Category Archives: General Articles

Sophie Lancaster Foundation

In August 2007, Sophie Lancaster was kicked to death, simply for dressing differently. Two years on, and in tribute to the outgoing, bubbly girl who was denied the chance to live life her way, cult new British make-up brand Illamasqua … Continue reading

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New apple iPhone app threatens internet security.

                          A new apple iPhone application released just last week sets out to compromise security on eircom networks nationwide. Providing a secure network unlike some other network operators … Continue reading

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Find Madeline – new appeal

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Street Performance World Championships

Experiences are educational for deaf children, but verbal exchanges need to be relayed or accessible, especially at public events like SPWC. We are grateful to Miriam Walsh for attending this year’s AIB SPWC event and writing a report for IDK. … Continue reading

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Trading, crafting and the journey of the travelling box.

Now with the Big R looming, job losses and budget cuts it is interesting to reflect on how the philosophy of shopping has changed. Few are now proud to march along with their bags from high street stores with more … Continue reading

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My 24 thousand steps free day

How many times have you turned down a day in the city because you have no money?  A fun day out doesn’t always have to revolve around money. On 18 March I decided to spend a “free day” in the city. … Continue reading

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Recycling can lead to creativity.

Continuing on the philosophy of shopping it is interesting to learn what people do with items received from Jumble town/ Free cycle and swap shops. I recently talked to Emma who owns an etsy store called The Gift Shed. Just … Continue reading

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Young Irish leaving to escape the recession

More and more Irish are escaping recession to explore new lands. Imagine leaving your usual nine to five office job in rainy Ireland for a job teaching kids in the African sunshine or trekking up Mount Everest with wildlife enthusiasts. This … Continue reading

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Naomi Interview

Moving to Thailand was a difficult decision for Naomi to make.Now taking a gap year before college Naomi has returned home to Ireland for a while before she decides what to study in college. Here she talks about the challenges … Continue reading

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Regan Interview

When asked about poverty and children who are living in poor conditions where would you think of? Would you think of Africa, Asia, South America? What would you say if I told you the answer could well be Egypt? A … Continue reading

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