Why a Dry Good Friday Is Silly and an Affront to Non-Believers
PublishedApril 19, 2014
Why a dry Good Friday is silly and an affront to non-believers
But as part of a wider package of secular changes, it would help Ireland to respect all of its citizens equally. Independently of religion, we should of course tackle the social problems caused by excessive drinking. But these problems do not depend on … Read more on Irish Independent
The power of one: Keelen Mailman at Mount Tabor Station
She's a pretty little thing, and not beyond lying. “Yep. Help Brenda with the baby. Don't worry, she'll make me go to school.” Then she is gone. “She'd better!” he yells after her, making a mental note to check at the bus stop later. But the sergeant … Read more on The Australian
Thirsty drinkers score a pint at RDS rugby match
But most Irish people would be happy to see the ban on Good Friday drinking in pubs rescinded. Throngs of fans were out in force at the RDS in Donnybrook yesterday, where Leinster took on French outfit Treviso in the Rabo Direct PRO12 clash. Read more on Irish Independent
Where is the stamp of approval for the Battle of Clontarf?
Reading in your paper (Irish Independent, April 17) about a proposal that the Catholic Church should ordain married men is probably the best idea I have heard since somebody decided to stick handlebars on a bike. I don't think I am exaggerating … Read more on Irish Independent
Underage Drinking In Ireland And Its Effects — This is a short video our group did to make awareness on underage drinking in Ireland and how easy it is for young people to get their hands on alcohol and h…