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Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty: Irish singer-songwriter Megan O’Neill sets sights on 2020 album release

From the surprise COVID-19-inspired release of the now mightily popular Ireland to an online Hot Press Live Show session, county Kildare native Megan O’Neill has certainly ensured that her lockdown be a productive one. Not only has the Ghost of You singer wrapped up the recording of her fourth studio album (which will be released […]

by Conor Lynch

Posted 6 years ago

LifestyleSport

Irish cricket: The dawn of new hopes

Ireland and Cricket are the two things that people feel are not familiar to each other. Given the recent status of the Irish cricket team, one could hardly comply with the dominance of cricket in Ireland. However, the wonder is, cricket was once the dominant sport in the island of Ireland! But to know about […]

by Sayantan Mondal

Posted 6 years ago

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How to be a local hero and help your favourite small business for life after lockdown

Be a local hero and buy a coupon. This is the simple message of Lean On Me. A group of Limerick volunteers have come together to support their favourite local businesses which are currently closed due to Covid-19 government restrictions. The platform developed by the team uses smart technology, allowing people to buy a coupon […]

by Fiona Clancy

Posted 6 years ago

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Leaving Cert 2020 cancellation: Main questions that should be asked

Following the perhaps controversial decision by Ireland’s Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh to scrap this year’s Leaving Certificate on Friday, May 8, many questions have been raised since by the Irish public. For safety reasons, the decision made was, of course, the most sensible one. However, this article will now shed light on […]

by Conor Lynch

Posted 6 years ago

Culture

What “bye” actually means in Ireland

“Goodbye? Duh!” That’s the conclusion that a typical grammar clever-clogs might reach. Not quite, though. I mean, literally speaking, this grammar clever-clog is certainly correct in his or her judgement, but if you’re Irish-ly speaking, then they are quite a significantly far distance away from being right. Read on to find out the truth behind […]

by Conor Lynch

Posted 6 years ago

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A breakdown of Ireland’s Top 10 songs in Top 50 Spotify music chart – June 2020

From the long-awaited pop return of the one and only Lady Gaga to the potential song of the summer Breaking Me by German DJ, producer and musician Topic and Swedish producer A7S, it’s safe to say that the current state of Ireland’s Top 50 Spotify chart is, shall we say, rather eclectic. Let’s take a […]

by Conor Lynch

Posted 6 years ago

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Game of Thrones® in Northern Ireland – Itinerary Part 1

Last year the worldwide known series Game of Thrones® ended, disappointing some fan and surprising others. The series has been known for its many locations and visual effects. Game of Thrones® took place in around 25 locations around Northern Ireland and other filming locations, such as Canada, Iceland, Malta and Spain. In this article let’s […]

by Veronica De Biasio

Posted 6 years ago

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Radio in Ireland: Why is radio so appealing to the Irish?

Just what exactly is it that makes radio so appealing to the Irish? Is it the chatty nature of it? The companionship it offers? Its relatability? Or might it simply be due to the fact that radio (as well as TV) has the power to distract you from, well, reality, I guess. Of course, each […]

by Conor Lynch

Posted 6 years ago

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Culture shocks for the Irish in Spain: My personal experience

From regular lobster-esque sunburn to the all-too-familiar “are you from London” question, let’s just say life in Spain hasn’t been all rosy since my move from Galway to Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain, back in June of 2018. Culture shock after culture shock has constantly dominated my Spanish life so far. Not to mention the […]

by Conor Lynch

Posted 6 years ago

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Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty: Irish singer-songwriter Megan O’Neill sets sights on 2020 album release

Irish cricket: The dawn of new hopes

How to be a local hero and help your favourite small business for life after lockdown

Leaving Cert 2020 cancellation: Main questions that should be asked

What “bye” actually means in Ireland

A breakdown of Ireland’s Top 10 songs in Top 50 Spotify music chart – June 2020

Game of Thrones® in Northern Ireland – Itinerary Part 1

Radio in Ireland: Why is radio so appealing to the Irish?

Culture shocks for the Irish in Spain: My personal experience