The excitement is building all across the country as the countdown begins for the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF) 2026, running from 13/07 to 26/07. Festival-goers from Dublin bubble to rural Ireland have already locked in their bookings for the big fortnight out west for headline gigs at the Heineken®  Big Top and accommodation along the Wild Atlantic Way. The cultural buzz in the ci... read more>

  The June Bank Holiday weekend is kicking off soon, and the entire country is looking for a bit of proper craic. If you have not locked down any solid plans yet, there is absolutely no need to panic or spend hours doomscrolling for inspiration. The weather is finally showing a bit of promise, and brilliant events are happening all over the island. You don’t have to settle for a quiet we... read more>

  Get Ready to Move: The Dublin Dance Festival is Almost Here With the grand stretch in the evenings finally here, a brilliant buzz comes across the capital. The Dublin Dance Festival is returning from 30/04/2026 until 16/05/2026, bringing some serious energy to our streets and stages. It's a fantastic way to shake off the winter cobwebs and see something a bit different. If you are t... read more>

Drought Declared in Eight Counties Amid Irish Heatwave — What It Means for Households As temperatures soar across the country, Uisce Éireann has declared a drought in twelve counties, with more regions under pressure.1 After three unusually dry seasons, areas like Westmeath, Donegal, and Meath are now facing serious water shortages and the forecast suggests more hot, dry days ahead.1 ... read more>

If your finances are under pressure, follow our tips below for ways to so save on back-to-school costs: Uniforms can be one of the biggest back to school expenses, and during the year many of these items get lost or misplaced, sewing the names into the labels will save you money in the long run! There are savings to be gained from information – can you buy school crests separately and s... read more>