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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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Only a small number of Claire’s accessories stores will remain open in Ireland following a recent filing for bankruptcy. Claire’s accessories, an international high-street chain known for its earrings, hairbands, and the ultimate accessories store for young girls, is closing its doors. The retail giant will have a reduced presence in local shopping districts, but…
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Alison Gussago Photo: Unsplash A record number of 60,946 students have been given exemptions from studying Irish in secondary school as of September 2025, . according to TG4’s current affairs programme ‘As Láthair’, There is speculation that the main reason for this unprecedently high figure comes as a result of an influx of young people…
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By Niamh Dobbs The number of hospital admissions for eating disorders amongst under-18s in Ireland has increased by 121%, from 170 in 2018 to 375 in 2022, according to The Health Research Board (HRB). What is an eating disorder? The HSE defines it as ‘a mental health condition where you have an unhealthy attitude…
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Freedom Flotilla activist Dr Veronica O’Keane told The City she felt “utterly abandoned” by the Irish Government in their response to their capture in international waters. The group experienced “absolute brutality,” while in custody, according to Keane, “No opportunity was too small to be used as a weapon of humiliation,” she said. O’Keane and Fionn MacAurthur were two of the 22 Irish citizens on the Freedom Flotilla mission delivering…
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An Coimisiún Pleanála (APC) has given the Dublin Airport Authority the green light to build a new runway viewing platform on the Old Airport Road. The plans for a dedicated viewing area will finally meet the demands of plane spotters across Ireland, who have been calling for such a facility for years. The current viewing…
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Jennie’s Law is set to be introduced after Cabinet approved Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan’s memorandum on Oct. 21. Jennie’s Law has been named in honour of domestic abuse victim, Jennifer Poole, who was tragically murdered by her ex-partner, Gavin Murphy, in April 2021. Jennifer was just 24 years old when she was stabbed to death…
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