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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 an airing of RTÉ Liveline last month, a man called Connor phoned in about his unusual NCT test experience. His vehicle was refused by a tester on the basis of a smell of fish present inside. The caller was a self-employed restaurant owner from Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, who occasionally transports fish in the car.…
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The Dublin Beatles Festival will kicked off on the 7th of November for four days of Beatle mania. The Festival’s aim is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of single performance that The Beatles performed in Dublin on Thursday 7 November 1963 at the Adelphi Cinema, Middle Abbey Street. The event consists of 20 bands performing over 6 different…
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It’s 6am on a brisk Saturday morning in November, and George Fitzgerald is about to embark on his weekly journey down to Cork from his home in Kinsealy, north county Dublin. “When I’ve an assignment due it usually takes up to three or four hours in coursework a night. That’s all on top of the…
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FAI chief executive John Delaney has confirmed that Martin O’Neill will be the new Republic of Ireland manager, with Roy Keane as his number two in what the Irish support hope will signal “a new era for Irish football.” O’Neill is expected to appoint his own backroom staff with the combined package estimated to cost…
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4-4-2 Edwin Van Der Sar The big Dutch man was brilliant for Fulham and was even better for United. Van Der Sar holds the record for clean sheets at United, a monumental achievement considering Peter Schmeichel was there for nine seasons. VDS won five Premier Leagues, two League Cups, a Champion’s League and the Club…
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Last Sunday, the annual Knitting and Stitching show in the RDS came to an end. The Knit and Stitch as it is more commonly known is Ireland’s biggest crafting event and is a must-see for every knitter, sewing and craft enthusiast. I have been attending the event since the young age of six and since…
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