Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
In comparison to the 20th century, intrastate (country vs country) conflicts have appeared to calm. Furthermore, the number of overall battle-related deaths has been falling since 2014, another encouraging statistic. However, this by no means insinuates the world is now a harmonious, peaceful place. Whilst international conflicts are low, internal conflicts (civil wars, uprisings, coups, […]
Since the most recent COP 26 conference in Glasgow, climate change has been in the spotlight again. It would appear that we truly are entering a ‘now or never’ phase when it comes to combating the growing problem. Similarly, irregular and regular migration is another growing global concern, particularly forced migration. The two subjects, forced […]
Irish pubs can be found in the four corners of the world. There is something comforting about finding an Irish pub whilst abroad. However, none of them come close to the real thing. Authentic traditional Irish pubs are a part of our culture, and they are an experience to remember (if you can remember after […]
Christmas time is quickly approaching. Accompanying it are the usual festivities including copious amounts of hefty meals, nights out, and general laziness. This time of year seems to leave us reeling once it is over. So much so that we turn to resolutions when approaching the new year. On a psychological level, resolutions give us […]
The Emerald Isle has so much to offer, not just to residents of its beautiful towns, cities, villages and hamlets, or to the average tourist – but particularly, to those intending to pack up their lives and relocate to Ireland. There are a whole host of opportunities for an expat looking to settle down in […]
Gift-giving. Trying, testing and oh so stressful. Any occasion, whether it be birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s or Christmas leaves me longing to have telepathic abilities! Will the person like it? Will my budget allow it? Will they use it – or will it end up being just another dust-collector? Especially at this time of year, […]
Since the 7th of December, the Irish government, acting on the advice of NPHET, has reintroduced several restrictions on the country’s bar and hospitality industry in response to a COVID surge. Nightclubs that had only been reopened as recently as the 22nd of October have been ordered to shut their doors again, and bars and […]
The period from 2012-2023 was branded the Decade of Centenaries by the Irish government. There have been a number of commemorations carried out over the past nine years. 1912 to 1923 was a period of revolutionary change for Ireland. 2021 itself witnessed a number of significant centenaries for the emerald isle. These included: The end […]
Europe’s borders seem to be constantly in the headlines. Unfortunately, these headlines bring with them harrowing stories of human survival. The latest story that has been developing at Europe’s frontier is situated on the border of Poland (the EU) and Belarus. The Current situation Let me briefly summarise the current debacle. 2020 saw the Belarus […]
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