Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
During last Friday’s terror attacks in Paris, one of the locations affected was the Bataclan, at which the American rock band Eagles of Death Metal were performing. While the band themselves were unharmed, 89 people lost their lives at the venue, including their merchandise man Nick Alexander, several members of their crew and support staff […]
by AdminDublin live music venue ‘The Grand Social’ has always been an important hub for the promotion of good Irish artists and bands. We at Babylon Radio took a trip down to the venue last Friday evening to catch up with young Irish rockers ‘The Shades’, before the launch of their debut single ‘I give up’. […]
by Brian CunninghamA few weeks ago, I came across a conversation on the Facebook French Expat group. Yeah, the same group where French people ask stupid questions, but this time it was very interesting. One of the members was trying to compile a list of things that, as French people, we found odd, funny or just plain […]
by AdminAt least 128 people have been killed in multiple attacks in Paris, as well as explosions at the Stade de France. A gunman using an automatic weapon opened fire at the Cambodian restaurant in the capital. There has also been an explosion at a bar near Stade de France, where France were hosting Germany. President Francois Hollande […]
by Seamus Holland
A passport from a country with a good relationship with others is a powerful tool, allowing you to travel across borders easily. The ranking displays which passports give you the best mobility, depending on how many countries you can visit without a visa, or by getting one when you arrive. Developed countries with strong economies […]
by Seamus HollandAs over 100 human rights defenders gather at Dublin castle this week for the annual Front Line Defenders Dublin platform, we at Babylon Radio interviewed one of the attendees – prominent black rights activist, Charlene Carruthers. Charlene Carruthers has been a champion of black rights and justice for over 10 years, with experience in racial […]
by Brian CunninghamThe promotion of human rights requires individuals who are willing to advocate change, highlight mistreatment, and challenge governments. But what happens when it is these individuals whose rights become infringed? Established in the year 2001, Front Line Defenders is an Irish organisation which seeks to protect human rights workers around the world. By providing training […]
by Brian CunninghamDid you know that Christian tradition recommends not eating meat in All Hollows Eve (the original name for Halloween)? We’ve decided to make it easier for you with these 5 delicious veggie recipies. Enjoy! Halloween pizzas Who doesn’t enjoy a good pizza? What about your own ghost/pumpkin/mummy shaped Halloween pizza? Pumpkin curry Pumpkin, butternutt squash, […]
by AdminThe process of renewing an Irish Passport can be quite irritating, as the application form and photographs need to be signed by a Gardaí before being presented at a passport office. That process is now in review, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Charlie Flanagan. Flanagan explained that, due to increased workload on gardaí, the Passport Service […]
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