Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
This week is world animal week! A full week dedicated to loving animals in all their shapes and forms. It is celebrated around the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. This week is aimed at raising awareness for animal welfare. So this week, make an effort to help your […]
by Lorna
The FTSE has closed at a near record high of 7,074.34 today, alleviating doubts about the state of the British economy in the wake of the Brexit result, but leaving many Irish investors short changed. The FTSE soared 1.3%, nearing the all-time closing high of 7,104 it reached in April 2015. The dramatic growth was due […]
by Admin
Strap on your helmets and get on your runners – I’m going to give you a tour of the Wild Atlantic Way (WAW). This route is a designated path stretching the length of the country, from Donegal to Cork along the West coast. It is a must see to properly experience the beauty of the […]
by Lorna
Dublin is a city with a long history and tradition and is proud of quality literature with many world-renowned writers. There are many museums, art galleries and historical buildings. Dublin is full of modern and contemporary art as well as former pieces. Read our first series of Dublin’s museums. National Museum of Ireland The National Museum […]
by Sabina Šrámková
Three British-born scientists have been named as this year’s joint Nobel Prize winners in the field of Physics. David Thouless, Duncan Haldane and Michael Kosterlitz will share the prestigious award for their discoveries relating to the behaviour of strange forms of matter. The trio of scientists, all of whom are now affiliated to universities in […]
by Admin
In a city that is so geared towards cyclists, the number of bike thefts in Dublin seems to be on an ever increasing upward trend. Since 2008, the number of reported cases of stolen bicycles has stepped up dramatically, with an increase of 167%. An average of 4,950 bikes are stolen annually, according to the […]
by AdminHaiti is again bracing itself for natural disaster this morning as a devastating hurricane approaches the Caribbean nation. Hurricane Matthew, a category 4 storm, is fast approaching the western tip of the country, and is expected to hit land in the early hours of this morning, UTC -05:00. Severe weather has already battered both Haiti […]
by Admin
The Lisdoonvarna matchmaking festival is a long running tradition in Co. Clare. Originating in 1859, this festival was the one stop shop to find a lovely lass or a fine farmer if you were single. The tradition began with the the Spa Hotel. Lisdoonvarna became known for its health benefits due to the highly mineralised […]
by Lorna
Dublin Defeat Mayo To Retain All-Ireland Title The boys in blue managed a dramatic victory over Mayo at Croke Park this weekend, retaining the All Ireland SFC title for a second year running. Following the tied first encounter last month, fans on Saturday night were treated to an explosive rematch which saw the home team capitalise […]
by Admin