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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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The first water charges will gush in early next January, so its a good idea to consider how much responsibility lies with the landlord and how much trickles down to you? If you are a student living in rented accommodation, here are a few quick talking points you should run by your housemates when it comes…
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A small group of protesters stood outside the Dáil on the afternoon of Friday October 10th for World Mental Health Day to rally for a better mental health system in Ireland. Among the group were the co-founders of Action for Suicide Prevention Dublin, Luke S. Clerkin (23) and Jamie Harrington (16). The aim of the…
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Video: Jennifer McDonald, Conor McMahon and Orla Stafford Boxing and beauty are not two words we usually link together, but European champion and female boxer Clare Grace sheds a new light on the contrast between femininity and the physical demands of the sport on the female body. Clare Grace is 20 year old student and…
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The Mart Gallery in Rathmines is currently hosting an exhibition by German based film-makers Nina Fischer and Maroan el Sani. The show features two short visual pieces, both set a million miles from Dublin in Japan, but in the words of the organisers, “The works that have grown from specific sites, events and communities can also…
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Workers rights are something that have been challenged over and over again. Throughout the last few decades it’s been inspiring to see people stand up everywhere and fight for their rights. There are a lot of different groups that can say they were treated unfairly for a particular reason. Women have usually always been at…
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One4All, the multi outlet gift card company, has launched its annual Design a Card Competition for the third year in a row. The competition is open to all budding artists and designers, in which they are required to design a cover for the new One4All card along with an accompanying carrier. The theme chosen for this year’s…
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