Men in STEM initiative doesn’t garner expected support
Speaking at the recent launch of the UCD Men In STEM awareness campaign, organiser Daithí S. Monney, revealed that the initiative had not had the desired impact. Just four students…
Weekly ‘Fight to the death’ proposed to curb on-campus parking shortage
Following numerous complaints from students in relation to the shortage of parking on campus, and countless failed attempts to encourage those who have no access to public transport networks to…
2024’s Met Gala Theme Revealed: ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’
On the 8th of November, the Metropolitan Museum’s Costume Institute revealed the theme of the exhibition for their annual fundraiser: ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’. According to Vogue, the exhibit will…
‘Tis the Season to Celebrate: A guide to Dublin’s Christmas Activities and Events
The semester is coming to a close, with exams and assignments looming over the relief of the Christmas break. Amidst all the chaos it is important to take a break…
The One with All the Selfies: Review of ‘The Friends Experience’
During its decade-long run, Friends embedded itself into our cultural psyche in a way that few television shows have managed before or since. It is a sign of its enduring…
Shake It Off or Shake It Up? Taylor Swift and the Music Industry
Few artists have ever achieved the status (or should I say Reputation) currently held by Taylor Swift. Her success is, quite simply, difficult to describe, but this is me trying.…
Twisted, Torturous, and Thrilling: Saltburn Review
“Saltburn” takes time to lay out a detailed foundation rather than diving into the wicked shocks and thrills, but when it does, it goes headfirst with no end. This obscene…
New free shuttle bus between Smurfit and Belfield Campus announced by UCD
On November 1st, University College Dublin (UCD) and UCD’s Students’ Union (UCDSU) formally announced the return of the free Smurfit to Belfield shuttle bus service. This comes as the product…
An Interview with the Fabulous Pharmacist
Hallowe’en is over – it is officially winter. The clocks have gone back, the temperatures have dropped, and flu season is on the horizon. For many students, the end of…
Budget Overturns 10% Cut to Legal Aid Fees Following Criminal Barrister Strikes
Following unprecedented strike action by criminal barristers recently over the failure by the government to reverse longstanding pay issues, the recent budget contained a measure to overturn the 10% cuts…
Know Your Tenancy Rights! Legal Explanation
The college year brings thousands of students back to the overcrowded Dublin housing market making it nigh on impossible to find a house, but what are your rights when you…
Halloween Music: The Best of the Best
No offence to the many, many Christmas songs out there, but Halloween music wins every single time. Give me “mua-haha” over “ho ho ho” any day of the week. Give…