Holly Carpenter, and Partner Jamie Hunt, to take a plunge for Cancer this Paddy’s Day

17th for a casual “Paddy’s Day Dip” at 6am ahead of the 6.30 sunrise, in the hopes of raising funds for the Marie Keating Foundation’s crucial cancer awareness and support initiatives. The couple are asking people to take a dip in a location near them or join them virtually. Holly Carpenter, renowned for her achievements as a…

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MII Cork presents the ‘Back to 80’s’ Ball with all raffle proceeds going to Cork Cancer Care Centre

The Marketing Institute Ireland (MII), Cork branch is revving up the DeLorian as they prepare to escort Cork’s business and marketing community back to the era of electronic music, yuppies, and big hair, with this year’s ‘Back to the 80’s’ Ball! Blasting off at 6pm on Saturday March 9th at Vienna Woods Hotel, Cork, attendees are encouraged…

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New partnership offers enhanced viewing experience for Cork City FC

Cork City FC has teamed up with The Corner Flag bar in Turners Cross in a new venture for the club as it looks to enhance the match day experience for fans.   People can now book the popular outdoor area, which overlooks the soccer pitch, through the Cork City FC website.  The ticket holder…

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Artists highlight how ADHD has influenced their work

ADHD Ireland is hosting an event in Cork dedicated to exploring and showcasing the unique creativity that is often associated with ADHD. ‘ADHD and the Arts’ takes place on Thursday, April 4th at the Triskel Arts Centre.   ADHD, which stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental difference affecting approximately 5% of the population.…

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Dr. Doireann O’Leary marks endometriosis awareness month with answers to the most commonly asked questions

March 1st marks the start of Endometriosis Awareness Month, shining a light on a condition that, according to the Endometriosis Association of Ireland, is estimated to affect approximately 10% (190 million) of all girls, women, and individuals assigned female at birth worldwide. Cork-based GP, Dr. Doireann O’Leary, MB BCh BAO MICGP, has offered valuable insights…

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The Hope Foundation Celebrates International Women’s Day with Inspiring Breakfast Event Highlighting “Women in Digital”

Muriel Foley GuestSpeaker   Eimear Hallahan – Guest Speaker   As International Women’s Day approaches, The Hope Foundation (HOPE) is delighted to announce its upcoming breakfast event, dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women in the digital space. Set to take place on March 8, 2024, at The River Lee Hotel from 7am to 9am,…

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People with Psoriasis Urged to Take Part in New Research Study to Better Understand Links with Arthritis

A team of researchers at University College Dublin (UCD) is urging people with psoriasis across Ireland to sign up for a new study examining their risk of developing psoriasis-related arthritis or psoriatic arthritis. Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects at least 73,000 people across Ireland, causing flaky, scaly and itchy pink/red patches on the…

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MTU Lecturer selected as member of Global Young Academy Kapal Dev is one of only 40 scientists chosen this year

Kapal Dev, PhD student and Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Computer Science in MTU Cork, has been selected as a member of the Global Young Academy. The Global Young Academy is an international society of young scientists, aiming to give a voice to young scientists across the globe. Mr. Dev is one of 40…

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