Madness, Obsession… and Water

Mon, Jul 24, 2017

As you read this we could be in the middle of a drought or heatwave, or we could have just had two month’s worth of rain in approximately four minutes – this complete unpredictability of climate is one of the things that make this Emerald Isle so attractive to folks who have two seasons back home – summer’n ‘winter, wet or dry, hot or cold. It’s also one of the things that drives the natives nuts. I think it’s one of the reasons the Irish are famous for being so friendly – conversation is never, ever a problem, whether we know you or not. “Desperate isn’t it! For July, like! It’s ridiculous!” “Isn’t it beauuutiful out thank God! Sure we’re long overdue a bit of sunshine…” Maybe this slight edge of madness and obsession makes us more interesting to tourists, or is that wishful thinking?

Café Temple, making coffee and making a positive impact on society

Fri, Jul 21, 2017

Café Temple on Augustine St is not your average café. In some places where you sit down to relax and have a cup of coffee, you will feel like you are being rushed, just another customer on the conveyor belt, ready to be replaced by the next one. This is not the case at Café Temple.

Top tips on how to look and feel your best at this years Galway races.

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

When choosing an outfit for Ladies Day at the races, there are a few things I take into consideration.

Treat yourself to a Sunday lunch with a difference at the Maldron Oranmore!

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

At Maldron Hotel Oranmore Galway, there is a strong emphasis on great food with even better service. With this in mind, what better place to treat your family to a Sunday lunch outing than the Grain & Grill? Sundays should be for relaxing so let us take care of the food while you can unwind and spend some quality time with your family.

Find your ideal teaching position with Engage Education

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Engage Education is an award winning teacher recruitment agency that specialises in matching quality teachers and support staff with schools throughout the United Kingdom. As a current holder of the EducationInvestor Recruitment Service of the Year award, Engage Education focuses on getting to know its teachers in order to find the right school for every individual it works with.

Learn the art of beauty make-up and the intricacies of prosthetics

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry.

The University of Cambridge CELTA – most recognised TEFL in the world

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among people who want to go travelling or pursue a new career. But which course should you take?

Professional cookery course offers excellent career options

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

If you have an interest in food and would like to work with food now is the time to do it. There are currently up to 5,000 vacancies for qualified chefs in Ireland. The Irish International Hotel and Catering School can help to get you on the right track to start your career. It offers a full-time and part-time Level 5 QQI major award in professional cookery. Both programmes include a six-week work placement which in the majority of cases leads to a full time job or the opportunity to progress to the Level 6 programme.

New quality and regulatory affairs programme for medtech centre

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

NUI Galway and IT Sligo, in collaboration with ulearning Skillnet have announced a new programme designed to address the skills shortages in the medtech sector in the areas of quality and regulatory affairs. The NFQ Level 8 certificate in medical technology regulatory affairs and quality programme (30 ECTS) is a one year part-time online programme, and is designed in order that candidates can complete the course while in employment.

NUI Galway offers MSc in biomedical science via distance learning/modular

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

The MSc in biomedical science (via distance learning/modular) is ideal for those interested earning a master’s degree while remaining in employment. Developed for working graduates of engineering, technology, or science who wish to upskill or change career direction, this flexible programme allows you to complete your degree in two to six years.

Buttermilk Lane

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

At the time this photograph was taken about 100 years ago, Buttermilk Lane was made up of tenement buildings, some of which housed multiple families. For example, three families lived in Number 2 in 1911; three in Number 4; five in Number 6. There were people with nine different surnames in Number 7, and eight different surnames in Number 8.

Under the wild sky

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Week III
Apart from many Irish nationalists believing that Home Rule would follow if they fought for Britain; or the Ulsterman’s belief that after their sacrifice, Britain ‘would see them right,’ there were other reasons too, that drove young men into the British army at this perilous time in history. Men joined for heroic reasons. There were propaganda warnings that Irish women would be raped, land and farms confiscated, churches burnt and looted if Germany invaded Ireland as it had Belgium.

Galway Races style guide

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

This day two weeks brings Ladies' Day at the Galway Races and the official best dressed events sponsored by the g Hotel & Spa. Join the conversation by posting your 2017 Ladies' Day photos using the official hashtag of #gHotelBestDressed to be in with a chance to win a stay at the fabulous five star g Hotel & Spa.

Ella West nominated for Irish Hair & Beauty Awards 2017

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Salons and businesses across Ireland have been selected by members of the public to compete for an award at this year’s Irish Hair and Beauty Awards. Following a tremendous response from the public with more than 10,000 nominations received, Ella West has been shortlisted in the Beauty Salon of the Year category under the west region.

The most desired and sought after hairdresser

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Trevor Crowley brings panache, flair, and creativity to the fabric of hair. When he sits you in front of a mirror he brings a whole new understanding to the hair industry. With two big shows coming up, in the g Hotel in September and Picasso's Mansion, Marbella, in October, this creative being is gathering a worldwide reputation for showcasing for charity.

Organic chemical-free hair colour available at Stylistic Hair and Beauty Salon

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Natulique is the only Ecocert Certified Organic Hair Colour in the world and is taking Ireland by storm.

Natulique was co-founded by Mette Bundgaard from Denmark, who having been diagnosed with breast cancer in her twenties, found that there was no authentic certified organic hair colour brand on the market.

Do you suffer from restless leg syndrome?

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Rest legs syndrome is an uncomfortable sensation in your legs, where you have an irresistible urge to move your legs to relieve the symptoms. The condition causes itchy legs, pins and needles, creepy crawly feeling in the legs, throbbing muscles, and a cramping sensation (particularly in the calves). The symptoms of restless leg syndrome typically worsen during the early evening or later at night. This condition is most prevalent when you are extremely tired or after strenuous physical activity. It is also a common cause of insomnia as the condition is most prevalent at night. Many of us will experience RLS at some stage. In fact, 10 per cent of the population suffer from RLS. Research has indicated that low levels of magnesium have been linked to poor sleep and RLS.

How long does it take to heal?

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

This is a tough question to answer because there are so many factors involved in the healing process. The length of time may vary but the overall process remains the same. When the body is experiencing intense pain and discomfort, there is an underlying cause that has probably been there for quite some time before the pain showed up. This is unless there is an outside trauma. Getting chiropractic care can help speed up the process and prevent the pain from returning.

Aid fertility with Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

There are many reasons why couples have difficulty conceiving – irregular menstruation, hormone imbalance, cold uterus, low sperm count, stress, and anxiety to name a few.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan – diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off.

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