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As Refillz shops emerge, cost and plastic reduction remain uncertain
By Iqra Siddiqui Plastic is embedded in everyday life, shaping how people shop, consume, and dispose. But refill shops are emerging as an alternative, offering a way to cut down on single-use packaging. But higher costs and convenience barriers continue to influence consumer behaviour. Experts suggest it could help reduce plastic waste. However, the question…
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By Katie Shadow The Dublin city centre traffic almost stole the show on the opening night production of ‘MAMMA MIA!’ in the 3Arena on Wednesday, September 25. Since the musical’s last performance in the Bord Gáis Theatre in Dublin, in 2019, its return has been welcomed with open arms – with all seven performances from September…
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By Sean Norman The latest statistics show that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 1.7% between August 2023 and August 2024, down from July’s increase of 2.2% from last year. Commenting on the report Anthony Dawson a Statistician in the prices division said, “Today’s publication of the CPI shows that prices for consumer goods…
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By Liam Murphy Dublin Councillor Nial Ring has welcomed An Bord Pleanála’s decision to approve Hammerson’s controversial redevelopment plan, calling Moore Street’s current state a disgrace. This comes days after An Bord Pleanála’s approval of a highly debated plan that will see a €500 million redevelopment undertaken between Moore Street and O’Connell Street. The UK…
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By Jessica Lee In the digital age, politicians and the public have never been more accessible to one another. While social media can make it easier for politicians to reach potential voters, platforms such as ‘X’ and ‘Facebook’ have become breeding grounds for trolling and online harassment. A report by UCD found that 73% of…
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By Jason Quigley The plight of homelessness has been brought glaringly home to the people of Nenagh with a destitute man living in a tent on the town’s main street for two years. The man’s tent located on Pearse Street Nenagh. Photo: Jason Quigley The man, in his early 50’s, who agreed to speak under…
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By Gary Petrov Stand-up comedian Vittorio Angelone is kicking off the Irish leg of his extended sell-out tour with a gig in Dublin’s Vicar Street on November 3. Vittorio Angelone during one of his stand-up shows. Photo: @vittorioangelone and @nicomedyofficial The sell-out ‘Who Do You Think You Are? I am!’ tour saw the Irish-Italian comedian…
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