Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
Instant photography has seen a resurgence in recent years; it’s no longer being seen as a gimmick that has somehow lasted beyond its bygone era. But the question still remains: why do people choose to use an analogue device when so many digital options are at their disposal? By examining what makes instant photography so […]
Eco-anxiety is a fairly new concept, defined as having a fear of environmental damage or ecological disaster. This feeling stems from worrying about the current state of the environment, as well as its future. People who concern themselves with environmental issues may find their minds wander into a dark mental state when faced with such […]
Gambling is not a new phenomenon. In fact, the early beginnings of gambling can be traced back to ancient China around 2300 BC, where tiles unearthed in recent decades were found to have been used as a type of lottery. With gambling embedded in our culture for thousands of years now, it is an everyday […]
When you think coffee in Ireland, it’s a natural instinct to first imagine the Irish coffee, a foaming caffeinated drink spiked with whiskey and sweetened with cream. It’s truly the unofficial national caffeinated beverage of the Emerald Isle. But, beyond its beloved Irish coffee, Ireland has surely stepped up its coffee culture, sprinkling brick-and-mortar coffee […]
Music is a form of expression; without musicians, the world would be a dull place with fewer voices and words of expression. Musicians using their platform to promote activism is a loud act, with many eyes on them; they have a following that listens to what they have to say. These five musicians have […]
With the start of the pandemic in 2020 and stay-at-home orders forcing people to stay in their houses, there was a surge of online learning. Sites like skillshare, Duolingo, and Coursera saw extraordinary growth and it is just the beginning. Cultivating new skills and habits can be challenging, as old habits are hard to shake, […]
On Sunday, a poll by The Sunday Times found that the majority of people living in the North of Ireland want a border poll within the next five years. Senior politicians in both Britain and Ireland have also spoken more frequently about the likelihood of a united Ireland recently as the union seems to be […]
Tax! It’s the cursed word that all adults despise. I certainly do. The very idea of understanding the concept of comprehending, calculating, and paying your taxes seems daunting, but is there a silver lining? Are you paying more tax than you should and more importantly does the taxman owe YOU money? How does the Irish […]
2021 has already been a year like no other, and we are still only in January. Starting the year stuck inside, here in Ireland, many people watched the inauguration of the new American president last week. Joe Biden, aged 78, was sworn in on the 20th January 2021, alongside Kamala Harris – the first woman […]
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