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'It's my dream' - entrepreneurs giving coffee a shot

From converted horseboxes to vintage vans, mobile coffee trucks have been popping up everywhere during the pandemic. We hear from three entrepreneurs on how their new businesses have changed their lives.
Ireland • 21 May 21

New coopers drawn to old craft at Tullamore Distillery

Two Offaly teenagers have been hired as apprentice coopers at the Tullamore Distillery.
Ireland • 18 May 21

Year takes toll on teen juggling study and caring role

It has been a challenging year for 17-year-old Sean Collins; not only is he studying for his Leaving Cert, but he is also helping to care for his mother and sister.
Coronavirus • 02 May 21

Teen's pandemic response group still strong a year on

For 19-year-old Jack Clifford, his community is everything. In March last year, Jack set up a voluntary Covid-19 response group in his home town of Kilmallock, Co Limerick.
Coronavirus • 28 Apr 21

Once homeless teen helping children through pandemic

Seventeen-year-old Elizabeth Zion wants to change the world, and she has started with her community.
Coronavirus • 27 Apr 21

'Young innovators' unveil their visions for change

Students from across the country are having their say on important issues and unveiling their vision for change this week as part of the Young Social Innovators Speak Out Virtual Tour.
Ireland • 15 Apr 21

Search for 'Paddys' as project challenges stereotype

Award-winning Irish filmmaker and photographer Ross O'Callaghan is searching for people named Paddy to take part in a unique project he is putting together that will challenge the "Paddy Irishman" stereotype.
Ireland • 16 Mar 21

'We're all interwoven' - willow shamrock sent to Biden

A Co Wicklow artist is making shamrocks from willow ahead of St Patrick's Day, with one of her creations headed for the White House.
Ireland • 15 Mar 21

Five-year-old's Canadian haircut to help Irish cousin

A five-year-old girl from Canada is cutting her hair to raise money for the Irish hospital that cared for her newborn cousin.
Ireland • 04 Mar 21

Bereaved father urges men to 'speak up' about grief

A bereaved father in Navan, Co Meath, is advocating for men to "speak up" and talk about the grief they experience following the loss of a child.
Ireland • 23 Feb 21

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