Saol an Mhic Léinn
Liopair, Culaith agus Capaill
“Ní hinseoidh mé bréag dhaoibh; Bhí meangadh gáire orm nuair a chonaic mé gur thosaigh sé ag stealladh báistí.” Read more…
Year: 2016
Features
To make a mother
Calls for a review of the judicial system and sentencing laws have been heard too often in cases of rape, manslaughter, and sexual abuse. Examples where the level of the sentence does not appear to Read more…
Opinion
Respect sees no nationality
For anyone who had seen RTÉ’s recent drama series Rebellion, they would have realised it perfectly encapsulated the hardship faced by the poorer, lower class of the Irish nation during 1916. For those poorer families, Read more…
Television
Powerpuff Girls Reboot
For the past year, the world has been obsessed with the eighties and nineties – the revival of the fashion, the celebrities and of course the films and television shows. Following in the footsteps Read more…
Features
The Government battles Ireland’s drugs problem but is it too late?
The recent amendment to the Misuse of Drugs Bill introduces supervised injecting facilities for heroin addicts, and it’s the Government’s biggest attempt to tackle the drug problem in Ireland in over a decade. With online Read more…
Music
Festival line-ups in flying form
A long summer lies ahead, however, not all of us have the luxury of escaping on a J1 for three months or going InterRailing around Europe with friends for a couple of weeks. Whether it Read more…
Film
Film Review: My Name is Emily
If you were to describe My Name is Emily in one word, it would be special. From its conception, this movie has been different from most. Irish director Simon Fitzmaurice was diagnosed with Motor Read more…
National News
RTÉ may face cuts and structural problems unless it is given more funding, Curran warns
The whole media and journalism sector in Ireland faces persistent and structural problems that cannot be solved on their own, warns Director-General of RTÉ, Noel Curran. Curran spoke out on the financial issues that may Read more…
Music
King Kong Club: helping to climb the tower
We’re upstairs in Whelan’s – it’s the end of the gig, and the crowd is huddled together before the stage, clapping enthusiastically and screaming at the top of their lungs. Only it is not a Read more…
Features
Why advertisements are restricted and monitored
Most of our days are spent surrounded by advertisements. Whether they are on television, radio, the internet, magazines or even just the posters surrounding us; they are always there. It seems like a natural part Read more…
Features
Scorn in the USA
Throwing a tantrum. Crying over spilled milk. Cancelling a concert to stand up for what you believe in. To one North Carolina Congressman, these are all one and the same. Bruce Springsteen decided to cancel Read more…
Lifestyle
Exam-proof skincare
As a woman who’s suffered from cystic acne since I was 13, I understand the importance of good skincare around exam season. Here’s my top tips I swear by for healthy, spot-free skin: Manage Read more…
Lifestyle
Muscle building exercises
Summer is almost here and although the weather may not show it, it’s almost time to whip out that shirt with the palm tree print and show off the biceps. If you haven’t yet Read more…
Lifestyle
Tips for time management
The final few weeks of the semester are always the busiest – both academically and socially. Keava O’Loan gives her tips to staying on top of things.
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Food
Whack the snack attack
Exam time is upon us, a time when we all pig out on snacks and unhealthy meals. This is the exact opposite of what our bodies require at this time of year. The brain Read more…
News
Merging Unions: The new five-sabbatical DCUSU elected
A packed NuBar waited in anticipation for the results of the DCUSU 16/17 to be revealed. The eager crowd was soon to learn that Dylan Kehoe would be the next DCU Students’ Union President. The Read more…
DCU News
Cannabis referendum results deemed unconstitutional
Katie O’Neill reveals why the results of the referendum on cannabis legalisation were not announced as scheduled this evening as planned. Read more…
Articles
Living with a heart condition
Hannah Kelly gives an insight into what it’s like living with a heart condition. Read more…
Food
Restaurant review: Cornucopia
STANDFIRST: Explore the tastes of Dublin with our fortnightly restaurant reviews. Read more…
Opinion
Should Ireland look to European methods of student housing?
The struggle to secure student accommodation is becoming more difficult every year. Conor Hawkins asks if Ireland should follow Europe’s lead by using shipping containers as housing. Read more…
DCU News
DCU courses to move to All Hallows
Students of Fiontar on the DCU Glasnevin Campus have been informed that their lectures will take place on the All Hallows campus next year. The move comes as part of the incorporation between DCU, St Read more…
Gaelic Football
Moynagh appreciates, but doesn’t aim for individual awards
DCU Gaelic footballers Philip O’Donnell, Conor Moynagh, Colm Begley, Kevin Feely and Shane Carey have been named to the 2016 Sigerson Cup All-Star Team. DCU’s tally is second only to the seven University College Dublin Read more…
Features
A4 waist: viral challenges are far from over
For those who don’t recall, neknomination was an online drinking game that saw people “necking” an alcoholic drink and “nominating” their friends to do the same thing. This was recorded and the videos were uploaded to Facebook. Read more…
Football
Seventh Annual Bill O’Herlihy Cup to take place on April 14th
The Seventh Annual Bill O’Herlihy Cup will take place on the DCU five-a-side pitches on Thursday, April 14th at one o’clock, it was announced this week.
Features
Understanding Autism
Autism is often described as a ‘spectrum disorder’, meaning that two individuals with the same diagnosis may not experience the same difficulties at the same time. The symptoms can present themselves in many forms and combinations ranging from mild to severe Read more…