Category: Culture + Entertainment
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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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Mass cutbacks threaten future of rural communities
It’s a Saturday evening. Sitting at the kitchen table, my laptop is open and aside from the regular distractions that most 22-year-olds give into, such as WhatsApp notifications, or opening the Facebook tab to name a few. At ten-past-seven every week, there is…
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Flanagan’s Field Community Garden
Community gardens are all about sharing and giving back to the community. They can have very positive social, economic and environmental impacts in communities. People in the community can come together to grow their own food and either share or learn gardening experiences.
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Waiting and dating: Why the average age for Irish newlyweds continues to rise
Ireland has changed a lot in the last 30 years. There is no doubt the country is a much different place than it was back then. We have become more diverse and multicultural, we are more aware of the issues facing the environment…
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Living with OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder in which people have recurring unwanted thoughts, ideas or sensations (obsessions) that make them feel driven to do something repetitively (compulsions).
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Meet the Róg Poets
The Róg Poets are an up and coming hip-hop group hailing from South Dublin. Their unique sounds and smooth rhymes reflect the versatility of the growing Irish hip-hop scene. The group is comprised of Mory, Johnny Welfare, Baz Greko and Smokey, who all…
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Seasonal Affective Disorder – What is it?
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression closely related with the darker months of the year. Sometimes referred to as the winter blues, SAD is a condition that affects up to one in 15 people in Ireland every year.
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