the oil price has slipped to 30$ per barrel? Did you know the UEFA EURO 2020 has been postponed to 2021? Did you know there is […]
by Srekanth Nilakantan
Meditation and relaxation exercises can be beneficial during these unusual times we are living. We decided to round up the most common and useful relaxation and meditation secrets to help you get through your lockdown. The coronavirus pandemic is affecting everyone in different ways, but stress and anxiety have a pretty common impact. Whether or […]
by Carlotta Cutrale
Modern life is full of stress because we never stop. Now that we can stop, we are double stressed out. Going to the supermarket has become the main activity after the lockdown. Because of that, lots of people concentrate on these places damaging their health and that of others if the established norms are not […]
by Tami Pereira
Check out a list of 10 words and phrases used by the Irish. English may be a global language but when you happen to be in Ireland (Éire), the language and the Irish accent can cause your jaws drop now and then. How familiar are you with Irish terms below? What’s the craic? Or, how […]
by Peter Dlhopolec
In times of general panic such as the ones we’re living through, choosing what to buy for dinner or buying a nice new pair of shoes may be the last things on your mind. However, the main motivation behind social distancing measures is so that we can minimize the Coronavirus’ negative impact and all go […]
by Callie Hardy
Costa Coffee and Starbucks have taken the same step due to COVID-19. Several big fast food and coffee chains, including McDonald’s, have decided to suspend their operation amid the COVID-19 outbreak. South African chain Nando’s closed its restaurants on March 22 until further notice saying the health and safety of its employees and customers is […]
by Peter Dlhopolec
Bram Stoker used to work at Dublin Castle. Dublin Castle, which is a major government complex and one of the city’s most visited sights today, was in the British hands until the early 20th century. Before today’s structure was erected, there had been a “Duibhlinn” fortress built by the Norsemen on a hill near […]
by Peter Dlhopolec
How to strengthen your immune system and stay healthy for your friends, family, and self, during the Covid-19 pandemic. To fight this virus, the current advice from professionals is to wash hands frequently, respect social distancing, and upon showing symptoms, self-isolate and contact a GP remotely. We all have vulnerable people in our lives, so it’s […]
by Nicholas Lane
There’s nothing quite like uncertainty and sudden changes to rile up anxiety. When even those that aren’t normally prone to stress are getting affected by the feeling of general panic, those that do struggle with mental health issues on a day to day basis are even more vulnerable. Babylon takes a look on how to […]
by Callie Hardy