Top Hot Chocolate Hotspots You Should Visit for Christmas

By Ruth Cawley With December finally upon us, the air is crisper and there’s no better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than with a steaming cup of rich, velvety hot chocolate. Whether you favour the classic blend or prefer to sample adventurous flavou...

The Story of the Christmas Carol 

By Ellen Madden  A Christmas Carol was written by Charles Dickens. It was formerly known as A Christmas Carol. In Prose. Being a Ghost Story of Christmas. The novella was published on the 19th of December 1843 by Chapman & Hall in England. During this ...

Browsing the Best Christmas Markets in 2024

By Ruth Cawley With the festive season nearly upon us, Christmas markets are setting up shop all over the world. The best Christmas memories originate mostly from atmosphere and festivities than exchanging gifts or stressing about meeting all your deadline...

Is ‘Working from Home’ Bridging the Gender Pay Gap?

By Sarah Donoghue Across Europe, the gender pay gap is falling. In recent years, both the EU and Ireland have introduced laws to combat pay discrimination and introduce mandatory reporting of pay inequalities. Despite the efforts of the governments, it see...

The Ultimate Solo Travel Starter Kit

By Chloe Balisacan Solo travel can be one of the most transformative and cathartic experiences a person can embark upon, but it can equally be daunting and intimidating to plan. Below is everything I wish I knew before I started to solo travel. Safety t...

Exam Study Methods

By Laura Molloy Exam season is here which means you probaly should pick up a book every now and then. Shocking, I know! If you're looking for some study methods to try get you started then here are some suggestions. 1: The Blurt Method This invo...

The Irish Exemption

By Kenneth Henry When the Leaving Cert results were released in August, it emerged that almost a quarter of students who sat the exams were granted an Irish exemption. The record number of students with an exemption has drawn significant criticism from man...

Books to Read During Winter

By Vittoria Vignolo As the temperature drops, the thought of staying in a warm and cosy space feels more appealing than ever. The idea of enjoying a soothing drink, some good music, and a good book sounds like the perfect way to relax. But what are the ...