Category: Arts and Culture
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‘We have nothing to hide. Nothing…We share this country with the Irish – we are part of it’
Controversial cleric Ali Selim sits down with TheCity.ie’s Ruadhan Jones at the Islamic Cultural Centre to reflect on how multicultural Ireland has become. “In the 1990s there were 20 mosques in Ireland, maybe a few thousand Muslims. Now there are 22 mosques in…
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Fibromyalgia – A misunderstood condition
The soft purring of Sarah’s cat sounds strangely melodic paired with the tick-tock of the glossy red clock on the wall. “You’ll get through it, not a bother to you” Sarah reassures me I’ll be just fine as I battle through my final…
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Top three city breaks on a student budget for 2020
If you are planning to travel in 2020, you don’t need to be rich to do it. There are plenty of places that you can travel to on a budget, particularly if you’re a struggling student. But, finding the right places to go…
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Review: Tá an Grian ag taitneamh
After a hectic year touring their debut album Dogrel, which was named BBC 6 Music’s album of the year, the boys of Fontaines D.C. arrived home to give the people of Dublin what they wanted, which consisted of listening to unfiltered, home-grown talent…
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Twelve Pubs – Proceed with Caution
One night, 12 pubs, 12 drinks and 12 rules. Participated in by the masses every Christmas, either in their own locality or in Dublin City, 12 pubs has become somewhat of a necessity in the run up towards Christmas, and it is often…
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Dogs dumped for Christmas: animal rescue lists grow as owners surrender their pets
In the run-up to Christmas, animal rescues’ phones are ringing off the hook. The calls answered are not from people inquiring about adopting, but from those who want to surrender their dog. If a puppy is on your own Christmas list, or you’ve…
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Trials and tribulations of the Irish DJ
A disc jockey, or a DJ, is a person who plays recorded music for a live audience, on the radio, in a nightclub or at a festival. Either working for an entertainment company or freelancing, DJs in nightclubs and bars often have to…
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‘It is mentally and physically draining’ – The life of a student commuter
The rising rents in Dublin are forcing students to endure long commutes in order to attend their desired university. Students are enduring daily round-trips to Dublin in particular. Although this lifestyle certainly has its benefits as it’s cheaper and less stressful than having…
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When to wed – The best time of year to walk down the isle
Ahh Christmas time, one of the most romantic times of the year, handheld walks under the twinkly lights on a frosty evening, cosy movie dates curled up in front of the fire with that special someone maybe some Ice- skating. Even every day…
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Temple Bar’s hidden treasures
Dublin has a lot to offer, however, many people do not know that Temple Bar is home to some of the coolest high-end vintage and second-hand shops around.
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