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If you’re a self-care enthusiast, then, you probably already know about the Danish practice of hygge, a term that stems from the “Norwegian term, hugga, meaning ‘to comfort’ or ‘to console,’ which is related to the English word ‘hug.’” The New Yorker also defines hygge as “a quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that engenders […]
by Melanie Romero
Ireland’s sporting history is filled with beautiful moments that show that sport in Ireland can often be more than just a game; for many households and even for entire villages, it’s a way of life, especially with the GAA or the FAI becoming a huge part of people’s identity. This article hopes that, by examining […]
by Sean Barrett
So, you’ve bitten the bullet. Whatever the reason – school, better work opportunities or finding a better life – you’ve moved to Ireland. And, it’s likely that, until you get your bearings, money is tight. You’re not going to be pleased to hear this. On Monday, price comparison site, Numbeo, listed Ireland as the […]
by Natalie Briggs
Music is one of the few constants of life in a world which is always in a never-ending state of change. We listen to music, play music, or write music almost on a daily basis, making it an indispensable part of our lives. It helps to evoke excitement on a night out having fun, comforts […]
by Adam Gibbons
It’s mid-January, meaning Veganuary is in full swing. You’ve swapped your dairy milk for oat milk, stocked the freezer full of Quorn nuggets and Linda McCartney sausage rolls, but by now you may be hitting a bit of a slump, wondering what to cook for dinner on these cold, wet January evenings. Don’t panic just […]
by Rachel McLoughlin
Are you moving to Ireland from India? If you are, I’m sure you’ll be wondering which things to carry from India. Don’t worry, I have you covered. Moving away from your home country, your comfort zone, is always a big step and takes courage! There are certain things I wish I knew before coming to […]
by Priyal Vadgama
As the world has seemingly come to a standstill in the last year, many of us still remember and yearn for the days we could travel and explore. Tourism and travelling abroad, as well as at home, had become a major business sector and for some – a way of life. However, mass tourism has […]
by Ugne Aksiutovaite
Joe Biden has Irish roots U.S. president-elect, Joe Biden, has spoken about his Irish heritage on numerous occasions. Biden can trace his Irish roots back to both the Blewitts from County Mayo and the Finnegans from County Louth. His great-great grandfather, Patrick Blewitt, was born in Ballina, Co. Mayo, in 1832. Patrick left Ireland in […]
by Erica Carter
4 Irish Depop Shops for Sustainable Shopping During the Lockdown Sustainable fashion today is becoming more important than ever. In the last few years, fast fashion’s popularity has increasingly become part of our society. Unfortunately, it has adverse effects that cost the planet’s well-being. With sustainable fashion, we have an array of choices to choose […]
by Alison Law