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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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On the 19th of November 2025, a protest took place outside the Dáil calling for the Occupied Territories Bill to be implemented. The Bill is a proposed law which would ban trade with countries who are illegally occupying territory, most notably Israel’s current occupation of Palestine. This would lead to Ireland no longer engaging in the trading of goods with the Occupied Palestinian…
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Photo Credit: Bing Search By Kelsey Doogan The news that former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey has been sentenced to five and a half years in prison for faking a cancer diagnosis broke on Monday November 3 and has left many people in shock and wondering what it may mean for future fundraising appeals from genuine patients who desperately need people’s help. Carey was once…
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A restaurant known worldwide is opening in Dublin this month. Gloria Osteria already has restaurants in Barcelona and Milan. The chain is owned by the Big Mamma Group. The restaurant had been rumoured to open in Dublin since the start of this year, and the news was confirmed on July 6 when they made an…
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By James Black A new exhibition celebrating the work of Picasso has opened at the National Gallery of Ireland. The exhibition spans several periods of Picasso ‘s life, showcasing the evolution of his style and vision. The thoughtfully designed exhibition consists of four interconnected rooms arranged in an open plan that allows visitors to move…
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Dalymount Park football stadium in Phibsborough, home to Bohemian Football Club, faces problems with its redevelopment again. The cost of redeveloping the Dublin pitch has more than trebled since Dublin City Council (DCC) bought the stadium a decade ago, reaching as much as €63 million. On top of that, the construction of the stadium is expected to be delayed by as much as two years. In 2015, the council purchased the sports ground…
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The undeniable growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) over the last few years has led to a massive increase in AI data centres all over the world, including Ireland. These are buildings that host a large number of infrastructures in order to keep internet servers running smoothly. As of October 2025, there are approximately 82 data centres in Ireland, with an additional 40 having…
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