Tag: Ireland
6 things you didn’t know about St. Patrick’s Day
Each year on March 17, millions of people deck themselves up in green attire, attend big parades and drink lots of beer, all in the name of an old Irish Saint. But what’s the history [more…]
Patriotism? Not for me
St Patrick’s Day: Why are we expected to love our own countries more than other countries? Sofia Capel St Patrick’s Day is here, bringing together two of my pet peeves: Patriotism and alcohol. The latter [more…]
Abortion: To cut or to keep?
With the UK Government talking about lowering the abortion cut-off time, Zoe Birdsall talks to students about the reality of such a life-changing decision. Zoe Birsdall A woman in Ireland died recently after being refused an abortion in [more…]
