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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 Johnathon Pearl Meath Ladies GAA footballer Emma Duggan was nominated for the 2022 TG4 Player’ Player of the Year award, following a stellar season. Despite her success at both club and county level, Duggan was pipped to the award by Donegal’s Niamh McLoughlin. Duggan – who is clubmates with previous POTY winner, and current…
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The World Cup is up and running in Qatar, but controversy continues to surround the tournament. ‘The Guardian’ reported that several English and Welsh fans are allegedly being paid to promote the event with a generous offer. These fans are said to have been given free tickets to the opening ceremony as well as fully…
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By Rory Merriman Nicknamed “De breeze”, Aaron hill is a 20-year-old professional snooker player from county Cork. Born on February 28th 2002, he entered the world with a fierce thirst for the game of snooker, proving his abilities from a very young age. Aaron Hill in action “I was in every sport you could think…
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One year ago, the government announced the end to most of the COVID restrictions which governed everyday life. Thecity.ie explores what’s changed and what has stayed the same since then for a Swords based karate club. Washido Karate, a club with roots in Chinese Boxing and Wado Ryu Karate, were one of many clubs around…
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FIFA, along with the International Football Players Association (FIFRO), launched a service that filters out hate expressions online and social media for players during the 2022 Qatar World Cup. International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) uploaded a media release on 16 November: “To tackle discrimination and to protect the mental health and well-being of players,…
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By Johnathon Pearl There was a frenzy of social media activity as Gareth Southgate announced England’s World Cup squad for the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Southgate largely stayed loyal to the squad that reached the Euro 2020 final, with only 7 new members included in this squad compared to the Euro’s squad. While there was…
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