NEW research has found playing the piano or travelling the globe can help reduce the risk of developing dementia. The study, led by academics at Trinity College Dublin (TCD), has found that engaging in physically, socially, and intellectually stimulating activities in middle age is one of the most powerful ways to boost your cognitive condition. And that even applies for those … [Read more...] about Playing piano or taking a trip can help reduce risk of dementia Irish-led study finds
Pedestrian dies after being struck by bus at Dublin Airport
A MAN has died after being struck by a shuttle bus at Dublin Airport. The incident happened at Corballis Road just after midnight this morning (April 23), Gardaí confirmed as they appealed for witnesses to come forward. “Shortly after 00:10am, Gardaí and emergency services responded to report of a road traffic collision involving a pedestrian and a bus,” they said in a … [Read more...] about Pedestrian dies after being struck by bus at Dublin Airport
Dublin museum which tells ‘riches to rags’ tale of the city wins EU award
A MUSEUM in Dublin which offers a unique historical insight on the shifting fortunes of the capital has received a prestigious EU heritage award. 14 Henrietta St has won the European Heritage Award/Europa Nostra Award. The site, which is owned by Dublin City Council, is a social history museum located within a grand 18th century Georgian townhouse. It tells the story of the … [Read more...] about Dublin museum which tells ‘riches to rags’ tale of the city wins EU award
Charity providing knitted breast prosthetics for post-surgery women hailed for ‘wonderful’ work
A CHARITY which provides knitted prosthetic breasts for women who have undergone a mastectomy has been hailed a “wonderful example” of a voluntary sector organisation. Knitted Knockers of Northern Ireland was founded in 2016 by Joanne Harris. The charity provides hand-knitted breast prosthetics for free to women across Northern Ireland who have been diagnosed with breast … [Read more...] about Charity providing knitted breast prosthetics for post-surgery women hailed for ‘wonderful’ work
Kneecap among more than 1,100 artists calling for Eurovision boycott over Israel’s inclusion
KNEECAP are among a group of more than 1,100 artists calling for a boycott of Eurovision over Israel's inclusion in the contest. The Belfast rap trio are joined by the likes of Massive Attack, Peter Gabriel and Macklemore as signatories of an open letter from the campaign group No Music for Genocide. As well as Kneecap, The Mary Wallopers and Eurovision winner Charlie … [Read more...] about Kneecap among more than 1,100 artists calling for Eurovision boycott over Israel’s inclusion