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Sophie Collins

Sophie Collins

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Blood donation
Health

Hospitals in ‘desperate’ need of blood donations with just days left in supply

“We desperately need young people to help us ensure we have enough blood to keep the hospitals going” With blood supplies running critically low, people across Ireland are being urged to step up and donate.  Hospitals are experiencing unprecedented demand, and the situation is becoming increasingly urgent, according to officials. Last year, hospitals requested more […]

Burnout
Life

Common signs of burnout in work and how to cope with it

Burnout has become a widespread issue, impacting people across various professions and aspects of life Recent statistics reveal that a staggering 76% of employees experience burnout at work, showing the urgent need to address the problem.  The effects of burnout extend beyond the workplace, negatively affecting mental and physical health, relationships, and overall quality of […]

Divorce
News

Should the process of divorce be shortened in Ireland?

Should divorce in Ireland be made simpler? Divorce has always been a controversial topic in Ireland and while couples have been allowed to divorce since 1995, they initially had to live apart for four years before applying.  This rule was put in place to reassure people that divorce wouldn’t be taken lightly after a razor-thin […]

Anti-pollution skincare
Beauty

‘Anti-pollution skincare is becoming a modern essential’

Let’s talk about why anti-pollution skincare is becoming a modern essential.  These days, with increasing pollution and environmental stressors, our skin faces issues like dullness, dehydration, and premature ageing.  If you’ve ever noticed your skin looking tired or uneven after a day commuting to and from work, pollution could be the culprit.  Research shows that […]

Violence against women
News

‘By every available metric, male violence against women is not decreasing’

Violence against women continues to be an issue across Europe, with no evidence of decline, according to Women’s Aid.  Recent data from a Eurostat Fundamental Rights Agency report highlights the scale of the problem; revealing that approximately 50 million women in the EU – 31% of the population – have endured physical or sexual violence. […]

Primark Home, Penneys
News

Penneys opening first-ever standalone homeware store in Belfast

Penneys is gearing up for an exciting launch this March with the opening of its first-ever standalone Primark Home store in Belfast.  Located in the iconic Fountain House building on Donegal Place, this new venture is a big step for the brand as it expands its homeware and lifestyle offerings.  Spanning about 8,700 square feet […]

Ryanair
News

Is Ryanair bringing in a two-drink limit for passengers?

Ryanair is continuing to call for a number of changes on board their aircraft citing issues some passenger’s behaviour. The budget airline is now asking for a two-drink limit to be brought in at airport bars in order to provide “a safer travel experience for passengers and crews”. This comes after Ryanair said it was […]