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The discipline of fasting dates to ancient times, is common to nearly every religion in the world (as well as philosophical systems like Stoicism), and is mentioned in the Bible more times than baptism. As it is with the spring season setting in Lent just ended, Christians, specifically Catholics, give up certain foods or practice […]
by Sonia
To detect more COVID-19 cases, the HSE set up so-called walk-in test centers at the end of March to offer free Corona testing. The figures prove that even people without any symptoms can have the virus. Wearing white overalls, the mask covering two third of his face, the tall man in one of Dublin’s Covid […]
by Pauline Stahl
H.E.R. aka Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson, D’ Mile, and Tiara Thomas won an Oscar in the Best Original Song category for “Fight For You” at the 93rd Academy Awards ceremony that took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on 25 April. The song was featured in the motion picture Judas and the Black Messiah. The […]
by Aron Debreceni
Ancient Irish history revolved around four major Celtic festivals, but foreigners still don’t know much about them. Irish folklore is often romanticised in popular culture: we imagine a very green field with druids and lovely fairies, and strongly linked to nature. It is a stereotype, a part of the country’s mythical traditions and a sort […]
by Laurine Tiran
Immortalisation of the Irish author, poet, and playwright in Merrion Square – across the street from Wilde’s birthplace and childhood home The Oscar Wilde Memorial Sculpture is a collection of three statues situated in Merrion Square in Dublin, celebrating the Irish poet and playwright. The sculptures were unveiled in 1997 and were designed and sculpted […]
by Gandharva Joshi
21 April 2021 was the 5th anniversary of the tragic passing of one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Prince was not only a multi-instrumentalist, a singer-songwriter, and a producer; he was also a unique artist, who inspired generations worldwide. In the following article, I have collected information about five of his […]
by Aron Debreceni
For decades, the study and exploration of Mars have been a top priority of the world’s biggest space agencies. The Solar System’s most studied celestial body is apart from Earth. Understanding the history of the previous Mars missions helps put into perspective how far we have come and what the future may hold for the […]
by Sean Barrett
London Grammar released their latest LP Californian Soil on 16 April by Metal Dust & Ministry of Sound. This is the third studio album of the British band consisting Hannah Reid, Dan Rothman and Dominic ‘Dot’ Major. As its title also indicates, the focal point of the album is on the impacts of L.A. and […]
by Aron Debreceni
Elga Fox is a musician living in Dublin. With new music on the way, I spoke with Fox about her upcoming single launch, how she got into music, and her love for her growing fan base online. When did you first start playing music? “I first started playing music about 10 years ago. I took […]
by KathyAnn Murphy