Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
Last week, news broke of a significant data breach at Munster Technological University, Cork. The hack resulted in the university shutting their doors until Friday, 10th of February, and greatly impacted the students, staff and alumni of MTU. On the evening of February 6th, an email was sent to all Munster Technological University students stating […]
Pets cannot fully look after themselves. People take responsibility for the little species of society, and they pay them back in love and devotion. People should be more considerate of these gentle members of society. Not all countries have animal welfare laws and specialised services to control the population, quality of life and health of […]
According to Global Human Rights statistics, homosexuality is still officially criminalised in 60 countries. 83 percent of LGBT people are forced to hide their orientation. In 2020, there were 350 murders of transgender people around the world just because their sexual orientation does not coincide with traditional views. In some countries LGBT people are still […]
Every nationality has its own family traditions and customs. There are also many nationalities with different family arrangements. In some countries the leading role is taken by a man, in others by a woman, and in some countries equality prevails. Family roles are often influenced by religion, culture and history. Today we are going to […]
How alcohol affects your mental health Alcohol and mental health are closely linked. Drinking too much can affect your well-being. Some people may drink to try to relieve the symptoms of mental ill-health. In order to understand why alcohol can have a negative impact on your mental health, it helps to know what happens to […]
Ireland is not just a country of beautiful nature and friendly people. It is a land with an incredibly deep history, interesting mythology and traditions. For those planning to connect with the Emerald Isle, or who are already here, it’s worth taking a deep dive into the local culture. One of the best ways to […]
Live a new experience, work helping other people and improve your English without worrying about paying for your accommodation and meals, volunteering in Ireland could be a good option. In recent years we heard that more and more people are volunteering abroad in different countries. The programs can range from short term, for a few […]
A huge number of people from all over the world migrate to Ireland every year. This is not surprising, as the magnificent nature, clean air and kindness of the locals attract migrants to this beautiful country. It is not uncommon for people to decide to relocate as a family, often with children. Ireland is a […]
Aisha’s alone, sad and thinking, when suddenly she snaps and begins to destroy the trailer that she and another refugee are staying in. When she’s finished, a window’s broken, curtains have been ripped down, and the place is a mess. Aisha’s typical pensive disposition is gone as it’s been overtaken by the frustration and anguish […]
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