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2 days ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Ornithologist Seán Ronayne: ‘We don’t see a future here because of the housing situation and how greedy people are’The Cork author on wildlife conservation laws, being autistic and why he doesn’t see a future for himself in IrelandSeán Ronayne is an ornithologist, author and wildlife sound recordist from Co Cork. He spent time living abroad where he met his partner Alba, and they are back in Cobh now with their daughter Laia. What’s your earliest memory?
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1 week ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Book it: Fine dining can be expensive, and often is not something many children get to experience. Owner and chef patron of Aniar JP McMahon wants to change that. The chef is offering children from ages seven to 15 the chance to experience Aniar’s 12-course tasting menu for free when they are accompanied by an adult.
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1 week ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Bell X1 frontman Paul Noonan: ‘I had the luxury of drifting through life for a long time without knowing how much money I needed, or earned or spent’The Dublin musician on CMAT, provider anxiety and his bandmate’s battle with cancerBell X1 and HousePlants band member Paul NoonanPaul Noonan is in the band Bell X1 and, more recently, HousePlants. The musician, who is from Lucan, also works in music therapy. Paul lives in Dublin with his wife Amy and their two children. What’s your earliest memory?
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2 weeks ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Bookmark it: Bealtaine Festival will mark its 30th anniversary this year, with the milestone achievement being celebrated with a month-long programme that is packed with a host of diverse events. Highlights from the programme include The Big Bealtaine Tea Party, An Evening with Mary Coughlan and Songs & Stories from Silver Stars. The festival, which takes place across the country, will have events spanning everything from film and literature to performing arts and politics.
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2 weeks ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
I woke up last Saturday morning to a leak in my apartment. I sauntered into my living room to see dampness stretched across several feet on the ceiling above me, coming down the walls and even in the floor. I stood waiting for a few moments to see if the ceiling would collapse in on me, giving me a sweet release to this new-found adult responsibility of having to deal with my problems. No such luck.
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2 weeks ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Reverend Richard Coles: ‘I have always found myself unattractive, and I’m at an age now where I have even more reasons to find myself unattractive’The former vicar on his body insecurities, Paul Mescal, GAA and why he wants to get a call for Celebrity TraitorsRichard Coles. Photo: Matt CrockettRichard Coles is an author, radio presenter and retired Church of England priest from Northampton. He was also a member of The Communards in the 1980s. He lives in Sussex. What’s your earliest memory?
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3 weeks ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
‘Dopamine dressing’ has been a term we’ve seen crop up again and again in relation to clothing. In plain terms, it means dress brightly to boost your mood. The new Joanne Hynes collection at Dunnes Stores nails this brief. The collection was designed in Dublin, and each item would make a standout addition to any wardrobe — you can be guaranteed you won’t have anything quite like it already. We love the ‘Dopamine’ embroidered pinstripe shirt and tie (€150).
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3 weeks ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Brent Pope: ‘I have seen so many lives destroyed by what it means to be a man. Why can’t we cry when something moves us?’The rugby pundit on his insomnia, the effects of toxic masculinity and having a haka performed at his funeralBrent Pope. Photo: Frank McGrathBrent Pope is a former professional rugby player, analyst and mental health advocate from New Zealand. He owns the clothing brand Pope and is the founder of mental health organisation The Elephant in the Room. He lives in Dublin.
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4 weeks ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Wear it: The immediately recognisable prints and block colouring of Irish designer Orla Kiely are back with a bang for her SS25 collection. The new collection brings a modern twist to the patterns we know and love. The perfect pop of colour to warm up your everyday wardrobe, each item has a whimsy synonymous with the brand. We like the Mini Rounder Crossbody in Pear Tomato (€169), and if you’re all about matching, you can grab one of her three newly launched bucket hats (€91).
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1 month ago | 
independent.ie | Aoife Rooney
Artist William Murray: ‘I lived in Dublin for 10 years and was itching for a new chapter – so moving to the countryside has been amazing’The cookbook author on his Enid Blyton childhood, not having a job until her was 21 and losing his mum and sisterWilliam Murray is an artist and author from Co Cork. He also founded the food business Currabinny with his partner, social media influencer James Kavanagh. The pair recently moved to Co Kilkenny with their cat. What’s your earliest memory?
