THE energy shock caused by the ongoing war in Iran can only be addressed by ending the conflict, Taoiseach Micheál Martin said this morning. The Taoiseach is in Athens today for a meeting with the Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, ahead of Ireland’s Presidency of the EU Council, which begins in July. Following this meeting, Mr Martin will travel to Cyprus for an … [Read more...] about Ending Iran conflict is only way to stop ‘energy shock’ Taoiseach claims
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Playing piano or taking a trip can help reduce risk of dementia Irish-led study finds
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