The number of Irish people receiving some kind of government benefit has risen to 714,000, according to the latest data released by the Department of Employment and Social Protection. Of …
How people celebrate Easter in Ireland
Easter is one of the most important holidays on the Irish calendar. In addition to marking the arrival of spring and milder temperatures in the country, Easter has an important …
Mock herring funeral: the strange Irish Easter tradition
As we have already shown here at oi.ie, Easter in Ireland is full of traditions, many of them centuries old. But one of them draws attention: the herring funeral. During …
Changes in public transportation timetables: stay alert!
Following the restriction measures announced by the government last week, public transport in Ireland will operate at around 80% of capacity as of Monday, March 30. These are the main …
Meet Cobh, one of the most beautiful towns in Europe
Cobh, a small town in County Cork, has been selected as one of the most beautiful in Europe by the famous Condé Nast magazine. The city, which was formerly known …
Which stores and services are working during the Covid-19 crisis?
The government updated its list of essential services and facilities during the Covid-19 crisis. Some types of establishment are considered essential and must continue to function, while others can only …
Dublin language school offers free online english courses
Why not take advantage of the quarantine to learn or improve your English? Dublin language school SEDA College is offering free English classes through its online platform. Since March 18, …
New measures to contain spread of Covid-19 announced by Irish government
The Irish government has announced new measures to stem the spread of coronavirus in the country. Prime Minister Leo Varadkar reinforced the call for people to stay at home and …
Covid-19: Brazilian Embassy offers guidance for brazilians in Ireland
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil created a form for Brazilians who are abroad and need help during the Covid-19 pandemic. The applicant must inform his personal data and …
Research shows that Guinness is good for your health
The old Guinness brand slogan – “Guinness is good for you” (“Guinness is good for you”) – is apparently true, according to some recent discoveries. A study by the University …
Doolin: A hidden gem in western Ireland
Doolin is on the itinerary for the many excursions from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher, but this town in County Clare has much more to offer than just a …
Rental properties rise 64% in Dublin due to coronavirus
Dublin has been experiencing a housing crisis for a long time, with very high rental and housing prices. However, the crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic caused an increase in …