In radio in Ireland, the “accent ceiling” persists
On volunteer-run community radio, there’s room for people with all kinds of accents – but it’s rare to move beyond that.
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A New Bike-Share Scheme Rolls Into Town
GreenBikeClub plan to launch in October with all the mod cons, offering glow-in-the-dark green cycles that aren’t limited to docking stations.
Councillor Sets Sights on Vacant Upper Storeys
In the coming months, expect to hear more ideas from councillors on how to tap in to underused inner-city buildings in Dublin.
In Rathmines, a Fresh Take on Music Lessons
At the Music Institute in Rathmines, Dublin’s finest musicians are looking to pass on their skills and love of the notes.
Skip the Chicken Fillet Roll, There’s a Better Sandwich
Skip the chicken fillet roll, there’s something far more interesting to be had at the Ugly Ducklings in George’s Street Arcade and the Epicurean Food Hall, writes Sarah Maria Griffin.
Frank: For Pedestrians’ Sake, Tear Down Those Guardrails
Transfixed like a rabbit in headlamps by the fear of being sued for damages, engineers are still applying old thinking – as exemplified by new guardrails near St Stephen’s Green, writes Frank McDonald.
Silly Daddy: Is It Okay to Bully the Great White Pig?
Peppa Pig is a child-charmer of international fame. She preaches sharing, recycling, jumping in muddy puddles and a significant dose of man-bashing to boot.
Should Some Councillors Step Away From the Local Property Tax Debate?
Later this month, Dublin city councillors will vote to set the level of the Local Property Tax for Dubliners, including, in some cases, themselves. They could reduce it by up to 15 percent.
Are Those Figures About Demand for Secular Schools Right?
Lots of figures have been flying around in relation to the debate over school patronage. Should you believe them?
Do Social Democrats Have a Shot in Dublin?
With one socialist TD and four prominent Labour TDs not running for re-election in Dublin constituencies, the Social Democrats might find some space.
Freedom’s Child by Jax Miller, Reviewed
One weekend after author Jax Miller finished writing it, Harper Collins reportedly paid a six-figure sum for Freedom’s Child. Did the publisher get its money’s worth?
Brushing Up: A Portrait of Annie Horniman
The Abbey Theatre has quite an art collection, but archivist Mairead Delaney likes to highlight one in particular: the portrait of Annie Horniman.
It Turns Out Speed Friending Is Kind of Normal
Like befriending programmes and support groups, speed friending is a way to combat loneliness in the city.