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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 Alla Pavlutska Homelessness is an issue that has been plaguing many countries around the world, and Ireland is no exception. Despite efforts by various organisations, the number of people experiencing homelessness in the country has continued to rise. In March 2023, a new report was released that shed light on the current state of…
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by Ultán Corcoran McCullough-Pigott, a beloved favourite of Irish musicians closed its doors in late February. The news came about on behalf of the owner, Hal Leonard, who since decided to move away from the sheet music business towards e-commerce. Nonetheless, an online petition to save the shop appeared which garnered over 3,200 signatures in…
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By Rafaella Spanou It has not been easy for American banks the last couple of weeks. What started out as a shock with the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank on March 10, quickly turned into a landslide that took other banks with it. Signature Bank and Credit Suisse soon followed, while First Republic Bank of…
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by Mariam Maroof With technology advancing at a rapid pace, it comes as no surprise that these advancements could take a turn for the good, as well as for the worst. Artificial intelligence is one such tech product that has been the talk of the town for a number of years. As the name suggests,…
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by Shushu Xie Photo: thecity.ie Beyond Meat has seen its share price rise, following its launch of a plant-based burger with its partner McDonalds. Double McPlant, a double-patty upgrade from McPlant, has been rolled out in McDonalds outlets in Ireland and the UK. Beyond Meat had more than 60pc of its value wiped off last…
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